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

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

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

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtkern, 1.3 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Binnur

AED 373

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel room with a yellow armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bed with a headboard.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a kettle, a toaster, and a bread loaf on the counter.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a bed.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a dining table, a TV, and a desk with a lamp.

2. Hotel Essener Hof, BW Signature Collection

Stadtkern, 1.4 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

STEPHEN

AED 245

AED 275 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

The exterior of the Mercure Hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered area with a glass facade.

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

3. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

Suedviertel, 2.2 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Dean

AED 229

AED 257 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, shelves with plants, and a large wall with gear designs.

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

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

4. NH Essen

Stadtkern, 1 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Nice

AED 265

AED 298 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

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.

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

5. Motel One Essen

Stadtkern, 1 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Wayne

AED 281

AED 315 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

6. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Westviertel, 1.4 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Adekunle

AED 231

AED 259 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern reception area with a red seating arrangement, wooden paneling, and a ceiling with a natural light feature.

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

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

7. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

Huttrop, 3 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Brian

AED 424

AED 477 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A modern multi-story building with a central courtyard, featuring balconies with green plants and a pathway leading to the entrance.

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

8. Flowers Hotel Essen

Westviertel, 1 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Georgia

AED 221

AED 248 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

9. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Westviertel, 0.8 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Liliaan

AED 231

AED 259 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern kitchen with a coffee maker, a kettle, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A dining area with a table set for breakfast, including plates, cups, and a jar of jam.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

A modern loft apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living space.

10. Meine Zeitwohnung

2.2 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Erica

AED 299

AED 509 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A buffet with various food items and drinks.

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window with a view of the street.

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, 1.4 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Christopher

AED 311

AED 350 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A building with a neon sign reading "moosy" and large glass doors leading to an interior with visible furniture and a bench outside.

12. Moxy Essen City

Stadtkern, 1.4 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Regina

AED 269

AED 302 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 room with a large abstract painting on the wall, a vase with flowers on a table, and a newspaper.

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

13. Art Hotel Körschen

Stadtkern, 1.3 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Jasmin

AED 284

AED 334 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

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

14. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

Huttrop, 3.1 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Simon

AED 277

AED 311 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen displaying a sports game.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a large window.

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

15. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Stadtkern, 0.8 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Kaming

AED 229

AED 257 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a decorative wall.

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

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

Holsterhausen, 1.8 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Marcos

AED 258

AED 289 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

17. Hotel Stay

Stadtkern, 1.3 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

FARIBORZ

AED 331

AED 389 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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, 2.1 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Muhammad

AED 323

AED 363 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 bar area with a brick wall, a large mirror, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a bar counter with stools.

19. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Stadtkern, 1.5 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

maayan

AED 238

AED 268 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a round table, and a wooden bookshelf.

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

20. Trip Inn Living & Suites

Suedviertel, 1.8 km from University of Duisburg-Essen

Anonymous traveler

AED 276

AED 311 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Top University of Duisburg-Essen Hotel Reviews

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location as it is just next to train station"

Motel One Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, lovely staff"

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

10/10 Excellent

"Das Frühstück war sehr lecker und vielseitig."

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"It was perfect for my 2 nights stay."

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."

McDreams Hotel Essen-City

10/10 Excellent

"Great value for the money and free secure parking!! I’ve stayed in much more expensive and not as good. Andrè was very helpful at the desk as it was open when I arrived. The WhatsApp message which the hotel sends gives you access to your room key which is stored on your mobile. Room was clean and functional. No air con but this wasn’t a problem in September."

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"

Other attractions near University of Duisburg-Essen

Colosseum Theater

8.2/10 (59 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Colosseum Theater, a storied theater in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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Limbecker Platz

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

During your visit to Essen, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Limbecker Platz. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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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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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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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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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Duisburg-Essen?

University of Duisburg-Essen 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 64 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of Duisburg-Essen?

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. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from University of Duisburg-Essen. Other good choices within a short distance include Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz and Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western.

How many hotels will I be able to find near University of Duisburg-Essen?

Expedia has 64 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Duisburg-Essen.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Duisburg-Essen, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near University of Duisburg-Essen.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of Duisburg-Essen?

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What can I see and do near University of Duisburg-Essen?

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, Aalto-Musiktheater, and Grugahalle if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to University of Duisburg-Essen?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around University of Duisburg-Essen is a breeze. You can access metro transit at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn, Berliner Platz U-Bahn, and Bismarckplatz U-Bahn. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Essen Central Station or Essen Central Station (ESZ).

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Our top choices for University of Duisburg-Essen hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

2. Hotel Essener Hof, BW Signature Collection

3. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

4. NH Essen

5. Motel One Essen

6. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

7. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

8. Flowers Hotel Essen

9. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

10. Meine Zeitwohnung

11. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

12. Moxy Essen City

13. Art Hotel Körschen

14. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

15. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

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

17. Hotel Stay

18. Sheraton Essen Hotel

19. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

20. Trip Inn Living & Suites

Top University of Duisburg-Essen Hotel Reviews

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Motel One Essen

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Moxy Essen City

McDreams Hotel Essen-City

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

Other attractions near University of Duisburg-Essen

Colosseum Theater

Limbecker Platz

GOP Variety Theatre Essen

Stratmanns Theater Europahaus

Rathaus Galerie Essen

Essen Cathedral

Philharmonie Essen

Dom

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