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LöwenTAL Ruhr location in the E-South Historic & Central
Old building apartment, 1.5 room, 55 sqm, plank floor in the Art Nouveau house Essen-Werden. Bed 1.60 for 2 people and pull-out sofa for 2 people in the same room. At the Ruhr, 200 m to the S-Bahn train station and bus stop Ri Essen and Düsseldorf and Düsseldorf, Gruga and Volkwangmuseum can be reached in 10 minutes, old town and Folkwang music school in a 3-minute walk. Cycling and hiking to Lake Baldeney, cafe/ restaurant Dolcinella next door, bicycle cellar available. Suitable for working commuters, trade fair visitors and vacationers and families.

Fantastic by the lake
Cozy holiday cottage with 4 double bedrooms for up to 8 people. Perfect retreat located directly by the 6-Lake Plateau. Reach the first bathing spot within a 2-minute walk. Tastefully decorated rooms, 2 terraces, fully equipped kitchen, ideal for nature lovers and active vacationers. Enjoy walks, water skiing, bike tours, high ropes courses, and much more. Explore the surrounding area with excellent transport connections and experience unforgettable moments in a particularly tranquil location.

central | coffee/tee | queen bed | 65"TV | Balcony
Welcome to my caringly & modernisticly furnished apartment in Gelsenkirchen in which up to 2 people can spend a comfortable stay. The location is very central in Gelsenkirchen, so you can reach your destinations in no time, including the Veltins Arena with public transport in under 30 min or the city center on foot in 5 min. Enjoy the stunning view over the Ruhr area or explore the adjacent park. If you arrive by car, parking in the nearby surroundings is free. I look forward to your visit!

The Duisburg houseboat Lore in the heart of the city
Our small 13 meter long houseboat Lore is located in the inner harbor of Duisburg, 3 minutes from the city center in one of the trendiest areas of the city: the inner harbour. The Lore has two spacious bedrooms, a roof terrace with lounge furniture, a small covered terrace, a living room with a direct view of the water, a kitchen and of course a bathroom with shower and toilet. The Lore is winter festival and can be booked 365 days a year. We have had three boats in the harbor since 2025.

Stay in the green Ruhr Valley
Live in a furnished granny apartment of a detached house in a very good residential area, on the southern outskirts of Essen, surrounded by greenery and very close to the Ruhr. The flat has its own entrance. A small stream flows through the middle of the garden. A carport is available as a parking space. Essen city center, Düsseldorf airport, Düsseldorf as well as Mülheim and Ratingen can be reached quickly by car. The drive to Essen city center takes about 15 minutes.

Panoramic view on Lake Baldeney
Welcome to your waterfront retreat! The stylish, light-flooded apartment inspires with a fantastic view of Lake Baldeney and the surrounding nature. The location? Perfect! Right in the recreational area and on the Ruhr Valley bike path – ideal for bike rides, walks, hikes and water sports. Optimal connection to public transport. Plus: A canoe rental and a first-class restaurant with lake views are right on the property. Pure relaxation awaits you here! ☀️

[Themenpartment3] Himmel und Mehr Penthouse [Sky and More Penthouse]
Experience a unique view of the city and the Ruhr area in your exclusive theme apartment at over 60 meters altitude. The panoramic windows allow you to have breathtaking views of the fascinating metropolitan region. Enjoy numerous services such as Nespresso machine, set hand towel, various Tea varieties, Netflix, Disney+, paramount+, Samsung FRAME smart TV, central location (5min to downtown). Tip: book 2 nights directly and take advantage of discounts

🌸Chez Marguerite🌸 A small apartment with heart
Hospitality is very important to us! Our cozy and personal apartment is ideal for a short or longer stay in our diverse Mülheim and the surrounding area. Very good infrastructure due to the central location in the Ruhr area. Düsseldorf Airport and the trade fair city of Essen can be reached in 15/20 minutes! The Max Planck Institute is a 5-minute walk, as is the forest and the Ruhr! There are many excursion destinations for all ages!

Homefy Studio Oldtown | Top Location| Rhine View
Welcome to the beautiful city of Düsseldorf and to my light-flooded studio with a view of the Maxkirche and the Rhine. It offers business travelers and tourists the perfect retreat, as well as a comfortable and temporary home. The apartment is located in the middle of the charming old town and offers you a range of shopping opportunities in the neighborhood due to its central location.

Apartment 58. Good for 2
Unsere Ferienwohnung liegt im Herzen von Essen, nur wenige Gehminuten von der Ruhr entfernt. Genießen Sie die Natur mit Spaziergängen oder Radtouren entlang des Flusses oder erkunden Sie die Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt wie das UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe Zollverein, die Essener Innenstadt oder das Baldeneysee. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants und Cafés sind ebenfalls leicht zu erreichen.

Lakefront house - Meerbusch
Das Haus am See is our relaxedguesthouse with a large swimming pond, terrace for al fresco dining and lawn. Completed in spring 2018, it offers modern design, contemporary comfort and homelike ambiance. It is intended for anyone who wants to spend a few quiet and carefree days in a natural yet central location. We have the feel good guarantee – Welcome to Meerbusch!

Living in the countryside
Bright and cozy 1 room apartment in the basement of a quiet 2 family house with separate entrance on the outskirts of Velbert-Mitte! Bus stop to the cities of Wuppertal, Düsseldorf, Essen and ZOB Velbert is a 5-minute walk away. Shopping facilities within walking distance. Car charging station 350 m away.
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Waterfront apartment accommodation

Spacious, Design Apartment 72sqwith Rhine View

New Apartment near Düsseldorf

Experience Kupferdreh!

Elegant apartment | 89 m² | 3 minutes to the train station & city

Stylish apartment in Neuss / Düsseldorf Fair

2-room apartment on the Ruhr Valley Cycle Path with proximity to the city

Beyond Living Horizon

Basement apartment with private sauna (incl.)
Waterfront house rentals

Listed former farm -stay in two guest houses

Welcome to the guest house of Chateau d'Orsay

Monument-protected barn - living on 120sqm

cozy private double room (Ethernet/WiFi)

A landmarked gem
Waterfront condo accommodation

Luxury apartment – 200 m to the trade fair (Blumenviertel)

Rheinblick7 Apartment Neuss Düsseldorf

Apartment on the Niederfeldsee

Luxury Apartments - THE YELLOW

Apartment @ Baldeneysee with bedroom & sofa bed

Central apartment with separate sleeping area

Central apartment near the fair/arena

2-room apartment with everything you need.
When is the best time to visit Essen?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $148 NZD | $151 NZD | $153 NZD | $173 NZD | $173 NZD | $201 NZD | $182 NZD | $184 NZD | $192 NZD | $175 NZD | $166 NZD | $159 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 3°C | 3°C | 7°C | 10°C | 14°C | 17°C | 19°C | 19°C | 15°C | 11°C | 7°C | 4°C |
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30 of Essen holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.8 Average rating
Essen stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

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