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About the Hotel

Viehofer Platz 5, Essen, 45127

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“This hotel's location right on the edge of the city center made it so easy to explore the vibrant markets nearby.”view full review

City Hotel Essen offers three-star accommodations with comfortable large rooms featuring big windows and city views. Amenities include free private parking, free Wi-Fi, and a bar. The hotel enjoys proximity to the shopping district and key transport links.

Rooms & Amenities

Guestrooms at City Hotel Essen feature laptop-friendly workspaces, separate sitting areas, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms include a seating area for relaxation after a busy day. All rooms are equipped with private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers.

Dining & Nearby Options

A hearty breakfast buffet is served each morning from 6:30 to 10:00. Guests can also enjoy drinks at the on-site bar. Nearby dining options include Noori Japanisches Restaurant and Sandwich Falafel Abu Al Nour, both just 0.5 km away.

Location & Transportation

City Hotel Essen has excellent public transport links, with the Viehofer Platz and Rheinischer Platz underground stations situated outside the hotel. The nearest bus stops, Rheinischer Platz and Universitaetsstrasse, are a 2 to 3-minute walk. Attractions such as the Essen trade fair and the Zeche Zollverein coal mine are accessible via the underground.

Services & Local Area

Additional services at City Hotel Essen include complimentary use of local transport, dry cleaning/laundry services, and tour/ticket assistance. The hotel can accommodate families, as one child under 10 stays free of charge. Nearby attractions include the RWE Tower and Museum Folkwang, both within 2 km.

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City Hotel Essen offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Quadruple Room
2 persons
30 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Heating
Shower
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Triple Room
2 persons
30 sq. feet
3 Single beds
Heating
Shower
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Double Room
2 persons
25 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Heating
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Facilities

City Hotel Essen offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stress-Free Parking

“Having free parking available made our arrival smooth and stress-free, especially since we found a spot right away.” read full review

Spacious Comfort

“The room was impressively spacious and well-equipped, creating a comfortable atmosphere for our short stay.” read full review

Buffet Delight

“The breakfast buffet was a fantastic way to start the day, offering a delicious variety of options for just a small extra fee.” read full review

Accommodating Service

“The staff was very accommodating, especially when they promptly handled our request for separate invoices with no hassle.” read full review

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Off-site car park
Safe deposit box
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

City Hotel Essen Location

Viehofer Platz 5, Essen, 45127

Getting around

City Centre
Essen 6 min · 1700 ft
Airports
Dusseldorf (DUS) 46 min · 19.0 mi
Dortmund (DTM) 71 min · 29.3 mi
Train
Essen Central Station 15 min · 4000 ft
Gelsenkirchen mail railway station 12 min · 4.8 mi