Center, EssenCenter in Essen, Germany has a corrected score of 2.4 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 34 of 40 hotels we score in Essen. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.1 before correction: Booking.com 2.4, Tripadvisor 1.9.Center Hotel Essen is a two-star, smoke-free establishment located in the Stadtkern district. It sits 300 metres from Essen Central Station, making it a practical choice for business travellers and sightseers using public transport. The hotel contains 67 rooms equipped with satellite television and offers a daily buffet breakfast. Guests can access an elevator, vending machines, and private parking on-site. The surrounding area features several parks and cultural sites, alongside various restaurants and shops. While the rooms are functional and the location is central, the interior decor is somewhat dated. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building and the front desk operates 24 hours a day.What stands out

Close to central station

Daily buffet breakfast included

On-site private parking

Near local parks and shops

Watch out for

Dated room interiors

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