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Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Hotel near Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen

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Serves lunch and dinner
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Serves lunch and dinner
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Parkallee 3, Gelsenkirchen, NW, 45891
  • Veltins-Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • ZOOM Erlebniswelt
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Movie Park Germany
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Dortmund (DTM)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite (Arena)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite

  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Gelsenkirchen

Erle stay.A stay at this Erle hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Veltins-Arena and 3 miles (5 km) of ZOOM Erlebniswelt. Alpincenter Bottrop is within 9 miles (15 km) and Movie Park Germany is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Veltins-Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • ZOOM Erlebniswelt - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Golf Club Schloss Horst - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Movie Park Germany - 14 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Starlight Express Theater - 17 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gelsenkirchen Buer Süd Station - 6 min drive
  • VELTINS-Arena Station - 13 min walk
  • Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Glueck auf brauhaus sutum - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Schloss Berge - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hugo 1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪L'Osteria - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Hotel near Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 4779 square feet (444 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen. Parking is available for a fee.

This Gelsenkirchen hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 158 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 4779 sq ft of conference space
  • 444 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2005
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen offers 158 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 41-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking within 0.6 miles
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 19 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Elevator (47 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 41-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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 19 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Welcome Gelsenkirchen
stays by friends Gelsenkirchen
Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Gelsenkirchen
Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen Gelsenkirchen
stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen
Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Frequently asked questions

How close is stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen to the airport?

Stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen is 33.4 mi (49-min drive) away from the Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen.

How close is stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen to the beach?

This hotel is 7.6 mi (23-min drive) from Stadthafen and 18 mi (47-min drive) from Seaside Beach Baldeney. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 19 for adults and EUR 10 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

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

Is there free parking at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 10 per day.

Does stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen have a pool?

Stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen does not have a pool.

Does stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen have a restaurant?

Stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen is home to Restaurant, which features Mediterranean cuisine.

Does stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen to downtown Gelsenkirchen?

Stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen is 3.4 mi away from Gelsenkirchen.

Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 720 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 720 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 720 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 720 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 720 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Mick

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic and helpful, Hotel is gorgeous and the food was great. Recommending to family & friends and will be returning for future visits.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl-Heinz

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

Sehr gutes einchecken, nettes Personal

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mick

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property close to arena
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frantisek

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

D J

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel nice staff Stayed night of England Slovakia euro 2024 plus one further night Only complaint was that the drink prices were Raised 2 euros on day of game even for residents, above advertised prices This is blatant profiteering,as residents should have been charged prices as advertised on price boards Room good Staff good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were very disappointed that the display cabinet in our room had no ornaments which had a deleterious effect on the enjoyment of our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet right by the stadium if that’s u like
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Manuel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Extortion

Uncomfortable beds, no toiletries, minimum towels of low quality. Rooms need major updating. Gym with ancient machines and nioy clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvin, Island Park

Traveled with family
It was nice and beautiful. Staff were all very friendly. Made me feel like I was home and treated with respect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Must stay here if going to VELTINS-Arena arena!

Literally on grounds of VELTINS-Arena arena. Made going to Euro game just an unreal experience to just be at the hotel. Really also pretty modern and great bar/ restaurant, service, rooms good- would definitely come back if going to a game.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Pllumb

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for attending the football matches
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Babak

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The front desk receptionist was not knowledgeable, I asked if there were any bottle waters in the room, the receptionist said no. So we purchased multiple bottles of water, whenwe got to the room, there was a complimentary bottle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

MARCELO

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel in Europe...
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Mick

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed in restaurant

Ok room but extremely disappointing experience in restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Frantisek

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Miroslav

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was brilliant for all walks of life. I felt at home away from home.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was a very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hagob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023