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Hotel An der Gruga

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Messe Essen

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Front of property
32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Property grounds
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Balcony

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Eduard-Lucas-Strasse 17, Essen, NW, 45131
  • Grugahalle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Messe Essen
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Grugapark Botanical Garden
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Düsseldorf (DUS-Düsseldorf Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

Comfort Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Business Plus Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Business Plus Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Business Plus Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Business Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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

Business Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Essen

Ruettenscheid stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Ruettenscheid hotel, you'll find Grugahalle and Messe Essen. Alfried Krupp Hospital Ruettenscheid and Grugapark Botanical Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Grugahalle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Messe Essen - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grugapark Botanical Garden - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Folkwang Museum - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Seaside Beach Baldeney - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Messe Ost-Gruga-Halle U-Bahn - 1 min walk
  • Essen Central Station (ESZ) - 4 min drive
  • Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪60 Seconds To Napoli - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ATLANTIC Congress Hotel Essen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mörchen's Eis - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grugahalle - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪CUXX Restaurant. Bar. Bistro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel An der Gruga

3.5-star hotel near Messe Essen
As a guest of Hotel An der Gruga, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hotel An der Gruga also features concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front-desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Essen hotel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Hotel An der Gruga offers 39 accommodations with safes and blackout drapes/curtains. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Essen hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (EUR 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 18 for adults and EUR 18 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (24 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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 available for EUR 26 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent 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: approximately EUR 18 for adults and EUR 18 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 12 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 26 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 3 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

der Gruga
der Gruga Essen
Hotel der Gruga
Hotel der Gruga Essen
Hotel an der Gruga Hotel
Hotel an der Gruga Essen
Hotel an der Gruga Hotel Essen

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel An der Gruga to the airport?

Hotel An der Gruga is 15.8 mi (24-min drive) away from the Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel An der Gruga have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel An der Gruga.

How close is Hotel An der Gruga to the beach?

This hotel is 4.8 mi (17-min drive) from Seaside Beach Baldeney and 16 mi (28-min drive) from Strandbad Wolfssee. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel An der Gruga offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel An der Gruga, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 18 for adults and EUR 18 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel An der Gruga?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Mercatorhalle Duisburg (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel An der Gruga?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel An der Gruga?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 12 per night.

Does Hotel An der Gruga have a pool?

Hotel An der Gruga does not have a pool.

Does Hotel An der Gruga have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel An der Gruga to downtown Essen?

Hotel An der Gruga is 2 mi away from Essen.

Hotel An der Gruga Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 122 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicholas, Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small cousy hotel, great staff, very clean and super convenient if you are going to a convention. Breakfast was decent and everything was fresh, the staff were super nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Pleasant but pricey for what it is

Great service and nice breakfast but rooms very basic and a bit dated for the price paid. Old lift which didn't arrive on top floor when leaving to check out so had to lug suitcase down flights of stairs when in a hurry :(
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Naomi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, good breakfast, large room. Overall very comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine, Gelnhausen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to Grugapark and the Rü
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petr

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petr

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great hotel / great location

Very nice hotel, central to the Messe and Ruttenschied which in Essen is very important. It was clean, comfortable with a friendly and helpful staff. Parking can be challenging in the area, but the hotel has its own parking as well. This is the first time I have stayed but will be looking to it as my first choice from now on as I need to visit the city.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

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

Just fine.

Everything was just fine. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the staff are very friendly with good manners, speeaking very well English. Hotel is quiet, nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable and well-located for business

I was travelling for business, and this lovely little B&B-style place was conveniently located. All I really needed was a comfortable bed and a clean bathroom, so I'm not fussy - but the desk and spacious room made it easy to get extra work done after hours. The hotel is clean, comfortable and with large rooms for a European hotel (though the shower was tiny!). Breakfast was typical German fare - cheese, ham and fruit - and while there's no restaurant on site, a long road full of great offerings is just 5 minutes' walk. (Staff can even provide a map to local bars and restaurants.) There were just a few niggles for me: I was on the top floor and no lift is available (my lack of fitness showed); there was a rip in the bed head; and the shower head had a leak. Hardly enough to mark the place down, as everyone was friendly and I had a comfortable stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely hotel near congress center.

Small hotel near congress center, good restaurants nearby. I was upgraded on arrival to a business room. Larger than most euro rooms. Entrance from the garden and coffee machine to help with jetlag. Breakfast was good and staff were friendly. Grugapark is worth a visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Convenient and good value

Loved my one night stay here. The shutters on the windows are operated by switches by the bathroom - once you've figured this out you will enjoy a quiet and completely dark night of sleep! The staff were very friendly and helpful. Didn't get a chance to eat the food but it looked good. Rewe City across the street at the gas station, perfect for picking up essentials. Lots of parking available though the lot is a bit tight; drive carefully.
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

8/10 Good

Simon

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

Nice business stay in Essen

Really nice hotel, better than average for business trip. Rooms large and comfortable, staff very helpful. Breakfast very good with plenty of choice. Wifi was free but signal not great. Parking easy although chargeable. Hotel has no bar or restaurant but this did not matter as there is a street a couple of minutes walk away with a choice of cuisine types. Overall a good stay and will use again next year.

6/10 Okay

Robert, London

Liked: Staff & service

Good Location - Poor WiFi

I booked this hotel late for an Event at the Essen Messe - The location is great and the hotel is 'fine' I had a single room - I've not slept in a simple bed for a while - it was fine - comfortable. My main problem was the Wifi - I needed to work for an hour or two in the hotel and it was impossible - the internet was so slow it was impossible - I did ask for it to be reset and it was done but no real difference..

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Simple, elegant, clean

Wonderful one night stay at this hotel. It's pretty basic for business travel but very clean and the service was actually really awesome. Breakfast was simple but fresh and more than enough options. I would definitely stay here again.

8/10 Good

Andrew, Pittsburgh

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

Nice Breakfast

Reasonably priced (<80 euro per night) hotel which does well on all the basics. The internet was the only thing not optimal. Reception in room 21 was weak and intermittent on my cell phone wifi, sort of a problem since my Verizon international roaming data plan was not working well. Very nice breakfast overall with institution style scrambled eggs, hard boiled eggs, soggy bacon, decent sausage, extensive cold meats and cheeses, good selection of fruits and breads. Good coffee brewed and other coffee drinks via machine. Good selection of teas. Small but comfortable bed, clean new above average bath/shower.

8/10 Good

Volker

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
öffentlich hervorragend zu erreichen; sehr gutes Frühstück, Sehr freundlicher Service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Göran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
K.A.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025