Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG in Essen
✅ Excellent cleanliness rated 10/10 across multiple reviews ✅ Prime location directly across from Essen main station, very convenient for travelers ✅ Spacious and comfortable rooms with air conditioning and soundproofing ✅ Friendly and helpful staff noted in many guest comments ✅ Good breakfast buffet praised as fresh and worth the price ✅ Bar called out positively, especially Jimmy’s Bar for atmosphere and service ❌ Noise from the busy train station and street can disturb light sleepers ❌ No minibar or complimentary water in rooms was a disappointment to some guests ❌ Outside environment described as less pleasant, with mentions of construction noise and a rough neighborhood ❌ Parking is not available onsite; nearby garage parking can be costly and street parking is uncertain ❌ Some guests found breakfast quality inconsistent, with a few describing it as poor
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Description
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG is a historic hotel built in 1912 and renovated in 2008, offering 198 modern rooms ranging from Standard Single to Double Suite. Located centrally with air conditioning, soundproof rooms, and family-friendly options, it serves both business and leisure travelers. Facilities include a restaurant with buffet breakfast, a bar, meeting rooms, and amenities such as free WiFi, express check-in/out, and accessibility features. The hotel is known for its cleanliness, rated 10/10, and a strong location score of 10/10. While rooms are spacious and comfortable, guests should note some noise from the surrounding urban environment, typical for a hotel directly adjacent to Essen’s main train station. The staff is frequently praised for friendliness and helpfulness. Parking requires using nearby garages, with QPark Gildehof being the closest option. Pets are not allowed except service animals, and breakfast is served buffet style with Western and American options. The hotel accepts major credit cards and requires guests to be at least 18 years old to check in.
Location
The hotel is situated at Am Hauptbahnhof 2, directly opposite Essen’s main train station (Essen Hbf), making transportation extremely convenient. Key landmarks like the Equestrian Monument to Emperor Wilhelm I and the Cathedral Treasury are within 300-370 meters. Dining options nearby include Restaurant Pfefferkorn Essen at 223 meters, Café Solo at 257 meters, and the Italian restaurant Vapiano just 261 meters away. Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) is approximately 26 km from the hotel, accessible for travelers arriving by air. The central location places guests within easy reach of shopping, cultural sites, and Essen’s city center attractions.
Tips
- If you are a light sleeper, bring ear plugs due to train and street noise near the hotel.
- Consider using nearby parking garages as onsite parking is unavailable and street parking is limited.
- Take advantage of the hotel's central location to explore nearby dining options and landmarks within walking distance.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Western, American, Continental Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: JSB, Visa, UnionPay, AmericanExpress, MasterCard, DinersClub
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Newspapers
- Express check-in/check-out
- Television in lobby
- Fire Extinguisher
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Soundproof rooms
- Family room
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Luggage storage
- Safe-deposit box
- Dry-cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spanish
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Multi-language staff
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- First Aid Kit
- Pets allowed (under 5 kg) (surcharge)
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Reviews
However, as a business traveller, I value comfort and security. And the area outside the hotel lacks both, it's a dystopian view. There's no Minibar or complementary water (a bummer after a long trip) and out of 3 nights, I got awaken by noises in the courtyard.
Breakfast is decent and the room size too. Renovated enough, this can be really good value.
The staff were welcoming and the breakfast was also very good.
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Frequently asked questions about Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
Are pets allowed at Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG?
Pets are not allowed at this hotel, but service animals are permitted.
What types of rooms are available at this hotel?
Room types include Standard Single room, Standard Double room, Premium Triple room, Premium Double room, Premium Family Double room, and Double Suite.
How close is the hotel to major landmarks in Essen?
The hotel is within 304 meters of the Equestrian Monument to Emperor Wilhelm I and 369 meters from the Cathedral Treasury.
Is breakfast included and what kind is served?
Breakfast is served buffet style featuring Western, American, and Continental options. It is not included in the room price and must be paid separately at the hotel.
What parking options are available for guests?
There is no onsite parking. Nearby covered parking is available at QPark Gildehof for about €12 per day/night. Street parking availability and cost vary.
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Hotel prices for: July - August 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 69 USD The best time to book is July 3, with rates starting from 69 USD