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Check availability on Essen Gay-Friendly Hotels

Tonight
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Tomorrow
24 Dec - 25 Dec
This weekend
26 Dec - 28 Dec
Next weekend
2 Jan - 4 Jan

Our top choices for Essen LGBT-friendly hotels

Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 17.9 per person)
Premier Inn Duisburg City Altstadt

Premier Inn Duisburg City Altstadt

Premier Inn Duisburg City Altstadt
Duisburg Mitte
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6)
"Das Hotel liegt super und das Personal ist wirklich nett und aufmerksam! Das Zimmer war sehr sauber. Wir würden auf alle Fälle wieder kommen! "
Germany
Sarah-Jane
The price is ฿2,156
฿2,307 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Premier Inn Duisburg City Altstadt
Restaurant
Garner Hotel Bochum by IHG

Garner Hotel Bochum by IHG

Garner Hotel Bochum by IHG
Innenstadt Bochum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (28)
"Das Personal war sehr zuvorkommend und unser Zimmer war auch super ich kann das Hotel nur weiter empfehlen."
Germany
Manja
The price is ฿1,506
฿1,977 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Garner Hotel Bochum by IHG
Exterior
Hotel Jägerhof Kettwig

Hotel Jägerhof Kettwig

Hotel Jägerhof Kettwig
Kettwig
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13)
"Cooles altes Hotel, Man sieht die kümmern sich um die Gäste "
Germany
Johan
The price is ฿4,585
฿5,152 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Hotel Jägerhof Kettwig
Lobby
Mercure Hotel Bochum City

Mercure Hotel Bochum City

Mercure Hotel Bochum City
Innenstadt Bochum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (736)
"Nice staff, convenient to transportation and city center. "
United States
Kathy
The price is ฿2,914
฿3,118 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Mercure Hotel Bochum City
Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Accessible | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG
3.5 star property
Alt-Oberhausen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (700)
"Would stay again"
Netherlands
Inge
The price is ฿2,293
฿3,003 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG
Restaurant
Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG
Holsterhausen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (375)
"Great hotel, provided everything we need at a reasonable cost"
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is ฿1,814
฿2,230 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG
Lobby
B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf
Stadtbezirke I
7.8 out of 10, Good, (260)
"Clean room and excellent service."
United Kingdom
Nnamdi
The price is ฿1,764
฿1,982 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen
4.5 star property
Erle
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"It was okay, but there seemed to be some renovation work going on at the hotel. Because of that, not all services were available. Also, breakfast wasn’t served at 7:30 – nobody was there yet. It was set up later, which made us almost late for an appointment."
United Kingdom
Stanko
The price is ฿3,422
฿3,662 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen
Restaurant
B&B HOTEL Bochum Hbf-Süd

B&B HOTEL Bochum Hbf-Süd

B&B HOTEL Bochum Hbf-Süd
2.5 star property
Innenstadt Bochum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (521)
"This hotel was clean, comfortable, and very easy to check into. The room was small, but in a cozy and adorable way that made it feel just right. The staff was very friendly and helpful, and everything felt modern and well-kept. Plus, the location near the station made getting around super convenient. I’d definitely stay here again! "
United States
Erika
The price is ฿2,191
฿2,345 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
B&B HOTEL Bochum Hbf-Süd
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Stuckhotel Fettehenne

Stuckhotel Fettehenne

Stuckhotel Fettehenne
3.5 star property
Ratingen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (75)
"It was a very nice, cosy place and the people were very friendly. Also a very nice room!"
Netherlands
Erwin
The price is ฿2,072
฿2,217 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stuckhotel Fettehenne
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Frequently asked questions

Searching for an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Essen?
If you're searching for a place where you'll feel welcome in Essen, you can trust the lodging options listed as LGBTQ-friendly on our website. People like Essen for its theatre scene and shopping.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Essen?
NH Essen is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free Wi-Fi and free Internet. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG and FOUR Essen City Centre are two other good choices for your trip.
How many LGBTQ-friendly hotels will I find in Essen?
You'll find 14 LGBTQ-friendly lodging options in Essen.
What are the top places to visit in Essen?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Essen has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Philharmonie Essen, Limbecker Platz and International Christmas Market Essen. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Aalto-Musiktheater, Folkwang Museum and Grugahalle.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Essen?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels, also known as gay-friendly hotels, welcome all travellers who identify as LGBTQIA+. You'll find a selection of LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options on our site. In Essen, these hotels operate in a spirit of inclusiveness, prioritising a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from a gay-friendly hotel in Essen?
Stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Essen and you'll be around like-minded people, so you can relax and enjoy your trip. Some of Expedia's LGBTQ-friendly hotels go the extra mile and offer concierge services that provide information about nearby LGBTQ restaurants and local events.