Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen, EssenFour Points Flex by Sheraton Essen in Essen, Germany has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 12 of 40 hotels we score in Essen. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.4 before correction: Booking.com 3.0, Tripadvisor 3.7, Agoda 3.4. Rooms from about $66 a night (cached, not a live quote).Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen is a 3-star superior hotel located one kilometre from the centre of Essen. It provides 174 air-conditioned rooms featuring functional workspaces and hypoallergenic bedding. The property is designed for business travellers and includes a restaurant, a lounge bar, and a business centre. Guests can access an on-site parking deck and a spa. While the rooms offer modern interiors and city views, breakfast and parking require extra fees. The hotel is situated within reasonable driving distance of Düsseldorf International Airport and Cologne.What stands out

Modern rooms with workspaces

On-site parking deck

Spa and lounge facilities

Close to the city centre

Watch out for

Extra charges for breakfast and parking

Inconsistent shower temperatures

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