Top 10 Hotels Near Red Dot Design Museum in Essen for 2026

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A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white bathtub, and a wooden bench.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table with a pizza and a bottle, two chairs, and a view of the outside through a window.

A cozy lounge area with leather sofas, a coffee table with books and a candle, and a bookshelf with framed pictures.

A restaurant with wooden flooring, round tables, and cushioned chairs.

1. hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen

0.5 km from Red Dot Design Museum

DAVID

P9,800

P11,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and a visible entrance.

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

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

2. Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

1.8 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Pereira

P4,541

P5,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

3. Petul Apart Hotel City

2.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Emma

P4,442

P4,975 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.

4. Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh

2.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Hannes

P6,788

P7,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a sofa, and a dining area.

A bathroom with a toilet, a sink, a bathtub, and a shelf with folded towels.

5. Aparts House Essen

1.1 km from Red Dot Design Museum

P5,880

P6,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

6. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Westviertel, 4.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Adekunle

P3,960

P4,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern room with a mounted flat-screen TV, a white shelf with a red phone, a kettle, and two white mugs.

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

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

7. Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

11.3 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Ashlee

P4,943

P5,289 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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.

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

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtkern, 4.2 km from Red Dot Design Museum

JOYCE

P6,600

P7,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

An outdoor patio area with seating and a small garden.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a chess table, and a bookshelf.

A house with a large glass window and a stone archway.

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

9. Mintrops Land Hotel Burgaltendorf

9.6 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Rudolf

P6,220

P6,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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.

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

10. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

Ruettenscheid, 7.2 km from Red Dot Design Museum

paul

P6,154

P6,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and curtains.

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.

11. DORMERO Hotel Essen

Ruettenscheid, 7.6 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Jui

P4,207

P4,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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

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

A modern interior with seating, bookshelves, and a bar area.

12. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Stadtkern, 4.4 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Romina

P4,158

P4,671 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern building with a reflective pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

Two people dining at a table with breakfast items, a painting of a gas station on the wall, and a sign reading "ACCOR".

A reception desk with a digital screen, a green wall, and a large window with a view of a building.

13. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

Suedviertel, 5.5 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Dean

P3,926

P4,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern interior with a blue sofa, a white table, and a herringbone wood floor.

An elevator with a sign that reads "WHAT GOES UP" and a digital display showing "0".

A modern hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a large window with curtains.

A modern building with a curved facade and a 'STAYERY' sign.

14. STAYERY Bochum Ehrenfeld

11.6 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Dennis

P4,395

P4,703 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 tables, chairs, a chandelier, and windows with curtains.

A home gym with a ceiling fan, a treadmill, an elliptical, a weight machine, and a wall-mounted TV.

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

15. Hotel Essener Hof, BW Signature Collection® by Best Western

Stadtkern, 4.4 km from Red Dot Design Museum

STEPHEN

P4,083

P4,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

16. NH Essen

Stadtkern, 3.9 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Nice

P4,422

P4,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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.

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables, featuring a large TV screen in the background.

17. Moxy Essen City

Stadtkern, 4.3 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Regina

P4,026

P4,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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.

18. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Stadtkern, 3.6 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Kaming

P3,927

P4,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

19. Motel One Essen

Stadtkern, 4.3 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Wayne

P4,711

P5,292 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 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.

20. Flowers Hotel Essen

Westviertel, 4.7 km from Red Dot Design Museum

Georgia

P3,872

P4,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Top Red Dot Design Museum Hotel Reviews

PLAZA Hotel Gelsenkirchen

10/10 Excellent

"JUst lovely in every way, except no bar or restaurant on a Sunday"

Ramada by Wyndham Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Near city center, with parking garage"

Moxy Essen City

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this hotel. Very, very clean and quiet. Great breakfast. Very close to the train station."

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!"

Other attractions near Red Dot Design Museum

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.

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 Philharmonie Essen, Aalto-Musiktheater, 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. hotel friends Zeche Zollverein - Essen

2. Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

3. Petul Apart Hotel City

4. Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh

5. Aparts House Essen

6. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

7. Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

9. Mintrops Land Hotel Burgaltendorf

10. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

11. DORMERO Hotel Essen

12. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

13. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

14. STAYERY Bochum Ehrenfeld

15. Hotel Essener Hof, BW Signature Collection® by Best Western

16. NH Essen

17. Moxy Essen City

18. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

19. Motel One Essen

20. Flowers Hotel Essen

Top Red Dot Design Museum Hotel Reviews

PLAZA Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Moxy Essen City

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

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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