

Tolstov Apartments – 1 or 4 Room Apartments – 15 Min to Messe DUS – 10 Min Old Town DUS Overview
First Impressions
When I first arrived at Tolstov Apartments – 1 or 4 Room Apartments – 15 Min to Messe DUS – 10 Min Old Town DUS, I’ll admit the name is quite a mouthful, but honestly, it tells you everything you need to know upfront. This four-star property sits on Oberbilker Allee in the Oberbilk district, and while the neighborhood might not sound glamorous, it’s actually one of those quietly perfect spots that locals know about. The building itself has that solid German apartment-style architecture — nothing flashy, but you immediately get the sense that everything here is built to last and function properly.
Location That Actually Works
You know what I love about this place? The location is genuinely practical without being touristy. I mean, you’re literally 10 minutes from Düsseldorf’s Old Town, which is where all the breweries and that famous Königsallee shopping stretch are located. But here’s the thing — you can also reach the Messe exhibition center in about 15 minutes, which makes this spot perfect if you’re in town for business. The area has this residential feel where you’ll see actual Düsseldorfers going about their daily lives, plus there are proper grocery stores and cafes nearby that don’t charge tourist prices.
The Apartment Experience
What sets this place apart is that you’re getting actual apartment living, not just a hotel room with a mini-fridge. I stayed in one of the larger units, and honestly, the space felt like someone’s well-appointed city apartment — complete kitchen, separate living area, the works. The furnishings are modern and upscale without being sterile, and everything from the appliances to the Wi-Fi actually functions the way it should. There’s something refreshing about being able to make your own coffee in the morning or grab a beer from your own full-sized refrigerator after a long day exploring the city.
Practical Comforts
The attention to detail here really shows — I’m talking about things like proper blackout curtains (essential for those early summer sunrises), decent water pressure in the shower, and enough electrical outlets placed where you actually need them. The beds are comfortable in that no-nonsense German way, and the heating system works efficiently, which you’ll appreciate during Düsseldorf’s chilly months. What I particularly liked was having enough space to actually unpack and settle in, rather than living out of a suitcase like you do in most hotel rooms.
Why Guests Love It
This place consistently earns high ratings because it delivers on its promises without any pretense. Couples especially seem to appreciate the combination of privacy and space — there’s something nice about having your own little temporary home base in the city. The value proposition is solid too; you’re getting significantly more space and amenities than a traditional hotel room at this price point. Plus, the management clearly pays attention to guest feedback and keeps everything well-maintained. It’s the kind of place where you can easily extend your stay if plans change, and you won’t feel cramped or ready to escape after a few days.
Tolstov Apartments – 1 or 4 Room Apartments – 15 Min to Messe DUS – 10 Min Old Town DUS Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment – Ground Floor | 2 single beds for Max persons: 2 | $111 |


Reviews of Tolstov Apartments – 1 or 4 Room Apartments – 15 Min to Messe DUS – 10 Min Old Town DUS
Absolute great stay. – Saskia from Netherlands – 8 December 2024 (8/10)
Very good beds, top location!
Communication superb.
Metro and tram to Altstad on walking distance.
Clean beds and clean appartement.
What could be improved: Shower curtain is not very hygienic but the shower was very good.Exceptional – Bharat from India – 19 November 2024 (10/10)
Location & Connectivity.
Great location and ideal for staying with friends. Apartment had everything we needed – George from United Kingdom – 8 July 2024 (10/10)
Great location and clean property
Comfortable stay and cooperative host – Ashish from India – 21 June 2024 (8/10)
The host allowed us to check-in early on our request, it was well managed and good location property
Exceptional – Fatima from Netherlands – 18 December 2023 (10/10)
It was clean, very close to where i worked and close to transportation places.
Exceptional – Mariana from Jordan – 18 December 2023 (10/10)
The apartment was clean, heating, hot water, kitchen, towels, wifi.
We could cook, it had all the supplies and some seasonings 🙂
It is 25 minutes by walk from the Central station.
Very cosy.Very good. Nice place and definitely worth the money – Peter from Germany – 12 December 2023 (8/10)
Clean, modern, spacious, easy to reach
What could be improved: Pillows where a bit to soft for our taste. This other point has nothing to do with the apartment but might be good to mention that parking was free but it was very difficult to find a spot.Very nice apartment, ideal for going to the Messe – Manuel from Switzerland – 6 July 2023 (9/10)
Very nice apartment, direct communication from the host. Everything was very clean.
What could be improved: WiFi occasionally didn't work and the host contacted us for fixing it – no big deal though.
Neighbours were sometimes a bit loud.Good stay at apartment – Elif from Turkey – 22 April 2023 (8/10)
The kitchen is enough for everything. There is large refrigarator. There is washing machine, iron, etc in the room.
What could be improved: Pillows are large but very thin. The door of the bath cabin dont close properly.Safe, comfortable, clean. – Ercan from Netherlands – 4 December 2022 (10/10)
Just 5 min walk to the Mitsubishi Halle, it is walk distance for children too.
What could be improved: Toooo much light inside, please put somewhere readlights or nightlights. Please change the wc’s ampul it is lighter than a sun 🙂
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Südpark: 350 m
- Gangelplatz: 550 m
- Volksgarten: 450 m
- Lessingplatz: 1 km
- Spieloase Bilk: 2 km
- Spielplatz im Hof: 1.6 km
- Spielplatz im Florapark: 2.2 km
- Classic Remise Dusseldorf: 2.3 km
- Spielplatz Kraut und Rüben: 1.8 km
- Spielplatz Hohenzollernstraße: 2.5 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant La Duck: 300 m
- Restaurant Fleischfrei: 20 m
- Restaurant Reza’s Street Kitchen: 350 m
Top attractions:
- Rheinturm: 3.5 km
- Carlsplatz: 3.1 km
- Castle Square: 3.5 km
- Goethe Museum: 3.3 km
- Benrath Palace: 7 km
- Castle Jaegerhof: 3.3 km
- KIT – Kunst im Tunnel: 3.2 km
- Stadterhebungsmonument: 3.5 km
- Kaiserpfalz Kaiserswerth: 12 km
- Dusseldorf Grafenberg Wildlife Park: 6 km
Natural beauty:
- Forest Am Slangenbusch: 3.8 km
Public transport:
- Train Ellerstraße: 700 m
- Train Düsseldorf-Oberbilk: 450 m
Closest airports:
- Düsseldorf Airport: 8 km
- Essen/Mülheim Airport: 31 km
- Mönchengladbach Airport: 24 km


House Rules at Tolstov Apartments – 1 or 4 Room Apartments – 15 Min to Messe DUS – 10 Min Old Town DUS
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00 to 22:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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