Title: Refuge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6056625&destination=Essen%2C+North+Rhine-Westphalia%2C+Germany&selected=27546680&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Refuge Travelers feel right at home with thoughtful touches that make a difference - from complimentary breakfast to convenient laundry facilities ## Photo gallery for Refuge ![Interior entrance - Refuge (Essen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27550000/27546700/27546680/03aa79b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Refuge (Essen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27550000/27546700/27546680/650daca7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Refuge (Essen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27550000/27546700/27546680/d95a9a06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Refuge guesthouse in Steele offers practical comforts and welcoming hospitality. Guests enjoy a free breakfast before exploring. The property features WiFi, self-parking, and elevator access for easy movement. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=27546680&PinnedHotelID=27546680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=27546680&PinnedHotelID=27546680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=27546680&PinnedHotelID=27546680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=27546680&PinnedHotelID=27546680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=27546680&PinnedHotelID=27546680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=27546680&PinnedHotelID=27546680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=27546680&PinnedHotelID=27546680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=27546680&PinnedHotelID=27546680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number #1) - 538 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 5 Twin Beds ### Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (#2) - 807 sq ft - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 9 - 9 Twin Beds ### Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (#3) - 807 sq ft - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - 8 Twin Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91330000/91325500/91325435/885fa6dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hotel Am Brinkerplatz Stadtbezirke VII - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 34 reviews CA $150 CA $168 total includes taxes & fees Apr 3 - Apr 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Essen-Hotels-Hotel-Am-Brinkerplatz.h91325435.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-4-3&chkout=2026-4-4&rm1=a2®ionId=6056625&destination=Essen&destType=MARKET&latLong=51.45702,7.01249&searchId=de430e40-237f-4067-b6c0-6dc65be95f5e&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![Interior](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/30000/21000/20977/63821b95_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf Stadtbezirke I - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEssen-Hotels-Refuge.h27546680.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEssen-Hotels-Refuge.h27546680.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Steele, a neighborhood in Essen, is home to Refuge. Starlight Express Theater and Railway Museum Bochum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Old Synagogue. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Grugahalle or Veltins-Arena. [Visit our Essen travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Essen.dx6056625) [View more Guest houses in Essen](https://www.expedia.ca/Essen-Guest-Houses.d6056625-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.45382%2C7.07692&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A81VDqn7dlSsk4zm-RN4ivQsxmc=) Krayer Str. 45, Essen, 45276 ### What's nearby - ![Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162938/c11ae6d0-ec9a-4df3-87b8-dc0571dbcec6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site 9 min drive \- 5.8 km - Alfried Krupp Hospital Steele 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - Messe Essen 9 min drive \- 9.9 km - Grugahalle 9 min drive \- 8.6 km - Seaside Beach Baldeney 12 min drive \- 10.5 km ### Getting around - Essen-Steele S-Bahn 5 min walk - Essen-Kray Süd Station 10 min walk - Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 16 min walk - KulturForum Steele 12 min walk - Freakshow 15 min walk - Ypsilon 9 min walk - Bootshaus Ruhreck 3 min drive ## About this property ### Refuge Guesthouse near Messe Essen Refuge provides amenities like free breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Smoke-free premises and an elevator Room features All guestrooms at Refuge offer amenities such as free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124760000/124755100/124755039/ac50f046.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Astoria City Resort by Mayburgh Stadtbezirke V - Breakfast included - Spa - Pet friendly - Parking included 8.0 Very good 4 reviews CA $107 CA $120 total includes taxes & fees Apr 30 - May 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-30&endDate=2026-05-01&selected=124755039&PinnedHotelID=124755039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21000/20977/w2861h2160x0y0-24809872.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf Stadtbezirke I - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 7.8 Good 266 reviews CA $78 CA $87 total includes taxes & fees Apr 2 - Apr 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=20977&PinnedHotelID=20977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120140000/120136600/120136509/00d032dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Parkhotel Essen Ruettenscheid - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free breakfast available daily ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ## Policies ### Check-in Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only Up to 11 lbs per pet Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 9.63 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed ### Property is also known as Refuge Apartment Essen Refuge Essen Refuge Essen Refuge Guesthouse Refuge Guesthouse Essen ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Refuge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Refuge? ### What time is check-out at Refuge? ### Where is Refuge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question