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Your Essen Holiday

From its highlights to its hidden gems, this city is best explored with an Essen holiday package. Book a hotel in Duisburg Mitte, which is great for bars and pubs, history and nightlife. If taking in sights is part of the plan during your trip to Essen, stop by popular attractions like Westfield Centro, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Seaside Beach Baldeney. Don't put off visiting this city any longer. The ultimate Essen holiday is only a few clicks away with Expedia.

The Latest Essen Holiday Deals

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Fletcher Hotel - Restaurant Doorwerth - Arnhem

Fletcher Hotel - Restaurant Doorwerth - Arnhem

4 out of 5
Price was AU$790, price is now AU$739 per person
AU$739
per person
3 Oct - 7 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Venice (VCE) to Weeze (NRN)
8/10 Very Good! (638 reviews)
The place have good view and rooms are clean, the out door swimming pool is not working and the indoor is not for kids means no swimming pool for kids the windows are too bright with no window cover as we have two hrs late check out but the staff was asking for extra payment if we need to check late later when we saw them the email the accept it over all I will not recommend it and never come back to this place

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Klein Zwitserland

Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Klein Zwitserland

4 out of 5
Price was AU$879, price is now AU$816 per person
AU$816
per person
3 Oct - 7 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Venice (VCE) to Weeze (NRN)
8.2/10 Very Good! (165 reviews)
We could not have dinner in hotel restaurant even though it didn’t seem to be busy. Nice sauna available; complicated way to get extra pool - sauna towels. Good price quality

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Trans World Hotel Kranichhöhe

Trans World Hotel Kranichhöhe

4 out of 5
Price was AU$4,144, price is now AU$3,864 per person
AU$3,864
per person
4 Oct - 9 Oct
found 8 hours ago
Return flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Düsseldorf (DUS)
8.4/10 Very Good! (320 reviews)
The room was okay, it would be nice to have tea and coffee making facilities in the room. The spa area was also closed when I was there, even though I tried to visit during the opening times. In a bit of an out of the way location

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2024

Hotel Restaurant Heidersteg

Hotel Restaurant Heidersteg

4 out of 5
Price was AU$3,560, price is now AU$3,373 per person
AU$3,373
per person
4 Oct - 9 Oct
found 8 hours ago
Return flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Düsseldorf (DUS)
6.8/10 (14 reviews)
The property owner Frank was amazing!!!! Our room was all new and remodeled! It was even attached to an asian restaurant and was really good. Beautiful scenery.

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Wuppertal

Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Wuppertal

4 out of 5
Elberfeld-Mitte
Price was AU$4,529, price is now AU$4,304 per person
AU$4,304
per person
4 Oct - 9 Oct
found 8 hours ago
Return flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Düsseldorf (DUS)
9/10 Wonderful! (296 reviews)
Every thing is good just the parking you must pay extra money for the parking

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2024

Our guide on where to stay in Essen

Find the best Essen areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Essen
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Ruettenscheid

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Ruettenscheid is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Grugahalle and Grugapark Botanical Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Messe Ost-Gruga-Halle U-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn to get around.

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Essen Holiday

Essen Essential Information

Language
German
Currency
Euros
Local Welcome
Guten Tag
Local Goodbye
Tschüss
Closest Airport
Duesseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS)
Population
593,100
Max Temp Winter
4ºC
Max Temp Summer
24ºC
Top Sights
Duisburg Zoo, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen and Seaside Beach Baldeney

Our pick of the best Essen Hotel Deals

Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

4 out of 5
Steile Str. 46, Essen, NW
9/10 Wonderful! (157 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024

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Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe
Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Schuetzenbahn 58, Essen, NW
The price is AU$122 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$122
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (760 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel Great friendly hard working staff Lovely dinner and breakfast Very clean Huge rooms Great parking and electric charging Thank you - would stay again"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Essen
Hotel Ambassador Essen

Hotel Ambassador Essen

Viehofer Str. 22, Essen, NW
The price is AU$98 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$98
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
7.2/10 Good! (479 reviews)
"The property was centrally located, and the staff was helpful and friendly. Room was small but clean."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Essen

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

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.

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

Messe Essen

Learn about the events happening in Messe Essen during your trip to Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

Messe Essen

University of Duisburg-Essen

Walk around the campus at University of Duisburg-Essen during your visit to Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

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What to do in Essen

Essen: Segway Tour Along the Baldeneysee

Essen: Segway Tour Along the Baldeneysee

AU$141
per adult
Essen: Segway Tour Along the Baldeneysee
Düsseldorf: Guided Night Watchman Tour through Kaiserswerth

Düsseldorf: Guided Night Watchman Tour through Kaiserswerth

AU$38
per adult
Düsseldorf: Guided Night Watchman Tour through Kaiserswerth
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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Essen holiday package cost?
You'll find cheap prices from AU$739 on Expedia for your Essen getaway. However, a range of factors like the hotel choice, length of stay and season will influence how much your holiday to Essen costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Essen?
You're likely to find reduced prices and better availability in February, March and August. Take a look at our cheap Essen holiday packages and you could get some excellent off-season deals.
How many days is enough for Essen?
To get the most out of an Essen holiday, we suggest staying for 2 days. Divide your time between discovering Schloss Borbeck, Essen Cathedral and other leading sights, as well as experiencing neighbourhoods like Stadtbezirke I and Stadtkern. If you've got some time to spare, add a day trip to your Essen holiday itinerary.
Is it worth booking a holiday package to Essen?
Essen has everything you need for an awesome trip — family-friendly attractions, walking trails and views are just the start. Whether you'd like to visit sights such as Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Grugapark Botanical Garden, or take the road less traveled, you'll find plenty to experience on your Essen holiday.
How to find the best Essen package deals?
Begin your search for an Essen package deal by entering your preferred travel dates and destination under our "Packages" tab. Then apply a few filters, like "Guest rating" and "Property type," to fine-tune the results to your exact needs. You can also sort by "Package discount" and browse offers that come with irresistible savings. If you don't find the perfect Essen package deal straight away, simply change your dates and search again. Bear in mind that deals are only available for a limited time, so book early and get your Essen adventure off to a flying start.
Is it cheaper to book an Essen holiday as a package?
You can enjoy significant savings on your Essen getaway by booking a tailored holiday package. Check the "Package" heading, then select your travel dates and destination to view some great flight and hotel prices. Bundle everything into a neat package and you can save hundreds of dollars. Consider adding a rental car and you may land a better deal.
When to book a holiday package to Essen?
If you have your Essen holiday dates locked in, book as early as you can to score some incredible deals. With Expedia, you can generally reserve some flights up to a year in advance. Prefer spur-of-the-moment adventures? Our last-minute deals are perfect for impromptu escapes.
How to plan a trip to Essen?

  1. Choose the perfect time to travel: Your schedule, preferred season and the type of weather you like can all impact your decision on when to visit Essen.
  2. Plan your budget wisely: Besides the cost of your stay, you should consider other expenses. These include transportation, flights and food. Also, put aside a little extra for unexpected expenses that could crop up during your trip to Essen.
  3. Decide your trip length: Consider how much time you want to spend discovering Essen. Plan your days so you can get to all the experiences and attractions you're interested in without rushing.
  4. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in place, you can combine your flights, car rental, hotels and more into a tailored Essen holiday package.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.