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Our top choices for Ruhr Museum hotels

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1. hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen

hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen
0.6 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Never stayed here before - very chic and modern - big rooms, lots of nooks and sitting areas and nice bar & breakfast service. "
Canada
DAVID
The price is RM729
RM819 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

2. Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

Petul Apart Hotel Residenz
1.7 km from Ruhr Museum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (50 reviews)
"Bett und Zimmer an sich super, Bad jedoch eine Katastrophe und bedarf dringend einer Sanierung. In 2025 ist ein Duschvorhang nicht mehr zeitgemäß. Allerdings alles sauber und sehr freundliches Personal machen den Zustand wieder gut"
Germany
Jan
The price is RM280
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Petul Apart Hotel Residenz
Interior

3. Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh

Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Ruhr Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"Als ich das Zimmer betrat, war es furchtbar. Die ganze Nacht war Wasser aus der Toilette getropft, es war ohrenbetäubend laut, ich konnte nicht schlafen. An der Rezeption war niemand, an dem ich das Problem melden konnte. Erst am Morgen kam jemand, um es zu reparieren. Die gesamte Rezeption stand unter Wasser. Ich musste das Hotel verlassen und in ein anderes umziehen."
Germany
Serdo
The price is RM394
RM443 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh
Buffet breakfast for a fee on weekends

4. Petul Hotel An der Zeche

Petul Hotel An der Zeche
1.4 km from Ruhr Museum
7.4 out of 10, Good, (130 reviews)
"Good breakfast"
Germany
Philipp
The price is RM280
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Petul Hotel An der Zeche
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

5. Petul Apart Hotel City

Petul Apart Hotel City
2.8 km from Ruhr Museum
7.4 out of 10, Good, (55 reviews)
"El hotel muy bien, la única cosa que no nos gusto fue que no hay recepción, si no dominas bien el idioma es un poco complicado acceder a las llaves."
Spain
Emma
The price is RM314
RM352 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Petul Apart Hotel City
Restaurant

6. NH Essen

NH Essen
4.0 star property
Stadtkern, 3.8 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (471 reviews)
"Brilliant stay at NH Essen, ideal location, great amenities & very comfortable. "
United Kingdom
Nisha
The price is RM285
RM320 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
NH Essen
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

7. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen
3.5 star property
Westviertel, 4.8 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (633 reviews)
"Nice breakfast "
United States
Oleg
The price is RM206
RM231 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen
Reception

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City
Stadtkern, 4.1 km from Ruhr Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (324 reviews)
"Great location for shopping, eating out and transport. Very friendly and helpful staff. The room was clean and spacious."
United Kingdom
MUHAMMAD
The price is RM420
RM472 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City
Restaurant

9. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
Stadtkern, 4.3 km from Ruhr Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"great place for holidays "
United Kingdom
Zainab Elebaye
The price is RM245
RM276 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

10. Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG
3.5 star property
11.3 km from Ruhr Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (742 reviews)
"Great"
Hong Kong SAR China
Pui Ying
The price is RM305
RM326 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG
Food and drink

11. Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
4.0 star property
Stadtkern, 4.3 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (484 reviews)
"Great staff, spacious rooms and excellent location "
United Kingdom
Kim
The price is RM265
RM298 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
Property amenity

12. Moxy Essen City

Moxy Essen City
Stadtkern, 4.2 km from Ruhr Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (332 reviews)
"Perfect hotel, location right by the central station, clean and stylish, bed is comfy. What more could one ask for!"
United Kingdom
Rahim
The price is RM285
RM320 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Moxy Essen City
Breakfast served

13. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Premier Inn Essen City Centre
Stadtkern, 4.3 km from Ruhr Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (215 reviews)
"Good location "
United Kingdom
David
The price is RM250
RM280 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Premier Inn Essen City Centre
Buffet

14. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Ramada by Wyndham Essen
4.0 star property
Stadtkern, 3.5 km from Ruhr Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (828 reviews)
"Nice location, clean rooms. Very good breakfast and nice bar."
United States
Raul
The price is RM246
RM277 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Ramada by Wyndham Essen
Miscellaneous

15. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen
4.0 star property
Suedviertel, 5.4 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (758 reviews)
"Friendly staff,room was perfect and the breakfast was tasty and plenty of choice"
United Kingdom
Dean
The price is RM253
RM284 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen
Bar (on property)

16. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bochum

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bochum
3.5 star property
10.7 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (352 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United Kingdom
Nadine
The price is RM258
RM276 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bochum
Lobby

17. Flowers Hotel Essen

Flowers Hotel Essen
Westviertel, 4.6 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (431 reviews)
"Really comfortable and affordable hotel. Enjoyed our stay."
United Kingdom
Georgia
The price is RM275
RM309 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Flowers Hotel Essen
Restaurant

18. Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG
Holsterhausen, 5.2 km from Ruhr Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (399 reviews)
"Clean and quiet room."
United Kingdom
Peony
The price is RM223
RM251 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG
Lobby sitting area

19. Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz
4.6 km from Ruhr Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Helpful staff, good breakfast, clean and well-kept hotel. Perfect location just off the train station."
United States
Lori A
The price is RM445
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz
Bar (on property)

20. Holiday Inn Express Bochum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Bochum by IHG
3.5 star property
11.8 km from Ruhr Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (322 reviews)
"New hotel in a new environment with good breakfast, clean rooms, easily accessible by walk and car via car parking downstairs. "
United Kingdom
Ali
The price is RM324
RM394 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Bochum by IHG
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Top Ruhr Museum Hotel Reviews

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean room, and helpful staff."
Anna 5-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Hotels near other Ruhr Museum attractions

An industrial area with a canal reflecting structures and greenery.

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

9.0/10 (217 reviews)
Explore a complex described as the most beautiful coal mine in the world to find captivating museums and learn about Essen’s fascinating industrial heritage.
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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 18 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Ruhr Museum?
Hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Ruhr Museum. Another good choice is Petul Hotel An der Zeche, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Ruhr Museum?
Expedia has 18 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 hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Ruhr Museum.
What can I see and do near Ruhr Museum?
Study the collections at Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site, Red Dot Design Museum or Folkwang Museum. Sights like Essen Cathedral and Old Synagogue highlight some of the local culture. You can catch a show at Philharmonie Essen, Grugahalle and GOP Variety Theatre Essen.
How can I get to Ruhr Museum?
If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Essen Zollverein North Station. There may not be many public transport options close to Ruhr Museum so consider a car rental to maximise your time.