Cheap Hotels & Resorts in Gelsenkirchen from AU$91

Gelsenkirchen has cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as ZOOM Erlebniswelt, Nordsternpark and Veltins-Arena.

Based on reviews, Art Hotel Monopol is a popular 3-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free WiFi and free bottled water. Another top option for your budget-friendly stay is Good Morning Gelsenkirchen City.

Expedia has 6 hotels in Gelsenkirchen that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.

Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Gelsenkirchen, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn’t as good. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Gelsenkirchen is 874 mm.

Gelsenkirchen is known for its sporting events and offers things to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for sights and activities that cost very little. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site, or enjoy the outdoors at Nordsternpark and Grugapark Botanical Garden.

Looking at these ways to get around Gelsenkirchen is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is 21.4 mi (34.5 km) from the centre in Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS). If that doesn’t suit your budget, you can look into flights to Dortmund (DTM), which is 22.4 mi (36.1 km) away. You can take advantage of metro transport at Gelsenkirchen Rotthausen S-Bahn, VELTINS-Arena Station and Schloss Horst U-Bahn. If you’d like to explore more of the area, hop on a train from Gelsenkirchen (ZEJ-Gelsenkirchen Railway Station), Gelsenkirchen Central Station or Gelsenkirchen Zoo Station.