Cologne

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

Where to stay in Cologne

Kolumba-Diocesan Museum

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.

Old Town Cologne
Rheinau Harbour

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.

Innenstadt
Cologne Cathedral

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.

Altstadt-Nord
Rheinboulevard showing a river or creek, a city and a sunset

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.

Deutz
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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.

Mülheim
Cologne which includes road cycling as well as a couple

Ehrenfeld

4/5(9 area reviews)

Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Ehrenfeld. Top attractions like MMC Studios and Neptunbad are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Koernerstrasse U-Bahn or Venloer Strasse Guertel U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Ehrenfeld
URBAN LOFT Cologne
URBAN LOFT Cologne
Eigelstein 41, Cologne
The price is SAR 336 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
SAR 336
SAR 372 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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! (1,128 reviews)
"Excellent hotel a short walk from train station and Dom. Hotel personnel friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 2 November 2024

URBAN LOFT Cologne
Maritim Hotel Köln
Maritim Hotel Köln
Heumarkt 20, Cologne, NW
The price is SAR 478 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
SAR 478
SAR 530 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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! (1,019 reviews)
Amazing hotel
"The hotel was amazing. Our room on the 3rd floor had a view over the atrium which is huge, over looking the breakfast restaurant. Our room was very clean and comfortable. The shower was the easiest we have ever used and quite the best for quality. Breakfast was amazing - plenty of choice and Prosecco. ..."

Reviewed on 3 November 2024

Maritim Hotel Köln
Kommerzhotel Köln
Kommerzhotel Köln
Johannisstraße 30-34, Cologne, NW
The price is SAR 332 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
SAR 332
SAR 370 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Good for the time to be there and the closeness to different areas"

Reviewed on 1 November 2024

Kommerzhotel Köln
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
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! (994 reviews)
"The parking might be full over the weekends."

Reviewed on 30 July 2024

Aparthotel Adagio Köln City
limehome Köln Friesenplatz
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! (36 reviews)
"Great property for a short stay. Very clean and close to shops, restaurants, and train station. The self check-in made it very easy to access tbe property."

Reviewed on 8 July 2024

limehome Köln Friesenplatz
Ferienwohnung Bankwitz
Ferienwohnung Bankwitz
Dasselstraße 26, Cologne
Stay at this apartment in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Cologne Cathedral and Chocolate Museum are located nearby.
6.2/10 (10 reviews)
"Stayed in the Juliet room. The place is okay. Penny grocery store just down the street was nice. But the kitchen is kinda gross and smelly. The bathroom is fairly clean. The bed is worn out from having a single person sleep on it so you both roll into the middle which sucks. Friendly host. It's passable ..."

Reviewed on 13 July 2023

Ferienwohnung Bankwitz
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.

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Reviews of Cologne

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Easy to get around, small enough to do major attractions in 2 days tops.

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

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