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Apartment holiday rentals in Essen

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  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 1,390 holiday rentals in Essen

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Essen holiday rentals start at €9 per night before taxes and fees

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 43,630 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly holiday rentals

    450 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly holiday rentals

    Find 250 rentals that welcome pets

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    760 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wifi availability

    1,330 of Essen holiday rentals include wifi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Essen rentals

  • 4.6 Average rating

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

Top-rated apartment rentals in Essen

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Top guest favourite
A spacious kitchen area is visible, featuring white cabinetry and a wooden countertop. A modern stove and sink are included. A cozy seating area with a green cushion is in a corner, next to large glass doors leading to a garden view. Light filters in warmly.
Flat in Werden
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews

Best feeling in the centre of Werden/own Entrance

The new apartment (including separate entrance) is in the heart of Essen's most beautiful district: Werden. It awaits you: A large, stylish kitchen-living room incl. dining table and cozy sofa in a sunny conservatory (view of the countryside). A spacious bedroom with a large double bed and built-in closet. A bright hallway and a stylish bathroom with rain shower/seat. In addition: new parquet/tiles, Wi-Fi, bed linens, towels, espresso machine and more. Walking distance to cafes, restaurants, Lake Baldeney 2 min.

Top guest favourite
Flat in Rüttenscheid
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

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.

Guest favourite
A modern kitchen features white cabinetry and a wooden countertop. Equipped with essential appliances, including a microwave and kettle, it showcases a sleek cooktop and oven. A small table with a vase of fruit adds a practical dining space, complemented by natural light from the adjacent window.
Flat in Rüttenscheid
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

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.

Top guest favourite
Lush greenery surrounds the property, showcasing a variety of trees and shrubs under a clear blue sky. A hint of a building is nestled within the foliage, indicative of a peaceful residential area. The scene conveys a serene outdoor environment.
Flat in Essen
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews

Vacation feeling on the green edge of the Ruhr area

The 60 m² vacation apartment is centrally located yet in a green area in popular Heisingen. Thanks to a separate entrance and check-in, you can organize your stay independently and enjoy the personal atmosphere of our home instead of a hotel room. We like the original Airbnb idea: welcoming people to our home with personality and history. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will of course respect your privacy. Feel warmly welcomed.

Guest favourite
Flat in Essen
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

My happy place - Apartment mit Sauna & Whirlpool

Your stylish getaway in Essen - with private sauna, hot tub & fireplace. Welcome to a place that's more than just a place to stay! What to expect: - Exclusive spa area with private sauna & jacuzzi, as well as large relaxation lounger, indirect lighting, TV, smart home control - Cozy living room with dining table, fireplace and two comfortable armchairs - your place to end the day - Quiet bedroom with high-quality double bed - Many loving details in every room

Superhost
An open-concept kitchen features modern cabinetry and a central island with a built-in cooktop. The space is illuminated by under-cabinet lighting, enhancing the functionality. Appliances include a refrigerator and microwave, while a stylish chair adds a cozy touch to the adjoining area.
Flat in Essen
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Spacious, modern 110 sqm apartment near Messe Essen

The centrally located 110 sqm apartment offers an ideal location, just a 10-minute walk from Messe Essen and a 5-minute walk from the shopping street and the gastronomic district of Rüttenscheid. The Gruga is also within a 5-minute walk. The apartment is spacious and all rooms are spacious, which offers plenty of space and comfort. The open kitchen-living room invites you to spend evenings together, whether cooking, eating or just relaxing and hanging out.

Top guest favourite
A charming living area features an angled ceiling with a window allowing natural light to fill the space. A small round table is accompanied by two patterned armchairs, while a potted plant adds a touch of greenery. A rug anchors the seating area.
Flat in Essen
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews

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.

Guest favourite
A welcoming entrance features a covered porch with a railing, leading to a white front door. Potted flowers add a touch of greenery. Stone steps provide access from the path, which is lined with pavers, creating a tidy approach to the home.
Flat in Essen
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Living World Heritage Site Zollverein

The newly renovated centrally located apartment in Essen Katernberg with free Wi-Fi is a 5-minute walk from the Zollverein World Heritage Site (9 km from Grugahalle). It has a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, dryer and cozy sitting area. The apartment also has two bedrooms with sleeping accommodations for 4 people and a bathroom with a bathtub. Yep towels and linen all included. Private terraces and garden area.

Superhost
A spacious living area is illuminated by a green pendant light above a unique table with a marble top. A vibrant vase filled with flowers sits on the table. A decorative mirror is mounted on the wall, and a television rests on a wooden console. Natural light enters through a skylight.
Flat in Essen
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

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

Top guest favourite
A gated entrance features a black wrought iron gate set within low stone walls. The path is lined with cobblestones, leading to a brick building adorned with green climbing plants. Large windows are visible behind the gate, suggesting a welcoming home.
Flat in Kettwig
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews

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.

Guest favourite
A workspace is presented with a stylish desk and a comfortable chair. A large flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall. Beneath the desk, a decorative rug adds warmth to the area. Decorative elements are subtly arranged on the desk and nearby furniture.
Flat in Essen
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

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.

Top guest favourite
A cozy sleeping area features a spacious bed with white linens and patterned pillows. Above, shelves display decorative items, while a warm lamp provides soft lighting, creating a welcoming nook against a green accent wall.
Flat in Rüttenscheid
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

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.

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