The air-conditioned Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen is located in the heart of the European Capital of Culture 2010, by the Museum Folkwang and boasts 132 contemporary 4-star rooms. Wireless Internet access allows you to surf the net anywhere in the hotel. Guests can relax in the sauna and the hotel pool or can enjoy the convivial atmosphere in the welcoming bar. The hotel has its own garage for guests arriving by car.. Superior Room with 1 double bed. Standard Room with 1 double bed. Standard Room with 1 single bed. Standard Room with 2 single beds. Superior Room with 1 kingsize bed. BOXENGASSE: The "Boxengasse" bar is famous for social evenings in a cozy atmosphere. Every day between 5pm and 1am you can meet up with other guests and unwind. If the weather's good, why not venture out onto the adjoining terrace?