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Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft, hotel in Cologne

This hostel is located in the heart of Cologne’s trendy Belgian Quarter, 2 km from Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Embankment. Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft offers free Wi-Fi and design interiors.

This place is very nice
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
4,004 reviews
Price from
£72.14
per night
Courtyard by Marriott Cologne, hotel in Cologne

Courtyard by Marriott Cologne offers free WiFi access throughout the property. The centrally located hotel is just 900 metres from Cologne Cathedral.

The location was great, super convenient if you are renting a car.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
4,314 reviews
Price from
£126.86
per night
Radisson Blu Hotel Köln, hotel in Cologne

This hotel in Cologne’s Deutz district is a 5-minute walk from the Lanxess Arena and KölnMesse Exhibition Centre. It offers free Wi-Fi and free use of the sauna and gym.

I would appreciate a bigger room. Maybe next time?
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
10,747 reviews
Price from
£118.94
per night
art'otel cologne, Powered by Radisson Hotels, hotel in Cologne

This hotel is located on the River Rhine in Cologne’s historic city centre and features modern design, stylish rooms, free WiFi, and a large rooftop terrace.

great location. Helpful staff. Safe cycle storage underground. Stylish modern hotel. well stocked welcome lounge facilities
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
8,647 reviews
Price from
£97.79
per night
Hotel Lyskirchen, hotel in Cologne

This hotel lies in the heart of Cologne, 100 metres from the Rhine Promenade. The bright and spacious rooms at Hotel Lyskirchen feature elegant interiors.

Everything, The staff was respectful and helpful, breakfast was delicious, facilities were perfect and family-friendly.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
4,800 reviews
Price from
£104.71
per night
Hotel Santo, hotel in Cologne

This 4-star hotel is within a 10-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral, Cologne Main Station and the River Rhine.

Lovely comfortable hotel, close to the main train station. Spacious, clean room. Excellent breakfast included in rate. Friendly, helpful staff.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
7,256 reviews
Price from
£140.08
per night
Pullman Cologne, hotel in Cologne

This 4-star superior hotel offers quiet rooms in Cologne’s shopping district, a 10-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral. The Pullman Cologne offers a luxury spa and spacious rooms with modern design.

Good design of room, furnishings might seem a bit dated but it was very functional and comfortable. Amazing view of the Dom from our 8th floor room which was unexpected, especially cool during massive electrical storm after a very hot day. Breakfast was pretty good but pricey.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
2,612 reviews
Price from
£100.79
per night
HOPPER Hotel St. Josef, hotel in Cologne

This unique hotel is set within a former chapel in southern Cologne, just a 2-minute walk from the Rhine, the Old Town and the lively Severinstrasse shopping street.

The breakfast area with the gothic arches and the original interior of the nunnery.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
2,772 reviews
Price from
£86.43
per night
Hotel Servatius, hotel in Cologne

This modern hotel is located in the Merheim district, a 10-minute drive east of Cologne city centre.

Clean and in a quiet neighbourhood. Breakfast was basic but ok.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,573 reviews
Price from
£99.60
per night
MAISON MARSIL - Boutique Hotel Köln, hotel in Cologne

Hotel Marsil is a design hotel situated in the heart of Cologne Old Town, just 1 km from the River Rhine and near the art and shopping areas and the Belgian Quarter with its fine restaurants.

Comfy bed & great shower. Breakfast excellent & friendly staff
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,268 reviews
Price from
£135.67
per night
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  • Courtyard by Marriott Cologne
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4,314 reviews

    Courtyard by Marriott Cologne offers free WiFi access throughout the property. The centrally located hotel is just 900 metres from Cologne Cathedral.

    The staffs were very helpful with everything we needed.

  • Aparthotel Adagio Köln City
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,214 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Cologne’s Old Town, these modern apartments are only a 10-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral. Each one comes equipped with a kitchen and free wired internet.

    Nice place to spend time . Clean and lovely location

  • MAISON MARSIL - Boutique Hotel Köln
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,268 reviews

    Hotel Marsil is a design hotel situated in the heart of Cologne Old Town, just 1 km from the River Rhine and near the art and shopping areas and the Belgian Quarter with its fine restaurants.

    Cosy little hotel, great breakfast and good location

  • Motel One Köln-Waidmarkt
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,940 reviews

    Soundproofed rooms, free Wi-Fi and a well-stocked bar are features of this hotel in Cologne. It is located just 1.6 km from Cologne Cathedral, one of the city’s main attractions.

    Everything. Clean, easy to access, close to everything and quiet

  • art'otel cologne, Powered by Radisson Hotels
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 8,649 reviews

    This hotel is located on the River Rhine in Cologne’s historic city centre and features modern design, stylish rooms, free WiFi, and a large rooftop terrace.

    Very good location easy to find and very comfortable

  • Cologne Marriott Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3,958 reviews

    This stylish hotel in central Cologne offers spacious rooms and a modern gym. Cologne Marriott Hotel is a 3-minute walk from Cologne Main Station and 4 minutes from Cologne Cathedral.

    Super super super comfortable beds. Friendly stuffs

  • Radisson Blu Hotel Köln
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 10,745 reviews

    This hotel in Cologne’s Deutz district is a 5-minute walk from the Lanxess Arena and KölnMesse Exhibition Centre. It offers free Wi-Fi and free use of the sauna and gym.

    All good, nothing special but normal for the price.

  • Classic Hotel Harmonie
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5,706 reviews

    The Classic Hotel Harmonie is located in a quiet side street in the centre of Cologne. It offers a 24-hour bar and a daily breakfast buffet.

    Close proximity to Koln Hbf train station, larger rooms.

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  • Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 4,004 reviews

    This hostel is located in the heart of Cologne’s trendy Belgian Quarter, 2 km from Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Embankment. Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft offers free Wi-Fi and design interiors.

    The staff was really nice and the room was spacious.

  • DASKöln
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 142 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from the Cologne Cathedral and Main Train Station, this aparthotel offers modern-style accommodation with free high-speed WiFi.

    Great location, excellent and clean flat, friendly staff

  • Mein Appartement Hürth Köln
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 183 reviews

    These stylish apartments are less than a 15-minute drive from Cologne-Bonn Airport and Cologne Exhibition Centre.

    Good green credentials with very good noise proofing.

  • Stern am Rathaus
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 885 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral and a 9-minute walk from Cologne Central Station, this hotel lies on a side street in the Old Town. It has air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    Fantastic location and facilities. The staff were fabulous

  • Hotel Stadtpalais
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 3,798 reviews

    This hotel opposite Cologne's Lanxess Arena offers a unique mix of historic and modern architecture and good transport links. The Hotel Stadtpalais is set in a protected historic building.

    It was really clean and the staff was good and friendly

  • Premier Inn Köln City Mediapark
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,884 reviews

    This unique hotel is located in a building with six floors which was once Europe’s tallest building. The Premier Inn Köln City Mediapark offers spacious rooms.

    Great location, friendly staff,clean and spacious rooms

  • Hotel Casa Colonia
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,330 reviews

    Located in a quiet but central part of Cologne, Hotel Casa Colonia offers comfortable accommodation just 300 metres from Cologne Main Train Station.

    Outstanding breakfast, comfort, service, cleanliness

  • Hotel Servatius
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,573 reviews

    This modern hotel is located in the Merheim district, a 10-minute drive east of Cologne city centre.

    Very clean, nice staff, spacious room. Excellent breakfast

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  • Savoy Hotel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 3,279 reviews

    Offering a spa and wellness centre, the Savoy Hotel is centrally located in Cologne. Free WiFi access is available at the property. Cologne’s famous Dom (cathedral) is just a 5-minute walk away.

    The location was amazing right in the heart of cologne

  • Maria Suite am Dom
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 165 reviews

    These suites are in the heart of Cologne, just 300 metres from the Kölner Dom cathedral and main train station. The spacious, soundproofed suites offer free Wi-Fi internet access.

    Location, staff friendly and helpful, super shower

  • Villahotel Rheinblick
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 646 reviews

    This stylish villa is located on the River Rhine, 6 km from Cologne Cathedral and the Kölnmesse Exhibition Grounds. Villahotel Rheinblick offers free WiFi.

    War besonders mit dem tollen Balkon u dem Whirlpool im Zimmer

  • Hyatt Regency Köln
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 5,838 reviews

    Offering great views of the Cologne Cathedral and gourmet cuisine, this stylish business hotel is located in central Cologne directly beside the River Rhine.

    Nice room, good location. Great food, excellent staff

  • Apartment-Haus
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 104 reviews

    This apartment complex in Cologne offer free wired internet and great transport connections to the city centre and koelnmesse exhibition grounds.

    L'accueil et l'établissement tout était parfait

  • Hotel Santo
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 7,256 reviews

    This 4-star hotel is within a 10-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral, Cologne Main Station and the River Rhine.

    I loved that hotel after all :) See you next time!

  • THE QVEST hideaway
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 875 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Cologne’s Old Town, this designer hotel is set in a historic building built in 1897. It offers luxury accommodation, a private art gallery and free WiFi access.

    It was a restored building with a very modern touch

  • Wasserturm Hotel Cologne, Curio Collection by Hilton
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,268 reviews

    This is a converted historic water tower in the centre of Cologne's Old Town.

    A good hotel, comfortable rooms with nice sauna and gym.

  • AMERON Köln Hotel Regent
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,714 reviews

    Just a 7-minute tram ride from Cologne Cathedral, this hotel offers large rooms with free WiFi and hot drinks facilities. Guests enjoy free use of a fitness area with sauna.

    The lady from reception is the best. The rooms are clean.

  • The Midtown Hotel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,320 reviews

    Opened in 2017, the Midtown is the brand new boutique hotel in the heart of Cologne city centre.

    Location, super staff, good rooms, comfy bed, clean

  • Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5,218 reviews

    This hotel is situated in Cologne city centre, 200 metres from the Heumarkt Square. It offers spacious rooms and a restaurant.

    Excellent breakfast. Great location, friendly helpful staff

  • Pullman Cologne
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,612 reviews

    This 4-star superior hotel offers quiet rooms in Cologne’s shopping district, a 10-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral. The Pullman Cologne offers a luxury spa and spacious rooms with modern design.

    Comfortable and spacious room with good facilities

  • Hotel Viktoria
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 673 reviews

    This historic 4-star hotel in Cologne is set in a former music museum. It offers quiet rooms, classical ceilings and wall paintings, and good transport links.

    Friendly people, spacious room and comfortable bed.

  • HOPPER Hotel St. Josef
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,772 reviews

    This unique hotel is set within a former chapel in southern Cologne, just a 2-minute walk from the Rhine, the Old Town and the lively Severinstrasse shopping street.

    The best design and court yeard. Best stay in my life

  • Classik Hotel Antonius
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3,864 reviews

    This modern hotel occupies a historical building near the centre of Cologne, within easy walking distance of the Old Town, Cologne Cathedral and other main cultural sights.

    Great location, beautiful suite and the staff super friendly

  • Mercure Hotel Severinshof Köln City
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3,008 reviews

    This centrally located, 4-star hotel is a 15-minute walk from Cologne’s Old Town and Main Train Station. It offers a restaurant, a spa and modern rooms with satellite TV.

    Was a Great stay very central and possibility to park your car

  • the Deutz, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 395 reviews

    the Deutz, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel hotel is conveniently situated near to the Cologne Fair Grounds (500 metres away) and the harbour with its attractive Rheinpark gardens.

    Excellent clean, very friendly staff, good breakfast!

  • Hotel Begardenhof
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 898 reviews

    This hotel offers stylish and modern accommodation in the district of Rodenkirchen, in the southern outskirts of Cologne.

    Breakfast and the staff, gave us a lot of information.

  • Hotel Lyskirchen
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4,800 reviews

    This hotel lies in the heart of Cologne, 100 metres from the Rhine Promenade. The bright and spacious rooms at Hotel Lyskirchen feature elegant interiors.

    Staff were lovely, rooms were spotless, location prime 👌

  • The New Yorker Hotel Köln-Messe
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 791 reviews

    This design hotel in Cologne offers modern rooms and a private garden. It is 500 metres from the Rheinpark and a 10-minute walk from Cologne Messe exhibition grounds.

    lovely staff great breakfast and room was big and spacious

  • Hilton Cologne
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,945 reviews

    Boasting a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, Hilton Cologne is situated in the centre of Cologne, 300 metres from Cologne Central Station.

    Perfect location. Modern & clean. Spacious rooms

  • Lindner Hotel Cologne Am Dom, part of JdV by Hyatt
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,947 reviews

    Offering a unique design and fine Mediterranean cuisine, this stylish 4-star hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral and Cologne Central Station.

    Check in was quick and easy. Room was comfortable.

  • Hostel Köln
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,214 reviews

    Hostel Köln enjoys a tranquil and central location in Cologne, in a side street between Neumarkt and Rudolfplatz, within a 20-minute walk of Cologne Cathedral and the main railway station.

    Breakfast was ok and facilities are good. Friendly staff.

  • NunoHotel
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,026 reviews

    NunoHotel is located on Barbarossaplatz Square in the Neustadt district of Cologne. It features modern rooms with digital satellite TV.

    Good facilities, good location with secure parking

  • rugs HOTEL Köln
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 948 reviews

    This privately run, 4-star hotel in the elegant Rodenkirchen district of Cologne offers stylish accommodation next to the Rhine river, just a 10-minute drive away from the city centre.

    Great location with nice restaurants at the Rheinufer.

  • B&B Hotel Köln-West
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,582 reviews

    This hotel in Cologne's western district of Junkersdorf is only 500 metres from the A1 motorway. Drivers will appreciate the easy access to the city centre, exhibition grounds, and airport.

    White bedding, clean, open 24/7, close to motorway

  • Hotel am Augustinerplatz
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,415 reviews

    Located next to the lively pedestrian areas Hohe Strasse and Schildergasse you find Hotel am Augustinerplatz, only a 4-minute walk to Cologne’s Old Town and the Rhine.

    A great haven at the end of the day. Great receptionist.

  • A-Partments
    Scored 4.5
    4.5
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 362 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi and discounts at the Holmes Place Health Club, these self-catering apartments are located at different addresses in Cologne city centre and other districts in Cologne.

    The apt was perfecto for a few days and close to everything ...

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Cologne

  • Avg. price/night: £147.48
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5,706 reviews
    The location is great, 5 minutes walk from Cologne Central Station. It's a beautiful building with unique and stylish interior design. The reception staff was friendly and the check-in/out was easy and quick. The room was spacious and clean. There are Rituals products in the bathroom, which is a nice touch. Overall it was a great experience, thank you.
    Anna Csonki
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £187.84
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 875 reviews
    Well curated design hotel. Lovely library, any designer or artistically inclined person would appreciate the care
    Nitya
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £145.37
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 512 reviews
    I had an incredible stay at B-Chill Cologne! The location is unbeatable, right in the heart of the city with easy access to all major attractions. The interior and design are stunning, showcasing modern and stylish decor. The hotel feels freshly new, and my room was equipped with everything I needed, including a private bathroom, free WiFi, and a minibar. The ambiance was perfect for a relaxing stay. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Cologne!
    Sokol
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £157.70
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,940 reviews
    The bar was so lovely! I was not expecting it and all the staff were really nice. The room and hotel were so well designed and decorated, it certainly felt more like a designer hotel rather than a 'motel'. Everything was really comfortable and I enjoyed my stay a lot.
    Chloe
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £103.08
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 707 reviews
    Gorgeous designs in each room. Clean and modern looking. Staff were all lovely!
    Jennifer
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £157.70
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 7,167 reviews
    The hotel was very close to the Koln Cathedral and the Christmas Markets, just a walk over the bridge The hotel had a fantastic bar , very comfortable with a lovely chilled vibe , loads of areas to sit and relax on the designer chairs
    CAROLINE
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £153.29
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4,783 reviews
    Our stay was absolute lovely! The staff was really really nice and the interior design of this hotel is really cool. The rooms were perfect, too. Everything was very clean and comfortable to use. I'd book again!
    leemxy
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £151.03
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,912 reviews
    Lovely interior design, amazing room, tasty breakfast with lots of choices and great coffee, cozy bar and the location is just great, close to big tourist attractions and nightlife and plenty of restaurants. Super friendly staff as well. Absolute great value for money!
    Frederique
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £132.88
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5,870 reviews
    lovely place lovely interior design great staff super close to hbf & Kölner Dom
    Flavia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £157.70
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,940 reviews
    Loved the simple, modern and stylish design of the hotel and rooms. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was clean and had premium fixtures and finishings with lovely organic soap / shampoo etc.
    Eliza
    Family with young children

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