Dein Aufenthalt — Hotel Ri
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Das Eigentum — Hotel Ri
Hotel Ri is a no-frills three-star on Esslingen’s northern edge, a ten-minute walk from the Altstadt. The lobby is functional, with a front desk that gets you keys fast, a small seating area, and a breakfast room that fills up early. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a clean, quiet base and don’t care about character — think business visitors and couples using Esslingen as a day-trip base to Stuttgart.
Chroniken von Esslingen
Esslingen grew from a Roman fort into a free imperial city by the 13th century, making its medieval Altstadt one of the best-preserved in Baden-Württemberg. The Neckar river powered its 19th-century industrial boom — Mercedes-Benz was founded here in 1924 — while the old town was largely untouched by WWII bombing. Today the city balances its half-timbered lanes and Gothic town hall with a modern university vibe and a strong wine-making tradition on the surrounding hillsides.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Esslingen-Guide →Die besten Monate
May to June and September: warm enough for riverside walks, with fewer crowds than July–August; the city’s annual wine festival in late August/early September draws good weather reliably.
Peak / Festival Surge
July–August is peak school-holiday season; hotel prices rise 20–30% and the medieval market in late July packs the town. The Esslinger Weindorf (wine festival) in late August/early September is another crowd magnet.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October offer 30–40% cheaper rates, with mild temperatures (10–18°C) and empty streets, though rain is more likely.
Wetter & Verpackung
The city sits in the Neckar valley and gets sudden summer thunderstorms that drop temperatures sharply. Pack a waterproof jacket and a light sweater even in July.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Esslingen
- The K1 bus between Esslingen station and Hotel Ri stops running after 22:00 weekdays; the night service N1 runs hourly from the station.
- The city’s 2026 summer wine festival runs 29 August – 6 September along the Marktplatz, so July–August visitors will see the pavilions being erected.
- A major construction project on the Berliner Strasse bridge will close the direct footpath from the hotel to the Altstadt until late 2026; use the Gutenbergstrasse bypass (adds 5 minutes).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Ri, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above 3rd floor) as the hotel is located on a main road in Esslingen, and rooms on lower floors might be noisier due to street traffic. The elevator is on every floor, so you'll have easy access to your room.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor as they may be noisier due to the hotel's service entrance and potential pedestrian traffic.
Best views
Rooms on the north side might have a view of the surrounding cityscape, but the hotel's address on a main road means that views might be partially obstructed by buildings.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some road noise, especially during rush hour, as the hotel is situated on a main road in Esslingen.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's free parking, but be aware that spaces are limited and may fill up quickly. Check-in is a straightforward process, but consider arriving slightly early to ensure you can park your vehicle.
- 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 Einrichtungen — Hotel Ri
free, 100 Mbps speed, login via room number and last name
serves all floors, historic wing has stairs-only access
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), no physical papers
check-in from 15:00, early bag-drop from 10:00, late check-out until 12:00 (EUR 20 fee)
available at reception, EUR 5 per item per day
step-free access, wheelchair-accessible entrance, some rooms with adapted bathrooms, historic sections have structural limitations
on-site parking available (EUR 15 per night), nearest public car park (P1 Esslingen) is EUR 10 per day, no EV charging available
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: EUR 2.50 per person per night (Monday to Thursday), EUR 3.00 per person per night (Friday to Sunday)
Deposit & card hold: EUR 50 advance deposit, credit card hold of EUR 100 for incidental expenses
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: VIA Esslingen (324 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Moschee Esslingen Fatih Camii (455 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Versöhnungskirche (455 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St. Albertus Magnus (546 m · ~7 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
DAS ES — 2.7 km · ~33 min walk
Lammgarten — 339 m · ~4 min walk
Villa Merkel — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Studiobühne — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Diakonissengarten — 527 m · ~7 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
BW-Bank — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Rosenau Apotheke — 8 m · ~1 min walk
Kahraman's Feinkost — 494 m · ~6 min walk
Oberesslingen — 373 m · ~5 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
You can exchange money at Esslinger Volksbank or Deutsche Bank branches, or withdraw cash from ATMs. Be aware that airport bureaux de change and tourist areas often offer poor exchange rates.
Contactless and mobile payments are widely accepted in local shops, cafes, and restaurants. Credit cards are also widely accepted, but some small shops might only accept cash or EC cards.
Tipping in Germany is generally less common, but 5-10% in restaurants and bars is acceptable. For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare or giving 5-10% is sufficient.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee from a local bakery or café typically costs around €2-€3.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst from a street food stall or a local fast-food place, costing around €5-€7.
A affordable dinner option is a meal at a local Gasthaus (inn) or a mid-range restaurant, with a main course costing around €15-€25.
Street food is available in the town center, especially around the Marktplatz.
Aldi, Lidl, and Rewe are common budget supermarket chains in the area.
Affordable high-street shopping can be found in the town center, with several second-hand and vintage shops along the main streets.
A single ticket for public transport costs around €2-€3, and a day pass is available for €6-€8. From the airport, take the S-Bahn (S1) to Esslingen station, then transfer to a regional train.
Buy a public transport day pass for unlimited travel, use cashback apps for shopping, and avoid eating at touristy restaurants for better value.
Gut zu wissen — Esslingen
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Esslingen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Ri
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BW-Bank — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk — pharmacy · Rosenau Apotheke — 8 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Find train tickets →Esslingen station (ZOB) → Büroma-Apart Suites (stop: Weilstraße)
💡 Buy a Tageskarte (day pass, €6.50) if you'll take more than two trips — covers all buses and trams in Esslingen. The 113 runs directly past the hotel entrance.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Esslingen (Neckar) station
💡 Use the VVS app to buy a single ticket (€2.50-€3.80) before boarding. Avoid the pricier Deutsche Bahn machines for short trips. From Esslingen station, it's a 10-minute walk or one stop on bus 113 to Büroma-Apart Suites.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) tram stop → Esslingen (alternate route via Stuttgart city)
💡 This option takes longer but avoids S-Bahn crowds. Changes at Stuttgart Hbf to S1 — or just stay on the U1 to Vaihingen then walk 10 mins to Esslingen. Only do this if the S-Bahn is cancelled.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Büroma-Apart Suites Esslingen
💡 Cash is king for German taxis — many don't accept cards. Pre-book with Taxi Esslingen (+49 711 550001) for a fixed €38-€42 rate, cheaper than airport rank.
Über Esslingen
Wikipedia ↗
Esslingen am Neckar (German pronunciation: [ˈɛslɪŋən ʔam ˈnɛkaʁ], lit. 'Esslingen on the Neckar'; Alemannic German: Esslenga; until 16 October 1964 officially Eßlingen am Neckar) is a city in the Stuttgart Region of Baden-Württemberg in southern Germany, seat of the District of Esslingen. Within Bad...
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What are the best rooms at Hotel Ri?
Request a room on a higher floor (above 3rd floor) as the hotel is located on a main road in Esslingen, and rooms on lower floors might be noisier due to street traffic. The elevator is on every floor, so you'll have easy access to your room.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Ri?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor as they may be noisier due to the hotel's service entrance and potential pedestrian traffic.
Is Hotel Ri noisy?
Be prepared for some road noise, especially during rush hour, as the hotel is situated on a main road in Esslingen.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Ri?
Rooms on the north side might have a view of the surrounding cityscape, but the hotel's address on a main road means that views might be partially obstructed by buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Ri?
Take advantage of the hotel's free parking, but be aware that spaces are limited and may fill up quickly. Check-in is a straightforward process, but consider arriving slightly early to ensure you can park your vehicle.
What time is check-in at Hotel Ri?
Check-in at Hotel Ri is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Ri have Wi-Fi?
free, 100 Mbps speed, login via room number and last name
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Ri?
EUR 2.50 per person per night (Monday to Thursday), EUR 3.00 per person per night (Friday to Sunday)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Ri?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst from a street food stall or a local fast-food place, costing around €5-€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Ri?
A single ticket for public transport costs around €2-€3, and a day pass is available for €6-€8. From the airport, take the S-Bahn (S1) to Esslingen station, then transfer to a regional train.
When is the best time to visit Esslingen?
May to June and September: warm enough for riverside walks, with fewer crowds than July–August; the city’s annual wine festival in late August/early September draws good weather reliably.
Top-Attraktionen in Esslingen
💡 Check their website for free entry days (often the first Sunday of the month). The building itself is worth a look from the outside even if closed.
💡 Go early on a weekday to avoid crowds; the path up is steep but short, about a 10-minute climb from the old town edge.
💡 Bring bread for the ducks and swans. The park has a small kiosk for ice cream in summer.
💡 For the best view, climb the stairs up to the castle ruins Burg Esslingen for a panorama of the rooftops and vineyards.
💡 Walk through the vineyard paths to the top for a sunset view. The tower is not always open to climb, but the grounds are always accessible.