Hotels in Essen

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Hotels in Essen rated best by other travellers

Rated by travellers as the best in the city, these stays are all full marks for cleanliness, customer service and location.

Pott Hostel

7.01 km from city centre

$105

Per night

Hotel Landhaus Knappmann

12.89 km from city centre

$256

Per night

Schlosshotel Hugenpoet

12.85 km from city centre

$364

Per night

Pott Hostel

7.01 km from city centre

$105

Per night

Hotel Landhaus Knappmann

12.89 km from city centre

$256

Per night

Schlosshotel Hugenpoet

12.85 km from city centre

$364

Per night

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Find a Essen hotel in the heart of the action

Beat the queues at the top Essen attractions by staying close to them.

Folkwang University of the Arts

Red Dot Design Museum

Zeche Carl

Folkwang University of the Arts

Red Dot Design Museum

Zeche Carl

Fast facts

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Highest rated hotel	Pension Ruhrfrosch – 5.0
Cheapest month to book	August
Average 4 star hotel price	$188 per night
Average 5 star hotel price	$471 per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Essen

Currently the average price of a hotel in Essen is $183, but that doesn't mean you can't find a better deal.

We price check hundreds of hotel brands and booking sites, so you don't have to search each one individually. Then we sort by price, meaning you can find the cheapest time to bag the perfect hotel at the best price, in seconds.

The best hotels in Essen, according to travellers

Rated by travellers, for travellers like you. We don't just pull in the cheapest hotel prices from across the internet. We also gather independent reviews and ratings from thousands of guests, to help you make the right choice.

Travellers who recently visited Essen rated Pension Ruhrfrosch, Pott Hostel, and Gruga Apartment an der Messe the best in terms of location, amenities and customer service.

You can also use the popular filters at the top of the page to filter by Essen hotels with 3 or 4 stars. Later in the search results you can filter by any star rating.

Where to stay in Essen

If you're staying in Essen to visit somewhere specific, search by landmarks including popular shopping areas, tourist attractions, zoos, parks and sports stadiums to find a hotel nearby. You can also use the map below to see a map of hotels in Essen by location or browse hotels nearest to some of Essen's major attractions below...

Essen Central Station
MESSE ESSEN GmbH
Ruhrlandmuseum

Tips for searching for the perfect Essen hotel

Visiting Essen with your family, or looking for a romantic getaway? Or maybe your visit is business, not pleasure. Whatever the purpose of your stay, we can help you find the perfect hotel when you use our 'Popular with' filters.
Tick "free cancellation" in the search controls at the top of the page to only see hotels that offer free cancellation in Essen.
Tick "pay on arrival" later on in the search results to only see Essen hotel results where you can pay when you arrive at the hotel.
Are you looking for a hotel in Essen with pool or perhaps parking? Once you've clicked "search hotels" you will be able to filter by hotels that offer specific amenities.
You can choose to filter for everything from apartments to hostels under "Accommodation type" later in the search results.
Filter the search results for Essen hotels according to a specific price range to ensure you find accommodation according to your budget.
Find a hotel in the perfect area of Essen for you. Search or filter by neighbourhood to make sure you're staying exactly where you want to be.

Finding cheap hotels in Essen: FAQs

What’s the weather like in Essen?

In Essen, the expected average temperature in March is 5°C. The warmest month is typically July, which averages 23°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging -2°C. The rainiest month is December, and the driest month is April.

Can I cancel or amend my hotel reservation last minute if I need to?

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Essen with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Can I get a last-minute Essen hotel deal?

Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $69 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $104 per night.

Is it more expensive to stay in Essen hotels on weekends?

The average price of a hotel during the week is $226 per night, and the average price on weekends is $209. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Essen could be Sunday.

What airports are the closest to the centre of Essen?

The nearest airport to Essen is Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), which is 26.9km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

Dortmund Airport, which is 41.4km from the city centre.
Dusseldorf Monchengladbach Airport, which is 43.5km from the city centre.
Weeze Airport, which is 61.5km from the city centre.
Cologne Airport, which is 66.8km from the city centre.
Munster Osnabruck Airport, which is 87.9km from the city centre.

What day is cheapest to stay in hotels in Essen?

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Sunday is the cheapest day to stay in Essen. And the most expensive day seems to be Wednesday

How much do 3-star hotels cost in Essen?

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Essen is currently around $188 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $98 per night.

How much do 4-star hotels cost in Essen?

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Essen is currently around $226 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $103 per night.

How much do 5-star luxury hotels cost in Essen?

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Essen is currently around $615 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is $364 per night.

When is the best time to stay in a hotel in Essen?

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Essen is August, with an average price of $203 per night. The most expensive month is February, when the average room rate can rise to $852 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.