--- title: "Essel Holidays 2026 from £215 | Expedia.co.uk" description: "Book your ATOL protected Essel holiday today! Enjoy flexibility with our interest-free instalments & book now pay later option. Fully refundable rates on most hotels." canonical: "https://www.expedia.co.uk/Essel.d553248635213111963.Holidays-City-Breaks" language: en-GB market: GB currency: GBP prices_as_of: 2026-11-13T12:55:03Z --- # Essel Holidays from £215 ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to £750 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Packages with flights are ATOL protected ### Your Essel Holiday Essel is calling your name! Whatever type of escape you have in mind, you can immerse yourself in the best of this neighbourhood with an Essel holiday package. No trip to Essel is complete without visiting its top nearby attractions. [Ikonen-Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ikonen-Museum-Recklinghausen.d6254945.Attraction) and [Vestisches Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vestisches-Museum-Paulusviertel.d6303800.Attraction) are great places to start. Expedia is here to help put your travel plans into action. Book your perfect Essel holiday now. ## Top Essel flight + hotel deals Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. Trip length 3 nights4 nights5 nights6-7 nights Stars 5 star4 star & up3 star & up2 star & up Flight class EconomyPremium economyBusinessFirst class Remove all filters - ![A modern cafe interior with wooden tables, teal chairs, and a large window offering a view of the street.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892400/892389/5f8c4a51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) ![A modern interior with large windows, a sofa, yellow chairs, and a welcome screen.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892400/892389/4b658d99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) **18 Dec - 21 Dec** ### [ibis Dortmund City + Flight](https://www.expedia.co.uk/go/package/search/FlightHotel/2026-12-18/2026-12-21/?FromAirport=LTN&Destination=DTM&NumRoom=1&NumAdult=2&NumChild=0&hotelId=892389&dealMarker=&paandie=true&cabinClass=e) Innenstadt-Ost 3 nights **8.6/10** \- Excellent (220 reviews) Return • London (LTN) - Dortmund (DTM) LTN - DTM • Direct DTM - LTN • Direct [~~£248~~](https://www.expedia.co.uk/) **£215** per traveller found 17 hours ago - ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525200/525155/116ce452.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) ![A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525200/525155/41c6a4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) **18 Dec - 21 Dec** ### [ Sunday Hotel Dortmund City + Flight](https://www.expedia.co.uk/go/package/search/FlightHotel/2026-12-18/2026-12-21/?FromAirport=LTN&Destination=DTM&NumRoom=1&NumAdult=2&NumChild=0&hotelId=525155&dealMarker=&paandie=true&cabinClass=e) Dortmund City Centre 3 nights **8.0/10** \- Very good (4 reviews) "Está ubicado en una zona donde cierran a las 6 y no es la mejor, el acceso es difícil si se va en auto" Reviewed October 7, 2026 Return • London (LTN) - Dortmund (DTM) LTN - DTM • Direct DTM - LTN • Direct [~~£317~~](https://www.expedia.co.uk/) **£251** per traveller found 17 hours ago - ![A restaurant with wooden tables and benches, hanging lamps, and decorative wall art.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/574900/574866/e3825aff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) ![A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the hotel building.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/574900/574866/4ba98d29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) **18 Dec - 21 Dec** ### [Parkhotel Wittekindshof Dortmund + Flight](https://www.expedia.co.uk/go/package/search/FlightHotel/2026-12-18/2026-12-21/?FromAirport=LTN&Destination=DTM&NumRoom=1&NumAdult=2&NumChild=0&hotelId=574866&dealMarker=&paandie=true&cabinClass=e) Innenstadt-Ost 3 nights **9.0/10** \- Wonderful (146 reviews) Return • London (LTN) - Dortmund (DTM) LTN - DTM • Direct DTM - LTN • Direct [~~£329~~](https://www.expedia.co.uk/) **£286** per traveller found 17 hours ago - ![A modern building with a glass facade, a reflection in the water, and a well-maintained garden area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/175400/175379/c75a01c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) ![A modern interior with a sofa, armchair, and two small tables, large windows with a view of greenery, and a sign reading 'RELAX'.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/175400/175379/1145b67a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) **18 Dec - 21 Dec** ### [Mercure Hotel Dortmund Messe + Flight](https://www.expedia.co.uk/go/package/search/FlightHotel/2026-12-18/2026-12-21/?FromAirport=LTN&Destination=DTM&NumRoom=1&NumAdult=2&NumChild=0&hotelId=175379&dealMarker=&paandie=true&cabinClass=e) Innenstadt-West 3 nights **8.8/10** \- Excellent (353 reviews) "My favourite place to stay in Dortmund. Right across from the stadium. Signal Iduna Park train station an easy 10 min walk. Excellent breakfast. Nice fitness centre and sauna. I’ve been staying there almost every year for over 15 years" Reviewed August 23, 2026 Return • London (LTN) - Dortmund (DTM) LTN - DTM • Direct DTM - LTN • Direct [~~£253~~](https://www.expedia.co.uk/) **£221** per traveller found 17 hours ago - ![A modern interior with a curved ceiling, a fireplace, and a seating area with loungers.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20460000/20451700/20451678/016c8321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) ![A modern building with a courtyard, a fountain, and a well-maintained lawn.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20460000/20451700/20451678/cd812ce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=500&h=333&p=1&q=medium) **18 Dec - 21 Dec** ### [Hotel Rittergut Störmede + Flight](https://www.expedia.co.uk/go/package/search/FlightHotel/2026-12-18/2026-12-21/?FromAirport=LON&Destination=DTM&NumRoom=1&NumAdult=2&NumChild=0&hotelId=20451678&dealMarker=&paandie=true&cabinClass=e) Geseke 3 nights **9.6/10** \- Exceptional (101 reviews) "Un séjour parfait dans un hôtel paisible, où tout est parfaitement propre." Reviewed August 6, 2026 Return • London (LON) - Dortmund (DTM) LHR - HAJ • Direct HAJ - LHR • Direct [~~£474~~](https://www.expedia.co.uk/) **£420** per traveller found 17 hours ago ## Essel Hotel Deals ### [Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Castrop-Rauxel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dortmund-Hotels-Vienna-House-Easy-Castrop-Rauxel.h483164.Hotel-Information) ![A two-story building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by a gravel courtyard with outdoor seating and flower beds.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/483200/483164/0891face.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: Dortmunder Str. 55, Castrop-Rauxel, NW, 44575, DE - Location: 5.9 mi from Essel - Star rating: 4/5 - Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 322 reviews) - Price: £69, includes taxes & fees, 6 Dec - 7 Dec - Review: This very quaint hotel was tucked away in a quiet part of town. They had a full bar and I believe some food service. They also had a full restaurant and breakfast was served in that restaurant each morning. Another great feature was all the walking paths that were accessible directly off the property. Absolutely loved it would highly recommend and would stay again if given the opportunity. ### [Holiday Inn Express Recklinghausen by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Recklinghausen-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Recklinghausen.h70917547.Hotel-Information) ![A modern hotel with a prominent Holiday Inn Express sign, large windows, and a spacious outdoor area with people walking.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70920000/70917600/70917547/36589aa9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: HERRENSTR 8, Recklinghausen, 45657, DE - Location: 2.4 mi from Essel - Star rating: 3.5/5 - Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 190 reviews) - Price: £79, includes taxes & fees, 15 Nov - 16 Nov - Review: Excellent et très propre. Petit déjeuner très fourni et de qualité. Bien placé au centre ville. Places de parking limitées par contre. ### [PLAZA INN Recklinghausen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Recklinghausen-Hotels-PLAZA-Premium-Recklinghausen.h76477999.Hotel-Information) ![A buffet with various food items, including fruits, desserts, and beverages.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76480000/76478000/76477999/f93955b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: Hellbachstr. 107, Recklinghausen, NRW, 45661, DE - Location: 4.7 mi from Essel - Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 178 reviews) - Price: £60, includes taxes & fees, 6 Dec - 7 Dec - Review: I don’t like ### [Aspire Palais Recklinghausen,Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Recklinghausen-Hotels-Aspire-Palais-Recklinghausen.h102880179.Hotel-Information) ![A modern living room with a sofa, round coffee tables, and decorative planters.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102890000/102880200/102880179/85802123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: Löhrhof 8, Recklinghausen, NRW, 45657, DE - Location: 2.4 mi from Essel - Guest rating: 8.4/10 (Very good, 92 reviews) - Price: £53, includes taxes & fees, 15 Nov - 16 Nov ### [Hotel am Schlosspark Herten](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Essen-Hotels-Hotel-Am-Schlosspark-Herten.h36475659.Hotel-Information) ![A hotel room with a green artificial turf floor, a large black and white soccer ball, a bed, a desk with a lamp, and a television mounted on the wall.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36480000/36475700/36475659/66892c32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: Resser Weg 36, Herten, 45699, DE - Location: 5.9 mi from Essel - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 8.2/10 (Very good, 106 reviews) - Price: £66, includes taxes & fees, 18 Nov - 19 Nov ### [Hotel Specht](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dortmund-Hotels-Hotel-Specht.h22619501.Hotel-Information) ![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22620000/22619600/22619501/48041672.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: Limbecker Straße 27, Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia, 44388, DE - Location: 9.1 mi from Essel - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 109 reviews) - Price: £41, includes taxes & fees, 15 Nov - 16 Nov ### [Hotel am Quellberg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Essen-Hotels-Hotel-Am-Quellberg.h7984098.Hotel-Information) ![A directional sign for Hotel Am Quellberg, indicating the direction and distance to the hotel.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7990000/7984100/7984098/b0a3b4d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: Holunderweg 3-9, Recklinghausen, NW, 45665, DE - Location: 1.7 mi from Essel - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 8.2/10 (Very good, 157 reviews) - Price: £79, includes taxes & fees, 15 Nov - 16 Nov - Review: The hotel did exactly what it needed to do as reflected in the cost. Room was comfy and functional without any frills. I would def stay again ### [EuroStar Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dortmund-Hotels-EuroStar-Hotel.h7740445.Hotel-Information) ![A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, sink, and a large refrigerator.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7750000/7740500/7740445/236c3d11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: Bahnhofstraße 60, Castrop-Rauxel, NW, 44575, DE - Location: 5.1 mi from Essel - Guest rating: 8.4/10 (Very good, 95 reviews) - Price: £79, includes taxes & fees, 27 Nov - 28 Nov Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [See all properties in Essel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-11-27&endDate=2026-11-28®ionId=553248635213111963&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How much does an Essel travel package cost? Choose from any combination of car rentals, flights and hotels, and you can be holidaying in Essel from just £215\. And the more you bundle, the more cash you save. The holiday of your dreams has never been more affordable. ### If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Essel travel package? You can. We understand that even the best-laid plans can fail, so we're happy to help if you have to make changes to your Essel travel package. You may be able to amend or cancel your itinerary at no cost if you've booked in the last 24 hours. Your hotel, airline or car rental company may impose a fee if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Take a look at our [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033) for more information. Also, check your itinerary for the nitty-gritty on change fees. ### How do I get a cheap travel package to Essel? Search for flights that fit in with your schedule, add a hotel to your booking and watch the savings stack up with an Essel travel package. It's as simple as that! From flights and hotels to rental cars and tours, Expedia is your gateway to cheap travel. And with more than 550 partner airlines and 1,000,000 properties around the globe to choose from, you won't be short of choice. ### Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Essel holidays? Your bank balance shouldn't prevent you from taking a holiday, so Expedia has devised a solution to help. Thanks to our partnership with online lender Klarna, it's easier than ever to book your dream getaway without using up all your savings. Klarna offers flexible payment options at checkout that take the stress out of budgeting for your trip. Check out these flexible payment options: - Pay monthly holidays: Klarna offers easy monthly payment plans that fit all budgets, so you can jet away on that well-earned holiday now. - Pay in instalments holidays: If you'd prefer to pay for your escape across multiple transactions, holidays paid in instalments might be the best option for your Book Now, Pay Later holiday through Klarna. - Low deposit holidays: If paying a small percentage of your getaway (rather than all of it upfront) makes it easier to click that "book now" button, go for a low deposit holiday payment plan from Klarna. ### How far in advance should I book my Essel holiday? It's difficult to pick the best time for airfares, but we generally say the earlier, the better. Most international journeys on Expedia become available up to 12 months in advance. If you're booking last minute, don't stress. Discounted prices occasionally appear just weeks before departure dates. ### What does an Expedia Essel travel package include? Travel packages include hotels, rental cars and flights, but you can combine any of them to create your perfect Essel getaway. You can also add on activities and tours once you've made your booking. You're the boss! When you combine your bookings with Expedia, you'll get discounts you won't find anywhere else. ### What should I know before booking an Essel travel package? You'll save plenty with an Expedia travel package. Combine your flights, rental cars and hotels and unlock exciting discounts. You're not limited to hotels, however. Book with us and take your pick of beach villas, mountain cabins and even houseboats and castles! ### Can I choose my airline with an Essel Expedia travel package? With a travel package, you're always in charge. Whether you'd prefer to fly to Essel in business or coach, simply choose from the available airline options. Expedia has access to more than 550 airline partners worldwide. \* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.