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stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen

Suburban hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Serves lunch and dinner
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Meeting facility
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Parkallee 3, Gelsenkirchen, NW, 45891
  • Veltins-Arena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • ZOOM Erlebniswelt
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Movie Park Germany
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Dortmund (DTM)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite (Arena)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Gelsenkirchen

At stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Veltins-Arena and 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from ZOOM Erlebniswelt. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Restaurant, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. 4779 square feet (444 square metres) of event facilities include 9 meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Erle hotel include Alpincenter Bottrop and Movie Park Germany.

What's nearby

  • Veltins-Arena - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • ZOOM Erlebniswelt - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Golf Club Schloss Horst - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Movie Park Germany - 13 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Starlight Express Theater - 17 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Gelsenkirchen Buer Süd Station - 6 min drive
  • VELTINS-Arena Station - 13 min walk
  • Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Glueck auf brauhaus sutum - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Schloss Berge - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hugo 1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪L'Osteria - ‬17 min walk

About this property

stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen

Suburban hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 4779 square feet (444 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen. Parking is available for a fee.

This Gelsenkirchen hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 158 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 4779 sq ft of conference space
  • 444 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2005
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen offers 158 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 41-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 966 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Covered parking on site (EUR 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 19 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 4,779 square feet of conference space
  • 9 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (120 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (140 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 41-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 19 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

Stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

As of 26 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen on 27 Mar 2025 start from NZ$176.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

Yep, stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen has a covered self car park for EUR 10 per day.

Are there any beaches close to stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

The closest beach to stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen is Seaside Beach Baldeney (17.1 km).

Is stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen is a hit with families.

Does stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is available weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

No, stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Mediterranean cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen?

No, pets are not allowed.

stays by friends Hotel Arena Gelsenkirchen Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 367 out of 708 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 708 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 708 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 708 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 708 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic and helpful, Hotel is gorgeous and the food was great. Recommending to family & friends and will be returning for future visits.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl-Heinz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr gutes einchecken, nettes Personal
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mick

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property close to arena
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frantisek

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

D J

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel nice staff Stayed night of England Slovakia euro 2024 plus one further night Only complaint was that the drink prices were Raised 2 euros on day of game even for residents, above advertised prices This is blatant profiteering,as residents should have been charged prices as advertised on price boards Room good Staff good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were very disappointed that the display cabinet in our room had no ornaments which had a deleterious effect on the enjoyment of our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet right by the stadium if that’s u like
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Manuel

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extortion
Uncomfortable beds, no toiletries, minimum towels of low quality. Rooms need major updating. Gym with ancient machines and nioy clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvin, Island Park

Travelled with family
It was nice and beautiful. Staff were all very friendly. Made me feel like I was home and treated with respect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must stay here if going to VELTINS-Arena arena!
Literally on grounds of VELTINS-Arena arena. Made going to Euro game just an unreal experience to just be at the hotel. Really also pretty modern and great bar/ restaurant, service, rooms good- would definitely come back if going to a game.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Pllumb

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for attending the football matches
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Babak

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The front desk receptionist was not knowledgeable, I asked if there were any bottle waters in the room, the receptionist said no. So we purchased multiple bottles of water, whenwe got to the room, there was a complimentary bottle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

MARCELO

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel in Europe...
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Mick

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointed in restaurant
Ok room but extremely disappointing experience in restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Frantisek

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Miroslav

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was brilliant for all walks of life. I felt at home away from home.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was a very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hagob

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022