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A bakery display with various baked goods, including croissants, muffins, and bread.

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, a TV, a kitchen area, and a bathroom with a mirror.

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

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtkern, 1.6 km from Ruhr Museum

Binnur

฿3,530

฿3,966 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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 hallway with three wall-mounted mirrors, a marble floor, and a small table with a vase and decorative items.

2. Hotel Das Lola

Ruettenscheid, 2.3 km from Ruhr Museum

Marion

฿5,328

฿5,986 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple windows, and a visible entrance.

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

3. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

Ruettenscheid, 1.4 km from Ruhr Museum

paul

฿3,292

฿3,698 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

4. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Westviertel, 1.1 km from Ruhr Museum

Adekunle

฿2,118

฿2,380 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, dining table, chairs, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a bed.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a dining table, a TV, and a desk with a lamp.

5. Hotel Essener Hof, BW Signature Collection® by Best Western

Stadtkern, 1.4 km from Ruhr Museum

STEPHEN

฿2,184

฿2,454 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

The exterior of the Mercure Hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered area with a glass facade.

6. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

Suedviertel, 0.3 km from Ruhr Museum

Dean

฿2,100

฿2,359 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

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.

7. DORMERO Hotel Essen

Ruettenscheid, 1.9 km from Ruhr Museum

Jui

฿2,250

฿2,528 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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.

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

8. NH Essen

Stadtkern, 1.9 km from Ruhr Museum

Nice

฿2,436

฿2,736 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern office space with a large wooden table, white chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern lobby with a checkered floor, exposed brick walls, and a large potted plant.

A modern interior with a large window, a brick wall, and a hanging orange light fixture.

A modern multi-story building with a central courtyard, featuring balconies with green plants and a pathway leading to the entrance.

9. Flowers Hotel Essen

Westviertel, 1.5 km from Ruhr Museum

Georgia

฿1,884

฿2,117 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 historic building with a large sign reading "Gasthof zur Margaritenschnecke." It features outdoor seating with umbrellas and a balcony with railings.

A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a dining area with chairs.

10. Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

2.2 km from Ruhr Museum

Bojan

฿3,432

฿3,855 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern building with a grid of windows, a flat roof, and a parking lot with cars.

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.

11. Motel One Essen

Stadtkern, 1.6 km from Ruhr Museum

Wayne

฿2,506

฿2,816 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 patio with a red umbrella, wooden furniture, and a small garden area with a pond.

A hotel dining area with tables set for service, a large cushioned bench, and a view through the windows.

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

12. Hotel An der Gruga

Ruettenscheid, 1.5 km from Ruhr Museum

Richard

฿2,488

฿2,796 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a glass entrance, a staircase, and a potted plant in the foreground.

A modern building with glass walls and wooden paneling, featuring outdoor seating and a central pathway.

A modern lounge area with a ceiling light, a wall-mounted green plant, and red seating.

A modern reception area with a red seating arrangement, wooden paneling, and a ceiling with a natural light feature.

13. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

2.6 km from Ruhr Museum

Brian

฿4,342

฿4,878 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, a bedside table, a wall clock, and a carpeted hallway.

A modern interior with a long table, chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

A bar area with a brick wall, a large mirror, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a bar counter with stools.

14. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Stadtkern, 1.4 km from Ruhr Museum

Romina

฿2,224

฿2,499 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern bar area with high stools, a long communal table, and a bar counter with bottles.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, and hanging light fixtures.

A building with a neon sign reading "moosy" and large glass doors leading to an interior with visible furniture and a bench outside.

A modern room with large windows, leather chairs, a small table, and a unique wall light fixture.

15. Moxy Essen City

Stadtkern, 1.5 km from Ruhr Museum

Regina

฿2,295

฿2,578 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A buffet with various food items and drinks.

A hotel lobby with two blue armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a bartender, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

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

16. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Stadtkern, 1.4 km from Ruhr Museum

Christopher

฿2,612

฿2,935 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A buffet with various food items, including cereals, nuts, and fruits. There are also bowls and plates for serving.

A reception desk with a sign above it, a computer, and a vase with yellow flowers.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel sign with the name "HOTEL KÖRSCHEIN" in front of a building with multiple windows and a white facade.

17. Art Hotel Körschen

Stadtkern, 1.2 km from Ruhr Museum

Jasmin

฿2,608

฿3,070 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

18. Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen, WorldHotels Elite

Ruettenscheid, 1.2 km from Ruhr Museum

Steve

฿3,848

฿4,323 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern lounge area with a seating arrangement, a vending machine, and a wall-mounted plant display.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen displaying a sports game.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern interior with a seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and two wall-mounted lamps.

19. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Stadtkern, 2.2 km from Ruhr Museum

Kaming

฿2,100

฿2,360 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and a bar.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, seating area, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows.

20. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

2.1 km from Ruhr Museum

Simon

฿2,545

฿2,859 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Top Ruhr Museum Hotel Reviews

Moxy Essen City

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this hotel. Very, very clean and quiet. Great breakfast. Very close to the train station."

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

8/10 Good

"- solid stay - great dining area with lots of natural lighting - delicious breakfast with high quality options - fantastic hot beverage station"

Flowers Hotel Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location. Staff were lovely. We did have an issue a few times with our card key not working which was a bit annoying. Especially when the front desk was not staffed for 15-20 minutes when we got back to the hotel. However we were offered breakfast as compensation which was a nice..The rooms are huge! And we loved the balcony. Great value overall despite minor glitches. Would definitely book again. Oh and fantastic roof top bar!!!"

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."

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very good staff and location."

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"

Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Middle section hotel, next to the art museum, nearby cozy street with restaurants"

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"

Other attractions near Ruhr Museum

An art gallery with large windows, wooden floors, and several paintings on display.

Folkwang Museum

9.2/10 (45 reviews)

Photography, modern art and German posters are among the themes in this museum, which combines three major collections into one wide-ranging survey.

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A park with a pond, trees, and a fountain.

Stadtgarten

6.0/10 (1 review)

Modern and innovative works of art and a pair of playgrounds grace the grassy patches of the largest and oldest park in central Essen.

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A modern building with a curved facade and a covered entrance.

Aalto-Musiktheater

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a night of opera or ballet in this landmark theater that incorporates contemporary architecture and state-of-the-art acoustics into its design.

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Grugahalle

8.6/10 (87 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Grugahalle on your trip to Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

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International Christmas Market Essen

You can enjoy retail therapy at International Christmas Market Essen during your trip to Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

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Grillo-Theater

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Grillo-Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

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Philharmonie Essen

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Philharmonie Essen, a theatre with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

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Red Dot Design Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Red Dot Design Museum in 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 Museum?

Ruhr Museum is located in a historic area of Essen that travellers like for its theatre scene and opera houses. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 83 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Ruhr Museum?

Adjacent to Ruhr Museum, Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a bar and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Premier Inn Essen City Centre and Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Ruhr Museum?

Expedia has 83 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ruhr Museum.

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

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Ruhr Museum.

What can I see and do near Ruhr Museum?

Folkwang Museum, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Red Dot Design Museum feature captivating exhibits. Essen Cathedral, Villa Hugel and Old Synagogue are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Aalto-Musiktheater, Grugahalle and Philharmonie Essen.

How can I get to Ruhr Museum?

With so many ways to get around, exploring the area around Ruhr Museum is easy. You can take advantage of metro transport at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn, Berliner Platz U-Bahn and Bismarckplatz U-Bahn. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Essen Central Station or Essen Central Station (ESZ).

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Our top choices for Ruhr Museum hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

2. Hotel Das Lola

3. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

4. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

5. Hotel Essener Hof, BW Signature Collection® by Best Western

6. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

7. DORMERO Hotel Essen

8. NH Essen

9. Flowers Hotel Essen

10. Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

11. Motel One Essen

12. Hotel An der Gruga

13. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

14. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

15. Moxy Essen City

16. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

17. Art Hotel Körschen

18. Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen, WorldHotels Elite

19. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

20. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

Top Ruhr Museum Hotel Reviews

Moxy Essen City

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Flowers Hotel Essen

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Other attractions near Ruhr Museum

Folkwang Museum

Stadtgarten

Aalto-Musiktheater

Grugahalle

International Christmas Market Essen

Grillo-Theater

Philharmonie Essen

Red Dot Design Museum

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