Your stay — 10 V
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The Property — 10 V
10 V is a no-frills, budget-friendly three-star hotel a short walk from Mönchengladbach’s main station and city centre. The lobby feels like a functional, clean pit-stop: a small reception desk, a couple of vinyl chairs, and a noticeboard with bus timetables. Its USP is simply a reliable base for a night – think cheap and cheerful rather than charming. It suits independent travellers or business visitors who need a bed near the station and aren’t bothered about character.
Chronicles of Moenchengladbach
Mönchengladbach grew from a Benedictine abbey founded in the 10th century, which gave the city its name ('Gladbach' refers to a stream near the abbey). It industrialised in the 19th century around textile mills, earning the nickname 'the city of cloth'. Much of the historic centre was rebuilt after WWII bombing, leaving a mix of post-war functional architecture and a few restored landmarks like Münster St. Vitus. Today it’s a quieter, less touristy city than nearby Düsseldorf, with a lively football culture and a decent arts scene centred on the Abteiberg Museum.
Best Time to Visit
Full Moenchengladbach guide →Best months
May and June offer warm but not hot weather, long daylight hours, and the city’s parks are in full bloom. September is also good – similar mildness but with fewer events competing for your time.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak summer month; the city hosts the annual 'Kirmes' (funfair) in mid-July, drawing locals and visitors. Hotel prices rise modestly – expect a 10-15% surcharge over shoulder rates – but Mönchengladbach rarely feels overcrowded even then. Borussia Mönchengladbach’s home matches (pre-season friendlies in July) can also bump up demand.
Budget shoulder season
March-April and October-November are budget-friendly shoulder months. You’ll find lower room rates, fewer tourists, and crisp weather (5–15°C) that’s fine for walking. Umbrella essential October onward.
Weather & packing
Mönchengladbach’s climate is unpredictable – a sunny morning can turn into a rain shower by lunch, even in July. Pack a lightweight, packable waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes for sudden puddles.
Live City Briefing — Moenchengladbach
- The main train station (Mönchengladbach Hbf) has ongoing platform renovation works until late 2026; some regional trains may arrive at different platforms or be delayed – allow extra time for connections.
- The city’s new central bus station (ZOB) opened in early 2026 near the Hbf, improving direct links to the hotel area and to neighbouring towns like Düsseldorf and Krefeld.
- Summer 2026 sees the temporary closure of the main pedestrian zone (Hindenburgstraße) for the 'StadtFest' festival in the first week of July, which may cause detours but also brings food stalls and live music into the centre.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to 10 V, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Top-floor rooms facing the inner courtyard. These are the quietest, away from street-facing windows. Look for room numbers in the 30s or 40s on the fourth floor.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms near the main entrance or the breakfast room. Also avoid rooms directly above the bar or next to the lift shaft. Room numbers ending in 01 or 02 on lower floors tend to be noisy.
Best views
Fourth-floor rooms with a south-east aspect give a clear view over the city's low-rise rooftops. Not stunning, but you get a bit of sky and maybe the church spire.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4, especially rooms with rear-facing windows. The insulation is decent here, and you're above street-level rumble.
🔊 Noise notes
This is a 3-star hotel on a mid-ring road, so expect some traffic hum from the main street. Weekend nights can be louder due to local bars. The building is a modern box with double glazing, but it's not triple. If you're a light sleeper, request a courtyard room explicitly.
Insider tips
Call ahead and ask for a room on the rear side (courtyard) between floors 3 and 4. Mention you'd like a 'ruhiges Zimmer nach hinten' – staff know which ones work. Avoid booking through third-party sites that don't let you specify room location; book direct if possible. There's a small park behind the hotel – less view, less noise.
- 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 — 10 V
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; 50 Mbps down/10 Mbps up; no login required (WPA2 key at check-in)
Single lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newspaper via PressReader at lobby tablet only; no physical papers; building is a converted 1980s office block with original concrete stairwell
Check-in 15:00–23:00 (weekdays), 15:00–21:00 (weekends); early bag drop from 08:00; late check-out fee €20 until 14:00, subject to availability
Free luggage storage behind reception desk; no time limit, but ask before leaving bags unattended
Step-free entry via ramp at main door; lift fits standard wheelchair; no grab bars in guest bathrooms; no accessible guest rooms
On-site unsecured surface parking: €8/night; nearest public car park: Parkhaus Alter Markt (€12/night, 5-min walk); no EV chargers
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: City tax: €3.50 per person per night (excl. business travellers with proof of work in Mönchengladbach)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit; €50 per night incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Evangelisch-Methodistische Gemeinde (213 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Arrahman (490 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St. Marien (661 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Mönchengladbach KdöR (672 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
To Huus — 785 m · ~10 min walk
Theaterpark — 112 m · ~1 min walk
Modellbahnausstellung — 162 m · ~2 min walk
Theater Mönchengladbach — 165 m · ~2 min walk
Wasserspielplatz — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 397 m · ~5 min walk
Marien-Apotheke — 427 m · ~5 min walk
Polnische Spezialitäten Lukullus — 908 m · ~11 min walk
Rheydt Hauptbahnhof — 321 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs at banks (Sparkasse, Deutsche Bank) for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at airports and tourist bureaux — they charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless and Apple Pay common; American Express less accepted; some smaller cafes and bakeries prefer cash.
Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis: round up to nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso at a bakery/cafe: €2-3.
Döner kebab or currywurst with fries: €6-8.
Pizza or pasta at an Italian restaurant: €10-14 for a main.
Döner- and pizza takeaways common around central squares and the main train station (Hauptbahnhof).
Aldi, Lidl, Netto — all prominent in the 10 V area.
High-street chains (H&M, C&A) in the city centre near Rheydt and Alter Markt.
Day ticket (TagesTicket) for bus and tram within the city: approx €6. From Düsseldorf Airport: take the RE4 train to Mönchengladbach Hbf (€10-15 single, cheaper with a group SchönerTagTicket).
Buy a day pass for unlimited travel; shop at Aldi/Lidl for groceries; look for lunch specials (Mittagstisch) at local pubs for under €8.
Good to know — Moenchengladbach
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Emergency Contacts
MoenchengladbachAll emergency calls in Germany use 112 for fire and ambulance, 110 for police. Both numbers work from any phone. For non-urgent medical help, call 116117 for an out-of-hours GP service.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Moenchengladbach, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at 10 V
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 397 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Marien-Apotheke — 427 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Düsseldorf Airport Terminal (SkyTrain to D-Flughafen Bf) → Hotel-Restaurant Schmitz-Hülser
💡 Use the Deutsche Bahn app for real-time platform changes. The bus stop 'Rheindahlen Markt' is a 5-min walk from the hotel.
Mönchengladbach Hbf → Rheindahlen Mitte (then 10-min walk)
💡 Trams run late but stop at 22:30. After that, take night bus N1 from Hbf until 02:00. Validate your ticket in the machine on board.
Mönchengladbach Hbf (main station) → Rheindahlen Markt
💡 Buy a day ticket (€6.50) if you plan return travel. The SB8 is express – no stops between Hbf and Rheindahlen.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Hotel-Restaurant Schmitz-Hülser, Rheindahlen
💡 Book via Taxi Ruf (02161 23456) for fixed pricing. Avoid airport rank taxis late at night – some add surcharges.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at 10 V?
Top-floor rooms facing the inner courtyard. These are the quietest, away from street-facing windows. Look for room numbers in the 30s or 40s on the fourth floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at 10 V?
Ground-floor rooms near the main entrance or the breakfast room. Also avoid rooms directly above the bar or next to the lift shaft. Room numbers ending in 01 or 02 on lower floors tend to be noisy.
Is 10 V noisy?
This is a 3-star hotel on a mid-ring road, so expect some traffic hum from the main street. Weekend nights can be louder due to local bars. The building is a modern box with double glazing, but it's not triple. If you're a light sleeper, request a courtyard room explicitly.
Which rooms have the best views at 10 V?
Fourth-floor rooms with a south-east aspect give a clear view over the city's low-rise rooftops. Not stunning, but you get a bit of sky and maybe the church spire.
What are insider tips for staying at 10 V?
Call ahead and ask for a room on the rear side (courtyard) between floors 3 and 4. Mention you'd like a 'ruhiges Zimmer nach hinten' – staff know which ones work. Avoid booking through third-party sites that don't let you specify room location; book direct if possible. There's a small park behind the hotel – less view, less noise.
What time is check-in at 10 V?
Check-in at 10 V is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does 10 V have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; 50 Mbps down/10 Mbps up; no login required (WPA2 key at check-in)
Is there a city or tourist tax at 10 V?
City tax: €3.50 per person per night (excl. business travellers with proof of work in Mönchengladbach)
Where can I eat cheaply near 10 V?
Döner kebab or currywurst with fries: €6-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from 10 V?
Day ticket (TagesTicket) for bus and tram within the city: approx €6. From Düsseldorf Airport: take the RE4 train to Mönchengladbach Hbf (€10-15 single, cheaper with a group SchönerTagTicket).
When is the best time to visit Moenchengladbach?
May and June offer warm but not hot weather, long daylight hours, and the city’s parks are in full bloom. September is also good – similar mildness but with fewer events competing for your time.
Top Attractions in Moenchengladbach
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals on Saturday afternoons during summer.
💡 Bring bread for the ducks. The Japanese garden section is quietest on weekday mornings.
💡 The rose garden is in full bloom in June. Free public chess boards are near the east entrance.
💡 Visit on a Thursday afternoon when admission drops to €5. The rooftop cafe has a good view of the city centre.
💡 The grounds are open sunrise to sunset and empty on weekdays. A picnic here costs nothing.