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

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and a whiteboard.

A modern lounge area with round tables, colorful chairs, and a bar counter.

A buffet with various food items including fruits, cereals, and pastries.

1. Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG

13.8 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Erin

SAR 232

SAR 257 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a black backdrop and the name 'DORI MERO' in red letters. There are bar stools and a white counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window with red curtains.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'DORUMERO' sign on the side.

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

2. Dormero Hotel Darmstadt

7.6 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

ALI

SAR 180

SAR 196 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a desk.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A modern lobby with yellow sofas, purple and green chairs, a large potted plant, and a wooden floor.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, seating with yellow chairs, and a fireplace.

3. DIWOTEL by Trip Inn Frankfurt Airport Dreieich

13.9 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Richard

SAR 162

SAR 173 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window.

A wooden table with a white vase of purple tulips and a clear glass bowl.

A courtyard with a car parked in front of a building with multiple windows and a sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

4. Anor Hotel I Park Sleep & Fly I Frankfurt Airport

16.4 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Corina

SAR 276

SAR 307 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with multiple stools, a counter, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with glass doors, a reception desk, blue seating, and pendant lighting.

A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a bookshelf.

5. Premier Inn Darmstadt City Centre

10.5 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Claudia

SAR 236

SAR 257 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern restaurant with a glass ceiling, a bar area, and a seating area with a view of the parking lot.

A modern hotel room with a large round marble sink, a bed with red pillows, a small table with a plant, and a view of the city through the window.

A modern living room with a piano, sofas, a TV, and wooden beams on the ceiling.

A compact kitchenette with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee machine.

6. Hotel Monika

16.5 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Rae

SAR 418

SAR 448 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with stools, a counter with bottles, framed pictures on the walls, and a patterned floor.

A modern restaurant interior with tables and chairs, a bar area, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lounge area with sofas, round tables, and pendant lighting.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a sign reading 'Intercity Hotel.'

7. IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3

17.6 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Romina

SAR 252

SAR 286 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a central island with food items.

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a view of the street.

A modern H+Hotel building with a curved facade, multiple windows, and a prominent sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a flat-screen TV.

8. Heiner Hotel Darmstadt

9.6 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

JOHN

SAR 212

SAR 231 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a headboard with integrated lighting.

A modern living room with a sofa, two chairs, a coffee table, and a TV stand.

9. Trip Inn Hotel Frankfurt-Heusenstamm

17.1 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Sasa

SAR 205

SAR 219 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel courtyard with potted plants, outdoor seating, and a building entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, a covered entrance, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

10. Sunday Hotel Frankfurt Airport - Neu-Isenburg

15.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Bradford

SAR 251

SAR 269 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern interior with a long dining table, blue chairs, and pendant lighting.

A terrace with tables set for tea, a lighthouse in the background, and a chain-link fence.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a coffee table, and a television screen.

11. Holiday Inn Express Darmstadt by IHG

9.9 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Regina M.

SAR 299

SAR 369 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A buffet with various food items and a painting of flowers on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a wall-mounted picture.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, two blue armchairs, a red carpet, and a large glass door leading outside.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

12. Hotel Malchen garni GmbH

15.3 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Kelly

SAR 497

SAR 545 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A well-maintained garden pathway leading to a building with a formal entrance and a fountain.

A well-lit pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a green sofa, and a yellow armchair.

13. Hotel Jagdschloss Kranichstein

4.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

William

SAR 482

SAR 526 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

14. Wellness und Spa Hotel Ziegelruh

14.5 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Celine

SAR 664

SAR 710 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A courtyard with a well-maintained lawn, a large tree, and a building with exposed wooden beams and brick walls.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, and a view of a residential area.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a stone accent wall, a red door, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, wooden beams, a patterned rug, and a cabinet with decorative items.

15. Farmerhaus-Lodge

13.3 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Christopher

SAR 471

SAR 504 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting.

A conference room with white tables and red chairs, a stone wall, and artwork on the walls.

A conference room with long tables, red chairs, and a large window with a view of trees.

A spa area with a wooden wall, a glass door leading to a shower, and a red wall with a tiled bench.

16. Hotel Jakob

14.4 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

John

SAR 418

SAR 448 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern dining area with long tables and chairs, large windows, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern building with a sign reading "InterCity Hotel".

A bar area with a purple-lit ceiling, a bar counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and a red cushioned seating area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with apples, an orange chair, a lamp, and a nightstand with a vase of flowers.

17. IntercityHotel Darmstadt

9.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

john

SAR 201

SAR 219 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A chef in a modern kitchen with a buffet setup, featuring a counter with food items and a variety of kitchen equipment.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Maritim Hotel".

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large digital screen displaying information.

18. Maritim Hotel Darmstadt

9.8 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

frederick Donald

SAR 278

SAR 304 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio area with multiple tables and chairs, a barbecue grill, and umbrellas providing shade.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A pool table with billiard balls and cues, a foosball table, and large windows with a view of greenery.

A building entrance with a 'greet' sign and two bicycles parked in front.

19. ibis Styles Darmstadt

10.7 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Collin

SAR 221

SAR 242 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A double bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent neon sign on the top.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window.

20. Moxy Darmstadt

10.2 km from Messel Pit Fossil Site

Lorraine

SAR 248

SAR 270 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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Top Messel Pit Fossil Site Hotel Reviews

Best Western Hotel Airport Frankfurt

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and comfortable, just wish the bathroom had a spot to hang towels. Close to the subway station to get to the airport. Also in walking distance to a grocery store to cut costs on breakfast."

IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3

10/10 Excellent

"It’s a mega travel hotel next to Frankfurt Airport, it was perfect for my long layover. 5Euro bus shuttle or 20Euro Taxi to get there, both options at the same pickup location from terminal one."

Anor Hotel I Park Sleep & Fly I Frankfurt Airport

10/10 Excellent

"It is close to the airport."

Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport

8/10 Good

"no"

Sunday Hotel Frankfurt Airport - Neu-Isenburg

10/10 Excellent

"Great place, quiet, nice breakfast, international channels on TV."

Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The front desk staff helped me store extra luggage while I traveled in Germany. Rooms were great. Comfortable bed. Great Breakfast."

PLAZA Premium Darmstadt

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

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Labyrinth

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Fahr-Werk Kartbahn

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Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research

Explore the campus of Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research during your stay in Darmstadt. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals.

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Komm zur Mitte

Enjoy an outing to Komm zur Mitte during your stay in Dieburg.

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Park Rosenhoehe

Explore the great outdoors at Park Rosenhoehe, a lovely green space in Darmstadt. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Botanical Gardens

9.0/10 (14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Darmstadt. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Neue Buehne

You can make plans for a show at Neue Buehne during your trip to Darmstadt-Arheilgen. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt

7.8/10 (9 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt during your travels in Darmstadt. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

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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 45 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?

Maritim Hotel Darmstadt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. You'll find it 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Messel Pit Fossil Site. Other good options around the area include Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG and Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center.

How many hotels will I find close to Messel Pit Fossil Site?

Expedia has 45 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Messel Pit Fossil Site?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Messel Pit Fossil Site, head over to our customer service page.

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 Park Rosenhoehe, Botanical Gardens, and Grosse Woog. Create some family memories at Labyrinth, Komm zur Mitte, and Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt while you're exploring the area around Messel Pit Fossil Site.

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Our top choices for Messel Pit Fossil Site hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Airport by IHG

2. Dormero Hotel Darmstadt

3. DIWOTEL by Trip Inn Frankfurt Airport Dreieich

4. Anor Hotel I Park Sleep & Fly I Frankfurt Airport

5. Premier Inn Darmstadt City Centre

6. Hotel Monika

7. IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3

8. Heiner Hotel Darmstadt

9. Trip Inn Hotel Frankfurt-Heusenstamm

10. Sunday Hotel Frankfurt Airport - Neu-Isenburg

11. Holiday Inn Express Darmstadt by IHG

12. Hotel Malchen garni GmbH

13. Hotel Jagdschloss Kranichstein

14. Wellness und Spa Hotel Ziegelruh

15. Farmerhaus-Lodge

16. Hotel Jakob

17. IntercityHotel Darmstadt

18. Maritim Hotel Darmstadt

19. ibis Styles Darmstadt

20. Moxy Darmstadt

Top Messel Pit Fossil Site Hotel Reviews

Best Western Hotel Airport Frankfurt

IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3

Anor Hotel I Park Sleep & Fly I Frankfurt Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport

Sunday Hotel Frankfurt Airport - Neu-Isenburg

Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport

PLAZA Premium Darmstadt

Other attractions near Messel Pit Fossil Site

Labyrinth

Fahr-Werk Kartbahn

Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research

Komm zur Mitte

Park Rosenhoehe

Botanical Gardens

Neue Buehne

Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt

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