Where to stay in Stadtbezirke I

Stadtkern
Noted for its shopping and bars, there's plenty to explore in Stadtkern. Top attractions like Philharmonie Essen and Limbecker Platz are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn or Berliner Platz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Ruettenscheid
Ruettenscheid is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Grugahalle and Grugapark Botanical Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Messe Ost-Gruga-Halle U-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn to get around.

Stadtbezirke II
If you're spending time in Stadtbezirke II, check out sights like Grugahalle or Grugapark Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Essen Stadtwald S-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn.

Suedviertel
Get to know Suedviertel and its many features like its bars and museums. You might want to explore sights like Folkwang Museum and Aalto-Musiktheater, and you can jump on the metro at Philharmonie U-Bahn or Bismarckplatz U-Bahn to get around the city.

Kettwig
Historical sites and restaurants are just a few features Kettwig is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Kettwig S-Bahn or Kettwig Stausee S-Bahn.
Top hotels in Stadtbezirke I

Premier Inn Essen City Centre
"There was a really foul smell of sewage in the room. Ivan was on reception and it was quite late but I didn’t find the staff that helpful. It took ages to check in. Would not be returning."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
"Excellent location right opposite the main train station. Helpful, friendly staff even by German standards. Basic room but more than adequate"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen
"The front desk staff were friendly and respectful, but the hotel lacked too many basic amenities. There was no fridge, no phone to call desk if any questions, no complimentary tea or coffee, no iron, no microwave both in room to heat up food and when requested at front desk, and no shelves in the ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026
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Stay near popular Stadtbezirke I attractions

Folkwang Museum

