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Oct 18 - Oct 19
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Oct 23 - Oct 25
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Our top choices for Essen cheap hotels

A modern office space with a large wooden table, white chairs, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern interior with a large window, a brick wall, and a hanging orange light fixture.
A modern multi-story building with a central courtyard, featuring balconies with green plants and a pathway leading to the entrance.
A modern lobby with a checkered floor, exposed brick walls, and a large potted plant.

1. Flowers Hotel Essen

Flowers Hotel Essen
Stadtbezirke I
United Kingdom
Georgia
P4,085
P4,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Flowers Hotel Essen
A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted mirror, and a small plant.
A white wardrobe with four doors in a corner of a room with beige walls and a black floor.
A building entrance with a sign for 'Pott Hostel' and a reception area.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a white coffee table, and a wooden side table with a white woven basket.

2. Pott Hostel

Pott Hostel
Stadtbezirke VII
United States
Darrell Mark
P4,093
P4,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Pott Hostel
A hotel with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and outdoor seating.
A long, narrow hotel corridor with red doors on both sides and patterned carpet.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple tables, chairs, and a carpeted floor.
A sign for 'Bon Marche Hotels' with an arrow pointing left, and the word 'BOCHUM' in large letters on the ground.

3. bon marché hôtel Bochum - Hostel

bon marché hôtel Bochum - Hostel
Bochum Mitte
Sweden
Simon
P3,307
P3,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
bon marché hôtel Bochum - Hostel
A modern bar area with wooden stools and a bar counter, featuring a variety of beverages and snacks.
A hotel reception area with a digital information board, a reception desk, and a bar area with stools.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a painting on the wall and a door in the background.
An outdoor seating area with a green sofa, wooden coffee table, and a lamp post.

4. DJH Jugendgästehaus Bermuda3Eck Bochum - Hostel

DJH Jugendgästehaus Bermuda3Eck Bochum - Hostel
Bochum Mitte
United Kingdom
Alexander
P7,108
P7,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
DJH Jugendgästehaus Bermuda3Eck Bochum - Hostel
A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a TV screen displaying a program.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a small kitchen area.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and window.

5. Duisburger Hostel

Duisburger Hostel
Meiderich-Beeck
Netherlands
Dirkje Elizabeth
P6,489
P6,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Duisburger Hostel
A modern building with large glass windows, outdoor seating with yellow chairs and white umbrellas, and logos on the walls.
A sauna with wooden benches and two wall-mounted lights.
A modern reception area with a curved counter, a reception desk, and a glass door leading to the outside.
An outdoor seating area with yellow and blue chairs and white umbrellas, in front of a modern building with large windows and a yellow wall.

6. Jugendherberge Duisburg Sportpark Hostel

Jugendherberge Duisburg Sportpark Hostel
Duisburg Mitte
United States
Farid
P12,500
P13,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Jugendherberge Duisburg Sportpark Hostel
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a wall-mounted TV.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall with multilingual "Good Night" text.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL ALBERGA" and a room number "22".
Two individuals standing at a reception desk with a display of name tags and a potted orchid.

7. Hotel Alberga

Hotel Alberga
Mettmann
Canada
Suzanne
P6,251
P6,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Hotel Alberga
A buffet area with various food options and condiments.
A group of people at a reception desk in a modern building with large windows and potted plants.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a bedside table, and a view of the bathroom.
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and a red building in the background.

8. a&o Dortmund Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

a&o Dortmund Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Dortmund City Centre
United States
Daniel Absalón
P3,533
P4,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
a&o Dortmund Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
A modern restaurant with a wooden table, red upholstered seating, and pendant lighting.
A reception desk with a wooden counter, a large window, and a wall-mounted screen.
A building with a blue facade and a sign reading "Jugendgästehaus Adolph Kolping".
A modern interior with a staircase, a large flat-screen TV, and a seating area with colorful stools.

9. DJH Jugendgästehaus Adolph Kolping

DJH Jugendgästehaus Adolph Kolping
Dortmund City Centre
United Kingdom
Robert
P6,628
P7,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
DJH Jugendgästehaus Adolph Kolping
A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a black leather sofa, a white cabinet, and a wall with city names.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in sink.
A white door with the number 1 on it, set in a brick wall.
A room with a wood floor, a gray fireplace, and a vacuum cleaner in the corner.

10. Hostel Nordkirchen

Hostel Nordkirchen
Nordkirchen
United Kingdom
Graeme
P4,972
P5,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Hostel Nordkirchen
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Top Essen Hotel Reviews

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

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"
Mary 4-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Frequently asked questions

What is Essen like for travelers on a budget?
Essen offers cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a great choice for a budget-friendly getaway. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Philharmonie Essen, Limbecker Platz, and International Christmas Market Essen.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Essen?
Based on reviews, Flowers Hotel Essen is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and air conditioning. Other good choices for your budget-friendly stay include Pott Hostel and LaOla Living - Hostel.
How many cheap hotels should I expect to find in Essen?
Expedia has 5 hotels in Essen that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Essen?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Essen, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual precipitation for Essen is 34 inches.
What is there to see and do in Essen?
Essen draws tourists with its major shopping area and theater scene, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with activities that cost little or nothing at all. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Villa Hugel, or get outdoors at Seaside Beach Baldeney.
How can I get to Essen and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Essen is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is 16.3 mi (26.2 km) from the center in Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Dortmund (DTM), which is 26.3 mi (42.3 km) away. You can access metro transit at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn, Berliner Platz U-Bahn, and Bismarckplatz U-Bahn. If you'd like to explore more of the area, ride aboard a train from Essen Central Station, Essen Central Station (ESZ), or Essen-Kray Süd Station.

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