Ruhrtropolis Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationKastanienallee 16, Essen, GermanyShow on map
7.6 · Good369 reviews
- Check-in from 5:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.0 out of 10, at Kastanienallee 16.
Central Location in Essen Ruhrtropolis Hostel, centrally located in Essen, offers a vibrant atmosphere with a shared lounge, free WiFi, and a bar. Situated near renowned attractions like Essen Cathedral and Colosseum Theater, the hostel provides easy access to the city's cultural gems.
Entertainment and Relaxation Unwind and have fun at Ruhrtropolis Hostel with amenities like a shared lounge for socializing and free WiFi for staying connected. Enjoy a friendly game of table tennis with fellow guests, adding a playful touch to your stay.
Nearby Attractions Immerse yourself in the city's charm by exploring attractions like GOP Variety Theatre Essen and Limbecker Platz, all within reach from the hostel. With the convenience of Düsseldorf Airport just 26 km away, your travel plans are made easier.
Ready to experience the vibrant city of Essen? Book your stay at Ruhrtropolis Hostel now!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Pets allowed
- Bar
- Games room
- Table tennis
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Shared kitchen
- Evening entertainment
Rooms
7.6
Good
Rated 7.6 out of 10 by 369 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness5.5
- Service9.0
- Location9.0
- Rooms6.5
- Amenities7.5
- Value7.9
- Food & drink7.0
Guests mention
Good serviceCentral locationHelpful staffCleanliness praised by some
IwanGermanyPreis Leistung in der Not erfüllt 🤙!
Das es um die späte Uhrzeit, und für den Preis noch super reibungslos geklappt hat. Vor allem das ich das Glück hatte das Gemeinschaftszimmer für mich alleine bekam. 👌
Keine Dusche auf meiner Etage gehabt.
Die…
BarbaraGermanyMir hat es sehr gut gefallen. Es war schnell zu finden vom Bahnhof aus. Die Stadt ist schnell zu erreichen.
Die Matratzen könnten mal erneuert werden. Und praktisch wäre, auf den Einzelzimmer, eventuell ein…
AhmedGermanyWegen der Bettwanzen kann ich diese Unterkunft leider nicht empfehlen.
Die Lage war in Ordnung und der Check-in war unkompliziert.
Leider gab es Bettwanzen im Zimmer. Ich wurde während der Nacht mehrfach gebissen und konnte kaum schlafen. Das ist aus hygienischer Sicht völlig inakzeptabel.…
JuliaPolandNice place
Check in and out was really easy
Key card to enter room and hostel as well
Shared bathroom in the room
Nice people
Atmosphere in the bar downstairs
Cheap
Common kitchen
On the one floor was only one toilet per one…
Ana MariaPortugalA experiência poderia ser melhor com uma maior atenção à limpeza e ao asseio
Localização
Falta de limpeza no quarto e quer as toalhas quer os lençóis não estavam bem lavados
Luis MiguelColombiaCheap and old
Close to Essen HBF. Room was spacious. Works for a really short SOLO stay if you're really tight on budget
The place is really old; it seems like the main business is the bar downstairs, so they don't care too much about…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Kastanienallee 16, Essen, Germany
Guests rate the location 9.0 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 5:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Ruhrtropolis Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at Ruhrtropolis Hostel?
Check-in is from 5:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Ruhrtropolis Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Ruhrtropolis Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Ruhrtropolis Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Ruhrtropolis Hostel?
Kastanienallee 16, Essen.
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