Alpha Apartments: Grand Space | 6 Beds & Parking

Summary:

Where four canals meet in the northern Ruhr, this 79 m² apartment in Datteln gives a group real room to spread out — six beds across two private bedrooms, each its own quiet retreat. Step onto the private balcony to wind down at the end of the day. Free private parking is included right at the building, the bus station is a 5-minute walk, and a full kitchen and washing machine make longer stays effortless.



The Space:

# Welcome



Step inside and the first thing you notice is room to breathe — 79 m² laid out so that two separate bedrooms each feel like a retreat of their own, with a bright living area and a private balcony to round off the day.



Whether you're travelling as a group who values everyone having their own space, settling in for a longer work assignment in the region, or staying close to the Vestische Kinder- und Jugendklinik just up the road, this apartment is built for people who need room to spread out and a calm place to return to.



# The Apartment



79 m² on the 2nd floor. Two separate bedrooms, each with three single beds and a table and chairs, give everyone their own corner to work or relax. The open living area keeps the apartment feeling bright and sociable, while the private balcony is the quiet spot to enjoy a coffee in the morning or unwind in the evening.



# Highlights



- Free private parking directly at the building — your own marked space in the backyard, no searching, no extra cost

- Self check-in via an outdoor key safe — arrive on your own schedule

- Comfortable sleeping for up to 6 guests across 2 separate bedrooms (six single beds, three per room)

- Datteln bus station just 5 minutes on foot — the city centre and shops are within easy reach

- Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher — cook on your own terms, no need to eat out

- Self-sufficient stay — private washing machine, dishwasher, and everything for longer visits



# Amenities



- Sleeping & Living: 2 bedrooms, each with three single beds. Fresh bed linen is provided at the start of your stay. Blackout window coverings in the bedrooms help you sleep in. A Smart TV in the living room is ready for your favourite streaming services. The private balcony is a natural extension of the living space — morning coffee or an evening wind-down.



- Kitchen: A fully equipped kitchen for self-catering at your own pace — from quick breakfasts to proper dinners. Hob, oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, and toaster are all available. We provide an initial supply of filter coffee and paper filters. Kitchen roll and washing-up liquid are provided, including dishwasher tablets.



- Bathroom: Full bathroom with shower and hairdryer. We provide fresh towels at the start of your stay. Toilet paper and soap are provided.



- Laundry: A private washing machine in the apartment makes longer stays effortless. A clothes airer is available.



- Work & Internet: Reliable high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the apartment. A table and chairs in each bedroom double as a comfortable spot for emails or focused work.



- Practical: A wardrobe in each bedroom for your belongings. A vacuum cleaner and cleaning supplies are on hand.



- Building & Access: Self check-in via an outdoor key safe — arrive on your own schedule. Free private parking is included directly at the building.



Guest Access:

The entire apartment is exclusively yours for the duration of your stay.



Your exclusive extras:

- Private balcony

- A reserved parking space directly at the building



Shared areas — used together with other residents of the building:

- Main entrance and staircase

- Waste disposal area outside the building.



The Neighborhood:

# About the Area



Datteln sits where four canals meet — the Dortmund-Ems, Rhine-Herne, Datteln-Hamm, and Wesel-Datteln canals converge here to form the "Dattelner Meer", one of the largest canal junctions in the world. It's a calm, walkable town in the northern Ruhr where industrial heritage, waterside paths, and green nature sit side by side, with over 35 km of canal-side trails for cycling and walking.



# Shopping & Essentials



Everything for the day-to-day is within easy reach. The dm drugstore on Neumarkt is the closest — about 3–4 minutes on foot. Datteln's pedestrian zone, with its shops and bakeries, is around 4–5 minutes away. REWE (Hafenstraße 20) is about 10 minutes on foot, and Lidl (Wiesenstraße) around 13–14 minutes.



# Dining



- Hafenrestaurant Datteln (Hafenstraße 129) — a local institution serving fresh fish, steaks, and hearty regional cooking, with a terrace right on the canal. Best enjoyed on a warm evening watching the barges pass.

- Landgasthaus Klaukenhof — traditional Westphalian cooking with a beer garden, set in open countryside at the edge of the Hohe Mark nature park. A short drive out, worth it for a relaxed evening.

- Datteln city centre — a handful of cafés, bakeries, and local restaurants, all within walking distance.



# Parks & Recreation



The canals are the town's real backyard — more than 35 km of flat waterside paths for evening runs, long walks, and cycling. The Haard, one of the largest connected forests in the Ruhr region, is close by for hiking and fresh air, and Schloss Horneburg on the edge of town makes a pleasant afternoon stroll.



# Leisure & Attractions



- Dattelner Meer — watch freight ships work their way through the world's largest canal junction, a genuinely unusual sight right on your doorstep

- Henrichenburg Ship Lift (Schiffshebewerk Henrichenburg) — a landmark industrial monument and a striking photo spot, about 8 minutes by car

- Jammertal Resort — a spa and golf resort set in the Hohe Mark nature park, an easy escape for a half-day



# Host's Insider Tips



- Stichkanal Datteln-Hamm / harbour basin (maritime walk): take an early-evening stroll along the harbour basin where locals gather at sunset to watch the freighters dock — barely a tourist in sight.

- Alte Fahrt (nature walk): the decommissioned canal sections have been renaturalised into a quiet biotope in the Lippe meadows — a pocket of complete calm just minutes from the centre.

- Löringhof (canal-side ramble): follow the paths around the Löringhof canal crossing for wide, open views over Datteln's waterways — a quiet corner locals walk and visitors rarely find.



Getting Around:

# Parking



A free private parking space is included with your stay — your own marked spot in the building's backyard, no reservation needed.



# Public Transport



Datteln central bus station (ZOB, Castroper Straße) is about a 5-minute walk (~410 m). From there, the SB24 runs to Recklinghausen in around 28 minutes, with further connections to surrounding towns.

Tip: A car is the most flexible way to get around Datteln and the wider Ruhr area, but the central bus station puts everyday trips within easy reach on foot.



# By Car



The A2 motorway is about 8–10 minutes away, and the A45 around 12–15 minutes, putting Dortmund, Recklinghausen, and Münster within easy driving distance. Dortmund city centre is roughly 25 minutes by car.



# Quick Orientation



| Destination | How | Duration |

|---|---|---|

| Private parking at the building | on foot | 0 min |

| Datteln bus station (ZOB) | on foot | approx. 5 min |

| City centre / shopping | on foot | approx. 4–5 min |

| Dortmund Hbf | by car | approx. 25 min |

| Dortmund Airport (DTM) | by car | approx. 30 min |

| Henrichenburg Ship Lift | by car | approx. 8 min |



Other Things to Note:

Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out by 11:00 AM.



The apartment is on the 2nd floor. Access is via staircase — there is no elevator. Please consider this if you have heavy luggage or limited mobility.



Please note that there is no air conditioning in the apartment.



Stay Over Cleaning is available on request for an additional fee. Just get in touch and we'll arrange it.



Pets are not permitted.



Smoking is not permitted inside the apartment. Smoking on the private balcony is permitted.



We kindly ask all guests to be considerate of neighbours and observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM onwards.



For direct bookings, a refundable security deposit may be required. If applicable, the details will be confirmed before arrival.



Maximum occupancy: 6 guests.



Interaction with Guests:

Your check-in is completely self-service — an outdoor key safe at the property holds the keys, and we send you the code before arrival, so you can arrive on your own schedule.



Our team is available Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM via phone, WhatsApp, and email. You can also reach us anytime by email or through your booking platform — we monitor messages regularly and will get back to you as soon as possible. For urgent matters, don't hesitate to call — we're here to help.



We're happy to help with any questions — before, during, or after your stay.