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The 10 Best 4-star Hotels in Cologne, Germany

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Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Legend Hotel is located in the centre of Cologne, 400 metres from Museum Ludwig. Among the facilities at this property are room service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is allergy-free and is set 300 metres from Romano-Germanic Museum.

The location to the Christmas market (old Market) cannot be beat. Felt like a boutique hotel - added touches like touch screen lights, modern decor and bathroom. Many different light modes which was nice for nighttime bathroom access. Staff friendly and helpful. Nice to have water and snacks at the entry and sparking water in the room. Coffee maker nice with pods.

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9.2
Superb
941 reviews
Price from
£152
per night

Leonardo Royal Hotel Cologne Bonn Airport has a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cologne. The property is set 12 km from Lanxess Arena, 13 km from Köln Messe/Deutz Station and 13 km from KölnTriangle. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

Close to airport, free shutle to hotel and back to airport. Very clean, great breakfast

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8.9
Fabulous
3,646 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Conveniently located in the Neustadt Nord district of Cologne, Ruby Ella Hotel Cologne is set 1.7 km from Cologne Cathedral, 1.2 km from Theater am Dom and 1.6 km from Cologne Central Station. Boasting a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around less than 1 km from National Socialism Documentation Centre, a 13-minute walk from Neumarkt Square Cologne and 600 metres from Saint Gereon's Basilica. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Night worker Samwel - very nice guy. respect . Also very beautiful and professional staff . everithing perfect including price. Marshals in rooms - niiiiiiiiiice

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8.5
Very good
6,464 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Located in Cologne and with Köln Messe/Deutz Station reachable within 400 metres, Adina Apartment Hotel Cologne provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features a sauna and luggage storage space.

Location was great! Rooms were very comfortable and the staff were all so lovely!

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8.7
Fabulous
2,668 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

Conveniently set in Cologne, URBAN LOFT Cologne provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. 600 metres from Musical Dome Cologne and less than 1 km from Museum Ludwig, the property offers a terrace and a bar. Private parking is available on site.

We really enjoyed our stay at the hotel. the location is good, close enough to the cathedral, there are many cafes and restaurants nearby, there is a shop in the hotel and nearby. The design of the hotel in general and the rooms in particular 10/10. The room was clean and comfortable. The hotel has a rooftop and a gym. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would recommend choosing this hotel!

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8.4
Very good
6,267 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

Conveniently set in the centre of Cologne, 25hours Hotel The Circle provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The hotel features a sauna and a 24-hour front desk.

Located very close to the city centre. Excellent, spacious and clean room. The interior (and exterior for that matter) of the hotel is greatly designed. The bar/cafe was also very nice although we visited only for some minutes.

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8.5
Very good
3,948 reviews
Price from
£106
per night

Set in Cologne, 6 km from Saint Gereon's Basilica, V8 Hotel Köln at MOTORWORLD, offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel features family rooms.

great location - very modern building and facilities - comfortable spacious room and quality mattress 4 very good restaurants to choose from Exhibition of MS personal car collection is really worth a visit

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8.8
Fabulous
1,787 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

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.

Modern German cuisine can be enjoyed in the hotel’s elegantly decorated restaurant. A panoramic view of the city is offered on the roof terrace and sun lounge, where BBQ dishes can be ordered.

very well kept, nice decoration, all good.

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8.8
Fabulous
3,194 reviews
Price from
£117
per night

The Cologne Chocolate Museum is 2 km from the hotel, and the Roman Germanic Museum is a 15-minute walk away. Museum Ludwig, where a large collection of modern art is displayed, can be reached in 15 minutes using public transport.

Everything was amazing, the bed, the shower, the guest, the receptionists. I’m sure I’ll go back.

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8.1
Very good
4,386 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

This 4-star hotel is a 15-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral and a 10-minute walk from Stadtgarten Park. It offers free WiFi in public areas.

The Astor & Aparthotel offers comfortably furnished rooms with a flat-screen satellite TV and a safe. A free bottle of mineral water is provided. All rooms have coffee and tea-making facilities.

The hotel staff were incredibly friendly and resolved our room issue quickly and competently. If I come back to Cologne, I will definitely stay here again. Thanks 😊

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8.2
Very good
1,422 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

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  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Cologne Bonn Airport
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,646 reviews

    Leonardo Royal Hotel Cologne Bonn Airport has a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cologne.

    Calm, clean and new. Good service and great shuttle service.

  • Ruby Ella Hotel Cologne
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,464 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Neustadt Nord district of Cologne, Ruby Ella Hotel Cologne is set 1.7 km from Cologne Cathedral, 1.2 km from Theater am Dom and 1.6 km from Cologne Central Station.

    Very friendly and professional staff, good location

  • Adina Apartment Hotel Cologne
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,668 reviews

    Located in Cologne and with Köln Messe/Deutz Station reachable within 400 metres, Adina Apartment Hotel Cologne provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout...

    A very clean property close to the trade fair which was ideal

  • URBAN LOFT Cologne
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,267 reviews

    Conveniently set in Cologne, URBAN LOFT Cologne provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. 600 metres from Musical Dome Cologne and less than 1 km from Museum...

    Perfect location. Helpfull people and very good room

  • 25hours Hotel The Circle
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,949 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Cologne, 25hours Hotel The Circle provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

    The location, the atmosphere, the hotel restaurant

  • V8 Hotel Köln at MOTORWORLD
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,787 reviews

    Set in Cologne, 6 km from Saint Gereon's Basilica, V8 Hotel Köln at MOTORWORLD, offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a bar and a shared lounge.

    Love the motoring theme throughout the whole place

  • Courtyard by Marriott Cologne
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,386 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.

  • Astor & Aparthotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,422 reviews

    This 4-star hotel is a 15-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral and a 10-minute walk from Stadtgarten Park. It offers free WiFi in public areas.

    Room was really nice had the breakfast and was really nice,

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  • Select Hotel Silence Garden Köln
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,063 reviews

    This hotel opposite Cologne's Stadtwald forest offers stylish rooms, a shared computer with internet, and a bar. Cologne Trade Fair is just a 10-minute drive from Select Hotel Silence Garden Köln.

    Gut von der Autobahn zu erreichen. Nutella Automat 😎

  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Köln - Am Stadtwald
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,267 reviews

    This hotel stands beside a lake in Cologne’s city forest. It offers quiet rooms, a lakeside beer garden and direct train/bus connections to Cologne's historic centre.

    Good breakfast. Room was fine. Staff very pleasant.

  • 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 594 reviews

    18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! is situated in the Altstadt-Nord district in Cologne, 600 metres from Stadtgarten, Cologne. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    Nice bathroom + nice shower! Good beds! Great price/quality!

  • Residenz am Dom Boardinghouse Apartments
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,261 reviews

    Just 200 metres from Cologne Cathedral, All apartments offer fully equipped kitchens and private balconies.

    Offered upgrade to great apartment with large balcony

  • Maria Suite am Dom
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 130 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.

    Tolle Lage und fantastisches Apartment- klasse Badezimmer.

  • Appartel am Dom
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 768 reviews

    The Appartel am Dom in Cologne city centre offers modern rooms and free WiFi.. Cologne Cathedral and the main railway station are a 5-minute walk away.

    The staff was very friendly and the location was very convenient.

  • The New Yorker Hotel Köln-Messe
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 665 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

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  • Legend Hotel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 941 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Legend Hotel is located in the centre of Cologne, 400 metres from Museum Ludwig.

    Everything, very modern. One of the best of many hotels i’ve seen

  • Savoy Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,194 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

  • 1st Floor Köln 2
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 473 reviews

    Located 1.4 km from Cologne Zoo in Cologne and just 100 metres from the nearest metro station, 1st Floor Köln 2 features free WiFi access and on-site private parking.

    Close to the main Street, good restaurants and bars.

  • Villahotel Rheinblick
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 560 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.

    Tolles Frühstück, top Lage und sehr nettes Personal.

  • Hotel Stadtpalais
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,415 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

  • Prevôt Restaurant & Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 675 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Prevôt Restaurant & Hotel is located in the centre of Cologne, 200 metres from Cologne Philharmony.

    Very close to the city center and 3 christmas markets

  • Hotel Spiegel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 652 reviews

    Conveniently located for accessing Cologne-Bonn Airport and the exhibition grounds, this hotel offers inviting, modern guest rooms beside the beautiful Porzer Stadtwald conservation area.

    It was a beautiful location, clean and comfortable.

  • CityClass Hotel Alter Markt
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,994 reviews

    This hotel is on the Alter Markt marketplace in Cologne, 300 metres from Cologne Cathedral. The CityClass Hotel Alter Markt offers elegant interiors, modern bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.

    The breakfast was excellent & very very fresh!!

  • Hotel Allegro
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 757 reviews

    Enjoy wonderful views of the Rhine and Deutzer Brücke bridge from this charming, 4-star hotel, which offers cosy accommodation just steps from Heumarkt U-bahn (underground) station.

    Excellent location and staff was amazing. Facility was great.

  • THE QVEST hideaway
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 801 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

  • AMERON Köln Hotel Regent
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,774 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.

  • Köln 2020
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 633 reviews

    Situated in Cologne, 5.5 km from Musical Dome Cologne, Köln 2020 features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Friendly and professional staff A hotel with character

  • Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne MGallery
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,123 reviews

    The 4-star superior Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne MGallery offers stylish rooms with on-site parking and spa facilities in the heart of Cologne.

    Great location, friendly staff. Breakfast was delicious.

  • La Belle 10
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 74 reviews

    Situated in the Altstadt-Nord district in Cologne, La Belle 10 offers 4-star rooms with free WiFi.

    Super zentrale Lage. Tolle Matratze. Spitzen Bettwäsche.

  • Hotel Santo
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,609 reviews

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

    The room was great and the breakfast was INCREDIBLE.

  • Wasserturm Hotel Cologne, Curio Collection by Hilton
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,007 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.

  • Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,458 reviews

    Located in Cologne’s trendy Friesenplatz district, this hotel offers a sauna and a modern fitness studio with cardio and exercise equipment.

    Everything was great. Nice staff. Good location.

  • Radisson Blu Hotel Köln
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 10,347 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.

    Super comfy beds, one of the best I've slept on.

  • CityClass Hotel am Dom
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,397 reviews

    This hotel in central Cologne offers stylish, air-conditioned rooms. CityClass Hotel am Dom is 150 metres from Cologne Cathedral and the Roman-Germanic Museum. There is free Wi-Fi in all areas.

    Lovely staff, lovely location and amazing experience

  • The Midtown Hotel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,107 reviews

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

    Everything was nice & staff was very polite and helpful

  • Best Western Plus Hotel Koeln City
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,582 reviews

    Best Western Plus Hotel Koeln City has a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cologne. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

    Modern, comfortable, clean, easy parking, exquisite

  • Black Hotels Köln
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 907 reviews

    Black Hotels Köln provides accommodation with a bar, private parking and a terrace.

    They style, the staff, the bed, everything was great

  • Hotel An der Philharmonie
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 966 reviews

    Hotel An der Philharmonie is located in Cologne, 100 metres from Ludwig Museum and a 10-minute drive from the Cologne exhibition grounds. Rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable channels.

    Clean and comfy, excellent location, super friendly staff

  • Pullman Cologne
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,505 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

  • Premier Inn Köln City Mediapark
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,145 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.

    Really nice and big rooms, comfortable beds, great breakfast

  • NH Collection Köln Mediapark
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,087 reviews

    This stylish hotel is situated in the centre of Cologne, a 10-minute drive from the exhibition grounds. Features include free Wi-Fi, excellent transport links and fine cuisine.

    The location was great. Quiet but very easy to walk into the centre.

  • Novotel Köln City
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,308 reviews

    This Novotel on the Rhine River Promenade in Cologne offers soundproofed rooms, a modern restaurant and a sauna.

    The underground parking. The location of the hotel.

  • HOPPER Hotel St. Josef
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,317 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.

    my single room was very cute up in the roof. very comfortable.

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4 star hotels that guests love in Cologne

  • Avg. price/night: £145.49
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,386 reviews
    1. Great location 10 minutes from the city centre 2. The rooms are big and the amenities modern 3. The staff are very helpful and efficient
    Avinash
    Young couple
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,873 reviews
    Room was clean and tidy. Very modern. Breakfast was very good with different options. Good location. Only 10 min to the train station and city center. Can highly recommend this accommodation.
    T
    Tanja
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £127.41
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,491 reviews
    Location excellent, a five minute walk from central train station and cathedral. Despite being near train lines it was very quiet. Room was very nice with modern decor and air conditioning. The bed was very comfortable. The shower was excellent and toiletries were really nice quality. Breakfast was good with something for everyone. There are restaurants and bars around the corner from the hotel also.
    Mary
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £108.49
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,500 reviews
    The room is of great size, stylish decorated (fun to look at) and the bed comfortable. The hotel has a good location, walking distance to the city center.
    Katrin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £161.75
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 562 reviews
    Good location, close to the city center and to the Cologne Fair. The staff is very friendly. The breakfast was good. It is a charming old hotel, not modern anymore, but perfectly comfortable.
    Paulo
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £188.86
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 966 reviews
    Great location for the city centre. My room, 407, was modern, comfortable and clean. The reception staff were very friendly and helpful.
    Kathrin
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £117.47
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 797 reviews
    Good location, not far form city center. However, due to very early departure I weren't able to check the quality of breakfast. Staff seems to be friendly and the rooms are clean.
    Andrei
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £260.13
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 675 reviews
    Perfect location to explore Cologne city centre and the old town. Lovely modern interior and comfortable beds. We got upgraded to a room with views of the Rhein river which was a nice gesture. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious (we had a selection of ham, cheese, smoked salmon, spreads, eggs, fruit and freshly baked rolls). Highly recommended.
    Anika
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £145.49
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,386 reviews
    Very friendly staff at reception and breakfast. Good quality breakfast. Convenient location for the city centre and main sights. Safe parking and good charging for electric cars.
    John
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £148.88
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,464 reviews
    excellent location and stylish and modern interior designs
    Sharon
    Young couple

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