One of the largest cities in Germany, Frankfurt is a modern metropolis bustling with life. With a population of over 730,000, the city is culturally and ethnically diverse with plenty of foreigners calling it home, and people coming in and out as it’s a global hub for commerce, culture, education, tourism, and transportation and the HQ of many huge international corporations. So, it’s no wonder tourists would want to come by and visit this incredible city. There are plenty of incredible things to do in Frankfurt. But as we all know, the bigger a city gets, the more expensive things tend to become. But have no fear, we’re here to tell you how to stay in Frankfurt on a budget so you don’t break the bank and still enjoy all this city has to offer. Read on to find out the top budget hotels in Frankfurt, Germany.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on December 17, 2024.
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1. Motel Plus Frankfurt am Main (from USD 69)
Motel Plus Frankfurt am Main offers great and convenient accommodation in Frankfurt, with spacious rooms fitted with elegant furnishing. Every room offers satellite TV, a large work desk, an iron, and an ironing board, as well as an en suite bathroom. The 24 hour concierge helps a lot, and a bar is available to purchase drinks. Situated in Heddernheim, travellers can easily access convenient public transport, museums, and take in skyline views.
Trip Inn Frankfurt Nordwestzentrum
Address: Erich-Ollenhauer-Ring
6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Iron Footbridge
2. Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Messe, an IHG Hotel (from USD 86)
Delicious breakfast with 'make your own pancake' machine. Excellent breakfast buffet, night pizza and beer at restaurant. Good breakfast with variety. Great breakfast, friendly staff. Limited food menu, but good breakfast options available. High-profile restaurant nearby, amazing coffee in breakfast. Good continental breakfast included, friendly staff, and clean dining area. Limited but satisfactory breakfast options with helpful staff. Decent pizza, good selection of beer, breakfast could have more options.
Affordable rates for a comfortable stay. Expensive parking.
Conveniently located with easy access to attractions. 10 min walk from city center. Close to everything, easy access to city.
Clean rooms, friendly staff, free parking, electric car charging. Basic needs covered in room, well-maintained property.
This pet-friendly 3-star accommodation offers modern facilities such as a 24-hour front desk and a gym. The hotel features a bar where you can enjoy a selection of exquisite wines, German beers, and yummy treats. When you’re hungry, the hotel staff can assist in making dinner reservations at nearby restaurants.
Each room has free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV, and a tea/coffee maker. For those traveling with children, you can request a complimentary sofa bed. During your stay, you can start your days right with the hotel’s daily buffet breakfast.
Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Messe, an IHG Hotel This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: Gutleutstraße 296
2.83 km (1.8 mi) from Iron Footbridge
3. Scandic Frankfurt Museumsufer (from USD 116)
Excellent breakfast buffet with a wide variety of options for different dietary needs.
Affordable luxury with great value for money.
Conveniently located near the train station and old town. Limited options for restaurants and supermarkets within a 5-minute walk.
Spacious rooms, well-designed for practicality and comfort. Free toiletries and a well-stocked bar fridge.
This 4-star eco-friendly hotel is just a short stroll from the train station, making it a convenient location. This hotel is a perfect option for those who like to keep fit, featuring a modern gym and a breakfast buffet that serves organic, gluten-free, and lactose-free alternatives.
During your stay, guests can enjoy rooms equipped with modern furnishings, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and more. Moreover, the rooms are complemented with wooden floors and a contemporary bathroom with a bathtub and shower.
For an additional fee, you can also bring your pets along.
Scandic Frankfurt Museumsufer This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: Wilhelm-Leuschner-Strasse 44
997 meters (0.7 ft) from Iron Footbridge
4. Motel One Frankfurt Airport (from USD 89)
Delicious organic breakfast, limited dining options but good breakfast available.
Affordable rates with free shuttle service and fair parking fees.
Close proximity to the airport, with easy access to transportation and nearby attractions.
Convenient airport location with clean and comfortable rooms, friendly and helpful staff.
Motel One Frankfurt Airport is a boutique hotel right between the city centre and Frankfurt airport, offering modern rooms, private parking, free Wi-Fi and is absolutely perfect for a travelling business person. All rooms have air-conditioning and include a work desk, a flat-screen TV, and an en suite bathroom. As for the lounge, there is a cafe, lobby, and bar, and you can munch and drink while nestled on designer furniture in the lounge! Conveniently, the Motel also offers an airport shuttle service which runs every 30 minutes throughout the day and in the evenings. It is a perfect value for money.
Motel One Frankfurt Airport This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: Colmarer Straße 2
5.36 km (3.4 mi) from Iron Footbridge
5. Toyoko Inn Frankfurt am Main Hauptbahnhof (from USD 68)
Situated in Frankfurt am Main, the Toyoko Inn features air-conditioned rooms, private parking, and an on-site bar. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi throughout the property, and a useful 24 hour concierge desk. This is a great budget hotel for travellers interested in finding out more about Frankfurt’s culture, whether it’s art museums, convenient public transport, or city walks.
Toyoko Inn Frankfurt am Main Hauptbahnhof
Address: Stuttgarter Straße 35
1.5 km (1.0 mi) from Iron Footbridge
6. Hotel Meninger Frankfurt Main/Airport (from USD 74)
A 3 star hotel, Hotel Meninger is steps away from Frankfurt am Main Airport Terminal 2, perfect for those in transit, especially with its 24-hour reception with live flight information, soundproofed windows, and free Wi-Fi in all areas. The rooms in this hotel are all very modern, containing flat-screen TVs and an iPod dock to play music or charge your phone. A shared kitchen allows guests to prepare meals, while light snacks and drinks can be ordered at the bar. The hotel also offers a free shuttle service from the airport to the hotel.
MEININGER Hotel Frankfurt Main / Airport This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: Bessie-Coleman-Str. 11
8.54 km (5.4 mi) from Iron Footbridge
7. Comfort Hotel Frankfurt City Center (from USD 49)
Located right in the city centre, Comfort Hotel boasts modern, soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi and hot drink-making facilities. Less than a 5 minute walk to Frankfurt Central Station, it’s easily accessible and lets tourists roam around Frankfurt on foot easily, allowing them to walk to the historic Römer town hall square with no trouble and in no time at all. Located close to shops, cafés, restaurants, and business venues, you’ll be entertained 24/7, and if you’re tired at the end of a long day, you can even book a massage at the hotel! Other facilities include a 24-hour reception, a lift to all floors, and daily newspapers.
Comfort Hotel Frankfurt Central Station
Address: Moselstrasse 23
1.06 km (0.7 mi) from Iron Footbridge
8. Senator Hotel (from USD 56)
No breakfast provided, but Lidl supermarket next door for convenience. Decent restaurants within walking distance.
Excellent value for money, compared to other options in the city.
Convenient location with easy access to public transportation. Close to a range of amenities, including a supermarket.
Kitchenette available, but limited cooking equipment. Kettle and fridge in single rooms.
Located in the popular district of Sachsenhausen, close to Frankfurt’s city centre, Senator Hotel offers self-catering rooms, a 24-hour reception, and excellent transport links, not to mention it’s also close to multiple restaurants and apple wine halls. The rooms and suites of the Senator Hotel Frankfurt are ideal for long-term stays, and include double beds, a kitchenette (for an additional fee), a safe, and cable TV. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, and guests can opt in for a tasty breakfast buffet served daily downstairs. For the young and sprightly (or just at heart), the Senator Hotel allows easy access to Sachsenhausen’s renowned nightlife, or for the culturally inclined, visit the Museumsufer (museum mile) or stroll along the River Main while admiring Frankfurt’s unforgettable skyline. The Senator Hotel is easily reachable by tram (a station is right in front of the hotel) and there is a bus stop nearby that offers a direct bus to Frankfurt Airport, or even an S-Bahn and U-Bahn station within 10 a minute walk.
Senator Hotel
Address: Oppenheimer Landstraße 81
1.35 km (0.9 mi) from Iron Footbridge
9. Hotel Zeil (from USD 54)
Hotel Zeil is located right in the middle of Frankfurt old town, on Zeil shopping street and offers soundproofed rooms, free Wi-Fi, and great transport options. For you busy business people out there, the Frankfurt Stock Exchange is close enough to walk to, and each of the rooms at the Hotel Zeil features cable TV, a minibar, and a desk. A breakfast buffet is available, and the three star hotel is close enough to walk to Konstablerwache underground and city rail station, taking you to Frankfurt Messe exhibition centre in just 9 minutes. This hotel is perfect for exploring the historic Altstadt district of Frankfurt, while the lively Römer square takes a little longer to walk to.
Hotel Zeil
Address: Zeil 12
1.07 km (0.7 mi) from Iron Footbridge
10. Lloyed (from USD 36)
Lloyed is a cheap hotel in Frankfurt located just 5 minutes away from the River Main and Westhafen harbour, giving you a sense of beauty with its proximity to water. Access to Lloyed is via the Pforzheimer Straße tram stop, just a 10-minute walk away and easily linking guests to the city centre and Frankfurt Messe exhibition grounds.
All the rooms are air-conditioned and contain cable TV, a functional desk, and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby, and guests can enjoy a big breakfast buffet daily.
Lloyed
Address: Heidelberger Straße 3
2.03 km (1.3 mi) from Iron Footbridge
Hustling and bustling
Whether you’re here for work, a stopover, or simply holidaying, there’s plenty of budget options available in hustling, bustling Frankfurt to lay your head down for a rest after a long day of travelling. Wake up fresh and relaxed to tackle all the city has to offer you without fear of having blown the budget on accommodation, because these places are totally worth it and make things that much better for you.
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