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Our top choices for Essen holiday rentals

1. Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.
Stadtbezirke I
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (28 reviews)
"All information we needed to check in available in good time, centrally located so easy to get to, a bit loud at times due to location and an event happening during our stay, but earplugs are provided as a bonus. Really quick to respond when we had a faulty appliance"
United Kingdom
Irene
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

2. The Newsha Signature Home Essen

The Newsha Signature Home Essen
Ruettenscheid
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Top Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis. Neue moderne Zimmer mit Klimaanlage. Direkt an der Rüttenscheider Str in Essen. Immer gerne wieder"
Germany
Cristian
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Newsha Signature Home Essen

3. Meine Zeitwohnung

Meine Zeitwohnung
Stadtbezirke IV
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Clean and sufficient for our stay. "
United States
Erica
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Meine Zeitwohnung

4. Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

Petul Apart Hotel Residenz
Stadtbezirke VI
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (50 reviews)
"Chambre spacieuse, très agréable , vue sur la forêt. Le sol aurait besoin d'un nettoyage approfondie. Grosses tâches. Douche un peut mal installée , sinon le reste tres bien ."
France
Pereira
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

5. Cozy and enjoyable apartment in Essen for a relaxing getaway

Cozy and enjoyable apartment in Essen for a relaxing getaway
Stadtbezirke I
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Cozy and enjoyable apartment in Essen for a relaxing getaway

6. Schacht34

Schacht34
Alt-Oberhausen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Staff was great! Location near the shopping streets and wonderful!"
United Kingdom
Susan Carol
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Schacht34

7. 2.5-room apartment in the Essen-Bredeney/Rüttenscheid Central Forest

2.5-room apartment in the Essen-Bredeney/Rüttenscheid Central Forest
Bredeney
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"Great place! Spacious, clean, quiet and Sabine is super helpful and very responsive. Would definitely stay there again and highly recommend!"
Canada
Kim P.
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
2.5-room apartment in the Essen-Bredeney/Rüttenscheid Central Forest

8. Apartments Skyreach

Apartments Skyreach
Stadtbezirke I
5.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Trotz vorheriger Bezahlung war kein Check in möglich, obwohl wir nur 15 Minuten nach Rezeptionsschluss vor Ort waren. Unter der angegebenen Notfallnummer war niemand erreichbar. Ein Kontaktversuch durch Hotels.com war ebenfalls erfolglos. Auf die Anfrage nach Erstattung der Kosten wurde nicht reagiert."
Germany
Felix
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Apartments Skyreach

9. Limehome Gelsenkirchen Hochstr.

Limehome Gelsenkirchen Hochstr.
Buer
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"Zu empfehlen"
Germany
Sandra
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Limehome Gelsenkirchen Hochstr.

10. Limehome Oberhausen Paul-Reusch-Str.

Limehome Oberhausen Paul-Reusch-Str.
Alt-Oberhausen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Good to stay here with nice accommodation and comfortable as well. "
Sweden
Mohammad
The price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Limehome Oberhausen Paul-Reusch-Str.

11. Limehome Essen Kibbelstraße

Limehome Essen Kibbelstraße
Stadtbezirke I
7.6 out of 10, Good, (25 reviews)
"Tolles Apartment"
Germany
Marcel
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Limehome Essen Kibbelstraße

12. View of the Ruhr Region - Lovingly Furnished Top-Floor Apartment

View of the Ruhr Region - Lovingly Furnished Top-Floor Apartment
Wattenscheid
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"It was super!"
Netherlands
Yves N.
The price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
View of the Ruhr Region - Lovingly Furnished Top-Floor Apartment

13. Emmas Lofts - City center location

Emmas Lofts - City center location
Stadtbezirke I
The price is NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Emmas Lofts - City center location

14. New City Apartment Essen, near Messe / Airport DUS

New City Apartment Essen, near Messe / Airport DUS
Stadtbezirke I
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
New City Apartment Essen, near Messe / Airport DUS

15. Vacation Rental (Wheelchair Accessible)

Vacation Rental (Wheelchair Accessible)
Wattenscheid
The price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Vacation Rental (Wheelchair Accessible)

16. Alpha Apartments: Central 1BR, Maritime Touches

Alpha Apartments: Central 1BR, Maritime Touches
Stadtbezirke I
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Die Wohnung war freundlich, hell und zufriedenstellend. Bezüglich der Sauberkeit gab es nichts zu meckern. Leichte Abzüge für die etwas veraltete Dusche, aber an sich kein Problem."
Germany
Martin T.
The price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Alpha Apartments: Central 1BR, Maritime Touches

17. Petul Apart Hotel Am Ruhrbogen

Petul Apart Hotel Am Ruhrbogen
Bochum-Südwest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (120 reviews)
"Nice area found it strange no microwave in kitchen plus noisy below because of supermarket at very early times frying pan and other pans need renewed in kitchen plus first night got smaller room because of mix-up then had to move next day staff working there helpful."
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Petul Apart Hotel Am Ruhrbogen

18. Hausboot Lore

Hausboot Lore
Duisburg Mitte
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location for exploring the local area. The house boat was great...v clean, comfortable and well equipped. "
United Kingdom
Kathryn
The price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hausboot Lore

19. Cozy 2-room attic apartment in Essen

Cozy 2-room attic apartment in Essen
Stadtbezirke VII
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Cozy 2-room attic apartment in Essen

20. Modern, Zentral & Well-connected Apartment near Schalke Arena & Musiktheater

Modern, Zentral & Well-connected Apartment near Schalke Arena & Musiktheater
Gelsenkirchen-Mitte
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Modern, Zentral & Well-connected Apartment near Schalke Arena & Musiktheater
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You always said you would go on a dream holiday someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannonball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our Essen holiday rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your holiday just got upgraded.

As much as you love your vacation rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up Essen. Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in Essen. Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Essen. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true. 

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your holiday rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in Essen short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find holiday rentals in Essen?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Essen close to Ruhr Museum, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Tourists like the array of shops and theatre scene in Essen. You can also check out the live music while you're visiting.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Essen has to offer?

Historischer Schleifkotten in Romantischem Flusstal: This holiday home rental outside Essen offers a fireplace, a patio and a BBQ to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as a garden.

How many holiday rentals are there in Essen?

With 16 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your Essen stay.

What’s there to see and do in Essen?

Ruhr Museum and Ruhr Museum are a couple of the family-friendly sights, whereas cultural attractions include Philharmonie Essen and Aalto-Musiktheater. While here, Limbecker Platz and International Christmas Market Essen are other places worth a visit.

What’s a holiday rental in Essen like?

Holiday rentals are private properties where you can stay for a few weeks, or just a few days, in Essen. Holiday rentals feature extras like laundry facilities and kitchens so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a clean environment, holiday rentals can offer a sense of security away from public hotel lifts and lobbies packed with people while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is a popular choice for a family trip or a small group gathering.