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Small loft on Lake Baldeney
A unique loft-style accommodation. A loft designed with great attention to detail, featuring a double bed and sofa bed for 3–4 people. A spacious bathroom with a bathtub/shower. Open-plan space with self-catering kitchen. Private outdoor area with table and garden couch. Despite sharing a property with a historic house, you have complete independence and privacy. For nature lovers, this is a perfect retreat on the edge of the forest. 8 minutes to Lake Baldeney. Public transport (5 mins to the bus / 14 mins to the S-Bahn)

Apartment Luise
Dieses 28m2 große Apartment ist NEU saniert & modern ausgestattet. Indirekte Beleuchtung, ein nagelneues Badezimmer, eine komplett ausgestattete Küche und ein gemütlicher Ess-, Arbeitsbereich bietet für Geschäftsreisen, Familienbesuche oder generelle Besuche in Essen den perfekten Übernachtungsort. Innerhalb von 10 Minuten ist man zu Fuß am Hauptbahnhof, in Rüttenscheid, an der Philharmonie & Innenstadt von Essen. Die Wohnung liegt direkt am Stadtgarten von Essen und lädt zum Verweilen ein.

Best feeling in the centre of Werden/own Entrance
Das neue Appartement (inkl. sep. Eingang) liegt im Herzen Essens schönstem Stadtteil: Werden. Es erwartet Dich: Eine große, stilvolle Wohnküche inkl. Esstisch und gemütlichem Sofa in einem sonnigen Wintergarten (Blick ins Grüne). Ein geräumiges Schlafzimmer mit großem Doppelbett und Einbauschrank. Ein heller Flur und ein stilvolles Badezimmer mit Regendusche/Sitz. Dazu: neues Parkett/Fliesen, WLAN, Bettwäsche, Handtücher, Espressomaschine u.m. Fussweg zu Cafés, Restaurants, Baldeneysee 2 min.

Top location - Top amenities
It is a beautiful apartment in the middle of the girls' quarter (Seitenstrasse). Restaurants, supermarkets, etc. are a few minutes' walk away. It doesn't get any more central than this. Local transport, highway and city center are also within easy reach. Free parking is available in front of the door. The apartment is perfectly equipped and nothing is missing. I live here most of the time myself and love my home. All things are of very high quality and should be treated well.

Cozy apartment for 2 guests in Essen Süd
Bright, 33 sqm apartment, consisting of a combined living room/bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and hallway. Fully equipped and with lots of extras. For example, walk-in shower, coffee maker, dishwasher, etc. In the living-sleeping area, there is a 200 × 140 bed for 2 people. The apartment is centrally located in Essen and is also very easy to reach by public transport. It is also located directly at the A52 highway entrance and is only 20 minutes from Düsseldorf Airport.

Spacious 2-room apartment in quiet neighborhood
This modern two room apartment in Essen-Bergerhausen is located in a quiet neighborhood close to the Siepental park and only 15 minutes walking distance from the Ruhr river. Perfect for bicycle trips in nature. The next bus stop that takes you to the city center in roughly 10 minutes and to the Gruga in 25 min is just 4 minutes away. In this peaceful location you have everything you need, making this the perfect place for you to enjoy a relaxing holiday.

Attic apartment in the artists' quarter
Enjoy a stylish experience in this centrally located accommodation on Isenbergplatz. Renovated in 2021, this 42 sqm apartment on the top floor of a 1930s building sleeps 3 people in 1 room. It is modern and comfortably furnished and surrounded by numerous bars and restaurants of the local student and artist scene. Within a few minutes' walk you can reach the Rüttenscheider nightlife as well as the Philharmonic and Aalto Theater

Apartment in the countryside near the city
In our house in a small cul-de-sac (insofar as the address "Hauptstrasse" is misleading), we rent a closed 2-room apartment (sleeping/living area) on the first floor with a small kitchen and bathroom. The location is ideal for tourists, business people and trade fair visitors. Since 08/01/2025, the city of Essen has levied an accommodation tax of 5% and a maximum of €9 per night. This is included in the nightly rate.

Beautiful bright 50 sqm suite with large kitchen
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. There are 1.5 rooms including a fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom with a bathtub and shower. The apartment is on the 2nd floor in a quiet cul-de-sac street that leads to an allotment garden. There are 2 queen size beds in the size 1.60 m x 2.00 m available. Shopping and public transport connections are within 5 minutes' walking distance.

Apartment in Bredeney
Welcome to our stylish apartment in Essen! Ideal for business travelers, it offers a central location. The fair is a 10-minute walk, and the Rü with supermarkets and restaurants is only 5 minutes away. Düsseldorf Old Town is just 25 minutes away by car. The apartment is equipped with a comfortable 140 cm bed, a cozy couch, a fully equipped kitchen, a desk and Wi-Fi – perfect for working or relaxing.

Cozy attic apartment
Enjoy a cozy experience at this centrally-located place in the heart of Essen. A variety of gastronomic offers are within walking distance. A supermarket with a large assortment is also close by. The apartment is centrally located between the main train station and Messe Essen. The transport connection (public transport, highway, e-scooter) is excellent and yet you are in a quiet residential area.

Luxurious first floor apartment near the fair
Whether as a vacation home for the family trip or for trade fair guests, you will be invited to stay in a fantastic 110 sqm apartment. Enjoy the special interior: fine materials for high standards. The high-quality furnishings have been carefully selected to guarantee your well-being. The dining area and kitchen are open-plan and seamlessly connect to the light-flooded living area.
Popular amenities for Essen family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Relax-Suite Gelsenkirchen

Private Wellness Suite • Whirlpool & Sauna

Briller Palais

Luxury loft + hot tub + designer kitchen & bathroom ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Luxury Forest Retreat near Cologne | Sauna Hot Tub

5* Pure relaxation! Private cinema + hot tub

Bochum - Quiet and yet so close

Four-Bedroom Luxury Apartment No.3
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Lovely apartment.Hell and quiet

Helles Studio Attic

60 sqm/4 people/desk/ground floor/trade fair/teaching hospital

Ruhrpott Charm in Duisburg

Fairytale apartment "Ponystall"

Excellence Deluxe Suite, Messe, Center, Netflix+

Cozy Mediterranean Fairgrounds / Ferienwohnung Karin

H-Lodge Emi | Scandi Style
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Modern 3-room apartment located close to the city center

Farm vacation

Delightful tiny house -true nature escape.

Rooftop & Whirlpool Loft in CityCenter

Family apartment in the south of Duisburg

Suite Dreams 1 - Luxus-Apartment, 12. Etage, Pool

Wonderful apartment in Plaza**** Gelsenkirchen

Casa Iallonardo Guesthouse Wi-Fi and Netflix
When is the best time to visit Essen?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $153 AUD | $156 AUD | $146 AUD | $139 AUD | $138 AUD | $143 AUD | $152 AUD | $143 AUD | $154 AUD | $179 AUD | $154 AUD | $157 AUD |
| 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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Essen holiday rentals start at $42 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly accommodation
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520 of Essen holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.6 Average rating
Essen stays receive an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from guests

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Essen's top spots, include Baldeneysee, Museum Folkwang, and Sportpark am Hallo
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