Am Schloss Borbeck, EssenAm Schloss Borbeck in Essen, Germany has a corrected score of 2.4 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 37 of 40 hotels we score in Essen. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.2 before correction: Booking.com 2.5, Agoda 1.8. Rooms from about $51 a night (cached, not a live quote).Am Schloss Borbeck is a family-run 3-star hotel situated on Borbecker Strasse in Essen. The property overlooks Schlosspark Borbeck and sits within walking distance of the local train station and the castle. It suits families and travellers needing easy transport links, offering free stays for children aged zero to five. Guest rooms include desks, wardrobes, and televisions, with some featuring minibars. On-site facilities include a restaurant serving international dishes, a bowling alley, and tennis courts. Free parking is available for guests. While the hotel offers many amenities, the 11:00 a.m. check-out time is relatively early.What stands out

Free on-site parking

International restaurant

On-site bowling alley

Near Borbeck train station

Watch out for

Early 11:00 a.m. check-out

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