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Motel One Essen

Property class: 3

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A modern interior with a large wall mural, a round table with chairs, and a decorative metal partition.
A modern building with a grid of windows, a flat roof, and a parking lot with cars.
A modern living room with a large TV, wooden shelves, and a fireplace.
A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchair, and a wooden bookshelf.
A modern lounge area with multiple seating options including a yellow armchair, a blue armchair, and a pink chair. There are several bookshelves filled with books and decorative items.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct

Explore the area

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Kennedyplatz 3, Essen, NW, 45127
  • Place, Philharmonie Essen
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, International Christmas Market Essen
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Duisburg-Essen
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Düsseldorf (DUS-Düsseldorf Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room (The One)

A hotel room with a tufted headboard, white bedding, and decorative pillows.

Room (The One)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Special One)

A hotel room with a tufted headboard, white bedding, and decorative pillows.

Room, 1 King Bed (Special One)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Balcony (Special One)

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a view of the city through large windows.

Room, Balcony (Special One)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Balcony (The One)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted picture.

Room, Balcony (The One)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Essen

Motel One Essen puts you in the heart of Essen, within steps of Philharmonie Essen and Essen Cathedral. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .One Lounge is the hotel's own bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Stadtbezirke I hotel include Messe Essen and Westfield Centro.

What's nearby

  • Essen Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Philharmonie Essen - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • International Christmas Market Essen - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Limbecker Platz - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Duisburg-Essen - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn - 2 min walk
  • Essen Central Station - 7 min walk
  • Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Döbbe Bäckerei - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Extrablatt - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rosemarie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Extrablatt - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Motel One Essen

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A meeting room and coworking spaces are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Motel One Essen also features multilingual staff, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and shopping on site.

This 3-star Essen hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 217 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Motel One Essen offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Essen hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 17.90 for adults and EUR 8.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • One Lounge

Things to do

  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 5 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 17.90 for adults and from EUR 8.95 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 5 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel One Essen?

Motel One Essen offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel One Essen?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Essen on 28 Oct 2026 start from NZ$207, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Motel One Essen?

The closest beach to Motel One Essen is Seaside Beach Baldeney (5.5 km).

What makes Motel One Essen a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Motel One Essen.

Does Motel One Essen serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is available weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel One Essen?

No, Motel One Essen does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel One Essen?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Motel One Essen Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 358 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price and good condition, quiet rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Directly in front of the Christmas market!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, value for the price. Several dining options in less than one mile.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Good location close to Hbf train station and plenty of restaurants. Very comfortable and spacious room. Staff was kind and accommodating. Lounge bar was a huge plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and perfect location. The nicest and most comfortable bed and bedding we have had in the last four weeks in Germany for Euro24. Would happily book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only missing was a coffee/tea machine in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

I stayed here for the Euros, as I had tickets for a match in Gelsenkirchen. The hotel staff spoke great English and were very helpful. The room was clean and the noise from the street was minimum. The town of Essen has a few restaurants and bars. The hotel is around a 15 minute walk to the Hauptbahnhof. I would recommend Motel One to other travellers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Great hotel, reasonable value considering the euros was on, good location only 10 mins walk from the station. The bar, lobby areas amd rooms are stylish and clean and the building is cool. However the breakfast is overpriced at nearly 17 euros - there is a limited buffet selection with no hot food and only coffee from a machine, its not worth the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and tidy. Even though there was construction around there was not a noise issue when I was there. Breakfast was typical Continental Style with cold cuts yogurt cereal but there was no hot options such as eggs or sausages. Nothing special but adequate. Overall, I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel One Essen Dec 2023

The checkin was easy. We were confused about the parking situation. We had to go inside and find out where to park. It would have been nice to know ahead of time. The staff was very helpful and did everything they could to make our stay better. The Christmas markets were across the street from the hotel which made it nice for visiting day or night. Dining choices were abundant within easy walking of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great small room, very clean, very well maintained, bar staff stunning. Check in, no room ready after waiting 3 hours to check in. Staff at check in very aggressive. No kettle in room or ability to get morning drinks unless you pay for simple and expensive breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Been coming here for 10 years since it's location is perfect for our needs. I liked the simplicity and decoration of the lobby and dining room better before it's renovation. the decor is too busy now. This time, we had a renovated room. I missed the closet that was there before, it has even less storage space now. just 2 tiny shelves that can't even fit a pair of shoes. The bathroom smelled like somebody had been smoking in there, and there was contact lens in the bed that was not from my family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centraal in het centrum van Essen. Ruim opgezet hotel met de parkeergarage recht voor de deur.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Handtücher haben gestunken, Frühstück war ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Personeel was super, alleen de kamer qas niet eeg schoon... bloedspetters op de deur en bed was niet aangenaam... wel was de ligging/positie van de kamer erg gaaf!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fijn, ruim, keurig hotel met gezellige mensen achter de bar en receptie. Ontbijt is ook goed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nettes und zuvorkommendes Personal Ein Papierkorb im Zimmer (Wohnbereich) wäre super
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Keine Parkplätze, Parkhaus daneben kostet am Tag 19 Euro
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Top 👌
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Offensichtlich viele Leute nachts vor dem Hotel unterwegs, die heftigen Krach machten und sich teilweise gegenseitig bedrohten. Warum mitten in der Woche vor 07h die Kirchglocken lange läuteten, konnten wir nicht nachvollziehen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wir kommen gerne wieder

Zentrale Lage, mehrere Restaurants in Laufweite, Parken auf der Straße oder im nahegelegenen Parkhaus möglich. Zimmer im Motel One Standard: Ansprechende Einrichtung, funktionales Duschbad, Klimaanlage. Gemütliche Bar, netter Service. Uneingeschränkt zu empfehlen. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service
receptionens service var fuldstændig håbløs på alle tider!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025