Supposed to be a 4 star hotel. Heating limited, whole place smells of cigarettes, no carpets on walkways, service very limited- no help with bags, restaurant very average (and continues with the heavy cigarette theme) and a long! way from anywhere, even the Messe. I was very cold. 1 little quilt on bed, window kept fallong open and the heating is on tepid. Quite expensive too.

War hier während der Weltmeisterschaft. Ein sehr großes Hotel das ein bißchen wie ein Bürokomplex aussieht. War die beste Unterkunft, die wir auf den letzten Drücker zum Halbfinale in Dortmund bekommen konnten. Es war wirklich heiß und an Schlaf war kaum zu denken. Es war aber ruhig und für Geschäfte in der Nähe offensichtlich sehr praktisch. Sonst gibt es in der Umgebung nicht viel Interessantes. War an der Bar, hatte Frühstück und Snack, alle waren okay. Ich hasse es, für das Parken im Hotel zahlen zu müssen, es sei denn, die Lage ist wirklich topp so wie im Zentrum von London aber hier?

Stayed here during World Cup. Very large hotel looked a bit like an office block. Stayed here as best accommodation that we could get for world cup semi at Dormund at short notice. Was really hot and sleep was difficult, quite though and obviously convenient for nearby businesses. Little else of interest nearby. Used bar, breakfast and bar snacks all of which were fine. Pet hate of mine is paying for hotel parking where it is not at a premium i.e. Central London ok but here?

I have been a guest at the Skandic Essen hotel on two occasions. While it's affiliation with Hilton first captured my attention, I will definitely return on future business trips. Okay, the room size is small by American standards but the hotel is an ideal place to unwind after a hectic day. The lobby, restaurant and bar have somewhat of a familiar American feel. But the German atmosphere is evident with the great indoor pool, convenenient locker room and outstanding dry sauna facility. Amenities that would cost extra in the US; here it is N/C. I would suggest a business center, however for an obvious business hotel - this is missing. Otherwise, a good choice.