5/5 - Excellent
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Easy to get around, small enough to do major attractions in 2 days tops.
Cologne
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Where to stay in Cologne
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.
Old Town Cologne
Known for its stunning cathedral, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Cologne. Top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Schildergasse are major draws. Catch the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altstadt-Nord
4.5/5(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 National Socialist Documentation Center, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Deutz
4/5(26 area reviews)
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.
Altstadt-Süd
4/5(96 area reviews)
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. Top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Schildergasse are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Mülheim
3.5/5(15 area reviews)
Mülheim is a destination travelers like for its museums, and you might hop aboard the metro at Am Emberg U-Bahn or Im Weidenbruch U-Bahn to explore sights like Palladium.
Maritim Hotel Köln
Heumarkt 20, Cologne, NW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 444 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 444
SAR 499 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,084 reviews)
"The hotel is situated in a great location for wandering round the city or jumping on the train. Comfortable beds, nice sized rooms, excellent shower and bathroom. The breakfast buffet is extensive and delicious! The pool and spa facilities were very good also. Would return again in a heartbeat."
Reviewed on 21 February 2025
URBAN LOFT Cologne
Eigelstein 41, Cologne
The price is SAR 380 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
SAR 380
SAR 427 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,179 reviews)
Excellent
"Excellent service by staff and brilliant location."
Reviewed on 9 March 2025
Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln
Pipinstrasse 1, Cologne, NW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 448 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 448
SAR 503 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great property, but they do charge $20 a day for the gym - they don’t advertise that very well upon booking!"
Reviewed on 10 February 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Köln City
Blaubach 3, Cologne, NW
Stay at this aparthotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,021 reviews)
Great hotel!
"This was a very well situated hotel in a lovely city. The hotel is very comfy and the staff were all keen to make sure we had a good time. The free tea and coffee was a nice touch. Staying in an apartment/hotel meant we could have three of us in the same place much more conveniently than if we were ..."
Reviewed on 6 February 2025
Numa Cologne Ehrenfeld
Venloer Straße 241-245, Cologne
Stay at this aparthotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Cologne Cathedral and Musical Dome are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (44 reviews)
"Very cost efficent"
Reviewed on 5 February 2025
limehome Köln Friesenplatz
Friesenpl. 15, Cologne, NRW
Stay at this aparthotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Cologne Cathedral and Musical Dome are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)
Lovely apartment
"Really easy to checkin yourself. Room was clean and tidy, had everything I needed."
Reviewed on 24 January 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
4.5/5(394 reviews)
You can learn about the local history of Cologne when you make a stop at a top site like Cologne Cathedral. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
LANXESS Arena
4.5/5(26 reviews)
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
RheinEnergieStadion
4/5(46 reviews)
Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its local chocolate shops.
Chocolate Museum
4.5/5(78 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Chocolate Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Cologne Zoo
4.5/5(11 reviews)
Meet the animals who call Cologne Zoo home during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Old Market
4.5/5(103 reviews)
During your visit to Cologne, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Old Market. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Reviews of Cologne
4.4
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Lots to do. Very salable.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Amazing city with a special charm.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
A short walk along Eigelstein street to the Eigelstein-Torburg gate, once you pass under the railway line is a pleasant surprise. The architecture, atmosphere and civilised restaurant prices compared to central station or shopping mall direction.
3/5 - Okay
Tina
Didn’t like at all, not much to look.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Wonderful city
Other places like Cologne
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- Cologne Cathedral
- Cologne Trade Fair Grounds
- LANXESS Arena
- RheinEnergieStadion
- Chocolate Museum
- Musical Dome
- Cologne Zoo
- Old Market
- Palladium
- Hay Market
- Aqualand Leisure Pool at Fuhlinger Lake
- BayArena
- Neumarkt
- MMC Studios
- Claudius Therme
- City Center Porz
- University of Cologne
- Friesenplatz
- Museum Ludwig
- Cologne Philharmonic
- MediaPark
- Tanzbrunnen Köln
- Mediterana
- Hohenzollern Bridge
- Cologne-Weidenpesch Racecourse
- Fühlinger Lake
- Odysseum
- Great St. Martin Church
- City Hall
- Michael Schmacher Kart and Event Center
- Romano-Germanic Museum