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A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a shower area.

A modern interior with a sloped ceiling, a wooden accent wall, a white chair, and a desk with a lamp.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A building with the sign "STERN AM RATHAUS" indicating a hotel.

1. Stern am Rathaus

Altstadt-Nord, 2.5 km from University of Cologne

KEVIN

￥26,500

￥29,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the bathroom.

A modern building with large windows and a historic building with intricate stonework and statues in the background.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, and a towel.

A reception desk with a geometric design, a vase of flowers, and a wall-mounted sign.

2. Legend Hotel

Altstadt-Nord, 2.5 km from University of Cologne

Anthony

￥22,866

￥25,690 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel courtyard with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs.

A luxurious lobby with a central blue sofa, yellow armchairs, and a patterned carpet.

The entrance of Excelsior Hotel Ernst with a classic stone facade, a grand entrance, and a vintage car parked outside.

A grand staircase with blue carpet and gold accents, leading to a marble-floored area with a fountain and potted plants.

3. Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

Altstadt-Nord, 2.6 km from University of Cologne

marjaneh

￥49,984

￥56,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of a historic cathedral.

The exterior of Urban Loft, a modern hotel with a glass facade, located at 50668 Cologne.

4. URBAN LOFT Cologne

Altstadt-Nord, 2.9 km from University of Cologne

christian prince

￥15,421

￥17,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a wicker sofa with towels, and a stone-tiled wall.

A modern hotel room with a curved sofa, a small round table with a vase of flowers, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a cathedral through the window.

A modern hotel lobby with comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a large window with a view of a gothic-style building.

A courtyard with a metal bucket of champagne bottles, a brick building with large windows, and outdoor seating.

5. Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

Altstadt-Nord, 1.8 km from University of Cologne

LLYXXEANE

￥16,037

￥18,017 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A buffet with various food items and a variety of hanging pendant lights.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, round wooden tables, and a colorful mosaic wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a TV.

A modern lobby with a large abstract mural, comfortable seating, and ambient lighting.

6. Motel One Köln-Neumarkt

Altstadt-Süd, 1.8 km from University of Cologne

Ankita

￥15,353

￥17,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern bar with wooden furniture, hanging lights, and a view of the street.

A spa room with reclining chairs, a massage table, a wall mural, a fireplace, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing natural light.

A restaurant named 'Legs Eleven' with outdoor seating and a chalkboard sign.

7. Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

Altstadt-Nord, 2.6 km from University of Cologne

Liana

￥19,582

￥22,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A brightly lit hotel with multiple floors and a prominent entrance.

A view from a window overlooking a cathedral and residential buildings.

A modern living room with a large TV, plush seating, a patterned rug, and a decorative vase with flowers.

A buffet with various food items and condiments.

8. CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

Altstadt-Nord, 2.5 km from University of Cologne

Jenna

￥17,404

￥19,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a glass balcony and a view of a historic tower in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a headboard with integrated lighting.

A lobby with a marble floor, a round table with a vase of flowers, a mounted TV displaying a scenic landscape, and a staircase in the background.

A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a B-CHILL hotel.

9. B-Chill Cologne

Altstadt-Süd, 2.3 km from University of Cologne

Christine

￥16,148

￥18,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading 'Pullman Hotels.'

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a suitcase. The room has large windows with a view of a cityscape and a cathedral.

A modern lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central coffee table.

10. Pullman Cologne

Altstadt-Nord, 1.9 km from University of Cologne

Marcel

￥15,024

￥16,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and towel rack.

A modern kitchen with a double sink, stainless steel appliances, and a grid-patterned backsplash.

A modern building with a sign reading "STAYERY." It features a brick facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky with a few clouds.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and hanging plants.

11. STAYERY Cologne Ehrenfeld

Ehrenfeld, 2.9 km from University of Cologne

Darrell

￥11,969

￥13,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel interior with a high ceiling, a dining area, a seating area with a sofa, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern interior with a central seating area, large windows, and a variety of chairs and tables.

A modern building with a unique architectural design, featuring multiple levels and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a vanity with a mirror and lights, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Ruby Ella Hotel Cologne by IHG

Neustadt-Nord, 1.8 km from University of Cologne

Beatrice

￥16,037

￥20,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A restaurant with a view of a cathedral and cityscape.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed ductwork, and large windows offering a city view. Tables are set with red chairs and empty plates, indicating readiness for diners.

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, seating, and a bar area with shelves.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round mirror, a wooden vanity with a sink, a red chair, and a potted plant.

13. 25hours Hotel The Circle

Altstadt-Nord, 2 km from University of Cologne

Tugbek

￥16,155

￥18,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern spa area with stone walls, wooden benches, and a large potted plant.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

14. Hilton Cologne

Altstadt-Nord, 2.6 km from University of Cologne

Jonathan

￥18,515

￥20,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel lobby with a geometric patterned carpet, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window with a view.

A modern building with a prominent 'AMERON' sign, a covered outdoor seating area, and flags on flagpoles.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the city through large windows.

A bar area with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and several bar stools.

15. AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

2 km from University of Cologne

Victoria

￥13,056

￥14,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A gym with treadmills, a rowing machine, and a stationary bike, large windows, and a green wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a marble wall, multiple screens, and a tiled floor.

16. Novotel Köln City

Altstadt-Süd, 2.4 km from University of Cologne

Jerome Anthony

￥13,505

￥15,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern interior with large windows, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A modern bar area with a variety of seating options, including round tables and chairs, and a bar counter with a selection of bottles.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a sofa.

A bakery display with various types of bread and pastries.

17. Motel One Köln-Mediapark

Neustadt-Nord, 2.6 km from University of Cologne

Sandra

￥13,505

￥15,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A staircase with ornate golden railings and a black carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

A historic building with a prominent clock tower, large windows, and a central entrance.

A library with wooden bookshelves filled with books.

18. Hopper Hotel St. Josef, WorldHotels Crafted

Altstadt-Süd, 2.2 km from University of Cologne

James

￥12,762

￥14,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A dining table with a tray of food and drinks, a glass of orange juice, and a glass of water, with a view of a cathedral in the background.

A modern living room with a round coffee table, two red armchairs, a blue ottoman, and a large potted plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating for guests.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a seating area with chairs, and a bar with shelves of bottles and glasses.

19. CityClass Hotel am Dom

Altstadt-Nord, 2.5 km from University of Cologne

Neal

￥16,152

￥18,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A buffet with various food items and utensils laid out on a table.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "STEIGENBERGER".

A hotel reception area with marble counters, pendant lighting, and a reflective tiled floor.

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, and overhead lighting.

20. Steigenberger Hotel Köln

Neustadt-Süd, 1.2 km from University of Cologne

Pavel

￥15,699

￥17,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Top University of Cologne Hotel Reviews

CityClass Hotel am Dom

10/10 Excellent

"Great location right next to the cathedral and the city centre, with the train station being a few minutes walk. Its a wonderfully well kept hotel and the single room I had was very comfortable and the Wifi excellent. The staff were very helpful and the reception is manned 24/7. Breakfast is excellent and caters for a range of dietary requirements,"

Maritim Hotel Köln

10/10 Excellent

"One of the best rooms we’ve said at. Room was great, especially the bathroom. The fridge and safe were available and we felt very secure staying there. Also closeout to shops, the cathedral and train station. Highly recommend it."

a&o Köln Neumarkt

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

8/10 Good

"Lovely hotel, location fine, parking easy. Decent bar area. Only criticism is the self check in desk is a bit inefficient. Had two staff who could have done the check in, in seconds, stood there watching us fumble around. Self check in should exist for when staff aren’t around (late arrivals) or away from the mann check in desk to make more “slots available” during peak times. Having 3 computers and 2 staff telling people how to use the computers and not able to check you in on their own computer is just silly. We also had to queue to check out to get parking validated, which seems like something a computer system you had to use to pay for parking could have done during check in… didn’t ruin the stay but several of our party commented on how woefully inefficient the existing process is."

Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room and staff was wonderful. It was a bit noisy outside our room on Friday and Saturday nights but I overall all was great. Good location in the city."

Pullman Cologne

8/10 Good

"Very good"

NunoHotel Köln City

8/10 Good

"Super good location. Staff were helpful and friendly."

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hôtel, wonderful staff, great breakfast Congratulations to the management for job well done The location is also very walkable and convenient Loved our room"

STAYERY Cologne Sülz

8/10 Good

"Very convenient, well-located, and quiet place to stay. I'd stay again. The check-in is handled remotely but easy to navigate. The kitchen is convenient, minimally but quite workably equipped. There's a Rewe 3 minutes away. A tram stop just around the corner. A nice patio for relaxing morning or evening. A good corner room with bottled water, toothpaste, and sundries to buy in a pinch."

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Volkstheater Millowitsch

8.2/10 (36 reviews)

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Neumarkt

8.6/10 (1,216 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Cologne when you stop by Neumarkt. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Cologne Synagogue

4.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Cologne Synagogue, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront, or seek out the local tours.

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Museum of East Asian Art

See ancient Japanese screen paintings, unique Korean pottery and fascinating Chinese statues at this stunning museum.

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Hahnentorburg

You can learn about the history of Cologne with a visit to Hahnentorburg. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Volksgarten

After visiting Volksgarten, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Kölnischer Kunstverein

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kölnischer Kunstverein during your travels in Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Cologne Kathe Kollwitz Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can study the exhibits at Cologne Kathe Kollwitz Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cologne. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.

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University of Cologne is located in a historic area of Cologne known for its stunning cathedral and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 60 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to University of Cologne?

Mauritius Hotel & Therme is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from University of Cologne. Other good options close by include Steigenberger Hotel Köln and a&o Köln Neumarkt.

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What can I see and do near University of Cologne?

Chocolate Museum, Museum of East Asian Art, and Schnuetgen Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like Cologne Cathedral, Eigelstein Torburg, and Cologne Triangle. You can check out the local talent at Cologne Philharmonic, Musical Dome, and Palladium.

How can I get to University of Cologne?

With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near University of Cologne is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like Duerener Strasse - Guertel U-Bahn, Wuellnerstrasse U-Bahn, and Gleueler Strasse Guertel U-Bahn. If you're taking a train into town, Lövenich Station is the closest stop to Lindenthal.

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1. Stern am Rathaus

2. Legend Hotel

3. Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

4. URBAN LOFT Cologne

5. Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

6. Motel One Köln-Neumarkt

7. Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

8. CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

9. B-Chill Cologne

10. Pullman Cologne

11. STAYERY Cologne Ehrenfeld

12. Ruby Ella Hotel Cologne by IHG

13. 25hours Hotel The Circle

14. Hilton Cologne

15. AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

16. Novotel Köln City

17. Motel One Köln-Mediapark

18. Hopper Hotel St. Josef, WorldHotels Crafted

19. CityClass Hotel am Dom

20. Steigenberger Hotel Köln

Top University of Cologne Hotel Reviews

CityClass Hotel am Dom

Maritim Hotel Köln

a&o Köln Neumarkt

AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

Pullman Cologne

NunoHotel Köln City

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

STAYERY Cologne Sülz

Other attractions near University of Cologne

Volkstheater Millowitsch

Neumarkt

Cologne Synagogue

Museum of East Asian Art

Hahnentorburg

Volksgarten

Kölnischer Kunstverein

Cologne Kathe Kollwitz Museum

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