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Pott Hostel

Hostel connected to a rail/subway station in Essen with free parking

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Pott Hostel balances urban exploration with comfort. Relax on the sun-drenched terrace, grab coffee at the on-site cafe, or retreat to rooms with WiFi. Convenient location with amenities like barbecue grills and a bicycle cleaning area. A traveler favorite!

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Classic Quadruple Room | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Classic Triple Room | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Twin Room | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Stadtbezirke VII neighborhood, Pott Hostel is connected to a rail/subway station. Starlight Express Theater and Railway Museum Bochum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ruhr Museum and Ruhr Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Veltins-Arena or Grugahalle. With canoeing, fishing, and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Breloher Steig 1, Essen, NRW, 45279

What's nearby

  • Folkwang Museum - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Messe Essen - 12 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Grugahalle - 12 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site - 12 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Seaside Beach Baldeney - 16 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Essen Horst S-Bahn - 5 min walk
  • Essen-Kray Süd Station - 6 min drive
  • Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Ruhrblick - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Bolognese - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Hannappel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bootshaus Ruhreck - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Pott Hostel

Hostel located in Stadtbezirke VII
At Pott Hostel , you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi and an outdoor entertainment area are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A bicycle cleaning area, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • Charcoal grills and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • 2 bathrooms with rainfall showers and shampoo
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and communal kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks)
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Pott Hostel Essen
Pott Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Pott Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Essen

Frequently asked questions

Is Pott Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pott Hostel ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pott Hostel ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pott Hostel ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pott Hostel located?

Located in Stadtbezirke VII, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Railway Museum Bochum, Alfried Krupp Hospital Steele, and Castel Ruin Burgaltendorf. Old Synagogue and University of Duisburg-Essen are also within 6 mi (10 km). Essen Horst S-Bahn is only a 5-minute walk and Essen-Steele Ost S-Bahn is 21 minutes.

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