Hotels in Düsseldorf City Centre for any type of traveller

Düsseldorf is one of the most vibrant cities in Germany. It is a leading city in the world of fashion and art, with cutting-edge buildings and a breakthrough cultural scene. In addition, it is characterized by being welcoming and pleasant to visitors.

In the following article, we want to give you a recommendation of three hotels in Düsseldorf city centre to ensure that your stay in this city is as pleasant as possible, and we also want to suggest to you many exciting plans and sights you cannot miss. We're going on a trip!

Why would you like to visit Düsseldorf?

The capital of North Rhine-Westphalia is the economic centre of Germany as it offers innovative proposals and promotes trade and the flow of the economy. In addition, it also collects a rich artistic and cultural heritage.

The structure of the city is already curious, as it points out these two facets of it: on the left side of the Rhine is the most contemporary sector of the town, while on the right side we find the historic district.

Here are some of the main reasons why you should visit this eclectic city:

Old and New Architecture

In the old town (Altstadt) you will find medieval and baroque works such as the Andreaskirche of the early 17th century, along with more modern ones designed by renowned architects.

Nightlife and fun

In the old city you will also find numerous bars, many of them offering their own craft beer. Düsseldorf has the longest chain of bars in the world: it consists of more than 260 bars and nightclubs.

Vanguard art

The Düsseldorf scene has its main foundations in fashion, advertising, film and fine arts. If you want to enjoy contemporary art, in this German city you will find hundreds of options: from galleries to film festivals, fashion events, and innovative theatrical plays.

The Ideal Shopping

In Königsallee you will find everything you can imagine. Thousands of stylish boutiques of all kinds, large stores like Breuninger and giant hypermarkets in suburban areas.

The Best Places to Stay in Düsseldorf

Next, we want to propose three wonderful hotels in Düsseldorf city centre so you can enjoy a wonderful day in Düsseldorf resting as you deserve. 

NH Düsseldorf City 

Our NH Düsseldorf City is one of the best hotels in old town Düsseldorf for a pleasant holiday in the heart of the city. It is just a few steps from the well-known shopping street Königsallee and the central station. The metro station is located in front of the hotel, and from there you can easily get anywhere. This hotel offers a modern and contemporary design, with a circular floor with glass ceiling and glass elevators with amazing aesthetics. The hotel has 322 rooms with modern furniture, TV, and free WiFi. It also has small apartments with a kitchen. The hotel also boasts an exquisite restaurant and gym. 

NH Düsseldorf Königsallee 

In the middle of the city's most famous shopping street, you'll find one of our most popular hotels: the NH Düsseldorf Königsallee. From this hotel, you can walk to the Old Town and be close to all the bars, restaurants and museums you want to visit. This hotel has 111 quiet rooms with a vintage decoration of warm colours and wood. If you want maximum comfort, you can choose from one of its fabulous suites. Great stars such as Louis Armstrong have stayed in this hotel, so imagine the quality of its service. 

NH Düsseldorf City Nord 

Another great option available at NH Hotels is the NH Düsseldorf City Nord. This hotel is a little further away than the previous ones but is wonderfully interconnected with the city, the airport, and the Fair area in Derendorf/Dusseltat. This option is more economical and quieter, being a little more remote from the bustling city centre. A few minutes away you will find the S-Bahn station, from where you can proceed to anywhere. 

The hotel has 330 quiet and bright rooms, with elegant and classic style. In them, you will find a large glass bathtub, where you can take a relaxing bath after a long day of sightseeing. All of them include free WiFi, TV, and other amenities. The hotel also features a gym, sauna, terrace, and solarium, to make your experience even more complete.

You cannot miss these nine tourist attractions!

Benrath Palace 

The Benrath Palace is located on the outskirts of Düsseldorf. It is a majestic and emblematic site that is home to the Natural History Museum, the Museum of History of the European Gardens, and the Corps de Logis. Visiting this palace is a journey in time, as it has been preserved and even today you can find original details of the time. It is also surrounded by beautiful gardens so you can take a pleasant walk. 

Rhin Tower 

It is one of the symbols of Düsseldorf. It was built in the early 1980s as a communication tower and has a height of 240 meters. On the top, there is a rotating restaurant where you can enjoy an exquisite meal while having a panoramic view of the whole city. 

Museum Art Palace of Düsseldorf 

If you want to make an enviable tour of art from classical antiquity to the present, we recommend visiting the Museum Palace of Art. It has an immense library and a theatre for 800 spectators. A place full of culture and art that you can't let go. 

Basilica of St. Lambertus 

It is a Catholic church known for housing in its interior the tomb of St. Lambert. It is characterized by its twisted wooden tower, built in this way after a fire in the 19th century. It is probably the oldest site in Düsseldorf, with documented origins dating back to 1159. 

Königsallee 

If you're a shopping lover, you'll have to go for a walk on the famous Königsallee Avenue. In fact, two of our hotels in Düsseldorf city centre are located on this street, so you can perfectly combine comfort and shopping. 

Great fashion boutiques can be found on this avenue, for example Armani, Bulgari, Gucci or Versace. It is very fun to discover these glamorous shops while you walk near the river and enjoy the aesthetics of the city. 

Wildpark 

Wildpark is a free nature reserve where you can find different wild animals: squirrels, mapaches, deers... Besides other more dangerous animals that are in protected areas. They're usually accustomed to the presence of humans, so they'll come close to you to greet you and, if not, to get some food. 

Südpark Park 

Another of the most crowded and favourite parks of the Germans, is Südpark. The entrance is also free and you can go to spend a relaxing time buried in the grass, to have a picnic with your companions, as well as to take a walk. It is the largest park in Düsseldorf, so you can spend a good time walking and seeing its beautiful lakes full of ducks and swans. 

K20 Museum 

If you're a lover of art, you can't miss the K20 museum. In it you will find the most important collection of modern art in the country. In addition, temporary exhibitions of renowned artists are regularly held. Inside you can find works by Picasso, Kandinsky or Paul Klee. 

Kaiserswerth 

It is an island on the Rhin River where the oldest neighborhood of the city is located. In this place you can see the ruins of the Kaiserpfalz, a place that will allow you to get to know the history of the city better.

Fun plans to enjoy Düsseldorf

Walk by the Rhine 

This is a classic. And it's that you can't leave a city with a big river without having taken a walk along its banks. The Rhine has many parks nearby and you can take a pleasant walk through the whole city where you can see the difference on the left side of the river with the right one. 

Visit the Medien Hafen 

In this area there is the port of the city, and it is a place where modern architecture is combined with the historical atmosphere. We recommend you explore the neighborhood, its futuristic buildings and the wide variety of restaurants and cafes that it offers. 

Düsseldorf Carnival 

It is one of the finest carnivals in Europe and also the longest in the world, being held from November 11th to Ash Wednesday. It brings together millions of people from all over the world, it is a great party and during the progressive weeks, different events are held in the old town mainly. One of the biggest festivals of Japanese culture and encounters in Europe is usually celebrated here: the Japan Tag. This is because Düsseldorf is home to a large population of Japanese immigrants. At this festival, you will find typical Japanese events, traditional food, shows, and fireworks. 

Special Gastronomy 

In Düsseldorf, you can enjoy a very versatile cuisine. If you want to eat something typical from Germany, we recommend you to go to the Altstadt neighbourhood, where you will find rich craft beer and typical dishes like the Himmel und Äd, a potato purée with apple and shrimp. 

Japanese food options are also very varied, so you can go to restaurants like Na Ni Wa where you can find delicious ramen and sushi. Of course, you will also find other more modern and cutting-edge options at MedienHafen, where you can enjoy creative and elaborate dishes. 

Kirmes am Rhein 

Kirmes am Rhein is the largest fair in the Rhine, with a tradition of more than a hundred years. On the banks of the Rhine, there are attractions, games, food and drink places, a perfect event to spend some unforgettable days with friends or family. In addition, it is combined with a whole range of exciting events: music parades, and fireworks shows, among others.

From the hotels in downtown Düsseldorf to the most exciting events in the most eclectic German city

Düsseldorf presents itself to us as an incredible destination for a magical holiday. This city is not the typical tourist destination, so you will not have to suffer the huge crowds of people, but you will also enjoy all the advantages of an exciting trip. 

In this German city you can make very diverse plans: visit museums and discover new pieces of art, see the different architectures of the city, walk along the beautiful river, spend an afternoon shopping, see wild animals just a step away from you or choose one of the impressive festivals and try to match the dates. 

We hope this guide has been useful to you and you can spend some pleasant days in one of our hotels in Düsseldorf city centre, as well as enjoy the charms of Düsseldorf. For more information, see in our website the Düsseldorf Travel Guide.