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Our top choices for Ruhr Museum hotels

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Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

Petul Apart Hotel Residenz
Stoppenberg, 1.7 km from Ruhr Museum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (47)
"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 AU$127
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Petul Apart Hotel Residenz
Reception
Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

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, (281)
"Great service and very clean. "
United States
Shararah
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City
Restaurant
NH Essen

NH Essen

NH Essen
4.0 star property
Stadtkern, 3.8 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (446)
"Nice room, clean and quiet hotel, convenient location for public transportation, and walkable to many dining options. "
United States
Nicholas
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
NH Essen
Restaurant
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

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, (1000)
"Excelente hotel"
Mexico
Ramon
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
Property amenity
Moxy Essen City

Moxy Essen City

Moxy Essen City
Stadtkern, 4.2 km from Ruhr Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (296)
"Right at the central station, good location!"
United Kingdom
Eric Jimmy
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Moxy Essen City
Lobby
Flowers Hotel Essen

Flowers Hotel Essen

Flowers Hotel Essen
Westviertel, 4.6 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (418)
"Really comfortable and affordable hotel. Enjoyed our stay."
United Kingdom
Georgia
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Flowers Hotel Essen
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 18 per person)
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

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, (608)
"Great location "
United States
Linda
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Ramada by Wyndham Essen
4.0 star property
Stadtkern, 3.5 km from Ruhr Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (789)
"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 "
United Kingdom
CLAIRE
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Essen
Bar (on property)
Motel One Essen

Motel One Essen

Motel One Essen
Stadtkern, 4.2 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (346)
"Nice hotel, value for the price. Several dining options in less than one mile."
United States
Francisco
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Motel One Essen
Interior
ibis Styles Gelsenkirchen

ibis Styles Gelsenkirchen

ibis Styles Gelsenkirchen
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Ruhr Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (295)
"Good hotel with friendly service. The parking garage under de building was a huge plus (12 eur). "
Netherlands
Geert
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
ibis Styles Gelsenkirchen
Restaurant
Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

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, (373)
"Great hotel, provided everything we need at a reasonable cost"
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG
Lobby
Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Premier Inn Essen City Centre
Stadtkern, 4.3 km from Ruhr Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (125)
"Clean room and nice breakfast "
United Kingdom
Chawki
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Essen City Centre
Property entrance
TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen
Huttrop, 4.3 km from Ruhr Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (162)
"The hotel is clean and all the things you'd expect. The reception staff were brilliant - really, several cuts above what you'd expect in the average hotel. We had several good and helpful conversations in both English and German "
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen
Exterior
Sheraton Essen Hotel

Sheraton Essen Hotel

Sheraton Essen Hotel
Suedviertel, 5.2 km from Ruhr Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (313)
"Excellent staff, very helpful "
United States
Mahyar
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Sheraton Essen Hotel
Miscellaneous
Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

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, (731)
"Great place to stay, enjoy the Goethestubbe the muséum and the Park."
Switzerland
Christian
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 14 per person)
Mintrops Concierge Hotel

Mintrops Concierge Hotel

Mintrops Concierge Hotel
4.0 star property
Ruettenscheid, 7.1 km from Ruhr Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (72)
"comfortable place"
Germany
Iris
Mintrops Concierge Hotel
Lobby sitting area
Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

Hotel Am Brinkerplatz
Steele, 4.6 km from Ruhr Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (33)
"Great hotel, very convenient for the S-bahn, and close to a small centre with restaurants and cafes."
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hotel Am Brinkerplatz
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
McDreams Hotel Essen-City

McDreams Hotel Essen-City

McDreams Hotel Essen-City
Westviertel, 5 km from Ruhr Museum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (564)
"lots of stuff nice easy hotel to stay in"
United Kingdom
Joshua
McDreams Hotel Essen-City
Spa
B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf
Ostviertel, 4.1 km from Ruhr Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (259)
"Clean room and excellent service."
United Kingdom
Nnamdi
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf
Exterior
FOUR Essen City Centre

FOUR Essen City Centre

FOUR Essen City Centre
Westviertel, 4.3 km from Ruhr Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (534)
"Perfect location and excellent staff "
United Kingdom
Brian
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
FOUR Essen City Centre
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Top Ruhr Museum Hotel Reviews

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The room was quite spacious and clean. The staff was very kind and I had a great rest as the bed was really, really comfy "
Veronika 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Hotels near other Ruhr Museum attractions

The Zollverein XII Coal Mine Industrial Complex is an important example of a European primary industry of great economic significance in the 19th and 20th centuries. It consists of the complete installations of a historical coal-mining site: the pits, coking plants, railway lines, pit heaps, miner’s housing and consumer and welfare facilities. The mine is especially noteworthy of the high architectural quality of its buildings of the Modern Movement.
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Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

4.5/5 (84 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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Red Dot Design Museum

Red Dot Design Museum

4.5/5 (6 reviews)
First-rate contemporary design is the theme that unites the exhibits on display at this museum, which is housed within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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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 17 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 17 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, Folkwang Museum or Red Dot Design 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.