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Our top choices for Red Dot Design Museum hotels

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with white bedding, a fur throw, and a nightstand with a lamp.

1. hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen

hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen
0.5 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (80 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 AU$217
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen
A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

2. Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

Petul Apart Hotel Residenz
1.8 km from Red Dot Design Museum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (51 reviews)
"Chambre spacieuse, très agréable , vue sur la forêt. Le sol aurait besoin d'un nettoyage approfondie. Grosses tâches. Douche un peut mal installée , sinon le reste tres bien ."
France
Pereira
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Petul Apart Hotel Residenz
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a large window providing natural light.

3. Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh

Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum
7.4 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"Excellent for the price!"
Sweden
Hannes
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh
A modern reception area with a curved counter, red bar stools, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

4. Hotel An der Zeche Essen by Mayburgh

Hotel An der Zeche Essen by Mayburgh
1.5 km from Red Dot Design Museum
7.4 out of 10, Good, (132 reviews)
"Good breakfast"
Germany
Philipp
The price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel An der Zeche Essen by Mayburgh
Room

5. Petul Apart Hotel City

Petul Apart Hotel City
2.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum
7.4 out of 10, Good, (57 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 AU$100
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Petul Apart Hotel City
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a sofa, and a dining area.

6. Aparts House Essen

Aparts House Essen
1.1 km from Red Dot Design Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Aparts House Essen
A modern interior with a blue sofa, a white table, and a herringbone wood floor.

7. STAYERY Bochum Ehrenfeld

STAYERY Bochum Ehrenfeld
11.6 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Ik heb erg genoten van het verblijf, met name het feit dat de kamers een keuken hebben heeft mij positief verrast. De medewerkers zijn erg vriendelijk en ik kan zeggen dat dit misschien mijn beste verblijf ooit is geweest!"
Netherlands
Dennis
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
STAYERY Bochum Ehrenfeld
A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a red chair, and a window with curtains.

8. Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG
3.5 star property
11.3 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (774 reviews)
"It was nice and convenient."
United States
Ashlee
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG
A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a bedside table, and a small seating area.

9. Mintrops Land Hotel Burgaltendorf

Mintrops Land Hotel Burgaltendorf
4.0 star property
9.6 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (195 reviews)
"restaurant was excellent "
Canada
Rudolf
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Mintrops Land Hotel Burgaltendorf
A modern reception area with a wooden desk, large potted plants, and a mosaic wall.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City
Stadtkern, 4.2 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (345 reviews)
"Very beautiful hotel and room"
Turkey
Binnur
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City
A balcony with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a view of a bridge and water.

11. Heiner's Parkhotel

Heiner's Parkhotel
4.5 star property
4.7 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"Very clean, modern and very supportive staff. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Heiner's Parkhotel
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a contemporary art piece on the wall.

12. Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz
Steele, 4.7 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (39 reviews)
"Helpful staff, good breakfast, clean and well-kept hotel. Perfect location just off the train station."
United States
Lori A
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a large chandelier.

13. Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen
4.5 star property
8 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (102 reviews)
"Nice hotel, stone oven produces great pizza’s! Wellness."
Netherlands
Edwin
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen
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14. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Premier Inn Essen City Centre
Stadtkern, 4.4 km from Red Dot Design Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (272 reviews)
"It was perfect for my 2 nights stay."
United States
maayan
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Premier Inn Essen City Centre
A large, multi-story building with a prominent corner tower and a covered outdoor area with glass walls.

15. Hotel Das Lola

Hotel Das Lola
Ruettenscheid, 7.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"The breakfast was fantastic"
United States
Marion
The price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Das Lola
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

16. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen
3.5 star property
Westviertel, 4.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (652 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and comfortable. The breakfast needs a bit more variety though."
United Kingdom
Adekunle
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen
A reception desk with a B&B Hotels logo, a computer, and a snack bar with chips.

17. B&B Hotel Oberhausen am Centro

B&B Hotel Oberhausen am Centro
11 km from Red Dot Design Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (315 reviews)
"Helpful staff and good breakfast buffet. Walking distance from westfield mall and karls Erlebnis dorf"
Netherlands
René
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
B&B Hotel Oberhausen am Centro
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

18. Holiday Inn Express Bochum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Bochum by IHG
3.5 star property
11.8 km from Red Dot Design Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (349 reviews)
"Clean room Staff Breakfast Bar"
United Kingdom
Atanas
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Bochum by IHG
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and a glass table, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.

19. Garner Hotel Bochum by IHG

Garner Hotel Bochum by IHG
11.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"Great hotel Great location Lovely staff"
United Kingdom
Nicolas
The price is AU$90
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Garner Hotel Bochum by IHG
A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

20. JustStay Mülheim/Oberhausen Hotel & Apartments

JustStay Mülheim/Oberhausen Hotel & Apartments
11.3 km from Red Dot Design Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"Great place."
United States
Cody
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
JustStay Mülheim/Oberhausen Hotel & Apartments
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Top Red Dot Design Museum Hotel Reviews

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was great, room cleaning every day was a bonus & its in a great location."
Andrew 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Other attractions near Red Dot Design Museum

A modern building with a glass facade and a red-brick structure in the background.

Ruhr Museum

8.6/10 (39 reviews)
Discover the rich cultural and natural history of the Ruhr region when you peruse the exhibits in this repurposed building in the former Zollverein coal mine.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Red Dot Design Museum?
Red Dot Design 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 20 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Red Dot Design Museum?
Adjacent to Red Dot Design 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. Another good choice is Petul Hotel An der Zeche, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.
How many hotels are there near Red Dot Design Museum?
Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Red Dot Design Museum.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Red Dot Design Museum, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Red Dot Design Museum.
What can I see and do near Red Dot Design Museum?
Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site, Folkwang Museum and Ruhr Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Learn about local history at Essen Cathedral and Old Synagogue. You can catch a show at Philharmonie Essen, Aalto-Musiktheater and Grugahalle.
How can I get to Red Dot Design Museum?
If you're taking a train into town, Essen Zollverein North Station is the closest station to Stadtbezirke VI. There may not be many public transport options to choose from near Red Dot Design Museum so consider a car rental to maximise your time.