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

A modern office space with a large meeting table, several smaller tables, and a kitchen area.

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

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtkern, 0.2 km from Light Castle

JOYCE

P6,162

P6,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

A modern kitchen with a large island, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a view.

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

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

2. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

Ruettenscheid, 3 km from Light Castle

paul

P6,202

P6,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

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

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

3. NH Essen

Stadtkern, 0.3 km from Light Castle

Nice

P4,656

P5,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

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

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

4. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Westviertel, 0.8 km from Light Castle

Adekunle

P3,913

P4,396 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 lounge area with multiple seating options including a yellow armchair, a blue armchair, and a pink chair. There are several bookshelves filled with books and decorative items.

5. Motel One Essen

Stadtkern, 0.2 km from Light Castle

Wayne

P4,722

P5,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

A modern interior with a large window, a brick wall, and a hanging orange light fixture.

6. Flowers Hotel Essen

Westviertel, 0.8 km from Light Castle

Georgia

P4,188

P4,705 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 modern restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a patterned wall.

A conference room with a round table, chairs, a whiteboard, and a floral centerpiece.

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

7. Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Stadtkern, 0.2 km from Light Castle

STEPHEN

P4,523

P5,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A two-story building with a pond in front, illuminated windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A patio with a red umbrella, wooden furniture, and a small garden area with a pond.

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

A garden with a pond, a bench, and a bicycle.

8. Hotel An der Gruga

Ruettenscheid, 3 km from Light Castle

Richard

P4,703

P5,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern building with a glass entrance, a staircase, and a potted plant in the foreground.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a vertical wooden panel with integrated lighting.

A modern lounge area with a ceiling light, a wall-mounted green plant, and red seating.

A modern building with glass walls and wooden paneling, featuring outdoor seating and a central pathway.

9. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

Huttrop, 2 km from Light Castle

Brian

P8,140

P9,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, a bedside table, a wall clock, and a carpeted hallway.

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

A modern interior with a long table, chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

10. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Stadtkern, 0.3 km from Light Castle

Romina

P4,190

P4,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A buffet with various food items and drinks.

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

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

A large, classical building with symmetrical architecture, a central dome, and a formal garden with a well-maintained lawn.

11. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Stadtkern, 0.3 km from Light Castle

Zainab Elebaye

P4,323

P4,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 reception desk with a sign above it, a computer, and a vase with yellow flowers.

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

12. Art Hotel Körschen

Stadtkern, 0.5 km from Light Castle

Jasmin

P4,564

P5,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and overhead lighting.

A modern interior with leather seating, a bar area, and decorative lighting.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a large plant wall, and pendant lighting.

The exterior of the Atlantic Congress Hotel with a modern glass facade, large potted plants, and a well-lit entrance.

13. Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen, WorldHotels Elite

Ruettenscheid, 2.8 km from Light Castle

Steve

P7,914

P8,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A bakery display with various baked goods and a refrigerated section.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and various amenities including a shop, lift, water, self-check-in, and photo booth.

A modern multi-story building with large windows and a flat facade.

A hallway with a geometric patterned carpet, a large lion mural, and a number '316' on the wall.

14. Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

Holsterhausen, 1.1 km from Light Castle

Marcos

P3,990

P4,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and a bar.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and red chairs, large windows, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, seating area, and a TV.

15. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

Huttrop, 1.9 km from Light Castle

Simon

P4,795

P5,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bed with white and gray pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp and a stack of logs.

A living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, a framed painting of a bull, and a black speaker.

A modern living room with a white coffee table, black leather sofas, and a red patterned wallpaper.

16. Hotel Stay

Stadtkern, 0.5 km from Light Castle

P5,986

P7,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A building entrance with a set of stone steps leading up to a glass door.

A modern dining area with a large wooden table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

A bar area with shelves of bottles and glasses, wooden bar counter, and stools.

17. Trip Inn Living & Suites

Suedviertel, 1.1 km from Light Castle

Anonymous traveler

P4,559

P5,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A Sheraton hotel with a modern glass facade, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped courtyard.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, two armchairs, a round table, and large windows with a view of trees.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a coffee table, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A potted plant, a glass of white wine, and a person’s hand on a wooden table.

18. Sheraton Essen Hotel

Suedviertel, 1.1 km from Light Castle

Muhammad

P5,587

P6,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a city view through the window.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a digital clock.

A home gym with exercise equipment, a TV, and a mirror.

19. JustStay Essen Hotel & Apartments

Ruettenscheid, 2.4 km from Light Castle

anamaria

P4,654

P4,980 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a visible reception desk.

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

20. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Westviertel, 1 km from Light Castle

Liliaan

P4,124

P4,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Top Light Castle 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"

Flowers Hotel Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location. Staff were lovely. We did have an issue a few times with our card key not working which was a bit annoying. Especially when the front desk was not staffed for 15-20 minutes when we got back to the hotel. However we were offered breakfast as compensation which was a nice..The rooms are huge! And we loved the balcony. Great value overall despite minor glitches. Would definitely book again. Oh and fantastic roof top bar!!!"

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 Ambassador Essen

8/10 Good

"Staff was cheerful and helpful. "

Other attractions near Light Castle

Grillo-Theater

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Grillo-Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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Dom

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Essen when you take a trip to Dom. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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Essen Cathedral

8.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Essen Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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Philharmonie Essen

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Philharmonie Essen, a theater with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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Stratmanns Theater Europahaus

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

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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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International Christmas Market Essen

You can search for that perfect souvenir at International Christmas Market Essen during your visit to Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Light Castle?

Light Castle 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 86 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Light Castle?

Adjacent to Light Castle, Premier Inn Essen City Centre is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options close by include Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western and B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf.

How many hotels are there close to Light Castle?

Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Light Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Light Castle, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Light Castle.

What can I see and do near Light Castle?

Folkwang Museum, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site, and Red Dot Design Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Villa Hugel, Essen Cathedral, and Old Synagogue to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Philharmonie Essen, GOP Variety Theatre Essen, and Grugahalle if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Light Castle?

With so many transportation options, exploring the area around Light Castle is simple. Take advantage of metro transit at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn, Berliner Platz U-Bahn, and Bismarckplatz U-Bahn. If you're taking a train into town, Essen Central Station and Essen Central Station (ESZ) are the closest stops to Stadtbezirke I.

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Our top choices for Light Castle hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

2. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

3. NH Essen

4. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

5. Motel One Essen

6. Flowers Hotel Essen

7. Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

8. Hotel An der Gruga

9. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

10. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

11. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

12. Art Hotel Körschen

13. Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen, WorldHotels Elite

14. Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

15. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

16. Hotel Stay

17. Trip Inn Living & Suites

18. Sheraton Essen Hotel

19. JustStay Essen Hotel & Apartments

20. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Top Light Castle Hotel Reviews

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

Flowers Hotel Essen

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 Ambassador Essen

Other attractions near Light Castle

Grillo-Theater

Dom

Essen Cathedral

Philharmonie Essen

Stratmanns Theater Europahaus

Old Synagogue

International Christmas Market Essen

Rathaus Galerie Essen

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