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Our top choices for Messel Pit Fossil Site hotels

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Hotel Jagdschloss Kranichstein

Hotel Jagdschloss Kranichstein

Hotel Jagdschloss Kranichstein
4.5 star property
4.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (246)
"Nice welcoming staff good breakfast Pleasant rooms "
United Kingdom
Richard
Hotel Jagdschloss Kranichstein
Bar (on property)
Dormero Hotel Darmstadt

Dormero Hotel Darmstadt

Dormero Hotel Darmstadt
7.6 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (298)
"Was a wonderful stay "
United States
Jason
The price is P3,845
P4,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Dormero Hotel Darmstadt
Italian cuisine
Hotel Bessunger Forst

Hotel Bessunger Forst

Hotel Bessunger Forst
5.6 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (83)
"Quiet, Nice and Comfortable- Outstanding Breakfast- Thank You!!"
United States
Chad
The price is P6,212
P6,647 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Bessunger Forst
Living area
Fairn Square Hotel

Fairn Square Hotel

Fairn Square Hotel
4.0 star property
6.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (37)
"Wonderful hotel..."
United Kingdom
Christian
Fairn Square Hotel
Exterior
Welcome Hotel Darmstadt City Center

Welcome Hotel Darmstadt City Center

Welcome Hotel Darmstadt City Center
4.0 star property
8.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (377)
"Great location. Quiet, clean and comfortable rooms."
United States
Michael
The price is P4,879
P5,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Welcome Hotel Darmstadt City Center
Dinner served, German cuisine
Hotel Sterkel

Hotel Sterkel

Hotel Sterkel
6.8 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (50)
"The staff was super nuce and helpful and breakfast was delicious."
United States
Alexis
The price is P8,079
P8,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Hotel Sterkel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Darmstadt by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Darmstadt by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Darmstadt by IHG
3.5 star property
9.9 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (278)
"The room is clean. The staff is nice. The breakfast is good and many varieties."
United Kingdom
Malai
The price is P4,330
P4,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Darmstadt by IHG
Lobby
Maritim Hotel Darmstadt

Maritim Hotel Darmstadt

Maritim Hotel Darmstadt
9.8 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The entire hotel was super clean and the staff was fantastic 🙂"
United States
Billy
The price is P4,524
P4,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Maritim Hotel Darmstadt
2 restaurants, lunch served, international cuisine
IntercityHotel Darmstadt

IntercityHotel Darmstadt

IntercityHotel Darmstadt
9.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (665)
"The room was clean and comfortable. The location is perfect for train travel. The reception was kind and meticulous. It was wonderful! "
Canada
Scott
The price is P3,232
P3,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
IntercityHotel Darmstadt
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 15.00 per person)
Best Western Hotel Darmstadt Mitte

Best Western Hotel Darmstadt Mitte

Best Western Hotel Darmstadt Mitte
8.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (366)
"Everything was EXCELLENT "
United States
Fitzgerald
The price is P5,881
P6,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Best Western Hotel Darmstadt Mitte
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
H+ Hotel Darmstadt

H+ Hotel Darmstadt

H+ Hotel Darmstadt
9.6 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (443)
"Large rooms and excellent breakfast "
United States
Drew
The price is P4,657
P5,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
H+ Hotel Darmstadt
Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Hotel Jungstil

Hotel Jungstil

Hotel Jungstil
4.0 star property
7.8 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (34)
"Tolles unscheinbares Hotel mit Parkplätzen vor der Türe! Von Aussen unscheinbar, von Innen aber toll hergerichtet! Hotel mit Geschichte! Lecker und reichhaltiges Essen zu günstigen Preisen, reichhaltiges Frühstücken! Gerne wiedern👍👌"
Germany
Stephan
The price is P9,565
P11,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Hotel Jungstil
Lobby
Moxy Darmstadt

Moxy Darmstadt

Moxy Darmstadt
10.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (215)
"Basic and simple, everything clean and sorted, totally fine for shorter stays. "
United Kingdom
Esra
The price is P3,555
P3,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Moxy Darmstadt
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
B&B Hotel Darmstadt

B&B Hotel Darmstadt

B&B Hotel Darmstadt
10.1 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (112)
"Just an over night stay "
United States
Jeff
The price is P3,555
P3,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
B&B Hotel Darmstadt
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 17 per person)
Trip Inn Hotel Egelsbach Frankfurt (ehemals ACHAT Hotel Egelsbach Frankfurt)

Trip Inn Hotel Egelsbach Frankfurt (ehemals ACHAT Hotel Egelsbach Frankfurt)

Trip Inn Hotel Egelsbach Frankfurt (ehemals ACHAT Hotel Egelsbach Frankfurt)
3.0 star property
8.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (157)
"It was an OK hotel for the night"
United States
Ulrich
The price is P3,926
P4,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Trip Inn Hotel Egelsbach Frankfurt (ehemals ACHAT Hotel Egelsbach Frankfurt)
Dinner served, German cuisine
Hotel Zum Rosengarten

Hotel Zum Rosengarten

Hotel Zum Rosengarten
7.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (66)
"The hotel is clean and the staff is friendly and helpful "
United States
Peter
Hotel Zum Rosengarten
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 17.9 per person)
Premier Inn Darmstadt City Centre

Premier Inn Darmstadt City Centre

Premier Inn Darmstadt City Centre
10.5 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"Would be ok for an overnight visit. But not for 4 night stay very basic "
United Kingdom
Bryan
The price is P4,072
P4,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Premier Inn Darmstadt City Centre
Living area
Limehome Darmstadt

Limehome Darmstadt

Limehome Darmstadt
8.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (72)
"Our stay at the Limehome Hotel Apartments was excellent. The rooms were beautiful, large, clean, and very spacious. The property is perfectly located in the center of Darmstadt, right in the market area, and surrounded by a wide variety of restaurants offering Turkish, Italian, Indian, Middle Eastern, and Halal cuisine. We truly enjoyed our stay at this hotel and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Darmstadt."
United States
Frank
The price is P3,821
P4,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026
Limehome Darmstadt
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG
13.8 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great stay"
Canada
Gerard
The price is P3,427
P3,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG
Front of property
Hotel Odenwaldblick

Hotel Odenwaldblick

Hotel Odenwaldblick
7.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (29)
"Rustikal "
Germany
marius
The price is P6,851
P7,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Hotel Odenwaldblick
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Top Messel Pit Fossil Site Hotel Reviews

Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport

Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Mostly clean and works for a quick night before an early flight. "
Keith 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport

Hotels near other Messel Pit Fossil Site attractions

Darmstadt Artists Colony

3.4/5 (5 reviews)
See the fascinating buildings and quirky sculptures that make up this unique hub of German art, which blends living space and creativity.
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Fahr-Werk Kartbahn

You can take time to visit Fahr-Werk Kartbahn during your travels to Gross-Zimmern.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Messel Pit Fossil Site?
Messel Pit Fossil Site is located in a welcoming area of Messel known for its array of dining options and bar scene. You'll find 36 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Messel Pit Fossil Site?
Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a bar. You'll find it 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Messel Pit Fossil Site. Other good options around the area include Best Western Conference Airporthotel Frankfurt Mörfelden and IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport.
How many hotels will I find close to Messel Pit Fossil Site?
Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Messel Pit Fossil Site.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Messel Pit Fossil Site, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Messel Pit Fossil Site.
What can I see and do near Messel Pit Fossil Site?
Darmstadt Artists Colony, Mathildenhoehe, and Museum Künstlerkolonie feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Spend some time wandering around Grosse Woog, Park Rosenhoehe, and Botanical Gardens. Create some family memories at Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt and Jugendstilbad.