Title: Albatros Comfortable holiday residence Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6143078&destination=Breege%2C+Mecklenburg-West+Pomerania%2C+Germany&selected=104924520&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Albatros Comfortable holiday residence ## Photo gallery for Albatros Comfortable holiday residence ![Exterior - Albatros Comfortable holiday residence (Juliusruh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104930000/104924600/104924520/w1014h683x5y0-3078b840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Albatros Comfortable holiday residence (Juliusruh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104930000/104924600/104924520/w1015h683x4y0-9a30309c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi - Albatros Comfortable holiday residence (Juliusruh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104930000/104924600/104924520/w1016h683x3y0-8b559472.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Albatros Comfortable holiday residence (Juliusruh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104930000/104924600/104924520/w1015h683x3y0-95dd7fd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Albatros Comfortable holiday residence (Juliusruh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104930000/104924600/104924520/w1019h683x5y0-7a36cf57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Albatros Comfortable holiday residence provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4754 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Albatros Comfortable holiday residence only 25 m to the Baltic Sea sandy beach with sea view! up to 4 people with 2 bedrooms, high-quality furnishings, direct beach access, fireplace Layout: These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.: Final Cleaning; € 75 Pets; Not allowed Electricity; Included Gas/Oil; Gas Included Optional services that you can arrange on site: Bath towels; For rent, € 10 p.p./Stay Wifi; Free Cot; € 2/night High chair; € 2/night Heating; Included ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 754 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105310000/105305800/105305764/w1017h683x3y0-d3ae8a69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amber No. 20 Comfortable Vacation Home Juliusruh - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=105305764&PinnedHotelID=105305764&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123300000/123290800/123290767/w903h599x60y42-d31f3078.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday apartment with 2 bedrooms Juliusruh - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Tennis court - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=123290767&PinnedHotelID=123290767&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105690000/105681700/105681657/w1017h683x3y0-8578544f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea Cucumber Comfortable Holiday Residence Juliusruh - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash Parties and events are allowed on site Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as DE-18556-228 ## About the area Breege is home to this holiday home. Chalk Museum Gummanz and Störtebecker Festival are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hafen Breege and Ralswiek Marina. Dinosaurierland Rügen and Erlebniswelt SPLASH are also worth visiting. [Visit our Juliusruh travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Juliusruh.dx11978) [View more Holiday homes in Juliusruh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Juliusruh-Private-Holiday-Homes.d11978-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C54.62094%2C13.37745&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YHUIeQqTjEfj979c-Rkla3v7ga0=) Juliusruh ### What's nearby - ![Binz Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071903/caaebbd4-3fcd-4496-990a-1d7d6b4f3299.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Binz Beach 32 min drive \- 23.0 miles - ![Sellin Pier](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071905/f196d0b2-7eda-4bd2-aecf-02e879dd552c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sellin Pier 55 min drive \- 35.6 miles - Breege-Juliusruh Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Hafen Breege 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Port of Sassnitz 26 min drive \- 18.6 miles ### Getting around - Sagard Station 23 min drive ### Restaurants - Rügenhof 8 min drive - Bäckerei Maltzahn Konditorei & Café - Insel Rügen 6 min drive - Pizzaria Luigi 11 min drive - Ostseeperle Glowe 7 min drive - Hotel & Restaurant Zum Kap Arkona 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Albatros Comfortable holiday residence pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Albatros Comfortable holiday residence? ### What time is check-in at Albatros Comfortable holiday residence? ### What time is check-out at Albatros Comfortable holiday residence? ### Where is Albatros Comfortable holiday residence located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Albatros Comfortable holiday residence Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 12 Feb 2025 #### A wonderful spot for a beach holiday! The bedrooms were comfortable, and we love ... A wonderful spot for a beach holiday! The bedrooms were comfortable, and we loved the convenience of the nearby dining options, The Sagard Station was also just a short drive away for day trips From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 20 May 2024 #### The Albatros spot is such a vibe! Just steps away from the beach, like, literall ... The Albatros spot is such a vibe! Just steps away from the beach, like, literally 25m, Perfect for chill beach days and sunsets, The cozy fireplace is a total bonus for those cozy nights, Free WiFi slaps too, so can’t complain, Great for a squad getaway! From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 24 Jan 2025 #### Fantastisk beliggenhed, blot skridt fra stranden! Rent og komfortabelt, perfekt ... Fantastisk beliggenhed, blot skridt fra stranden! Rent og komfortabelt, perfekt til en lille gruppe From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 21 Jan 2025 #### Emplacement parfait à quelques pas de la plage, J'ai adoré la cheminée confortab ... Emplacement parfait à quelques pas de la plage, J'ai adoré la cheminée confortable ! From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 14 Jan 2025 #### Uroczy i przytulny! Dekoracje były piękne, a my czuliśmy się jak w domu, Jedynym ... Uroczy i przytulny! Dekoracje były piękne, a my czuliśmy się jak w domu, Jedynym minusem była pogoda, ale kominek pomógł stworzyć ciepłą atmosferę, Świetne miejsce na rodzinny wypoczynek! From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 8 Jan 2025 #### Albatros ferieboligen tilbyr en praktisk og komfortabel opplevelse, De to sovero ... Albatros ferieboligen tilbyr en praktisk og komfortabel opplevelse, De to soverommene ga rikelig med plass til familien vår på fire, og beliggenheten kunne ikke vært bedre, bare noen skritt fra stranden, Mens møblene var fine, følte vi det kunne trenge noen flere personlige preg, Alt i alt var det et solid valg for turen vår, og vi hadde ingen store klager, Definitivt et praktisk utgangspunkt for å utforske nærliggende attraksjoner From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 18 Dec 2024 #### At bo her var en fornøjelse, Udsigten over Østersøen fra balkonen var betagende, ... At bo her var en fornøjelse, Udsigten over Østersøen fra balkonen var betagende, Let adgang til nærliggende attraktioner som Cape Arkona From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 11 Dec 2024 #### Nous avons vraiment apprécié le service attentionné des hôtes, La propriété étai ... Nous avons vraiment apprécié le service attentionné des hôtes, La propriété était impeccablement propre, et la cuisine avait tout ce dont nous avions besoin pour préparer des repas, L'emplacement facilitait l'exploration des attractions à proximité comme le Cap Arkona From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 25 Nov 2024 #### Sammanfattningsvis en trevlig upplevelse, Residenset hade allt vi behövde för en ... Sammanfattningsvis en trevlig upplevelse, Residenset hade allt vi behövde för en bekväm vistelse, inklusive ett trevligt matområde, Det var mycket tyst, vilket gjorde nätterna lugna, Rekommenderas för familjer! From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 28 Oct 2024 #### Familien vår hadde en flott tid på dette ferieboligen, De to soverommene var per ... Familien vår hadde en flott tid på dette ferieboligen, De to soverommene var perfekte for oss, og kjøkkenet var godt utstyrt for våre behov, Beliggenheten er ideell for strandelskere, med den sandstranden bare en kort spasertur unna From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 13 Oct 2024 #### Mycket bekväm vistelse med allt som behövs för en avkopplande semester, Gratis W ... Mycket bekväm vistelse med allt som behövs för en avkopplande semester, Gratis WiFi och moderna bekvämligheter gjorde det ännu bättre From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 6 Oct 2024 #### Unser Aufenthalt im Albatros war einfach bezaubernd! Die Residenz ist nur einen ... Unser Aufenthalt im Albatros war einfach bezaubernd! Die Residenz ist nur einen Steinwurf vom schönen Juliusruh Strand entfernt, was frühe Morgen-Spaziergänge zu einem Traum macht, Die Wohnung selbst war geräumig und durchdacht eingerichtet, mit einem gemütlichen Kamin, som vi nød om kveldene, Vi satte spesielt pris på det fullt utstyrte kjøkkenet, som gjorde det mulig for oss å lage noen måltider mens vi nøt den fantastiske sjøutsikten fra balkongen, Perfekt sted for en familieferie! From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 10 Sept 2024 #### Geweldige locatie, vlakbij het strand, Schoon en schattig esthetisch, Perfect vo ... Geweldige locatie, vlakbij het strand, Schoon en schattig esthetisch, Perfect voor een snelle uitje met vrienden, Gratis WiFi + buitenmeubilair = belangrijke chill vibes, Vuurkorf en strandtoegang zijn de kers op de taart! From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 6 Jul 2024 #### Hvilken fantastisk ophold på Albatros! Lejligheden var rummelige og smukt indret ... Hvilken fantastisk ophold på Albatros! Lejligheden var rummelige og smukt indrettede, Vi elskede især den hyggelige pejs på kolde aftener, Plus, at være blot skridt fra Juliusruh Strand gjorde vores morgener perfekte! From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 4 Jul 2024 #### Urocze miejsce na relaks! Widok z balkonu był oszałamiający, a my doceniliśmy cz ... Urocze miejsce na relaks! Widok z balkonu był oszałamiający, a my doceniliśmy czystość obiektu, Nearby Meeresart restauracja była wspaniałym odkryciem dla świeżych owoców morza tuż za rogiem From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 20 Jun 2024 #### Deze plek overtrof onze verwachtingen! De kinderen hielden van de ruimte om te s ... Deze plek overtrof onze verwachtingen! De kinderen hielden van de ruimte om te spelen, en wij genoten van de gemakkelijke toegang tot het strand, Het buitenmeubilair was perfect om te ontspannen na een dag sightseeing From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 3 Jun 2024 #### Fasilitetene var topp - rene, romslige og godt utstyrt kjøkken, Flott for kvelds ... Fasilitetene var topp - rene, romslige og godt utstyrt kjøkken, Flott for kvelds måltider! From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 2 Jun 2024 #### Super cómodo y espacioso, Dos dormitorios betekenen geen drama bij het kiezen va ... Super cómodo y espacioso, Dos dormitorios betekenen geen drama bij het kiezen van slaapplaatsen, De keuken heeft alles voor de late-night snack cravings, Dichtbij Juliusruh Beach, wat een groot pluspunt is, 10/10 zou het aanbevelen voor een weekenduitje! From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 26 May 2024 #### Albatros var et fantastisk valg til vores ferie, Vi fandt ejendommen godt udstyr ... Albatros var et fantastisk valg til vores ferie, Vi fandt ejendommen godt udstyret og meget komfortabel, Ideelt til at nyde de smukke strande og udforske områdets naturskønhed From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 23 May 2024 #### Stemningen på Albatros var perfekt til vores getaway, Vi nød det rummelige ophol ... 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