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 Wallraf-Richartz Museum 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 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
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 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.
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
The price is AED 403 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
AED 403
per night
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,207 reviews)
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 23 February 2026
Novotel Köln City
Bayenstr. 51 Cologne NW
The price is AED 349 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
AED 349
per night
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
We only needed a bed for the night as we were attending a concert. The bed was large, clean and very comfortable. The staff was very accommodating. We needed a taxi to get to the venue and they had one for us within 3 minutes. Fresh water, still or sparkling on demand at the front entrance. Shower ...
Reviewed on 2 March 2026
AMERON Köln Hotel Regent
Melatenguertel 15 Cologne NW
The price is AED 334 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
AED 334
per night
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Cologne Cathedral and RheinEnergieStadion ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
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 31 December 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.
Adina Apartment Hotel Cologne
Hans-Imhoff-Strasse 1 Cologne
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (370 reviews)
Amazing. Largest bathrooms i have seen in Europe!
Reviewed on 12 February 2026
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,085 reviews)
Good location, only a 13 min walk to the Markt and touristy areas. Room included a kitchen with appliances and fridge. Hotel does not have AC, only heating - which was easily fixed by opening the windows to let the room cool down. Just felt a bit muggy overnight when we had the windows closed. Nice ...
Reviewed on 2 March 2026
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (62 reviews)
That’s was horrible. I felt bad to stay there , because since we were there they don’t prepare any towels and i send them actually a message that i need a towel but since they just said that they don’t have any personal at Hotel, and for the towels i can take first in the next day at 11:00 am- 15:00 ...
Reviewed on 23 February 2026
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
Phantasialand
4.5/5(23 reviews)
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
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.
Musical Dome
4.5/5(4 reviews)
Enjoy a performance at Musical Dome, a theater with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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.
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
