Schlosshotel Hugenpoet, Essen

This 5-star Superior hotel is a 17th century castle offering luxury accommodation, award-winning cuisine, free Wi-Fi internet and free parking. It is located in Essen's south western district of Kettwig.

The spacious rooms and suites of the Schlosshotel Hugenpoet feature both modern and antique furniture. They all come with flat-screen TVs.

Guests enjoy free entrance and transfer to the nearby fitness club and sauna. Cosmetic treatments and a massage service are available in your room.

The NERO restaurant has a Michelin star and serves excellent cuisine from Wednesday to Saturday. Hearty, country-style dishes await you in the Hugenpöttchen restaurant.

Both restaurants have terraces where guests can enjoy their meals during the summer.

Tennis fans can enjoy a game of tennis on the hotel's outdoor court. The nearby Ruhr river is ideal for cycling.

A 20-minute drive will bring you to Essen city centre and Kettwig Stausee train station is 3 kilometres away.