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City Hotel Essen, Essen

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About the Hotel

Viehofer Platz 5, Essen, Germany, 45127

City Hotel Essen is a three-star property located in the heart of Essen's shopping district. It features large rooms with big windows offering city views and generous amenities for guests. The establishment is situated just a short walk from significant cultural and historical sites. Public transport links, including two underground stations outside the hotel, provide easy access to various key destinations.

Location

City Hotel Essen is ideally located near Essen's shopping district, just a 10-minute walk from the main train station. The underground stations at Viehofer Platz and Rheinischer Platz are located right outside the hotel, allowing for quick transportation to essential attractions. The University of Duisburg-Essen is only a four-minute walk away, making it convenient for visiting academics or students.

Rooms

City Hotel Essen has 45 rooms spread over seven floors designed for comfort. Each room includes thoughtful amenities such as a laptop-friendly workspace, a sitting area, and a private bathroom with a shower. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, safes, and complimentary minibars. The bright rooms also feature flat-screen TVs and soundproofing for enhanced privacy.

Eat & Drink

A hearty breakfast buffet is available daily from 6:30 to 10:00. The hotel hosts a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli, catering to guests looking for refreshments throughout their stay. Additional dining options can be found in the surrounding shopping district. The property offers a smoke-free environment for dining and relaxation.

Leisure & Business

City Hotel Essen provides essential amenities such as dry cleaning and laundry services for guest convenience. For business travelers, dedicated workspaces and free Wi-Fi throughout the property are advantageous. Guests can also access newspapers and tour/ticket assistance to enhance their stay. The on-site bar serves as a relaxing spot after a busy day.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Quadruple Room
Max:
4 persons
30 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
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Max:
1 person
15 m² 
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Double Room
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2 persons
25 m² 
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Essen1700 ft
Airports
Dusseldorf (DUS) 19.0 mi
Dortmund (DTM) 29.4 mi
Train
Essen Central Station4000 ft
Gelsenkirchen mail railway station 4.8 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • Pets allowed
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • 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
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Location

Viehofer Platz 5, Essen, Germany, 45127
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Viehofer Platz 5, Essen, Germany, 45127
Nearby
Kettwiger Str. 42
Essen Cathedral
1400 ft
Church
Kreuzeskirche
1400 ft
Church
Marktkirche
1400 ft
Porscheplatz
Rathaus
1400 ft
Kennedyplatz
Amerikahaus
1400 ft
Shopping Area
Einkaufszentrum Limbecker Platz
1400 ft
Night club
turock
1400 ft
Gerswidastr. 4
Schwarzlicht Semester Minigolf Essen
1400 ft
Restaurants
China Bros
900 ft
Viehofer Str. 68
Sandwich Falafel Abu Al Nour
800 ft
Gladbecker Str. 4
Cafe Konditorei Perfekt
1300 ft
Friedrich-Ebert-Str. 62
Grossstadt Deli
1400 ft
Meyer-Schwickerath-Str. 63 Eingang an der Frontseite
Panoptikum
1800 ft
Gerlingplatz 4
Cagdas - Cafe & Restaurant
2000 ft
Flachsmarkt 3
Mr.nam 68
2200 ft
Friedrich-Ebert-Str. 14
Yellow River
2400 ft
Porscheplatz 100
Donerhaus Dest
2300 ft
Porscheplatz 205
Dunkin' Donuts
1600 ft
Limbecker Str. 67

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
82%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Quiet rooms
Exceptional service
Tired-looking decor
Limited dining selection
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
8.1
Location
9.1
Service
9.0
Dining
7.3
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 10 reviews
3.5/5 based on 72 reviews
8.0
8.0/10based on 876 reviews
#33 of 72 hotels in Essen based on Tripadvisor
Norman
United States of America, June  2024
9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel! The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and impeccably clean, despite overlooking a busy road junction. The service was fantastic; the staff was multilingual, friendly, and quick to assist with any requests. The location was exceptional, offering free public transport tickets and easy access to the city center. The dining experience was enjoyable, and the facilities were top-notch.

Rooms
9.0
The room was perfect for space and comfort, with a great double bed and a proper desk chair.
Service
9.0
The staff were all very friendly, helpful, and efficient in addressing any minor issues we had.
Location
10.0
The location was exceptional with various dining options and convenient access to public transportation.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very nice, offering healthy snacks and a free city hotel public transport ticket as a bonus.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Ryan
United States of America, May  2024
8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was mixed. While the rooms were spacious and clean with a great double bed, the common areas left much to be desired. The pricing seemed a bit on the expensive side. However, the staff were all very friendly and helpful, quickly addressing any minor issues we had during our stay.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and efficient.
Service
9.0
The staff were very friendly, responsive, and helpful.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect for visiting the city, just minutes away from the city center with free parking.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good for a 3-star hotel, with very kind service personnel.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provided good amenities and services.
Benjamin
United Kingdom, May  2024
8.2/10

Staying in the business suite with a great double bed and a quiet atmosphere, despite overlooking a busy road junction, was a cool experience on one of the hottest days of the year. The mini bar content was a nice addition. However, the dining area looked a little tired.

Rooms
8.0
The business suite was very quiet and cool, with a comfy double bed and a table and chairs.
Service
9.0
The staff was very helpful with special requests and provided valuable travel advice. They were friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was excellent, just at the underground tram station near the city center. Easy access to public transportation made exploring the city hassle-free.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience in front of the hotel itself was very nice, especially in the morning. However, the dining area looked a little tired.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, a welcome drink, and tours/ticket assistance.
Alan
United Kingdom, March  2024
8.2/10

The hotel rooms were small but adequate and well thought out, cool on a hot day, and faced the street. They were rather large, offering a mini bar with a good selection of drinks. The service was very friendly, helpful with special requests, and provided fantastic travel advice. The location was perfect, just minutes away from the city center with free parking available. The dining experience included a good Wifi connection, a free minibar, and a public transport ticket. Although the mattresses were too soft, it was a very nice experience overall.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were small but adequate, well thought out, and faced the street. They were rather large with a cool ambiance on a hot day. The mini bar content included a good selection of drinks.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly and helpful, providing fantastic advice on special requests and travel passes.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect, just minutes away from the city center with free parking available. It was very convenient for our trip to visit the markets.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was very nice overall, with a good Wifi connection, a free minibar, and a free city public transport ticket. The mattresses were a bit too soft.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were good overall, offering a nice experience despite the mattresses being too soft.
Robert
United Kingdom, February  2024
8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were incredibly spacious, even larger than my first flat, but there was a slight initial odor when we arrived. It was a relief to have a cool room on one of the hottest days of the year, and the mini bar content was a nice touch. However, the dining area looked a little tired. The service was top-notch, with the staff always being helpful and pleasant, though I encountered a small delay one time. The location was perfect, just minutes away from the city center, and the free parking was a bonus. The facilities were well-maintained, offering good value for money.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were larger than my first flat and smelled a little bit when we arrived, but were cool and had a well-stocked mini-bar.
Service
9.0
The service was superb, with the staff always being helpful and pleasant.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, just minutes away from the city center, with free parking available.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was quite good, with enough choices for a normal breakfast but the area looked a little tired.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-maintained.
Perry
United States of America, November  2023
9.0/10

Staying at this hotel was a great experience overall. The rooms were quiet and well-equipped, perfect for relaxing after a long day. The service was exceptional as the staff went above and beyond to accommodate my needs. The location was ideal, with easy access to public transportation and key areas of the city. The dining options were plentiful and satisfying, adding to the overall enjoyment of my stay.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were cool and quiet, providing a comfortable retreat. Mini bar contents were a nice touch.
Service
10.0
The staff was incredibly kind and understanding, making my stay stress-free. The service exceeded my expectations.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect, just a short walk from tram stations and close to the city center. Free public transport tickets were a convenient bonus.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was exceptionally plentiful, with a nice variety of options. The free minibar and good Wifi connection were appreciated.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-maintained and added to the overall comfort of the stay.
Quiet rooms
Tired-looking decor
Larry
United States of America, September  2023
7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. On one hand, the room was huge, the bed was comfortable, and the shower was great, which was fantastic. However, the common areas were a bit outdated and grubby. Plus, the pricing was extremely expensive, which was a downside.

Rooms
7.0
The room was huge, the bed was comfortable, and the shower was great. However, the rooms seemed a bit outdated and grubby.
Service
9.0
The staff were all very friendly and helpful, quickly dealing with the few minor issues we had during our stay. It was nice that they didn't charge me for the missed night, which was great.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was perfect for exploring the city or for business trips, directly across from the university campus. However, being next to a busy road and hearing church bells could be a bit bothersome.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was good overall, but there wasn't as much variety compared to other hotels in the city. I have to say, though, the boiled eggs were the worst I've ever eaten.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered decent facilities, including dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, a welcome drink, and tours/ticket assistance. However, the common areas left something to be desired.
Katie
United Kingdom, August  2023
7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were spacious and located on higher floors which was nice, but they were a bit grubby and the common areas weren't great. The hotel was extremely expensive, but the cool room helped on one of the hottest days of the year.

Rooms
7.0
My room was rather large and located on a higher floor, which was great. However, it was a bit grubby. The mini bar content was included, which was a nice touch.
Service
8.0
The service was very helpful and the staff were all friendly. They quickly dealt with the few minor issues we had. They were also helpful with special requests and providing travel advice.
Location
8.0
The location of the hotel was very nice, near the city center with restaurants and shops within reach. It's a good place to stay for visiting the city.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was decent. The food was rich, and it was nice that it was included. The smoked guinea fowl dish was particularly good.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory. The hotel itself had good amenities, and the free small minibar with beer and soft drinks was a nice addition.
spacious rooms
expensive
John
United Kingdom, June  2023
9.0/10

The hotel offers spacious, clean, and efficient rooms with a nice view. It was very quiet despite overlooking a busy road junction. The breakfasts were rich, and the service was very friendly and helpful. The location is perfect, just minutes away from the city center, with free parking available. The dining experience was very nice, and the hotel provides a free city public transport ticket. The facilities are top-notch, contributing to a great stay.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and efficient with a nice view.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly, responsive, and helpful. Staff were very helpful with special requests and providing travel advice and travel passes.
Location
10.0
The location is perfect, just minutes away from the city center, with free parking available.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good and included a selection of local cold cuts.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers excellent facilities ensuring a comfortable stay.
Great location
Limited dining selection
Joseph
United States of America, June  2023
8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was truly enjoyable. The rooms were comfortable and well-equipped, although there was a slight smell upon arrival and no hot drink facilities. The service was exceptional, with the staff being very friendly, responsive, and helpful. The location was perfect for exploring the city, and the dining experience, while good, now includes an additional charge for certain amenities. Overall, a great value for money option with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The room with a great double bed, table, and chairs was cool despite the heat. There was a slight smell at first and no hot drink facilities.
Service
9.0
The service during my stay was excellent, with friendly and helpful staff included in the price.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location on the edge of the city center was very convenient for our trip. Free public transport ticket and good WiFi were provided, and the free parking was a bonus.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was quite good, with the breakfast buffet being German-style. However, there is now an additional daily fee for certain amenities.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities at the hotel were satisfactory, providing all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.
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