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Ferienwohnung ganz nah am Förderturm Zeche Zollverein has a terrace and is situated in Essen, within just 300 metres of Red Dot Design Museum and 400 metres of Ruhr Museum. This apartment features accommodation with a balcony. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Zeche Zollverein is 90 metres away.

Newly renovated apartment, spacious, well equipped and very clean.

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9.1
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Schicht am Bach is situated in the Haarzopf district of Essen, 5.8 km from Villa Hügel, 6.9 km from Basilica St. Ludgerus and 6.9 km from Museum Folkwang. This apartment provides free private parking, bicycle parking and free WiFi. The property is soundproof and is located 4.9 km from Grugapark.

Everything is well organized. Very clean and comfy place. I strongly recommend them. I never gave rate of 10 but for this apartment they deserve even more than 10.

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9.4
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Featuring garden views, Glück Auf Appartements Rembrandtstraße Essen is set in the Holsterhausen district of Essen, 2.1 km from Fair Essen and 2.5 km from Philharmonic House Essen. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The property offers allergy-free units and is situated 1.7 km from Museum Folkwang.

everything. Location, new clean apartament with all you need

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9
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

Located in Essen and only 2.5 km from Red Dot Design Museum, Ferienwohnung Veit provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views and is 3 km from Zeche Carl and 3.4 km from Ruhr Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.7 km from Zeche Zollverein.

The apartment was great, very clean, included everything i needed. I loved staying there and if i come around again i'll book it again. Kitchen included everything i needed, bed was comfortable. Everything looks like on a picture! Lovely owners.

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9.1
Superb
109 reviews

Offering garden views, Skyview Retreat Maisonette is an accommodation set in Essen, 2.7 km from Zeche Carl and 2.8 km from Ruhr Museum. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a housekeeping service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.8 km from Stoppenberg Collegiate Church.

Very comfortable, spotless and with anything we could need. Excellent communication.

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9.3
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£105
per night

Offering garden views, Stilvolle und komfortable Wohnung in Essen is an accommodation located in Essen, 700 metres from Old Synagogue Essen and less than 1 km from Essen Cathedral. The property is around 1.5 km from University of Duisburg-Essen, 1.6 km from Colosseum Theater and 1.8 km from Aalto Theatre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and GOP Variety Theatre Essen is less than 1 km away.

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Located in Essen and only 700 metres from Museum Folkwang, Goodliving Apartments mit Netflix Büro und Parkplatz provides accommodation with inner courtyard views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 2.3 km from Essen Central Station, 2.6 km from Grillo Theatre and 2.9 km from Old Synagogue Essen. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.4 km from Fair Essen.

Great location, very well equipped apartment, owners react within a few minutes, fully recommended!!!

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9.3
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

Goodliving Apartments Studio mit Balkon & Netflix is set in the Ruettenscheid district of Essen, 1.2 km from Philharmonic House Essen, 1.4 km from Fair Essen and 1.5 km from Aalto Theatre. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 600 metres from Museum Folkwang.

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Dream home, a property with a garden, is situated in Essen, 1.7 km from Schloss Borbeck, 3.1 km from Colosseum Theater, as well as 3.6 km from The Unperfecthouse. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.5 km from Dubois-Arena.

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9.1
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£98
per night

A recently renovated property, Zeche trifft Villa Apartments by Cordis Sky für bis zu 4 Personen 5 Minuten zur Messe Essen oder Hauptbahnhof is set in Essen near Philharmonic House Essen, Museum Folkwang and Aalto Theatre. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Fair Essen.

One of my best stay so far! The appartment was very clean and comfortable. All the amenities were great and we felt at home. I would 100% stay there again and could not have asked for more.

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9.4
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£132
per night

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
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  • Moxy Essen City
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,780 reviews

    Conveniently situated in Essen, Moxy Essen City provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Style and comfort, easy check in, 24hour reception

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,907 reviews

    Ideally situated in the centre of Essen, Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Very Freindly staf Very clean We had ghly recommend

  • New Work Hotel Essen
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,205 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, New Work Hotel Essen is set in Essen in the North Rhine-Westphalia region, 600 metres from Essen Central Station and less than 1 km from Old Synagogue Essen.

    Clean and tidy property, friendly and discreet staff

  • Flowers Hotel Essen
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,637 reviews

    Situated in Essen, 800 metres from Grillo Theatre, Flowers Hotel Essen features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    Good Hotel, next to Shopping centre and city centre

  • Trip Inn Hotel & Suites Essen
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,093 reviews

    Well located in the Suedviertel district of Essen, Trip Inn Hotel & Suites Essen is located 700 metres from Philharmonic House Essen, 1.4 km from Aalto Theatre and 1.5 km from Grillo Theatre.

    + ease of access + room size + excellent deal quality/price

  • Mintrops Concierge Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,155 reviews

    Located in Essen, 600 metres from Fair Essen, Mintrops Concierge Hotel features views of the city. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service.

    Excellent location and spotless rooms and facilities

  • NH Essen
    Breakfast options
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,892 reviews

    Newly opening in autumn 2018, this 4-star hotel is located in Essen and offers a fitness centre as well as a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi is featured throughout this accommodation.

    Impeccable style, reduced, clean, a joy to look at

  • the niu Cobbles
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,126 reviews

    the niu Cobbles is situated in Essen, just steps from the city garden, the Essen Philharmonic, the Alto-Theater, Folkwang museum and the Glückaufhaus.

    The staff in the reception were very freindly IIRC

Great access to the city centre! Check these cheap hotels in Essen

  • Stilvolle und komfortable Wohnung in Essen
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Offering garden views, Stilvolle und komfortable Wohnung in Essen is an accommodation located in Essen, 700 metres from Old Synagogue Essen and less than 1 km from Essen Cathedral.

  • SPA industrial Loft in einem ehemaligen Umspannwerk
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated in Essen, 800 metres from Philharmonic House Essen and less than 1 km from Essen Central Station, SPA industrial Loft in einem ehemaligen Umspannwerk offers air conditioning.

  • Modern Apartment with City-View
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Modern Apartment with City-View features accommodation within 300 metres of the centre of Essen, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave.

  • o Loft Studio I 50qm I zentral & ruhig I Messe HBF nah
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Located in the centre of Essen, just 400 metres from Grillo Theatre and 500 metres from Essen Central Station, o Loft Studio I 50qm I zentral & ruhig I Messe HBF nah provides accommodation with inner...

  • Golden-Loft 92qm, zentral & ruhig, Messe I HBF nah
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 33 reviews

    Golden-Loft 92qm, zentral & ruhig, Messe I HBF nah is a recently renovated apartment in the centre of Essen, 400 metres from Grillo Theatre and 500 metres from Essen Central Station.

    Excellent location and exceptional value as it had the potential to sleep up to 6

  • Goodliving Apartments Studio mit Balkon & Netflix
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Goodliving Apartments Studio mit Balkon & Netflix is set in the Ruettenscheid district of Essen, 1.2 km from Philharmonic House Essen, 1.4 km from Fair Essen and 1.5 km from Aalto Theatre.

    Im großen Ganzen war es einfach sehr gemütlich, alles ohne Probleme. Der Ansprechpartner war immer sehr hilfsbereit und hat schnell geantwortet.

  • Klassen Stay - Designer Apartment für 6 - Zentral - 2x Kingsize
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Situated in Essen and only 400 metres from GOP Variety Theatre Essen, Klassen Stay - Designer Apartment für 6 - Zentral - 2x Kingsize features accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private...

  • Design Apt. Messe•HBF•Uniklinik
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Design Apt. Messe•HBF•Uniklinik offers accommodation with a balcony, around 200 metres from Aalto Theatre.

  • RüSternSuite, Nähe RÜ & Messe, Museum Folkwang, NETFLIX
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    A recently renovated property, RüSternSuite, Nähe RÜ & Messe, Museum Folkwang, NETFLIX is located in Essen near Museum Folkwang, Philharmonic House Essen and Fair Essen.

  • City 2- room flat near uni and Limbecker Platz
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    In the Stadtkern district of Essen, close to The Unperfecthouse, City 2- room flat near uni and Limbecker Platz has free WiFi and a washing machine.

    Genau wie auf den Bilder beschrieben, alles sehr gemütlich

  • Modern City apt. -with 2 TV, Netflix and work desk
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Set in Essen, near Essen Cathedral, GOP Variety Theatre Essen and Essen Central Station, Modern City apt. -with 2 TV, Netflix and work desk features a garden.

  • Uni Essen
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 70 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Uni Essen offers accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Colosseum Theater.

    Nice bed, good kichen, nice Banchory and nice sofa.

  • Klassen Stay - Exklusives Loft - XXL Leinwand - 4 km Messe, 1,5 km HBF
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews

    Situated in Essen and only 400 metres from GOP Variety Theatre Essen, Klassen Stay - Exklusives Loft - XXL Leinwand - 4 km Messe, 1,5 km HBF features accommodation with inner courtyard views, free...

    War alles super! Sauber, schön eingerichtet - einfach top.

  • Innenstadt Appartement Essen
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 28 reviews

    Innenstadt Appartement Essen is a self-catering accommodation located directly in the Old Town of Essen. FreeWiFi access is available.

    Perfecte locatie met gratis parkeren in de straat.

  • Zentrale Wohnung für 4 mit Bett und Schlafcouch
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 14 reviews

    Zentrale Wohnung für 4 mit Bett und Schlafcouch is set in the Ostviertel district of Essen, 1.5 km from Essen Cathedral, 1.5 km from GOP Variety Theatre Essen and 1.6 km from Essen Central Station.

    Tolles Mobiliar, alles was man braucht war vorhanden.

  • City Apprtment with Netflix, 2Tv
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 22 reviews

    City Apprtment with Netflix, 2Tv, a property with a garden, is situated in Essen, 1.4 km from Essen Cathedral, 1.6 km from GOP Variety Theatre Essen, as well as 1.5 km from Essen Central Station.

    Дуже чудові апартаменти. Чисто, охайно. Матрас дуже кайфовий.

  • POLAT Apartments 3
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    POLAT Apartments 3 is set in the Stoppenberg district of Essen, 1.1 km from Ruhr Museum, 1.1 km from Zeche Zollverein and 1.4 km from Red Dot Design Museum.

  • POLAT Apartments 1
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    POLAT Apartments 1 is located in the Stoppenberg district of Essen, 1.1 km from Ruhr Museum, 1.1 km from Zeche Zollverein and 1.3 km from Red Dot Design Museum.

  • Ruhig & Zentral - 2 Kingsize Betten - Wi-Fi
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Ruhig & Zentral - 2 Kingsize Betten - Wi-Fi is situated in the Suedviertel district of Essen, 700 metres from Museum Folkwang, less than 1 km from Essen Central Station and a 6-minute walk from Aalto...

  • Apartments Skyreach-WohnZimmer
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 21 reviews

    In the Westviertel district of Essen, close to Colosseum Theater, Apartments Skyreach-WohnZimmer has a garden and a washing machine.

    Modern eingerichtet, ausreichend groß, EBK, zentrale Lage, Check in unproblematisch

  • Riesen Bett, Straßenbahn vor der Tür, beste Lage, nah zur Messe, keine Rechnungen
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews

    Set in Essen in the North Rhine-Westphalia region, with Philharmonic House Essen and Museum Folkwang nearby, Riesen Bett, Straßenbahn vor der Tür, beste Lage, nah zur Messe, keine Rechnungen offers...

    Top Kommunikation innert kürzester Zeit, bekam man auf Fragen Antwort.

  • Klassen Stay - Exklusives Apartment - Zentral und 4km zur Messe -Kingsizebett
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 36 reviews

    Located in Essen in the North Rhine-Westphalia region, with GOP Variety Theatre Essen and Essen Cathedral nearby, Klassen Stay - Exklusives Apartment - Zentral und 4km zur Messe -Kingsizebett provides...

    contact met de gastvrouw was super, appartement was top

  • Schöne Ferienwohnung im Zentrum mit Self Check-In und Free Wifi
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Schöne Ferienwohnung im Zentrum mit Self Check-In und Free Wifi is located in Essen near GOP Variety Theatre Essen, Essen Cathedral and Old Synagogue Essen.

    Locatie goed bereikbaar, parkeergelegenheid vlakbij

  • Hauptbahnhof Universitätsklinikum Messe Evonik
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 89 reviews

    Ideally set in the Suedviertel district of Essen, Hauptbahnhof Universitätsklinikum Messe Evonik is situated 700 metres from Essen Central Station, less than 1 km from Philharmonic House Essen and a...

    Proche de tous et le propriétaire est très gentil.

  • Suite-Apartment-Essen
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 220 reviews

    Providing free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fully equipped kitchen, this apartment is located just 1 km away from Essen city centre. Essen Messe Exhibition Grounds can be reached in 10 minutes by car.

    Ein wirklich cooler Eigentümer...mit klasse Unterkunft

  • Hotel Am Brinkerplatz
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 53 reviews

    Located 4.6 km from Kunsthaus Essen, Hotel Am Brinkerplatz offers 3-star accommodation in Essen and features a garden, a terrace and a bar.

    Das Zimmer war sehr groß und hatte was man braucht.

  • RhePi-Apartment
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 94 reviews

    In a prime location in the Altendorf district of Essen, RhePi-Apartment is set 2.3 km from Colosseum Theater, 2.5 km from Schloss Borbeck and 2.8 km from The Unperfecthouse.

    Die Wohnung war modern und praktisch eingerichtet.

  • 2Zi-App Nähe Hbf und Aalto Theater mit kl. Balkon
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5 reviews

    In the Suedviertel district of Essen, close to Essen Central Station, 2Zi-App Nähe Hbf und Aalto Theater mit kl. Balkon features a garden and a washing machine.

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  • Apartment 58- Essen
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 80 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Apartment 58- Essen offers accommodation with water sports facilities and free WiFi.

    It was very spacious, clean, well equipped. All good

  • GHOTEL hotel & living Essen
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,033 reviews

    This 3-Star Superior hotel is situated in the Westviertel district in Essen, 500 metres from the Essen Central Station. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    Very clean, exelent breakfast and comfortable room

  • Hotel Franz
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,078 reviews

    Set in the Huttrop district, this modern hotel is conveniently located just 5 km from Essen Exhibition Centre.

    Great selection at breakfast, good location for our visit.

  • Motel One Essen
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,956 reviews

    This new hotel lies in the pedestrian area in the heart of Essen, 500 metres from Essen Main Station and Essen Cathedral. Motel One Essen features a 24-hour lounge and free Wi-Fi.

    Modern 1950's style hotel at the heart of Essen.

  • Select Hotel Handelshof Essen
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,854 reviews

    This hotel opposite Essen Central Station offers, Wi-Fi.. The pedestrian area starts outside the hotel. The Select Hotel Handelshof Essen has modern, air-conditioned rooms with high ceilings.

    Breakfast, the personal was very nice and location.

  • Atelier Hotel Essen-City
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,631 reviews

    The Hotel Atelier Garni offers modern rooms, a daily breakfast buffet, and free Wi-Fi internet. It is located in Essen city centre, just a 5-minute walk from the Colosseum Theatre.

    Bequemes Bett, nette Hotelbetreiber, leckeres Frühstück

  • Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,557 reviews

    This 4-star hotel is located directly south of Essen city centre. It is 1 underground station from Essen Main Station and 3 stops from the Gruga-Halle exhibition centre.

    Nice people that speak other languages. Very important

  • Mintrops Land Hotel Burgaltendorf
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,199 reviews

    This 4-star hotel offers modern accommodation, spa facilities and free parking in Burgaltendorf. It lies a short walk from the old castle ruins and 11 km from Essen city centre.

    It was clean and child-friendly. Swimming pool was also very nice

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  • Avg. price/night: £145.23
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 141 reviews
    the location is great. you have lots of stores arround. also a nice cocktail bar near. you can buy fruits and vegetables right in front of the building. the apartment is nice, beds are really confortable. clean bathroom and nice furniture. Big +. Also, quite cheap :)
    Constantin Andrei
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £89.70
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,438 reviews
    I stay in this hotel regularly. Clean, cheap, good location. Highly recommended.
    B. Jay
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £58.94
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 619 reviews
    It was cheap, the room were fine and the beds confortable.
    ValerioRoffa
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £54.67
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 699 reviews
    A very pleasant stay in a quiet and clean hostel. Easy check in and check out. Friendly staff. Perfect for a budget stay at Essen
    Prasiddha
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £76.40
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 284 reviews
    For a budget hotel, this one was great. Clean, simple, parking, Wi-Fi, friendly people.
    Levi
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £80.73
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,205 reviews
    Conveniently close to the inner city and to Rüttenscheid. New, clean rooms. Could bring pet, 10€ surcharge for a pet. Ceck-out 11 o'clock. All in all quite alright. If you're travelling with a pet and looking for an inexpensive, but new and clean room, definitely a good choice.
    Lukas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £41.85
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,048 reviews
    Low cost, no frills. Single rooms seem to be facing the back, north side, away from the street /parking.
    Christoph
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £41.85
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,048 reviews
    Room was cheap and clean.
    Wojciech
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £58.79
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,138 reviews
    It was one of the cheaper hotels in the area of the Veltins Arena, so for one night it was ok. Breakfast was good with a lot of choice
    DSonnema
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.45
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,631 reviews
    The room is new, the price was a bargain, and the bed was very comfortable. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the breakfast was amazing. It's a no brainer that this hotel is a stand out in its budget hotel category. I had a very nice stay.
    George
    Solo traveller

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