Leave far more cultured than you came, thanks to nearby artsy must-do’s like the Philharmonie concert hall, Aalto Theatre & Folkwang Museum.

Pleasant hotel has an accompanying park and a pretty little lake that are very strollworthy.

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

Come for the great location, stay for the design

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

Spot-on location in the heart, near the River Ruhr between the Essen and Dusseldorf Fair buildings (if you happen to be here for an event).

Well-connected to the motorways, so you don’t lose time getting to your destination.

The only 4-star stay in town, it’s an easy suitcase-lug from the main station.

Rooms so sleek, stylish and modern we can almost hear Kraftwerk in the air.

Choice of soft or firm pillows? Sounds like a dream come true (literally).

Whatever time you stumble in, the 24-hour front desk serves up service with a smile.

Get the night (or afternoon) started without leaving the onsite bar.

Ideal spot near the centre, steps from the Rhine, Zoo Quarter and Pempelfort district hotspots.

Within walking distance of public transportation for easy access into the centre.