The Best Hotels Closest to Ruhr Museum in Essen for 2026

A museum with a red staircase and a glass bridge.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

Next weekend

In two weeks

Our top choices for Ruhr Museum hotels

Business-Doppelzimmer | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Business-Doppelzimmer | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils

1. Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

1.7 km from Ruhr Museum

Pereira

SAR 277

SAR 312 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sep - 27 Sep

Business Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

2. Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh

2.9 km from Ruhr Museum

Hannes

SAR 339

SAR 381 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

3. Petul Apart Hotel City

2.8 km from Ruhr Museum

Emma

SAR 278

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sep - 27 Sep

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtkern, 4.1 km from Ruhr Museum

JOYCE

SAR 387

SAR 435 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Triple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

5. Hotel Das Lola

Ruettenscheid, 7.9 km from Ruhr Museum

Marion

SAR 560

SAR 629 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

6. Heiner's Parkhotel

4.8 km from Ruhr Museum

Anonymous traveler

SAR 643

SAR 688 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sep - 26 Sep

Superior Studio, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, stovetop, dishwasher

7. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

Ruettenscheid, 7.1 km from Ruhr Museum

paul

SAR 338

SAR 380 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, laptop workspace

8. Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

4.6 km from Ruhr Museum

Lori A

SAR 432

SAR 485 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, laptop workspace

9. Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

11.3 km from Ruhr Museum

Ashlee

SAR 302

SAR 323 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, minibar (free items), desk

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, minibar (free items), desk

10. DORMERO Hotel Essen

Ruettenscheid, 7.5 km from Ruhr Museum

Jui

SAR 244

SAR 274 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

Superior XL | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

11. NH Essen

Stadtkern, 3.8 km from Ruhr Museum

Nice

SAR 274

SAR 308 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

Junior Suite | Living area | 40-inch TV with cable channels

12. Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

7.6 km from Ruhr Museum

Bojan

SAR 357

SAR 401 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

13. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Westviertel, 4.8 km from Ruhr Museum

Adekunle

SAR 236

SAR 266 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

14. Hotel An der Gruga

Ruettenscheid, 7.1 km from Ruhr Museum

Richard

SAR 284

SAR 319 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Design Apartment mit Kingsize Bett | Living area | 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

15. STAYERY Bochum Ehrenfeld

11.7 km from Ruhr Museum

Dennis

SAR 268

SAR 287 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

16. Motel One Essen

Stadtkern, 4.2 km from Ruhr Museum

Wayne

SAR 294

SAR 331 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

17. Flowers Hotel Essen

Westviertel, 4.6 km from Ruhr Museum

Georgia

SAR 266

SAR 299 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

18. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

Huttrop, 4.3 km from Ruhr Museum

Brian

SAR 443

SAR 497 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, laptop workspace

19. Holiday Inn Express Bochum by IHG

11.8 km from Ruhr Museum

Ali

SAR 298

SAR 362 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Double Room | Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double or Twin Room | Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Stadtkern, 4.3 km from Ruhr Museum

Romina

SAR 250

SAR 281 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

View all properties

Top Ruhr Museum 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"

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"

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"

StayBaran XL - 6 Betten I 3 Schlafzimmer I Parkplatz I

10/10 Excellent

"Top Unterkunft. Sauber, Ausstattung auf hohem Niveau, Parkmöglichkeiten neben Haus, ruhig. Schnelles Internet Wir kommen wieder."

Quiet living near Zollverein, restaurant medallion in the house

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic flat in a great location. Our host, Peter, was very friendly and welcoming. We arrived two hours earlier than we expected but nothing was too much trouble. Would love to come back again."

Other attractions near Ruhr Museum

An industrial area with a canal reflecting structures and greenery.

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

9.0/10 (217 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Essen. Take in the theater scene while you're in the area.

See properties

A museum corridor with industrial exhibits and a central display case.

Red Dot Design Museum

8.6/10 (45 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Red Dot Design Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Essen. Take in the theater scene while you're in the area.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

Rathaus Galerie Essen

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Rathaus Galerie Essen during your trip to Essen.

See properties

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.

See properties

Nordsternpark

Explore the great outdoors at Nordsternpark, a lovely green space in Gelsenkirchen. Experience the area's theater scene or attend a football game.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ruhr Museum?

Ruhr 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 hotel to stay near Ruhr 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. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Ruhr Museum. Another good choice is Petul Hotel An der Zeche, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Ruhr Museum?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ruhr Museum.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Ruhr Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ruhr Museum?

For additional details about updating your stay near Ruhr Museum or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Ruhr Museum?

Study the collections at Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site, Red Dot Design Museum, or Folkwang Museum. Sights like Essen Cathedral and Old Synagogue highlight some of the local culture. You can catch a show at Grugahalle, GOP Variety Theatre Essen, and Colosseum Theater.

How can I get to Ruhr Museum?

To venture out into the surrounding area, ride aboard one of the trains from Essen Zollverein North Station. There may not be many public transportation choices close to Ruhr Museum so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

Find hotels near Ruhr Museum, Essen from SAR 266

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Ruhr Museum hotels

1. Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

2. Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh

3. Petul Apart Hotel City

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

5. Hotel Das Lola

6. Heiner's Parkhotel

7. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

8. Self Check-In Hotel Am Brinkerplatz

9. Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

10. DORMERO Hotel Essen

11. NH Essen

12. Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

13. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

14. Hotel An der Gruga

15. STAYERY Bochum Ehrenfeld

16. Motel One Essen

17. Flowers Hotel Essen

18. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

19. Holiday Inn Express Bochum by IHG

20. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Top Ruhr Museum Hotel Reviews

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

StayBaran XL - 6 Betten I 3 Schlafzimmer I Parkplatz I

Quiet living near Zollverein, restaurant medallion in the house

Other attractions near Ruhr Museum

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

Red Dot Design Museum

Collegiate Church

Zeche Carl

GOP Variety Theatre Essen

Rathaus Galerie Essen

Old Synagogue

Nordsternpark

Frequently asked questions