🇩🇪 Bochum, Germany
Ostmeier
📍 35, Westring, Bochum, 44787
Photo: official website
Your stay — Ostmeier
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The Property — Ostmeier
The Ostmeier hotel in Bochum is a no-frills, welcoming 3-star property that feels like a solid, if unassuming, base for your stay. The decor is straightforward, with a mix of modern and traditional touches that reflect the city's industrial heritage. The real draw is the staff's friendly, helpful attitude, which makes up for the hotel's slightly worn-around-the-edges feel. It's a great choice for budget-conscious solo travellers or couples looking for an uncomplicated, hassle-free stay.
Chronicles of Bochum
Bochum has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was a small fishing village. Over the centuries, it grew into a major industrial centre, earning the nickname 'city of a thousand hills' due to its many coal mines and steelworks. Today, Bochum is a thriving cultural hub, with a vibrant arts scene and a mix of modern architecture and preserved industrial heritage buildings. The city's cultural identity is shaped by its history, with many museums and cultural institutions dedicated to its industrial past. Visitors can explore the Zeiss Planetarium, the German Mining Museum, or the iconic Langendreersee lake.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bochum guide →Best months
June and September are ideal months to visit Bochum, as the weather is warm and sunny, with average highs around 22°C (72°F), and the crowds are relatively small compared to the peak summer months.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak tourist month, with the Bochum Total Festival drawing large crowds and driving up hotel prices. The festival showcases the city's cultural diversity with music, food, and art from around the world.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are great shoulder months for budget-conscious travellers, with mild temperatures (average highs around 17°C/63°F) and fewer crowds. Prices are lower than in the peak season, and you can still enjoy the city's cultural events and festivals.
Weather & packing
Bochum's climate is marked by frequent rain showers, so pack an umbrella and waterproof jacket to be prepared. It's also a good idea to bring layers, as the temperature can drop significantly at night, even in the summer.
Live City Briefing — Bochum
- Bochum's new tram line (U35) has been extended to the city centre, making it easier to get around without a car. The Bochum Hauptbahnhof has also been renovated, with improved facilities and a new entrance. The city's popular Langendreersee lake is undergoing a major renovation, but the surrounding park remains open for visitors to enjoy.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ostmeier, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally above the 3rd floor (if available), as the Westring is a main road and traffic noise may be more noticeable on lower floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the Westring, especially on the ground floor or 1st floor, as they may be more prone to noise from traffic and pedestrians.
Best views
There are no specific view options mentioned, but rooms on higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding area.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-6 are likely to be the quietest, as they are higher up and away from the main road.
🔊 Noise notes
The Westring is a main road, so expect some traffic noise, especially during rush hour. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the street may also pick up noise from pedestrians and nearby businesses.
Insider tips
Be aware that the hotel has a flat-rate parking fee, so it's worth considering this when booking a room. If you're planning to use public transport, note that the hotel is close to several bus stops, including one on the Westring, making it easily accessible by bus.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ostmeier
free 'Basic' tier (1 Mbps), paid 'Premium' tier (100 Mbps) for €10 per day, login via room key card
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) via in-room tablet
14:00 - 22:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 15:00, €20 fee after
available at front desk during reception hours, €5 per piece per day
step-free access, wheelchair ramp at main entrance, accessible rooms available upon request
on-site parking lot available, €15 per night; nearest public car park: 'Parkhaus Bochum Hbf', €2 per hour, €12 per day; no EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit, €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Gebetshaus Bochum (100 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: Ditib-Zentralmoschee (131 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Fatih-Camii (241 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Auferstehungskirche (573 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
City-Point — 751 m · ~9 min walk
Appolonia-Pfaus-Park — 868 m · ~11 min walk
Stadtarchiv — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
ROTTSTR 5 Theater — 172 m · ~2 min walk
Spielplatz Schmidtstraße — 280 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 337 m · ~4 min walk
Blaue Apotheke — 325 m · ~4 min walk
Abuelita' s Tienda Mexicana — 408 m · ~5 min walk
Bochum West — 555 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at airports and tourist areas due to poor rates.
Cards (EC/Maestro, Visa, Mastercard) and contactless/mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) widely accepted in shops and restaurants, but small eateries may prefer cash.
Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis: round up to the next euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard filter coffee at a bakery or cafe costs around €2-3.
A döner kebab or similar takeaway sandwich, often €4-6.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant (e.g. schnitzel with chips) is typically €10-15.
The area around the main shopping streets (e.g. Kortumstraße) has döner stands, bakeries with savoury pastries, and Asian takeaway options for affordable eats.
Common budget supermarkets include Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe.
C&A, H&M, and department stores like Galeria on Kortumstraße are typical for affordable high-street shopping.
A single bus/tram ticket costs about €3.40; a day pass (Tagesticket) for one person is around €8.30. From the airport (Düsseldorf or Dortmund), the cheapest option is a regional train (e.g. RE1 or RE11) with a VRR day ticket covering the full journey (from Düsseldorf about €15-20).
Buy a day pass (Tagesticket) if making multiple trips. Shop at discount supermarkets (Aldi, Lidl) for groceries. Look for lunch specials (Mittagstisch) at restaurants for cheaper meals.
Good to know — Bochum
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bochum, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ostmeier
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 337 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Blaue Apotheke — 325 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Bochum Hauptbahnhof → Rathaus Nord (City Max). 3 min walk.
💡 Exit at 'Rathaus Nord' and walk 200m south on Huestraße. The hotel entrance is at Huestraße 29, a yellow facade.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Bochum Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy ticket online or at the DB machine near the platform. From the Hauptbahnhof, take tram 308 or 318 to 'Haven Hotels' stop – 10 mins ride, single ticket €2.90.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) – Airport terminal station → Bochum Hauptbahnhof (main station)
💡 Buy a SchönerTagTicket NRW (€27 for one person, covers unlimited local trains all day). From Bochum Hbf, take bus 336/346 or tram 302/306 to 'Wasserturm' stop – Hotel Fey is a 3-minute walk.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Hotel Charlottenhof, Bochum
💡 Pre-book with say Moia or Taxi Bochum for a fixed rate – street taxis at the airport can charge up to €150. Split the fare if you’re travelling with two or more.
Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof (accessible via airport SkyTrain) → Bochum Hauptbahnhof
💡 A SchönerTagTicket NRW (€25.60) covers the entire journey including tram to hotel – perfect if arriving after 9am.
Düsseldorf Airport Station → Bochum Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a VRR ticket at the DB machine – covers onward tram. Sit in car 1 for quicker exit at Bochum Hbf.
Bochum Hauptbahnhof → Haven Hotels
💡 Buy a 4-Fahrten-Ticket (€10.70) if staying more than a day – covers four single journeys. Validate it in the machine on the tram.
Bochum Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Beckmannshof (station: Brückstraßenviertel)
💡 Get a day ticket for €6.70 if you plan multiple trips. Tram 308 is slightly faster at peak times.
Bochum Hauptbahnhof (Bussteig C) → Hotel Beckmannshof (stop: Beckmannshof)
💡 Less frequent than the tram, but drops you right by the hotel entrance. Use for late evening arrivals if trams are on reduced service.
Düsseldorf Airport train station (SkyTrain to terminal) → Bochum Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy the VRR day ticket for €29.80; it covers the airport train and all trams/buses in Bochum for the day. Validate it at the platform machine.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Bochum Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a flexible ticket online (e.g., via DB Navigator app) so you can hop on any train. Avoid the hourly ICE; the cheaper RE1 or RE6 takes only 10 minutes longer and runs more often.
Bochum Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Charlottenhof (stop: Schauspielhaus or Bermuda3Eck)
💡 Use the VRR app or ticket machine at the station – buy a single ‘Kurzstrecke’ (short-journey ticket) for €1.90 if you only need one stop. Exit at Schauspielhaus and it’s a flat 3-minute walk to the hotel.
About Bochum
Wikipedia ↗
Bochum (, BOHKH-uum; US: -əm; German: [ˈboːxʊm] ; Westphalian: Baukem) is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia. With a population of 372,348 (April 2023), it is the sixth-largest city (after Cologne, Düsseldorf, Dortmund, Essen and Duisburg) in North Rhine-Westphalia, the most populous German federal ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ostmeier?
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally above the 3rd floor (if available), as the Westring is a main road and traffic noise may be more noticeable on lower floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ostmeier?
Avoid rooms facing the Westring, especially on the ground floor or 1st floor, as they may be more prone to noise from traffic and pedestrians.
Is Ostmeier noisy?
The Westring is a main road, so expect some traffic noise, especially during rush hour. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the street may also pick up noise from pedestrians and nearby businesses.
Which rooms have the best views at Ostmeier?
There are no specific view options mentioned, but rooms on higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding area.
What are insider tips for staying at Ostmeier?
Be aware that the hotel has a flat-rate parking fee, so it's worth considering this when booking a room. If you're planning to use public transport, note that the hotel is close to several bus stops, including one on the Westring, making it easily accessible by bus.
What time is check-in at Ostmeier?
Check-in at Ostmeier is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ostmeier have Wi-Fi?
free 'Basic' tier (1 Mbps), paid 'Premium' tier (100 Mbps) for €10 per day, login via room key card
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ostmeier?
€2.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ostmeier?
A döner kebab or similar takeaway sandwich, often €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ostmeier?
A single bus/tram ticket costs about €3.40; a day pass (Tagesticket) for one person is around €8.30. From the airport (Düsseldorf or Dortmund), the cheapest option is a regional train (e.g. RE1 or RE11) with a VRR day ticket covering the full journey (from Düsseldorf about €15-20).
When is the best time to visit Bochum?
June and September are ideal months to visit Bochum, as the weather is warm and sunny, with average highs around 22°C (72°F), and the crowds are relatively small compared to the peak summer months.
Top Attractions in Bochum
💡 Pop inside on weekdays to see the restored Renaissance staircase. For free, pick up a self-guided walking tour map from the tourist info desk inside – it covers 10 other free sights within 15 minutes' walk.
💡 The tower is not usually open, but the foyer has free exhibitions of local history. Visit just before lunch for fewer people.
💡 Visit during the afternoon when it's quieter. Grab a coffee from a cheap bakery and people-watch. Avoid the overpriced tourist bars on weekends.
💡 The viewing platform is only open during weekday office hours. Go at noon to see the carillon (glockenspiel) chime from the tower.
💡 The building looks best in late afternoon light. Walk around the back to see the small courtyard with a fountain.
💡 Visit during spring for the rhododendron blooms, or bring a flask and sit by the main pond — it's quieter than the city centre.
💡 The café near the lake has decent coffee and cake, but if you want a proper meal, bring a picnic. The playground is small but good for kids under 10.
💡 Skip the paid underground tour if you're on a strict budget — the free outdoor pithead and machinery displays are just as impressive.