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    Rheinau Harbour

    Innenstadt

    7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

    Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Innenstadt. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and LANXESS Arena, and jump on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Severinstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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    Kolumba-Diocesan Museum

    Old Town

    4 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

    Known for its stunning cathedral, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Old Town. Top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Alter Markt are major draws. Catch the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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    Cologne Cathedral

    Altstadt-Nord

    3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

    4.5/5Wonderful!(378 area reviews)

    Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Museum Ludwig, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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    Deutz showing a river or creek and a sunset

    Deutz

    3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

    4/5Very Good!(26 area reviews)

    Museums, shopping, and river views highlight some notable features of Deutz. Make a stop by LANXESS Arena or Cologne Trade Fair Grounds while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Deutz Koelnarena U-Bahn or Suevenstrasse U-Bahn to get around town.

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    Hohenzollern Bridge showing a bridge, a church or cathedral and a river or creek

    Altstadt-Sued

    1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

    4/5Very Good!(96 area reviews)

    Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Sued. Top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Rheinau Harbour are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Cologne hotels and places to stay

Steigenberger Hotel Köln
Steigenberger Hotel Köln
4.5 out of 5
Habsburgerring 9-13, Cologne, NW
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥7,624 per night
1.22 km from city center
4.4/5Excellent! (990 reviews)
Good

"Nice hotel"…"

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2020

Steigenberger Hotel Köln
Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln
Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln
5 out of 5
Pipinstrasse 1, Cologne, NW
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥11,015 per night
0.61 km from city center
4.2/5Excellent! (985 reviews)

"Nice, friendly staff, great location. Only slight issue was my room being really hot, despite setting the thermostat to the coolest setting..."…"

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2020

Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln
Hyatt Regency Cologne
Hyatt Regency Cologne
5 out of 5
Kennedy-Ufer 2a, Cologne, NW
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥19,099 per night
1.12 km from city center
4.5/5Wonderful! (985 reviews)

"Great view. Convenient location. Nice hotel and great breakfast buffet."…"

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2020

Hyatt Regency Cologne
Cologne Marriott Hotel
Cologne Marriott Hotel
5 out of 5
Johannisstr. 76-80, Cologne, NW
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥10,343 per night
0.79 km from city center
4.5/5Wonderful! (992 reviews)

"very close from city center and free parking in front of the street accrsoo from loby on saturday and sunday"…"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2020

Cologne Marriott Hotel
AZIMUT Hotel Cologne
AZIMUT Hotel Cologne
4 out of 5
Hansaring 97, Cologne, NW
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥7,321 per night
0.97 km from city center
4/5Very Good! (660 reviews)

"The hotel is at a convenient location. The room is spacious, clean and the room service is good."…"

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2020

AZIMUT Hotel Cologne
Novum Hotel Leonet Köln Altstadt
Novum Hotel Leonet Köln Altstadt
3 out of 5
Rubensstrasse 33, Cologne, NW
Free Cancellation
The price is ￥4,880 per night
1.07 km from city center
3.4/5 (977 reviews)

"This hotel is a quaint property, well-located in Köln between the Belgian district and Neumarkt. The staff was agreeable and spoke a range of languages. It is a good option for a moderate price."…"

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2020

Novum Hotel Leonet Köln Altstadt
Lindner Hotel Dom Residence
Lindner Hotel Dom Residence
4 out of 5
Stolkgasse/ An den Dominikanern 4a, Cologne, NW
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥11,770 per night
0.39 km from city center
4.2/5Very Good! (987 reviews)

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Reviewed on Jul 12, 2020

Lindner Hotel Dom Residence
25hours Hotel The Circle
25hours Hotel The Circle
4 out of 5
Im Klapperhof 22-24, Cologne
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥9,522 per night
0.71 km from city center
4.5/5Wonderful! (374 reviews)

"One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in."…"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2020

25hours Hotel The Circle
BURNS fair & more
BURNS fair & more
3.5 out of 5
Adam-Stegerwald-Straße 9, Cologne, NW
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥8,798 per night
2.79 km from city center
4.2/5Very Good! (523 reviews)
good stay in 'junior suite'

"Stayed 17/08 in a 'junior suite with terrace', at a cost of £173 for the night. The decor was very nice and a bit different than standard boring hotel rooms, but a little bit scratched/marked in some places. The room was a bit more spacious than average but not huge. Nice terrace balconies that you ..."…"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2019

BURNS fair & more
art'otel cologne, by Park Plaza
art'otel cologne, by Park Plaza
4 out of 5
Holzmarkt 4, Cologne, NW
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥9,416 per night
1.21 km from city center
4.2/5Excellent! (993 reviews)

"Vety clean, worth the money. Nice and helpful staff"…"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2020

art'otel cologne, by Park Plaza
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Cologne?
1st Floor Köln is a favorite property for Expedia customers. This guesthouse offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Reviews from our site also recommend Cologne Marriott Hotel and Humboldt1 Palais-Hotel & Bar as top options for your visit.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cologne, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on “Search”, then filter by “free cancellation” to view the best deals available in Cologne.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Cologne?
To find more details about updating your trip to Cologne or cancelling it, click here.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Cologne?
Based on reviews, Boutique 003 Köln am DOM is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Other options to stay on the cheap include Centro Hotel Royal and Novum Hotel Leonet Köln Altstadt.
Where is the best place to stay in Innenstadt?
There are 218 hotels and other accommodations to choose from in this neighborhood, so you’re sure to find what you’re looking for as you plan your trip. Based on Expedia customer reviews, Stern am Rathaus is the highest ranked property in Innenstadt. This 3-star hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It’s located steps from City Hall. Other favorite options in the area include die wohngemeinschaft Hostel and Savoy Hotel.
What's a favorite place to stay in Deutz?
In this neighborhood, there are 21 places to stay, so you’re sure to find what you’re looking for. Hotel Stadtpalais is a favorite with our customers staying in Deutz. This 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and free WiFi. It is located a short 3-minute walk from LANXESS Arena. Travelers also recommend Hyatt Regency Cologne and Dorint An der Messe Köln as top choices in the neighborhood.
What's the best place to stay for families in Cologne?
A&o Köln Hauptbahnhof is a hotel with free WiFi and free cribs, and it’s a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your kid-friendly vacation include Novotel Köln City and Hotel Lyskirchen. Attractions like Cologne Zoo and Phantasialand are also fun for kids of all ages.
What's the best place to stay for a romantic vacation to Cologne?
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom is a favorite 5-star hotel for couples, and features in-room massages and 2 restaurants. Other good options for a stay with your sweetheart include Hyatt Regency Cologne and Airport BusinessHotel Köln.
What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Cologne?
Pullman Cologne is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers a full-service spa and a restaurant for its human guests. Other good choices for you and your pet include Hotel Allegro and Boutique 026 Köln St. Michael.
Where is the best hotel to stay close to Phantasialand?
Adjacent to Phantasialand, Hotel Ling Bao is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4-star hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Matamba and Haus am See B&B.
What about the best place to stay near LANXESS Arena?
One of the top choices for your stay is Dorint An der Messe Köln, located next to LANXESS Arena, and this 4.5-star hotel offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. Maritim Hotel Köln and Hyatt Regency Cologne are other good choices nearby.
What are some accommodations with pools in Cologne?
Hotel Lyskirchen is a popular 4-star hotel featuring an indoor pool, free WiFi, and a sauna. A couple of other options with an onsite pool include Lindner Hotel Dom Residence and Mercure Hotel Köln West.

Recent reviews of Cologne hotels

    Lindner Hotel Dom Residence
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    This is a great hotel. Only about 5 minutes walk to the Cathedral and about 7 minutes walk to the Central station. The room is quite big. Bed is quite comfortable, staff is very friendly. Fully recommend this hotel.…
    A verified traveler from Markham, Canada stayed at Lindner Hotel Dom Residence
    Posted 6 months ago
    Lindner Hotel Dom Residence
    CityClass Hotel Residence am Dom
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Lovely modern clean hotel with friendly staff in an excellent central location. Close to all the shops, restaurants, bars and train station. Perfect for our trip to Cologne!…
    A verified traveler stayed at CityClass Hotel Residence am Dom
    Posted 6 months ago
    CityClass Hotel Residence am Dom
    Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt
    Great Place to Stay…
    5 / 5
    Fantastic overall. Reception staff were very friendly. Room was lovely and clean - no fridge or air con that I could see. Breakfast was free and it was fairly decent for a hotel breakfast.…
    A verified traveler stayed at Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt
    Posted 7 months ago
    Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt
    Domapartment Cologne City Altstadt
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Nice staff in the reception , property is fair for the price , near central station …
    A verified traveler from Lebanon stayed at Domapartment Cologne City Altstadt
    Posted 7 months ago
    Domapartment Cologne City Altstadt
    Motel One Köln-Mediapark
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    clean rooms, great breakfast, great value for money…
    A verified traveler stayed at Motel One Köln-Mediapark
    Posted 10 months ago
    Motel One Köln-Mediapark

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