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City Hotel Essen

3.0 star property

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Lobby
Exterior
Triple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Reception hall
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Viehofer Platz 5, Essen, NW, 45127
  • Place, University of Duisburg-Essen
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Limbecker Platz
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Philharmonie Essen
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Düsseldorf (DUS-Düsseldorf Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Single Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Quadruple Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Essen

Located in Stadtkern, City Hotel Essen is next to University of Duisburg-Essen and GOP Variety Theatre Essen. The 45 rooms at this 3-star hotel include sitting areas, minibars, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • University of Duisburg-Essen - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • GOP Variety Theatre Essen - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Limbecker Platz - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Essen Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Philharmonie Essen - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Berliner Platz U-Bahn - 8 min walk
  • Essen Central Station - 15 min walk
  • Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pluto Sauna - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Takumi Essen Sapporo Ramen Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panoptikum - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Perfekt - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taste it India - ‬6 min walk

About this property

City Hotel Essen

At City Hotel Essen, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and laundry facilities. Self parking is offered for EUR 10 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area, a vending machine, and a reception hall.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, minibars, and safes.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 30
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

City Hotel Essen
City Hotel Essen Hotel
City Hotel Essen Essen
City Hotel Essen Hotel Essen

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at City Hotel Essen?

City Hotel Essen offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at City Hotel Essen?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Hotel Essen on Jul 15, 2026 start from $87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to City Hotel Essen?

This hotel is situated in Stadtkern within a 10-minute walk of Limbecker Platz and GOP Variety Theatre Essen. You'll also find Philharmonie Essen and Colosseum Theater less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at City Hotel Essen?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for EUR 10 per night with in/out privileges.

Does City Hotel Essen feature a casino at the property?

No, City Hotel Essen doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at City Hotel Essen?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about City Hotel Essen?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a minibar and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at City Hotel Essen?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does City Hotel Essen have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, City Hotel Essen serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Will City Hotel Essen allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at City Hotel Essen for a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at City Hotel Essen?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to City Hotel Essen?

The closest major airport to City Hotel Essen is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), which is 19.3 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Dortmund (DTM), which is located 29.2 mi away (58-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at City Hotel Essen?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at City Hotel Essen.

City Hotel Essen Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gentil

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pricing and service were excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

STEVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel overall. Staff was helpful getting us around the metro. A decent buffet breakfast. Owner/manager was very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a good accommodation. Very close to the center of Essen
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was a short 10 minute walk via a lengthy pedestrian walk thru. Lots of restaurants and shops along the way. Transportation is right outside of hotel. Staff is friendly, especially housekeeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I had was very large. Lady at the reception was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

I liked this hotel

I liked this hotel, but you should not have too high expectations. It is a fairly stnadard hotel, not fancy in any way. The essentials were there, wifi worked ok, I had a large room, free parking just outside the door. No restaurant though but there were plenty nearby. Didn´t use the breakfast so cannot comment. Reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ken

An old apartment building converted into a hotel, the furniture and fixtures feel like they haven't been updated since the 1970s. There grimy roughness befits this tough city - a post-industrial wasteland (think Bridgeport, CT).
Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean inside but the building itself and the lobby area could use a facelift. It looks rundown from the street. Since it is at a busy intersection in the city, it is not possible to keep the windows open at night. They did provide a fan which was so appreciated and necessary, but having air conditioning and black out shades would help tremendously since we stayed in the summer and it was hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un hotel tradicional, limpio, bien cuidado, aunque no con los lujos de los grandes hoteles, pero la atención y amabilidad con la que nos atendieron durantes los días que estuvimos, bien vale una recomendación. Excelente ubicación.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ruime kamer, leuk ontbijt en ideale ligging.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

yannick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tres bien

Hotel propres on y est bien accueillis chambre tres spacieuses
Coin salon
Tv
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Für Konzertbesuche zu empfehlen
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jörg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Schmutz in der Hotelumgebung
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marco

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nie mehr

Es war laut und das Bett nicht sauber.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Liebe zum Detail

Es waren nur zwei Nächte, aber das Hotel hat ein sehr gutes Preis- Leistungsverhältnis mit Liebe zum Detail. Kleine Sachen die zeigen das die Mitarbeiter ihre Gäste schätzen. Das Zimmer war groß und sehr ruhig. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Herman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Eenvoudig, maar goed

Heel gunstig gelegen hotel. Een schoon en goed onderhouden hotel. Vriendelijke ontvangst; ruime kamer. De bedden waren goed. Prima badkamer. Het ontbijt is voldoende uitgebreid. De auto kon bij het hotel worden geparkeerd. Echt waar voor je geld!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prima hotel, we waren met z'n drieën en hadden 1 enorme grote kamer. Goede bedden. Ontbijt was goed verzorgd, cappuccino werd voor ons gemaakt. Hier komen we zeker weer!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Moniek

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
De ligging is op loopafstand van de kerstmarkt.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Steen Lykke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Meget venligt personale

Alt er lidt slidt, men ok til prisen. Meget venligt personale
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nette locatie met aardige eigenaren, dichtbij het centrum of, zoals in ons geval, de kerstmarkt. Aanrader!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Moniek

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
De locatie is top. Het gebouw heeft een renovatie nodig.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Florian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gut gelegen, sodass fußläufig alles zu erreichen war. Der Empfang war sehr freundlich und unkompliziert.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Arno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Komme immer wieder gerne hier her auch wenn es ab und an nur für 1-2 Tage ist
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ralf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Für den Preis voll in Ordnung. Beim Frühstück war alles da. Sehr freundliches Personal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Zeer vriendelijk

Erg vriendelijk en goed geholpen, zeer nette en schone kamer
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022