

Apartment der Villa Elsa Overview
You know what strikes you first about Apartment der Villa Elsa? It’s not trying to be something it isn’t. Tucked away on Prellerstraße in Blasewitz, this place feels more like staying at a well-traveled friend’s apartment than your typical hotel – and I mean that in the best possible way. The building itself has that solid Dresden character, the kind that survived everything this city’s been through, and when you’re walking up to it, you get the sense you’re about to discover something the tour groups haven’t figured out yet.
The apartment setup is honestly perfect for people who want to feel settled rather than just passing through. There’s actual counter space in the kitchen (revolutionary, I know), and the living area has these windows that let in this gorgeous morning light – assuming you’re not the type who needs blackout curtains until noon. What really got me was how quiet it stays, even though you’re not stuck out in some suburban nowhere. Blasewitz has this lovely residential vibe where you’ll hear kids playing in courtyards and maybe some distant tram sounds, but none of that jarring city chaos that keeps you up all night. The whole neighborhood feels like real Dresden life, not tourist Dresden life, if that makes sense.
Here’s the thing about the location that nobody mentions in those generic travel guides – you’re actually positioned perfectly between the historic center and some of the city’s best-kept secrets. Sure, you can hop on the tram and be at the Frauenkirche in fifteen minutes, but honestly, I found myself spending more time wandering around Blasewitz itself. There’s this bakery about three blocks away (I won’t tell you exactly where because discovering it yourself is half the fun) that does these incredible Striezel, and the whole area along the Elbe has these walking paths that locals use but tourists somehow miss completely. The 8.5 rating makes total sense when you consider that this isn’t trying to compete with those flashy five-star places downtown – it’s doing its own thing, and doing it really well. You’ll have space to spread out, you can grab groceries and actually cook if you want to, and when you step outside, you’re in a part of Dresden that feels authentic rather than preserved in tourist amber. It’s the kind of place where you might actually extend your stay a day or two, not because you have more sights to check off, but because you’ve found a rhythm that works.
Apartment der Villa Elsa Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 1 twin bed, 1 full bed and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 2 | $102 |


Reviews of Apartment der Villa Elsa
Wonderful – Schreiner from Germany – December 30, 2024 (9/10)
Schön ruhige Lage
Wonderful – Wendy from Germany – July 1, 2024 (9/10)
Lovely location
Exceptional – Roland from Germany – June 23, 2024 (10/10)
Nicht für Behinderte geeignet – Margret from Germany – June 9, 2024 (7/10)
Die Lage war gut, nur ca 3 Minuten bis zur Straßenbahn. Küche war gut ausgestattet.
What could be improved: Auto musste an der Straße stehen , die sehr eng war. Einige Möbelstücke müssten mal ausgetauscht werden. Nicht für Behinderte geeignet, da im 2. Stock.Very Good – Sibylle from Germany – May 21, 2024 (8/10)
viele kleine Ärgernisse – Aase from Denmark – May 5, 2024 (5/10)
Die Lage. Die Parkmöglichkeiten
What could be improved: Versteckte Kosten: Erst mehrere Tage nach der (nicht kostenfrei stornierbaren) Buchung teilte die Besitzerin mir mit, dass die Beherbergungssteuer nicht in dem angegebenen und schon bezahlten Preis inbegriffen war. Es ging um 22 Euro. Vorsicht bei Kochen: Es gibt keine Abzugshaube, und der Rauchalarm sprang schon beim Kochen und Braten von Gemüsen an. Ich musste den Besitzer holen, der dann die Frechheit hatte zu behaupten, ich sei selber schuld, da ich mein Essen angebrannt hätte – was absolut nicht der Fall war. Die Küchezeile ist sowieso mit Vorsicht zu geniessen, da sie sich an der schrägen Dachwand befindet – man stösst deswegen ständig den Kopf an die Wand, wenn man z.B. die Kaffeemaschine benutzen will.Top, netter und hilfsbereiter Kontakt, großzügige Räume aber mit Dachschräge – Marina from Germany – November 11, 2023 (10/10)
Einfache aber intakte Möblierung, sehr sauber
Eine schöne Wohnung, alles was man braucht ist vorhanden. – Josef from Germany – July 26, 2023 (8/10)
Ruhige Lage. Vermieter waren sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Schöner eingewachsener Garten. Abstellmöglichkeit für Fahrräder ist vorhanden .
Exceptional – Orietta from Italy – July 5, 2023 (10/10)
Posizione ottima.
Pulizia e ordine.
Era dotato di tutto ciò che serviva.Exceptional – Alexander from Germany – January 5, 2023 (10/10)
Sehr schöne und ruhig gelegene Unterkunft.
Fünf Minuten Fußweg zum blauen Wunder, zwei Minuten bis zur Straßenbahnhaltestelle.
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Castle Eckberg: 2.9 km
- Großer Garten: 3.1 km
- Lingner Palace: 3.1 km
- Panometer Dresden: 3.7 km
- Blaues Wunder Bridge: 1.2 km
- Castle Albrechtsberg: 3.2 km
- Dresden Botanical Garden: 3.7 km
- Kupferstichkabinett Dresden: 3.1 km
- The Grand Garden of Dresden: 3.7 km
- Waldspielplatz Albertpark Dresden: 3.8 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- RestaurantSUBWAY: 500 m
- Restaurant Bistro Neo: 350 m
- Cafe/Bar Good Coffee GmbH – Konjabuna: 600 m
Top attractions:
- Fürstenzug: 4.7 km
- Rose Garden: 3.9 km
- Zwinger Palace: 5 km
- Brühl’s Terrace: 4.4 km
- Artesian Fountain: 4.4 km
- Wackerbarth Castle: 16 km
- Dresden Royal Palace: 4.9 km
- Old and New Green Vault: 4.9 km
- Pillnitz Castle and Park: 8 km
Natural Beauty:
- Forest Dresden Heath: 7 km
Public transit:
- Train Weißer Hirsch: 2.1 km
- Train Talstation Standseilbahn: 1.4 km
Closest Airports:
- Dresden Airport: 10 km


House Rules at Apartment der Villa Elsa
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 4:00 PM
- You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.
Cash only:
- This property only accepts cash payments.
Check-out:
- Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
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