Family-friendly holiday rentals in Essen

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 Bertha

Wenn ihr in dieser zentral gelegenen Unterkunft übernachtet, habt ihr alle wichtigen Anlaufpunkte ganz in der Nähe. Zum Hbf sind es nur 1,8 km, das Klinikum & die Messe Essen sind fußläufig (ca. 15 Min) zu erreichen & viele Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants & Cafés liegen direkt bei der Unterkunft. Wir legen großen Wert auf eine komfortable Ausstattung, sodass Ihr Euch ganz zuhause bei uns fühlen könnt! Netflix, Amazon Prime, einer Kaffeemaschine & vielen weiteren Sachen für groß und Klein :)

Vacation feeling on the green edge of the Ruhr area

Die 60 m² große Ferienwohnung liegt zentral und dennoch im Grünen im beliebten Heisingen. Dank separatem Eingang und Check-in gestaltest du deinen Aufenthalt unabhängig und genießt die persönliche Atmosphäre unseres Zuhauses statt eines Hotelzimmers. Wir mögen den ursprünglichen Airbnb-Gedanken: Menschen willkommen zu heißen in unserem Zuhause mit Persönlichkeit und Geschichte. Bei Fragen sind wir gerne da und respektieren selbstverständlich deine Privatsphäre. Fühl dich herzlich willkommen.

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.

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.

Quiet room in the south of Essen, cooking facilities

Quiet room with separate entrance, bathroom with shower, cooking facilities, microwave, kettle, TV and fridge in a well-kept residential area. For energy-saving reasons, it is NOT possible to bathe. Guests can use the washing machine and dryer. The entrance through the garden is steep and not suitable for people with walking difficulties. Shopping is within walking distance. Central places are accessible by public transport. There is a private small terrace.

Quiet guest room - private entrance, private bathroom

We rent our small guest room (... it is ONE room, even if Airbnb lists the living room and bedroom separately in the pictures) with private bathroom and entrance. The room has a bed 80 x 200 cm, which can be quickly widened to 160 x 200 cm. The room is "only" about 13 square meters (plus bathroom), but otherwise has everything you need for a short stay: a closet, 2 chairs, a table, fridge, the possibility to make coffee and tea... cups, plates, cutlery ...

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.

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.

Cozy apartment in Holsterhausen

Cozy attic apartment in the middle of Holsterhausen. Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. The small apartment is a 5-minute walk from Gemarkenplatz. From there you can reach the bus and train connections in all directions. The university hospital and the vibrant "Rü" with all cafes, bars and shops are about 15 minutes' walk away. You can reach the Folkwang Museum in 5 minutes.

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.