TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

In the heart of Essen, a short walk from the Old Synagogue and Aalto Theatre. This city-center hotel sits minutes from Messe Essen and within easy reach of Grillo-Theater, Essen Cathedral and the International Christmas Market. Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) is about 29 km away.

Edgy, modern rooms — 48 air-conditioned guestrooms with flat-screen TVs, desks and laptop-compatible safes. Bathrooms offer bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers; daily housekeeping keeps things fresh. Expect a terrace for city views, fitness facilities, a sauna and bike rentals for exploring.

Fitness center, sauna, terrace and tour/ticket assistance plus wedding services. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you connected. Self-parking is available onsite and the front desk is staffed 24/7.

Big on meetings: a conference center with about 894 m² (roughly 9,600 sq ft) of space and 10 meeting rooms, plus a 24-hour business center, computer station and complimentary high-speed wired internet.

Grab coffee at the on-site café or unwind at the bar/lounge. Room service is available, and a buffet breakfast is served daily (6:30–10:00) for a fee.