The Best Hotels Closest to Red Dot Design Museum in Essen for 2026

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A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

A staircase with black railings and a window at the top.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and storage shelves.

A modern building with a flat roof covered in a variety of colorful plants.

1. Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

1.8 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Pereira

₩99,768

₩112,090 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

2. Petul Apart Hotel City

2.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Emma

₩104,015

₩116,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern interior with a seating area featuring two brown armchairs and a tall decorative plant near a large window.

3. Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh

2.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Hannes

₩121,980

₩137,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small armchair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A tall hotel building with a prominent 'Premier Inn' sign, multiple floors, and a parking area in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a shower area.

A breakfast plate with eggs, sausages, beans, and toast, a glass of orange juice, and a cup of coffee on a wooden table.

4. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Stadtkern, 4.4 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Romina

₩89,894

₩100,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a red chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a coffee station, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern building with a glass facade, a small kiosk, and a paved area with bollards.

A modern office space with a round table, chairs, and a TV on a desk.

5. Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

11.3 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Ashlee

₩110,253

₩117,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, minibar, and a television.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, shelves with plants, and a large wall with gear designs.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a prominent tower, and a view of the sea.

6. NH Essen

Stadtkern, 3.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Nice

₩103,040

₩115,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A buffet area with a variety of food items, a glass display case, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern lounge area with blue armchairs, a bar with yellow stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern office building with a sign reading "Four Points Flex."

A bar area with yellow barstools, blue armchairs, and a variety of liquor bottles.

7. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Westviertel, 4.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Adekunle

₩86,333

₩96,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern reception area with a wooden desk, large potted plants, and a mosaic wall.

A modern hotel with a neon sign, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, a TV, a kitchen area, and a bathroom with a mirror.

A modern lounge area with seating, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of buildings.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtkern, 4.2 km from Red Dot Design Museum

JOYCE

₩136,381

₩153,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A buffet with various food items and drinks.

A hotel lobby with two blue armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a bartender, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a mirror on the wall.

9. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Stadtkern, 4.4 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Zainab Elebaye

₩94,244

₩105,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern lounge area with a seating arrangement, a vending machine, and a wall-mounted plant display.

A modern interior with a seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen displaying a sports game.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a large window.

10. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Stadtkern, 3.6 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Kaming

₩86,269

₩96,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern interior with a large wall mural, a round table with chairs, and a decorative metal partition.

A modern building with a grid of windows, a flat roof, and a parking lot with cars.

A modern living room with a large TV, wooden shelves, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchair, and a wooden bookshelf.

11. Motel One Essen

Stadtkern, 4.3 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Wayne

₩107,449

₩120,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a yellow armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bed with a headboard.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a chandelier.

A multi-story building with a central courtyard, featuring a mix of architectural styles with arched windows and a tower-like structure.

12. Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Stadtkern, 4.4 km from Red Dot Design Museum

STEPHEN

₩98,593

₩110,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bar area with high stools, a long communal table, and a bar counter with bottles.

A modern room with large windows, leather chairs, a small table, and a unique wall light fixture.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, and hanging light fixtures.

A building with a neon sign reading "moosy" and large glass doors leading to an interior with visible furniture and a bench outside.

13. Moxy Essen City

Stadtkern, 4.3 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Rahim

₩94,258

₩105,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A hotel with a modern design, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A bar area with a mirror, various liquor bottles, and glasses.

14. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Westviertel, 4.5 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Liliaan

₩91,264

₩102,535 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a contemporary art piece on the wall.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a waiter attending to guests, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel reception area with a counter, a clock, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

15. Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

4.7 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Lori A

₩198,720

₩223,263 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern interior with a wooden desk, a potted plant, a black lantern, and a wall clock.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern restaurant with a long communal dining table, individual tables, and a bar area.

A kitchenette with a metal samovar, stacked plates, and a display of tea boxes.

16. ibis Styles Gelsenkirchen

4.6 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Janne

₩86,333

₩92,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel lobby with a buffet area featuring various food items and a large screen displaying a hotel interior.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and red chairs.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the balcony, and a painting on the wall.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple windows, and a visible entrance.

17. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

Ruettenscheid, 7.2 km from Red Dot Design Museum

paul

₩137,262

₩154,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A buffet with various food items, including cereals, nuts, and fruits. There are also bowls and plates for serving.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel sign with the name "HOTEL KÖRSCHEIN" in front of a building with multiple windows and a white facade.

A room with a large abstract painting on the wall, a vase with flowers on a table, and a newspaper.

18. Art Hotel Körschen

Stadtkern, 4.7 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Jasmin

₩99,497

₩117,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A double bed with white linens, two bedside tables with fans, a wooden wardrobe, and a red curtain.

A living room with two brown leather sofas, a coffee table with decorative flowers, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a large mirror.

19. DORMERO Hotel Essen

Ruettenscheid, 7.6 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Jui

₩94,280

₩105,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern office space with a large wooden table, white chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern lobby with a checkered floor, exposed brick walls, and a large potted plant.

A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a counter with bottles and glasses.

A modern multi-story building with a central courtyard, featuring balconies with green plants and a pathway leading to the entrance.

20. Flowers Hotel Essen

Westviertel, 4.7 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Georgia

₩91,005

₩102,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Top Red Dot Design Museum Hotel Reviews

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

8/10 Good

"- solid stay - great dining area with lots of natural lighting - delicious breakfast with high quality options - fantastic hot beverage station"

Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

8/10 Good

"All information we needed to check in available in good time, centrally located so easy to get to, a bit loud at times due to location and an event happening during our stay, but earplugs are provided as a bonus. Really quick to respond when we had a faulty appliance"

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Right overlooking essen hbf so super convenient. Friendly staff with easy check in. Nice and quiet which surprised me considering how close to train station. Well maintained room and property. One of the best premier inns stayed in."

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent budget hotel close to Essen central station"

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

8/10 Good

"Was an ok stay. Will recommend"

FOUR Essen City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Four Essen City Centre was great! Check in was quick and easy. The front desk was very helpful and available for any requests. We will definitely stay here again!"

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

8/10 Good

"Excellent location right opposite the main train station. Helpful, friendly staff even by German standards. Basic room but more than adequate"

hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing stay, great room (though ’window’ into the bathroom should have an option to cover it), very clean, helpful staff. Highly recommended."

Good Morning Gelsenkirchen City

8/10 Good

"The hotel is old but reasonably well maintained. Its location is close to the train station and there are plenty of shops and restaurants nearby. The wifi was sufficient. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean."

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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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A large industrial building with a prominent red tower structure.

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

9.0/10 (217 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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Collegiate Church

10.0/10 (1 review)

Collegiate Church is just one of the places to see in Essen, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the theater scene while you're in the area.

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Zeche Carl

10.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Zeche Carl during your stay in Essen. Take in the theater scene while you're in the area.

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GOP Variety Theatre Essen

Get tickets for a show at GOP Variety Theatre Essen, a theater with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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Nordsternpark

Explore the great outdoors at Nordsternpark, a lovely green space in Gelsenkirchen. Experience the area's theater scene or attend a football game.

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Rathaus Galerie Essen

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Rathaus Galerie Essen during your trip to Essen.

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Old Synagogue

4.0/10 (1 review)

Old Synagogue is just one of the places to see in Essen, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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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 travelers like for its theater scene and opera houses. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 20 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place 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 traveler 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 will I find near Red Dot Design Museum?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodations 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, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Red Dot Design Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Red Dot Design Museum?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Red Dot Design Museum, head over to our customer service page.

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 GOP Variety Theatre Essen, Philharmonie Essen, 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 transit stops close to Red Dot Design Museum so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Red Dot Design Museum hotels

1. Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

2. Petul Apart Hotel City

3. Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh

4. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

5. Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

6. NH Essen

7. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

9. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

10. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

11. Motel One Essen

12. Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

13. Moxy Essen City

14. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

15. Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

16. ibis Styles Gelsenkirchen

17. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

18. Art Hotel Körschen

19. DORMERO Hotel Essen

20. Flowers Hotel Essen

Top Red Dot Design Museum Hotel Reviews

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

FOUR Essen City Centre

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen

Good Morning Gelsenkirchen City

Other attractions near Red Dot Design Museum

Ruhr Museum

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

Collegiate Church

Zeche Carl

GOP Variety Theatre Essen

Nordsternpark

Rathaus Galerie Essen

Old Synagogue

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