The Best Cheap Hotels in Essen

Budget-Friendly and Affordable Places to Stay in Essen

Does Essen have cheap hotel rooms? Yes, it does. Essen, Germany is an active destination filled with fun activities and sites. For travelers on a budget, finding an affordable place to stay is often a priority. So, if you're looking for where to stay in Essen on a budget, don't worry, as we have analyzed the best hotel deals in the area based on price, amenities, guest ratings, location, and nearby activities to find the best values. There are plenty of cheap stays available in the area that offer comfortable and relaxing accommodations at low prices, and many of these hotels have great features, too. From budget-friendly motels to hotels with a variety of amenities, there is something for everyone. So, how do you find cheap rooms in Essen? When searching for the best low-cost hotels, travelers should look for good options that offer a balance of price and comfort, with plenty of opportunities for relaxation. And that's exactly what you'll find with our suggestions below. Some of the best bargain and budget-friendly hotels in Essen also feature pools and other terrific amenities, providing guests with a great place to relax after a long day of exploring the area. Whether you're traveling solo or with a group, there are plenty of cheap places to stay available that will meet your needs and offer a price range that won't break the bank. With our researched guide below, you can find the best affordable hotels in Essen, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay at an unbeatable price. So, let's get to it: here's where to sleep cheap in Essen.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $91 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Terrific Cheap Hotel
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly

Located at Norbertstrasse 2a, Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen has great rooms from $91 (before taxes). It offers room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, a bar, and parking. It has a terrific 9.00 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 3 km from the city center, budget travelers will especially love child care, laundry services, a spa and wellness center, a spa, and car rentals at this affordable hotel. Unwinding at the restaurant after sightseeing is a nice way to end the day. The price of this hotel is less than average for budget hotels, which makes it a great value.

Budget Hotel Amenities
  • Parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Budget
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Air-conditioned
  • Family-Friendly


Hotel Haus Gimken

2-star Hotel with prices starting at $71 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Nice Budget Stay
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for budget hotels.

A great place to stay is Hotel Haus Gimken which has nice rooms starting at $71. Offering room service, a restaurant, a bar, outdoor tennis, and pet-friendly rooms, it also has a great guest rating of 8.00 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at Schlossstrasse 182. This relaxing hotel is also nice because it offers free parking, a pool table, kids meals, horse riding, and mini-golf which visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 6 km from the city center. The room service is especially nice after a long day. It's also less than the average price for budget hotels, so it's a great value.

Budget Hotel Amenities
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Budget
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Pets allowed
  • Air-conditioned
  • Playground


Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhohe

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $98 (before taxes) - See All Prices
One of the Best Deals in Essen
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for budget hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly

We found Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhohe to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $98. We loved that is has room service, a restaurant, a bar, rooms with kitchens, and rooms with kitchenettes, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.50 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at Steile Strasse 46. You'll also find laundry services, pet-friendly rooms, city views, cooking classes, and free parking which travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 3.4 km from the center of town. Having a kitchenette is a nice way for you to have some meals in the room, too. It's a great value, too, because it's less than the average price for budget hotels.

Budget Hotel Amenities
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Budget
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry service
  • Pets allowed
  • Family rooms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Refrigerator
  • Family-Friendly


Hotel-Restaurant Schmachtenbergshof

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $70 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Fantastic Bargain in Essen
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.

With terrific rooms from $70, Hotel-Restaurant Schmachtenbergshof, at Schmachtenbergstrasse 157 provides room service, a restaurant, a bar, hiking, and laundry services. Its terrific guest rating is 8.00 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Budget travelers will really like this budget-friendly hotel which also offers pet-friendly rooms, bowling, free parking, kids meals, and a playground. It's located just 9.9 km from the city center, too. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for budget hotels.

Budget Hotel Amenities
  • Free parking
  • Budget
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Pets allowed
  • Playground


Boutique-Hotel & Boardinghouse GEORGES

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $95 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Best Values in Essen
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for budget hotels.
  • Family-Friendly

Boutique-Hotel & Boardinghouse GEORGES has a great guest rating of 8.40 out of 10, and offers a kid-friendly buffet, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, laundry services, and city views. The great rooms here start at $95 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at Florastrasse 15b. Furthermore, it also offers a hot tub, free parking, laundry facilities, a multi-lingual staff, and a beauty salon, which is nice for visitors. Just 2.8 km from the city center, this low-cost hotel is a terrific choice. Don't forget that there's a kitchen in the room to cook your meals, too. We found the price of this hotel to be a great value because the price is less than average for budget hotels.

Budget Hotel Amenities
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Budget
More Great Amenities
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Air-conditioned
  • Microwave
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family-Friendly


Schlosshotel Hugenpoet

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $227 (before taxes) - See All Prices
One of the Best Inexpensive Hotels in Essen
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

The great guest rating of Schlosshotel Hugenpoet is 8.80 out of 10. This place has room service, a restaurant, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, and hiking. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $227, and it's located at August-Thyssen-Strasse 51. We also love the rooms with kitchens, child care, laundry services, golf, and pet-friendly rooms which are great for travelers. And since it's just 12 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too.

Budget Hotel Amenities
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Budget
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry service
  • Pets allowed
  • Game room
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family rooms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground


Also, take a look at the Budget hotels in nearby destinations: Cologne and Düsseldorf.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Essen, make sure you also see Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Essen, Best Luxury Hotels in Essen, Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Essen, Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Essen, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Essen, Best Hotels for One Week in Essen, Best Hotels for One Night in Essen, or Best Business Hotels in Essen.


Is it expensive to spend the night in Essen?

Essen Average Budget Hotel Price
$109

Visitors will find a large range of terrific budget hotel choices when planning a visit to Essen, Germany. The price of these budget hotels can vary according to location, type, and amenities. The average budget hotel price in Essen, Germany based on data from 6 hotels is an affordable $109. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Essen.

The average prices of our suggested budget hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $227
  • 4-star hotels: $95
  • 3-star hotels: $83
  • 2-star hotels: $71


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