Boundless Comfort - No Compromises Accessibility is a vital part of our offer - from cozy rooms to modern event venues, our hotel is designed for full accessibility. Our hotel design caters to the needs of guests with different requirements, ensuring a self-determined and enjoyable stay without sacrificing comfort.
If you're looking for a barrier-free hotel in Essen, Hotel Franz is your ideal choice. At Hotel Franz, rooms, bathrooms, public areas, meeting rooms, and digital services are designed to be used independently, safely, and comfortably by as many people as possible.
Just as unique as your needs is our offer: we will find the right room for you and your needs and provide personal advice.
Barrier-free access for you
All nine conference rooms and the Event Hall Margarethenhöhe are 100% barrier-free, ensuring unrestricted participation. This includes level access, induction loops, visual signals, and accessible sanitary areas for events, seminars, and conferences.
Yes - all 48 rooms, public areas, and 9 conference rooms are fully accessible and wheelchair friendly. The hotel is tested and certified for accessibility.
Yes, Hotel Franz is part of the Embrace group and is completely accessible and certified accordingly.
Hotel Franz has several elevators that lead to the rooms and one that goes to the conference rooms.
You are welcome to bring your dog.
Yes, our entire building is set up barrier-free so you can feel comfortable with us.
Yes, we have an accessible sauna at Hotel Franz.
Yes, we have adapted toilets in the accessible rooms and several public adapted toilets.
In total, we offer 12 accessible and wheelchair-accessible rooms.
In an emergency, there is a panic button by the bed and in the bathroom. The reception is immediately informed and will check on you.
Upon request, we can provide the following aids: shower stools, diaper bins with lids, toilet seat raisers, grab bars for the bathroom, and a toilet wheelchair (also for showering).
The test report from “Reisen für Alle” praises our hotel:
“In the lobby, the 48 rooms, the event spaces for 8 - 300 people, the breakfast lounge, and the bar, clear design is combined with intelligent functionality.”
“The hotel's character is shaped by the friendliness and warmth of the hotel team, making guests' stays enjoyable. What makes us unique: Half of our dedicated and service-oriented team consists of individuals with disabilities.”
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We have compiled essential barrier-free tourist destinations in Essen for you in a comprehensive guide, from Museum Folkwang to Zeche Zollverein and the Philharmonie. Access details, parking information, and sanitary facilities are based on information provided by each attraction.
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