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Cheap Hotels in Gelsenkirchen

A modern hotel lobby with a central counter displaying various food items and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a large chandelier.

1. Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Erle

$109

$117 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern interior with a wooden desk, a potted plant, a black lantern, and a wall clock.

A kitchenette with a metal samovar, stacked plates, and a display of tea boxes.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern restaurant with a long communal dining table, individual tables, and a bar area.

2. ibis Styles Gelsenkirchen

Gelsenkirchen-Mitte

$62

$66 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A buffet area with various food items and utensils.

A modern restaurant interior with a central island, clear chairs, and pendant lighting.

A neatly made bed with white linens and two teal pillows, set against a wooden headboard with a cityscape mural above.

3. Good Morning Gelsenkirchen City

Gelsenkirchen-Mitte

$56

$60 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A multi-story building with large windows, a central entrance with glass doors, and a parking garage to the right.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and metal railings, leading to an upper floor.

A long, narrow hallway with a carpeted floor, white walls, and a metallic elevator on the right.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a chair, and a large window.

4. Limehome Gelsenkirchen Hochstr.

Buer

$69

$74 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A buffet with various food options, including fruits, vegetables, and pastries.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'FlexInn,' a paved walkway, and a tree.

A modern living room with yellow sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with blinds.

A hotel reception desk with a sign for FlexInn Hotel Gelsenkirchen, a plant, and artwork on the wall.

5. FlexInn Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Buer

$75

$80 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a gym area.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a red sofa, a small table with a fruit bowl, a TV, and a minibar.

A modern multi-story building with a flat facade, balconies, and a visible sign for 'Plaza Hotel'.

A spacious restaurant with a long counter, multiple dining tables, and a patterned carpet.

6. PLAZA Hotel Gelsenkirchen

Gelsenkirchen-Mitte

$99

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An indoor restaurant with glass walls, tables, and chairs.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern bar area with a glass enclosure fire feature, comfortable seating, and a view of the city through large windows.

A multi-story hotel building with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for "Heiner's Parkhotel" on the facade.

7. Heiner's Parkhotel

Gelsenkirchen-West

$172

$184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A lobby with a large decorative wall, a wooden door, and a ceiling with blue lighting.

A modern reception desk with a chandelier, a plant, and a sign indicating Wi-Fi password availability.

A modern lounge area with wicker furniture, a large Buddha statue, and a digital art display on the wall.

A spa area with lounge chairs and a reception desk.

8. Vitalounge Hotel

Gelsenkirchen-Ost

$92

$98 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern bar area with a long counter, black bar stools, and shelves with bottles.

A modern interior with large windows, grey sofas, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a potted plant.

A modern outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the street.

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bochum

Bochum Mitte

$77

$82 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and a glass table, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.

A multi-story building with a parking sign, a storefront with a sign, and a tree in front.

A buffet with various food items and labeled containers.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a refrigerated display case with beverages.

10. Garner Hotel Bochum by IHG

Bochum Mitte

$64

$68 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern reception area with a wooden desk, large potted plants, and a mosaic wall.

A modern office space with a large meeting table, several smaller tables, and a kitchen area.

A modern hotel with a neon sign, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, a TV, a kitchen area, and a bathroom with a mirror.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtbezirke I

$104

$116 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a red chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a coffee station, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern office space with a round table, chairs, and a TV on a desk.

A modern building with a glass facade, a small kiosk, and a paved area with bollards.

12. Holiday Inn Express Oberhausen by IHG

Alt-Oberhausen

$81

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A breakfast table with various food items, a basket of bread, a bottle of water, and a 'Happy' sign.

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a green wall.

A multi-level atrium with a glass ceiling, red accents, and modern staircases.

A modern cafe with a central wooden counter, green walls, and natural light from large windows.

13. ACHAT Hotel Bochum Dortmund

Bochum Nord

$73

$78 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern reception area with a marble counter, wooden flooring, and a grid-patterned ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

A conference room with long tables, chairs, and a laptop on one table.

A buffet with various food items, including fruits, desserts, and beverages.

14. PLAZA INN Recklinghausen

Recklinghausen

$85

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A double bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted picture of a bridge.

A long, narrow hotel corridor with red carpet flooring and doors numbered 134 and 133 on either side.

A metallic door handle with a modern design.

A small bathroom with a white toilet, a sink, and a shower.

15. McDreams Hotel Essen-City

Stadtbezirke I

$54

$60 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a prominent tower, and a view of the sea.

A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, shelves with plants, and a large wall with gear designs.

16. NH Essen

Stadtbezirke I

$75

$84 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with various items.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a mirror, and a seating area with a small table and chairs.

A modern living room with a black coffee table, multiple seating options, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A modern dining area with a large table, chairs, and a view of the outside.

17. Moxy Bochum

Bochum Mitte

$79

$85 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and a bar.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and red chairs, large windows, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, seating area, and a TV.

18. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

Stadtbezirke I

$78

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A spacious kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and ample counter space.

A building with a café area featuring outdoor seating and umbrellas, a red picket fence, and well-maintained hedges.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent arched entrance and a brick facade.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a large bookshelf, and a decorative light fixture.

19. Hotel Oberhausen Neue Mitte Affiliated by Meliá

Alt-Oberhausen

$78

$84 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern interior with a large wall mural, a round table with chairs, and a decorative metal partition.

A modern building with a grid of windows, a flat roof, and a parking lot with cars.

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchair, and a wooden bookshelf.

A modern lounge area with multiple seating options including a yellow armchair, a blue armchair, and a pink chair. There are several bookshelves filled with books and decorative items.

20. Motel One Essen

Stadtbezirke I

$81

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Top neighborhoods in Gelsenkirchen

A historic stone church with a prominent central tower and arched windows.

Schalke

Schalke blends industrial heritage with football fever in this working-class Gelsenkirchen neighborhood. Explore Nordsternpark's transformed coal mining sites turned art installations, or catch a match at the massive Veltins-Arena, home to FC Schalke 04. Football fans shouldn't miss the club museum packed with blue-and-white memorabilia while families can visit the nearby ZOOM Erlebniswelt zoo. Traditional German pubs serve hearty local fare and cold Pils beer, creating the perfect pre-match atmosphere. Budget-friendly guesthouses and small hotels cater to visitors, though prices jump significantly on game days. Getting around is simple with regular bus service and regional trains at Gelsenkirchen Hauptbahnhof just minutes away.

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A historic church with a prominent clock tower and a smaller tower with a green roof.

A historic stone church with a green roof and arched windows.

A historic stone church with a prominent clock tower and a smaller adjacent building.

A historic building with a prominent tower and a large dome, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with outdoor seating.

Buer

Buer's charming historic center invites you to wander cobblestone streets lined with cream-colored buildings and traditional red-tiled roofs. The neo-Gothic Propsteikirche St. Urbanus stands tall with its impressive spires while the central square buzzes with weekly markets selling colorful produce and regional crafts. Schloss Berge offers a peaceful retreat from everyday life with its beautiful grounds. Family-run cafes and traditional gasthauses serve hearty German fare at reasonable prices, though most close by 9 PM. Accommodations are primarily cozy guesthouses in historic buildings that provide an authentic local experience. The neighborhood is easily explored on foot or via the convenient tram and S-Bahn connections.

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A large blue sphere with yellow polka dots, supported by red pillars, with a red crane structure on top, set in a fenced park area.

A bridge over a river with greenery on both sides.

A rustic wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pond.

A circus tent with a red and yellow striped canopy, surrounded by Christmas decorations and trees.

A river with a white tent-like structure, a red bridge, and lush greenery.

Gelsenkirchen-Mitte

Gelsenkirchen-Mitte beautifully blends industrial heritage with modern culture. Explore ZOOM Erlebniswelt's interactive exhibits or wander through Nordsternpark, where old mining structures now host art installations. The impressive Musiktheater im Revier stands as a cultural beacon, offering world-class performances against a backdrop of the area's working-class roots. Traditional German restaurants serve hearty Ruhr specialties while budget-friendly hotels cluster near the central station. The neighborhood's excellent rail connections make it perfect for travelers wanting to explore both the city and wider region. Most attractions are within walking distance, with local buses running frequently.

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Altstadt Gelsenkirchen

The Altstadt Gelsenkirchen neighborhood has lots to offer, and visitors mention the friendly people when talking about this area of Gelsenkirchen.

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A large indoor stadium with a soccer field, surrounded by spectator stands.

Erle

Erle offers a slice of genuine suburban German life with leafy streets and neighborhood pubs serving hearty regional fare. Soccer fans flock to the impressive Veltins-Arena, while nature lovers appreciate the nearby Resser Mark forest and Nordsternpark. This quiet residential district showcases the Ruhr region's transformation from industrial past to family-friendly present. Small guesthouses and family-run pensions provide budget-friendly places to stay with personal host interaction. Local buses connect you to Gelsenkirchen's attractions, though having a car helps. The peaceful evenings and authentic atmosphere make Erle perfect for travelers seeking a relaxed home base away from tourist crowds.

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Top landmarks in Gelsenkirchen

A stadium surrounded by green fields and trees, with a clear sky and distant buildings.

Veltins-Arena

8.8/10 (260 reviews)

You could catch an event at Veltins-Arena, a stadium in Gelsenkirchen-Ost.

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A black and white animal with orange fur, resting on a wooden log.

ZOOM Erlebniswelt

9.0/10 (32 reviews)

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to ZOOM Erlebniswelt, located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from central Gelsenkirchen. If you have fun at ZOOM Erlebniswelt, you'll love Cranger Kirmes and Ruhr Museum, both located nearby.

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Golf Club Schloss Horst

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

You might want to practice your swing at Golf Club Schloss Horst, a golf course located 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from central Gelsenkirchen.

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Nordsternpark

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Nordsternpark in Gelsenkirchen-Mitte. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Tetrahedon Bottrop and Berne Park, both nearby.

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Schloss Berge

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Schloss Berge— just one of the monuments in Buer.

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Alma Park

If thrills are what you're after, head to Alma Park, located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Gelsenkirchen. If you have fun at Alma Park, you'll love ZOOM Erlebniswelt and Cranger Kirmes, both located nearby.

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Hans-Sachs-Haus

Hans-Sachs-Haus is worth a pic or two when discovering Gelsenkirchen-Mitte.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best cheap things to do in Gelsenkirchen?

Sightseeing doesn't have to break the bank. For some things to do in Gelsenkirchen, you can get outdoors at Nordsternpark.