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A modern bar area with a black backdrop and the name 'DORI MERO' in red letters. There are bar stools and a white counter.

A modern restaurant interior with red and grey seating, large windows with a textured pattern, and contemporary pendant lighting.

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

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'DORUMERO' sign on the side.

1. Dormero Hotel Darmstadt

7.6 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Challeng

RM226

RM246 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a red chair, a small table with a red object, and an ironing board with hangers.

A buffet with various food items including fruits, cereals, and pastries.

A modern lounge area with round tables, colorful chairs, and a bar counter.

2. Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG

13.8 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Erin

RM253

RM281 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with multiple stools, a counter, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a bookshelf.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a purple umbrella, and a building with large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with glass doors, a reception desk, blue seating, and pendant lighting.

3. Premier Inn Darmstadt City Centre

10.5 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Claudia

RM266

RM291 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the city.

A modern building with a view of a cityscape and hills in the distance.

A modern cafe with a bar area, seating, and a visible espresso station.

A modern bar area with high stools, a counter, and a piano in the background.

4. Lufthansa Seeheim - More than a Conference Hotel

18.4 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Jens

RM517

RM582 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A bar area with stools, a counter with bottles, framed pictures on the walls, and a patterned floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with patterned sofas and armchairs, and a large screen displaying the hotel name.

A modern lounge area with sofas, round tables, and pendant lighting.

A modern restaurant interior with tables and chairs, a bar area, and artwork on the walls.

5. IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3

17.6 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Romina

RM275

RM313 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a desk.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, seating with yellow chairs, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'DIVOTEL' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. DIWOTEL by Trip Inn Frankfurt Airport Dreieich

13.9 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Manish

RM243

RM260 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A chef in a modern kitchen with a buffet setup, featuring a counter with food items and a variety of kitchen equipment.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Maritim Hotel".

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A bar area with a bartender serving drinks to customers.

7. Maritim Hotel Darmstadt

9.8 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

frederick Donald

RM304

RM332 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern restaurant with a glass ceiling, a bar area, and a seating area with a view of the parking lot.

A modern hotel room with a large round marble sink, a bed with red pillows, a small table with a plant, and a view of the city through the window.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, red bar stools, and overhead lighting.

A modern living room with a piano, sofas, a TV, and wooden beams on the ceiling.

8. Hotel Monika

16.5 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Rae

RM361

RM386 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a headboard with integrated lighting.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a dining area with orange chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, two chairs, a coffee table, and a TV stand.

9. Trip Inn Hotel Frankfurt-Heusenstamm

17.1 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Precious

RM255

RM273 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A wooden table with a white vase of purple tulips and a clear glass bowl.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a vase with flowers on the table.

10. Anor Hotel I Park Sleep & Fly I Frankfurt Airport

16.4 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Suzanne

RM311

RM346 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A well-maintained garden pathway leading to a building with a formal entrance and a fountain.

A well-lit pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a green sofa, and a yellow armchair.

11. Hotel Jagdschloss Kranichstein

4.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

William

RM530

RM578 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A building with a distinctive tower and a stone wall in front.

A garden with a glass greenhouse structure surrounded by blooming pink roses and various other plants.

A terrace with tables set for tea, a lighthouse in the background, and a chain-link fence.

12. Holiday Inn Express Darmstadt by IHG

9.9 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Regina M.

RM349

RM428 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a painting of flowers on the wall.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, two blue armchairs, a red carpet, and a large glass door leading outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a wall-mounted picture.

13. Hotel Malchen garni GmbH

15.3 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Kelly

RM604

RM660 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel with a rectangular layout, multiple floors, and a flat roof.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a cityscape through the windows.

A bar area with wooden stools, a counter with bottles and glasses, and a red accent wall.

A restaurant with large windows, tables set with white tablecloths, red chairs, and potted plants.

14. Welcome Hotel Darmstadt City Center

8.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Arnd

RM430

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern dining area with long tables and chairs, large windows, and a flat-screen TV.

A bar area with a purple-lit ceiling, a bar counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and a red cushioned seating area.

A modern building with a sign reading "InterCity Hotel".

A modern lounge area with sofas and tables, large windows, and pendant lighting.

15. IntercityHotel Darmstadt

9.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

john

RM219

RM239 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A courtyard with a well-maintained lawn, a large tree, and a building with exposed wooden beams and brick walls.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, wooden beams, a patterned rug, and a cabinet with decorative items.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and decorative wall panels.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, and a view of a residential area.

16. Farmerhaus-Lodge

13.3 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Christopher

RM541

RM579 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with curtains, a ceiling light, and a patterned wall.

A modern room with a dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a painting on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee machine. There is a dining area with a table and two chairs, one orange and one white.

A modern building with a flat roof, solar panels, and a parking area with cars.

17. Fairn Square Hotel

6.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Rohit

RM399

RM435 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor patio area with multiple tables and chairs, a barbecue grill, and umbrellas providing shade.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A building entrance with a 'greet' sign and two bicycles parked in front.

A pool table with billiard balls and cues, a foosball table, and large windows with a view of greenery.

18. ibis Styles Darmstadt

10.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Collin

RM242

RM264 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern indoor swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a small table with fruit, and decorative plants.

A modern lounge area with leather seating, a fireplace, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a sofa.

19. Hotel Restaurant Wessinger

16.9 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Gouri

RM303

RM324 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window.

A double bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent neon sign on the top.

20. Moxy Darmstadt

10.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Lorraine

RM253

RM277 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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Top Messel Pit Fossil Site Hotel Reviews

Best Western Hotel Airport Frankfurt

8/10 Good

"Everything went well, staff were very helpful. Only problem was that most hotels at Frankfurt Airport are a bit of a hassle to get to the airport with luggage. Airport shuttle would be much better."

Anor Hotel I Park Sleep & Fly I Frankfurt Airport

8/10 Good

"Only stayed for one night after flying in from Singapore. Location was convenient, check in was easy, and room and amenities were just fine. It was a much needed pause in our stressful journey."

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, efficient. good breakfast."

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Located within the airport, mins away from terminal 1 and train to terminal 2/3. There are a few restaurants and bars on site for convenience. Room was spacious, modern, and bed was comfortable."

Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport

10/10 Excellent

"It looked amazing, super clean, room design was great, everything looked clean and new. Front desk staff member Sammy was very pleasant and helpful. Parking available under the hotel. Rooms have kichenette, including dishes, stove top, fridge and dishwasher. Super close to the airport, would recommend"

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel"

Hampton by Hilton Frankfurt Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Room"

IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. The buffet is quite good. Super easy shuttle to the airport. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Frankfurt."

b'mine Frankfurt Airport, WorldHotels Crafted

8/10 Good

"Despite requested weeks in advance, I had no reply regarding a parking space, obviously no availability when arrived."

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Labyrinth

Enjoy an outing to Labyrinth during your stay in Dieburg.

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Fahr-Werk Kartbahn

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Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research

Explore the campus of Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research during your stay in Darmstadt. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals.

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Komm zur Mitte

Enjoy an outing to Komm zur Mitte during your stay in Dieburg.

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Park Rosenhoehe

Explore the great outdoors at Park Rosenhoehe, a lovely green space in Darmstadt. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Botanical Gardens

9.0/10 (14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Darmstadt. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Neue Buehne

You can get tickets for a performance at Neue Buehne on your trip to Darmstadt-Arheilgen. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt

7.8/10 (9 reviews)

See the exotic and native animals who call Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt home during your travels in Darmstadt. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Messel Pit Fossil Site?

Messel Pit Fossil Site is located in a welcoming area of Messel known for its array of dining options and bar scene. You'll find 45 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Messel Pit Fossil Site?

Maritim Hotel Darmstadt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. You'll find it 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Messel Pit Fossil Site. Other good options around the area include Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG and Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Messel Pit Fossil Site?

Expedia has 45 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Messel Pit Fossil Site.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Messel Pit Fossil Site, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Messel Pit Fossil Site.

What can I see and do near Messel Pit Fossil Site?

Darmstadt Artists Colony, Mathildenhoehe and Museum Künstlerkolonie feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Spend some time wandering around Park Rosenhoehe, Botanical Gardens and Grosse Woog. Create some family memories at Labyrinth, Komm zur Mitte and Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt while you're exploring the area around Messel Pit Fossil Site.

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Our top choices for Messel Pit Fossil Site hotels

1. Dormero Hotel Darmstadt

2. Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG

3. Premier Inn Darmstadt City Centre

4. Lufthansa Seeheim - More than a Conference Hotel

5. IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3

6. DIWOTEL by Trip Inn Frankfurt Airport Dreieich

7. Maritim Hotel Darmstadt

8. Hotel Monika

9. Trip Inn Hotel Frankfurt-Heusenstamm

10. Anor Hotel I Park Sleep & Fly I Frankfurt Airport

11. Hotel Jagdschloss Kranichstein

12. Holiday Inn Express Darmstadt by IHG

13. Hotel Malchen garni GmbH

14. Welcome Hotel Darmstadt City Center

15. IntercityHotel Darmstadt

16. Farmerhaus-Lodge

17. Fairn Square Hotel

18. ibis Styles Darmstadt

19. Hotel Restaurant Wessinger

20. Moxy Darmstadt

Top Messel Pit Fossil Site Hotel Reviews

Best Western Hotel Airport Frankfurt

Anor Hotel I Park Sleep & Fly I Frankfurt Airport

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Hampton by Hilton Frankfurt Airport

IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3

b'mine Frankfurt Airport, WorldHotels Crafted

Other attractions near Messel Pit Fossil Site

Labyrinth

Fahr-Werk Kartbahn

Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research

Komm zur Mitte

Park Rosenhoehe

Botanical Gardens

Neue Buehne

Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt

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