Where to stay in Ruhr
Find the best Ruhr areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ruhr
Stadtmitte
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
Travellers choose Stadtmitte for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Schadowstraße Tram Stop or Jacobistraße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Konigsallee.
Old Town Cologne
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
Cologne Cathedral and Schildergasse are a few top attractions in Old Town Cologne. Hop around the city on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn and check out the area's stunning cathedral, stunning river views and popular shops.
Altstadt-Nord
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and National Socialist Documentation Center, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Innenstadt
2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Innenstadt. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Old Market, and jump on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Düsseldorf Old Town
Shopping, restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Düsseldorf Old Town. Sights like North Rhine-Westphalia Art Collection and Duesseldorf City Hall are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Düsseldorf area at Heinrich-Heine-Allee U-Bahn.
Top hotels in Ruhr
Maritim Hotel Köln
Heumarkt 20 Cologne NW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
3.065.418 ₫
3.443.998 ₫ total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,226 reviews)
"the push button showers were the best so luxurious.Thank you for the wonderful stay"
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026
Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Maritim Platz 1 Düsseldorf NW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
3.234.157 ₫
3.641.098 ₫ total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Premier Inn Köln City Süd
Perlengraben 2 Cologne
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
2.024.864 ₫
2.274.934 ₫ total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"We only stayed for 1 night but it was great. A bit out of the way for main sights but was clean, nice staff, free wifi, and the room was bigger than we thought it would be."
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stay near popular Ruhr attractions
Cologne Cathedral
9.2/10 (5,405 reviews)
You can learn about the local history of Cologne when you visit a top site such as Cologne Cathedral. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Messe Düsseldorf
8.6/10 (1,242 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Messe Düsseldorf during your trip to Düsseldorf. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
LANXESS Arena
8.6/10 (1,195 reviews)
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Konigsallee
8.8/10 (1,725 reviews)
During your trip to Düsseldorf, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Konigsallee. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Photo by Kaya Ercan
Signal Iduna Park
9.0/10 (471 reviews)
Catch an event at Signal Iduna Park during your trip to Dortmund. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Cologne Trade Fair Grounds
8.4/10 (940 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Cologne Trade Fair Grounds during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Merkur Spiel-Arena
8.2/10 (243 reviews)
Catch an event at Merkur Spiel-Arena during your trip to Düsseldorf. Experience the museums and theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
PSD Bank Dome
8.2/10 (390 reviews)
Catch an event at PSD Bank Dome during your trip to Düsseldorf. Experience the area's theatre scene and museums.
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To see terrific attractions like Rhine Tower and Duesseldorf City Hall, Düsseldorf is the place to be. Many travellers also enjoy spending time in Cologne, home to Cologne Cathedral and RheinEnergieStadion. If you've got an extended holiday in Ruhr, why not check out both cities?
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When it comes to properties in Cologne, Steigenberger Hotel Köln and URBAN LOFT Cologne are among the favourites. If you're also spending time in Düsseldorf, Dorint Kongresshotel Düsseldorf/Neuss and Scope Hotel Mirage will make you feel at home.
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