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Hotel An der Gruga

3.5 star property
3-star hotel near Messe Essen

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Front of property - evening/night
Comfort Single Room | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Business Single Room | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Eduard-Lucas-Strasse 17, Essen, NW, 45131
  • Place, Grugahalle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Red Dot Design Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Messe Essen
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Düsseldorf (DUS-Düsseldorf Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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

Business Plus Double Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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

Business Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Comfort Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Business Single Room

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

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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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Essen

Ruettenscheid stay.At this Ruettenscheid hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Grugahalle and Red Dot Design Museum. Also, Messe Essen is within half a mile (1 km) and Alfried Krupp Hospital Ruettenscheid is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Grugahalle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Red Dot Design Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Messe Essen - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Duisburg-Essen - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Grugapark Botanical Garden - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Messe Ost-Gruga-Halle U-Bahn - 1 min walk
  • Essen-Kray Süd Station - 8 min drive
  • Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪espresso perfetto - ‬5 min walk
  • 60 Seconds To Napoli
  • ‪ATLANTIC Congress Hotel Essen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Messe Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Piazza - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel An der Gruga

3-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-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.

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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 self 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 some 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).

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel An der Gruga?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel An der Gruga on Jul 3, 2026 start from $105, 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.

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. 69 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 130 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, good breakfast, large room. Overall very comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice to stay here for one night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

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
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10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to Grugapark and the Rü
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

nicholas

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Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas Horst

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Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Norair

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Very Happy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified 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
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10/10 Excellent

john

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coffee free
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

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K.A.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Thomas

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Okay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Décoration

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Superbe
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ich hatte ein sehr ruhiges gepflegtes Zimmer im Nebengebäude. So ungewöhnlich ruhig, direkt neben einer stark befahrenen Straße... Alles ordentlich, Möglichkeit selbst spät einzuchecken. Ausgiebiges Frühstücksbuffet Sehr nettes Personal
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Hans Rudolf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nettes, sauberes Hotel in der Nähe von Messe und Uniklinik. Reichhaltiges Frühstück.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles gut !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Marc

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Passt.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Volker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
öffentlich hervorragend zu erreichen; sehr gutes Frühstück, Sehr freundlicher Service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ruhiges, einfaches Hotel, sehr gute Anbindung an die U-Bahn
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Beate

Alles zu meiner vollsten Zufriedenheit, Ebenfalls gute Nähe zur Grugahalle.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr angenehmes Kongresshotel. Personal sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Vielen Dank! Das Hotel ist sicher schon etwas älter und nicht barrierefrei aber gepflegt und sehr sauber. Frühstück frisch und lecker.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Catharina

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lothar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Städtetrip gute Adresse ich hatte ein praktisches Einzelzimmer. Das Frühstück war übersichtlich, aber man konnte Rührei sofort bekommen..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Francisco

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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andreas Hermann George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles gut 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024