Riehl
Cologne
Popular places to visit
Cologne Zoo
This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.
Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne
More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.
Cologne Cable Car
Fly over the mighty Rhine River and observe the city skyline as you ride across the Rheinpark treetops and see the Botanical Garden from this scenic gondola lift.
Phantasialand
Enjoy the exciting rides at Phantasialand and see why this is a popular amusement park in Bruehl. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Cologne Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world.
LANXESS Arena
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
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Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
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Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts
Riehl Hotel Deals
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
Maritim Hotel Köln
Absolutely perfect location for karneval. Close to everything you need to have a good time. Great restaurants and bars nearby, transit is 30 seconds outside the hotel, can't ask for a better spot. And the rooms are HUGE for Europe. Our one issue was the room was extremely dusty and the pillows were ...
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Novotel Köln City
Room was clean but so small for 2 adult + 2 child. Hotel did not put baby cot desoite requesting one.there were no amenitşes in the room for any of us , including the baby. We had to requested from reception.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Pullman Cologne
Checked in the first night and room given was not cleaned. Was left dirty from previous resident. Was offered a minor upgrade though
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
art'otel Cologne powered by Radisson Hotels
Excelent
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
AMERON Köln Hotel Regent
Overall, the hotel was good and I had a pleasant stay. I did not receive any VIP benefits such as a room upgrade or similar perks. As an Expedia Gold Member, I was expecting at least one VIP offer from the hotel, but no benefits were provided at all. The only thing I received was early check-in Additionally, ...
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Riehl
Nippes
Nippes is well-liked for its monuments and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne and Cologne Cable Car are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Florastrasse U-Bahn or Lohsestrasse U-Bahn to get around.
Neustadt-Nord
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Friesenplatz and Rhine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn or Ebertplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altstadt-Nord
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Cologne City Museum, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Deutz
Part of central Cologne, Deutz serves as a business center and transportation hub, boasting the Köln Messe/Deutz station. Enjoy picturesque views of the old town from the river embankment and explore nearby Rheinpark.
Innenstadt
Central to Cologne, Innenstadt boasts historic old town charm, Gründerzeit era new town, and Deutz quarter. Explore landmarks like Cologne Cathedral, romanesque churches, and KölnTurm, while enjoying easy access to train stations and the Cologne Ring.
Kalk
Get to know Kalk and its many features like its bars and festivals. You might want to explore sights like Odysseum and Bergisches Land Nature Park, and you can jump on the metro at Kalk Kapelle U-Bahn or Kalk Post U-Bahn to get around the city.
