Hotel Franz, Essen ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Steeler Strasse 261, Essen, Germany, 45138

Featuring a 4-star rating and a score of 8.6 on Booking.com, Hotel Franz offers modern accommodations in the Huttrop district of Essen. This pet-friendly hotel provides amenities like free Wi-Fi, a bar, and a bistro. Guests can enjoy easy access to local attractions and public transport options.

Rooms & Amenities

Hotel Franz offers 48 air-conditioned rooms designed with high-end fittings available in various configurations, including family-friendly accommodations. Each room features modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, hypo-allergenic bedding, and private balconies with views of the garden or pool.

Dining Options

Dining options at Hotel Franz include a bistro and bar serving a rich breakfast buffet featuring fair trade specialty coffees. The on-site restaurant allows guests to sample local culinary traditions.

Business Facilities

The hotel offers extensive conference facilities with 10 air-conditioned rooms capable of accommodating from 8 to over 300 participants. Professional stage, studio, and lighting equipment are available for events, along with supportive services for event planning.

Location & Transportation

Hotel Franz is within walking distance of key attractions in Essen, such as the Philharmonie Essen and the Essen Cathedral. Public transport options like the Parkfriedhof bus stop are convenient for traveling around the city.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

Max:

1 person

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Essen 2.1 km

Airports

Dusseldorf (DUS) 29.0 km

Dortmund (DTM) 45.3 km

Train

Essen Central Station 1.9 km

Gelsenkirchen mail railway station 7.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Good Breakfast!

“The breakfast experience was made nice by the good manager, whose kindness and attention made every morning enjoyable.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“My room was impressively spacious and functional, providing a very comfortable environment for relaxation.” view full review

Effortless Check-In

“I had a seamless check-in and check-out process that made my stay stress-free and enjoyable.” view full review

Welcoming Environment

“The hotel offers well-maintained and accessible facilities, making it a welcoming environment for all guests.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sauna

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Steeler Strasse 261, Essen, Germany, 45138

Map view

Steeler Strasse 261, Essen, Germany, 45138

City landmarks

Synagogue

Old Synagogue

1.9 km

Kettwiger Str. 42

Cathedral of Essen

2.0 km

Tower

RWE Tower

2.2 km

Church

Marktkirche

2.2 km

Church

Kreuzeskirche

2.4 km

Museum

Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex

4.3 km

Church

Erloserkirche

2.5 km

Museum

Museum Folkwang

2.6 km

Freiheit 21

Steile Lagerung

2.0 km

Museum

Essen Cathedral Treasury

2.0 km

Kettwiger Str. 22

Glockenspiel am Deiterhaus

2.0 km

Event hall

Philharmonie Essen

2.1 km

Park

Stadtgarten Essen

2.0 km

Porscheplatz

Rathaus

2.1 km

Kennedyplatz

Amerikahaus

2.2 km

Burgplatz 2

Golden Madonna of Essen

2.0 km

Museum

Soul of Africa Museum

2.5 km

Metro Station

Hirschlandplatz

2.2 km

Renteilichtung 1 Rellinghausen

Schellenberg Castle

3.0 km

Westfalenstr. 311

Theater Freudenhaus

2.3 km

Night club

turock

2.4 km

Wuppertaler Str. 12

Heisinger Ruhraue Nature Reserve

2.5 km

Museumsplatz 1

Folkwang-Museumsverein e.V

2.4 km

Gerswidastr. 4

Schwarzlicht Semester Minigolf Essen

2.4 km

Market

Ruttenscheider Markt

2.5 km

Night club

Lucy

2.6 km

Virchowstraße 167a

Botanischer Garten Grugapark

4.2 km

Wichteltal

Holteyer Hafen

4.0 km

Museum

Ruhr Museum

4.2 km

Nearby

Church

St. Bonifatius

350 m

Restaurants

Kaspisee

580 m

Steeler Str. 218

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

modern rooms

friendly staff

limited dining options

price

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

8.4

Location

8.3

Service

8.9

Dining

6.4

Ron

United States, May 2024

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, enjoying the clean and comfortable rooms as well as the friendly service. The location was convenient, but the dining options were limited. The facilities were well-maintained, contributing to a relaxing experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a relaxing environment.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and helpful throughout my stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was convenient, making it easy to access various attractions.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were somewhat limited, impacting the overall experience.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were well-maintained and added to the overall comfort of the stay.

Chris

United States, April 2024

7.8/10

The hotel I stayed at was wonderfully located in the heart of the city, making it super easy to explore all the attractions nearby. The rooms were spacious and modern, providing a comfortable stay. However, the dining experience left something to be desired as the options were a bit limited. The facilities, on the other hand, were fantastic, offering great value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and modern, offering a comfortable stay.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated in the city center, making it easy to reach all the attractions.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were a bit limited, but the quality was decent.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities provided great value for money, enhancing the overall stay.

Morris

United States, March 2024

8.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were spacious and modern, providing a comfortable stay. The service was impeccable with friendly staff always ready to assist. The location was perfect, making it easy to explore the city center. However, the dining options were a bit limited, and the price could be more competitive.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and modern, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Service

10.0

The service was impeccable, with friendly staff always ready to assist.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located in the city center, making it easy to explore.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were a bit limited, could have been better.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers great amenities for a comfortable stay.

modern rooms

limited dining options

Robert

United States, February 2024

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay overall at this hotel. The rooms were spacious and modern, offering a comfortable bed and a large WC with all necessary amenities. The friendly staff provided excellent service, including room service and housekeeping. The location, while slightly on the outskirts of the city center, was convenient to reach by public transportation. However, the dining options were limited, and the price didn't fully align with the value received.

Rooms

8.0

The room was comfortable with a good quality bed, big WC, and double beds.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional with helpful staff and convenient room amenities.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located on the outskirts of the city center, making it easy to reach via public transport.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average, with limited menu options.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and provided everything I needed during my stay.

Andy

United States, January 2024

8.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location was superb, right in the heart of the city center with easy access to public transportation. The rooms were spacious and modern, and the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. However, the dining experience left something to be desired as the homemade marmalade was the only highlight. The facilities, especially the air conditioning, were top-notch and added to the overall comfort of the stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and modern.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right in the heart of the city center with easy access to public transportation.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a bit lacking, with only the homemade marmalade standing out.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities, especially the air conditioning, were top-notch.

Stanley

United States, January 2024

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. However, the dining options were limited. The location was convenient, but the Wi-Fi was not included in the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, with all necessary amenities.

Service

9.0

The service was good, and the staff was friendly and helpful.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located near all attractions.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average with limited options.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers adequate facilities for a comfortable stay.

Convenient location

Limited dining

George

United States, October 2023

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with its comfortable rooms and friendly staff. However, the dining options were limited, and the Wi-Fi had an additional cost. The location was convenient for exploring the city.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and clean, providing a relaxing atmosphere.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and attentive to my needs, ensuring a welcoming stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was convenient, making it easy to access public transportation and explore the city.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited, but the quality of the food was satisfactory.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered basic facilities that met my needs during my stay.

Roy

United States, September 2023

8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was lovely. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was really friendly. The location was convenient, although the dining options were a bit disappointing. The facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable, but there were a few downsides regarding pricing.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff was really friendly.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located in the town center with easy access to public transportation.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were a bit disappointing.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable.

Jay

United States, August 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the bathroom was spacious. The service was top-notch with efficient room service and excellent housekeeping. The location was perfect, right in the city center making it convenient to access all the attractions. However, the dining experience was a bit lackluster with limited dish options.

Rooms

9.0

The room with twin beds was spotless, with all necessary amenities and a good quality bed. The spacious WC was a plus.

Service

9.0

The staff was attentive and provided great room service. The housekeeping was thorough and always kept the room tidy.

Location

10.0

The hotel is located right in the city center, making it easy to get around and explore. A great location to be in.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were satisfactory, but I wished there were more variety in the dishes offered.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were modern and well-maintained. I particularly enjoyed the amenities available.

Gary

United States, July 2023

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, enjoying the comfortable rooms and friendly service. The location was convenient, but the dining options were a bit limited. The facilities were well-maintained, providing a good overall experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, equipped with all necessary amenities.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with attentive staff providing good room service.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located on the outskirts of the city center, making it easy to access the main attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, with a decent selection of dishes but nothing exceptional.