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Monteurzimmer KarMa, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Monteurzimmer KarMa is located in Gelsenkirchen, within 6.7 km of Veltins Arena and 10 km of Movie Park Germany.

Very easy to find the room. Everything was well navigated.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
56 reviews
Price from
£206.61
1 night, 2 adults
The Bunk Hostel, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Ideally located in the Suedviertel district of Essen, The Bunk Hostel is located 200 metres from Aalto Theatre, less than 1 km from Grillo Theatre and a 4-minute walk from Philharmonic House Essen.

Clean, just what we needed. We had a good nights rest. The location was ideal for where we wanted to be and the person at reception was super friendly and helpful. The kitchen was also great. It had what we needed and we also enjoyed the stack of cards that was in the common room before we went to bed.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
1,074 reviews
Price from
£45.69
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel am Niederfeldsee, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Attractively set in the Altendorf district of Essen, Hostel am Niederfeldsee is situated 2.4 km from Colosseum Theater, 2.4 km from University of Duisburg-Essen and 2.9 km from The Unperfecthouse.

Beautiful, artistic and comfortable furnishings. The bathrooms and kitchens are also nice and spacious. The building is very secure with locked doors and as for parking there are many slots available and free of charge.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
322 reviews
Price from
£62.27
1 night, 2 adults
Pott Hostel - Zimmervermietung, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Situated in Essen, 2.6 km from Railway Museum Bochum, Pott Hostel - Zimmervermietung features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

Great location situated near both a train stop and restaurants/supermarket. The facilities are good, especially if you're wanting to cut costs by cooking for yourself. Laundry facilities are also available on request.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
35 reviews
Price from
£45.51
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel WohnZimmer-Essen, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Hostel WohnZimmer-Essen has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Essen.

Very comfortable and private bed
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
1,086 reviews
Price from
£45.66
1 night, 2 adults
Ruhrtropolis Hostel, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Ruhrtropolis Hostel is conveniently set in Essen, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

Having only paid €39 for a single room in western Europe in 2024 - I didn't think that was possible anymore! Great to have a shower and sink in the bathroom, didn't mind having to use shared toilets. Single bed was alright. Plenty of power outlets. Great desk and sitting area. Heating worked well and window opened to ventilate the room, especially necessary after showering. Short walk from tram and metro stations. Many restaurants nearby.
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
905 reviews
Price from
£53.14
1 night, 2 adults
Duisburger Hostel, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Well situated in the Mittelmeiderich district of Duisburg, Duisburger Hostel is set 5.1 km from Mercatorhalle, 5.3 km from Casino Duisburg and 5.5 km from Town Hall Duisburg.

Scored 6.4
6.4
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
54 reviews
Price from
£57.29
1 night, 2 adults
Jugendherberge Duisburg Landschaftspark, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Set in Duisburg, 5.8 km from Oberhausen Central Station, Jugendherberge Duisburg Landschaftspark offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a bar.

Great location for visiting the landschaftspark Large family room with 2 bunk beds and private bathroom
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
173 reviews
Jugendherberge Duisburg Sportpark, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Located in Duisburg, 2 km from Einschornsteinsiedlung, Jugendherberge Duisburg Sportpark provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a bar.

nice, clean, good breakfast
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
332 reviews
Misha,s, hotel in Gelsenkirchen

Attractively located in the Marxloh district of Duisburg, Misha, s is situated 8.9 km from Mercatorhalle, 9.2 km from Casino Duisburg and 9.3 km from Town Hall Duisburg.

Scored 6.0
6.0
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
18 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 45 reviews
    Great location with wonderful views. Our early check-in was accommodated and plenty of info was given about checking in and parking and everything. Handy to have a little kitchenette.
    Claire Bonello
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £85.97
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,275 reviews
    Clean comfy room, daily housekeeping, good bar and food options, polite staff, toiletries provided, great location for city centre and train station.
    AuntGladys
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 683 reviews
    Great location on the end of tram line for the Euros match
    Mark
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 742 reviews
    Great location friendly helpful staff
    Mark
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,372 reviews
    Fantastic hotel. The staff were incredibly friendly, the rooms were comfortable and clean, and the food in the restaurant was great - both the pasta they dished up for us with no fuss at 22.30 after the football and the breakfast included in the price of the room. We came for the Euros, so booked what we thought was a cheap and cheerful hotel that would fit the bill, safe to say La Scala far exceeded expectations. (They also let us stay and do a couple of hours work in the restaurant after checkout which was incredibly helpful).
    Hannah
    Young couple
  • Scored 6.4
    6.4
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 243 reviews
    Was cheap and plenty of space
    David
    People with friends
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 20 reviews
    This property was exactly like the images. It was such a nice home. Felt like a home rather than a hotel. Was very comfortable safe and short walks to the shopping areas and eateries. Sarah was exceptional at communication and assisted us with all our inquiries about the location and recommended great restaurants.
    Savarni
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £87.43
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,385 reviews
    Great location near train station. Good signs outside for direction to hotel. Complete and clean room. Friendly staff.
    Marc15
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 7 reviews
    Great location close to messe Essen. Staff always answered on the phone when we needed something.
    Gunnar
    Group

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