The Best Hotels Closest to Ruhr in Essen - 2026 Updated Prices

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A large, multi-story building with a prominent corner tower and a covered outdoor area with glass walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. The room has patterned wallpaper and a large window.

A hallway with marble flooring, wooden doors, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

A room with a patterned armchair, a table with a lamp, and a view of trees through a glass door.

1. Hotel Das Lola

Ruettenscheid, 2.8 km from Ruhr

Marion

4.175.434 ₫

4.691.188 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A double bed with white linens, two bedside tables with fans, a wooden wardrobe, and a red curtain.

A living room with two brown leather sofas, a coffee table with decorative flowers, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a large mirror.

2. DORMERO Hotel Essen

Ruettenscheid, 3.2 km from Ruhr

Jui

1.798.779 ₫

2.020.892 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

A bay window with white shutters, a wooden table, two chairs, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a vase and candle, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A room with a wooden cabinet, a dining table, and chairs. There is a door leading to another room.

3. Parkhaus Hügel

Bredeney, 1.5 km from Ruhr

Richard

2.909.608 ₫

3.268.943 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern reception area with a wooden desk, large potted plants, and a mosaic wall.

A modern office space with a large meeting table, several smaller tables, and a kitchen area.

A modern lounge area with seating, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of buildings.

A modern hotel with a neon sign, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtkern, 5.9 km from Ruhr

JOYCE

2.562.965 ₫

2.879.418 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A narrow cobblestone street lined with traditional half-timbered buildings.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stained glass windows, and a bar area with copper pipes.

A living room with a sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a clock, and a menu board.

5. Hotel Landhaus Knappmann

Kettwig, 8.4 km from Ruhr

joe

3.596.311 ₫

4.040.300 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lounge area with comfortable seating, a dining area, and a view of the city.

A room with wooden panel walls, multiple shelves displaying various ceramic items, a table with a decorative glass, and a framed floral painting.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a large window with curtains, and a cozy seating area with a lamp and a sofa.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, an orange chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

6. Boutique Hotel Stadtmitte

10.7 km from Ruhr

Ramin

1.855.594 ₫

2.084.760 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A historic building with a central entrance, large windows, and a decorative roof.

A large, historic building with two prominent towers, a covered patio area with outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and black chairs.

An ornate black archway with a checkered floor leading to a hallway.

7. Schlosshotel Hugenpoet

Kettwig, 9 km from Ruhr

Roberto

5.479.588 ₫

6.933.174 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a television, and a plant.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a TV, and a reception sign.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, and a sliding glass door to a balcony.

A modern interior with a staircase, a reception sign, and a metallic elevator.

8. Serways Hotel Hösel

12.6 km from Ruhr

Ankur

1.832.388 ₫

1.960.655 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A room with a large window, a desk with a laptop, a red chair, and a patterned carpet.

9. Aiden by Best Western Velbert

8 km from Ruhr

Mallory Suzanne

1.991.727 ₫

2.131.148 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a buffet area featuring various food items and a large screen displaying a hotel interior.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the balcony, and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a view.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and red chairs.

10. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

Ruettenscheid, 3.7 km from Ruhr

paul

2.579.507 ₫

2.898.006 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A traditional half-timbered building with outdoor seating and a signboard.

A restaurant with wooden beams, red cushioned booths, and a bar area.

A traditional half-timbered building with a sign for 'The Olde Coach Inn' and a 'Hotel' sign.

A room with a white door with glass panels, a view of neighboring buildings, and a patterned curtain.

11. Zur alten Krone

10.8 km from Ruhr

vitali

3.872.769 ₫

4.143.898 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a contemporary art piece on the wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel reception area with a counter, a clock, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

12. Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

6.2 km from Ruhr

Lori A

3.460.625 ₫

3.887.864 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A buffet area with a variety of food items, a glass display case, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern office building with a sign reading "Four Points Flex."

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A modern lounge area with blue armchairs, a bar with yellow stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

13. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Westviertel, 5.8 km from Ruhr

Adekunle

1.622.427 ₫

1.822.723 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern building with a reflective pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A reception desk with a digital screen, a green wall, and a large window with a view of a building.

Two people dining at a table with breakfast items, a painting of a gas station on the wall, and a sign reading "ACCOR".

A building with multiple windows and balconies, featuring a purple sign with 'Mercure Hotel' written on it.

14. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

Suedviertel, 5 km from Ruhr

Dean

1.692.968 ₫

1.902.050 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A two-story building with a pond in front, illuminated windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A garden with a pond, a bench, and a bicycle.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a painting on the wall.

A patio with a red umbrella, wooden furniture, and a small garden area with a pond.

15. Hotel An der Gruga

Ruettenscheid, 3.7 km from Ruhr

Richard

1.950.000 ₫

2.190.938 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a yellow armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bed with a headboard.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a chandelier.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, staircase, and a large framed picture on the wall.

16. Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Stadtkern, 5.8 km from Ruhr

STEPHEN

1.881.076 ₫

2.113.389 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a prominent tower, and a view of the sea.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, shelves with plants, and a large wall with gear designs.

17. NH Essen

Stadtkern, 6.2 km from Ruhr

Nice

1.936.401 ₫

2.175.546 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern interior with a large wall mural, a round table with chairs, and a decorative metal partition.

A modern living room with a large TV, wooden shelves, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchair, and a wooden bookshelf.

A modern lounge area with multiple seating options including a yellow armchair, a blue armchair, and a pink chair. There are several bookshelves filled with books and decorative items.

18. Motel One Essen

Stadtkern, 6.1 km from Ruhr

Wayne

1.964.208 ₫

2.206.626 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A cheese and meat display with various cheeses, meats, and fruits.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with traditional houses and parked cars.

A room with a large window, a red sofa, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a checkered floor.

A historic building with a large sign reading "Gasthof zur Margaritenschnecke." It features outdoor seating with umbrellas and a balcony with railings.

19. Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

5 km from Ruhr

Bojan

2.689.273 ₫

3.021.374 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern cafe with seating arrangements, pendant lighting, and a bar area.

A modern hotel room with a mounted flat-screen TV on a wooden wall, a white shelf with a kettle, cups, and a red folder.

20. Holiday Inn Express Mulheim - Ruhr by IHG

10.8 km from Ruhr

Pat

2.461.995 ₫

2.766.052 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Top Ruhr Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bredeney

10/10 Excellent

"All good. Hotel for events."

Parkhotel Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was Top. A big Tha k you to the team."

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Right overlooking essen hbf so super convenient. Friendly staff with easy check in. Nice and quiet which surprised me considering how close to train station. Well maintained room and property. One of the best premier inns stayed in."

Hotel Das Lola

10/10 Excellent

"As temperatures continue to rise it would be nice to have air conditioning. Not the norm throughout Essen."

Parkhaus Hügel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location 5 minute walk to Villa Hugel. Warm summer days in the 90s temps makes sleeping a challenge. No air conditioning. Otherwise property checks many boxes."

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent budget hotel close to Essen central station"

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

8/10 Good

"Was an ok stay. Will recommend"

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

8/10 Good

"Excellent location right opposite the main train station. Helpful, friendly staff even by German standards. Basic room but more than adequate"

Hotel An der Gruga

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for a short business trip and close to local bars and restaurants. Comfortable and a good breakfast choice."

Other attractions near Ruhr

Baldeneysee

9.2/10 (48 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Baldeneysee during your travels in Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

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Seaside Beach Baldeney

8.4/10 (57 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seaside Beach Baldeney during your travels in Essen? Take in the museums while you're in the area.

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Villa Hugel

9.0/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Villa Hugel during your trip to Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

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St. Lucius Church

After visiting St. Lucius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and museums.

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Essen Luciuskirche

You can learn about the history of Essen when you stop by Essen Luciuskirche. Experience the area's theatre scene and museums.

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Basilica St. Ludgerus

You can learn about the history of Essen with a stop at Basilica St. Ludgerus. Experience the area's theatre scene and museums.

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Kunsthaus Essen

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kunsthaus Essen during your travels in Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

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Messe Essen

8.6/10 (324 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Messe Essen during your trip to Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ruhr?

Ruhr is located in Essen. You'll find 291 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

How many hotels are there close to Ruhr?

Expedia has 291 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Ruhr.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ruhr, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Ruhr.

What can I see and do near Ruhr?

Folkwang Museum, Villa Hugel and Railway Museum Bochum feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Essen Cathedral, Old Synagogue and Burg Altendorf to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Grugahalle, Aalto-Musiktheater and Philharmonie Essen if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Ruhr?

Walk to nearby metro stations like Essen-Werden S-Bahn, Essen-Hügel S-Bahn and Kruppallee Essen Station. If you'd like to venture around the area nearby, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Ruhr hotels

1. Hotel Das Lola

2. DORMERO Hotel Essen

3. Parkhaus Hügel

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

5. Hotel Landhaus Knappmann

6. Boutique Hotel Stadtmitte

7. Schlosshotel Hugenpoet

8. Serways Hotel Hösel

9. Aiden by Best Western Velbert

10. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

11. Zur alten Krone

12. Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

13. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

14. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

15. Hotel An der Gruga

16. Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

17. NH Essen

18. Motel One Essen

19. Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

20. Holiday Inn Express Mulheim - Ruhr by IHG

Top Ruhr Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bredeney

Parkhotel Essen

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Hotel Das Lola

Parkhaus Hügel

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Hotel An der Gruga

Other attractions near Ruhr

Baldeneysee

Seaside Beach Baldeney

Villa Hugel

St. Lucius Church

Essen Luciuskirche

Basilica St. Ludgerus

Kunsthaus Essen

Messe Essen

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