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Where to stay in Cologne

Find the best Cologne areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Old Town Cologne

3 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 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.

Innenstadt map

Innenstadt

3 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 Old Market, and jump on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Altstadt-Nord map

Altstadt-Nord

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 map

Deutz

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

Altstadt-Süd map

Altstadt-Süd

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.

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LANXESS Arena
LANXESS Arena

LANXESS Arena

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
RheinEnergieStadion

RheinEnergieStadion

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.

Aqualand Leisure Pool at Fuhlinger Lake

Aqualand Leisure Pool at Fuhlinger Lake

Enjoy an outing to Aqualand Leisure Pool at Fuhlinger Lake during your stay in Cologne. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.

Cologne and related destinations

Come to romantic Cologne and enjoy its cathedral, museums, and cafes.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Cologne?

Hotel Boskamp is a favorite property for Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Reviews from our site also recommend Garten-Hotel Ponick and Uhu Gästehaus as top options for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Cologne.

Innenstadt is a culturally-rich neighborhood known for its cathedral and fascinating museums. Other favorite areas in Cologne include Deutz and Old Town.

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. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals 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, URBAN LOFT Cologne is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and air conditioning. Other options to stay on the cheap include Maternushaus and DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl. View all budget hotels in Cologne.

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?

Novotel Köln City is a hotel with a restaurant and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your kid-friendly vacation include Hilton Cologne and Radisson Blu Hotel, Cologne. Attractions like Phantasialand and Odysseum are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Cologne.

What's the best place to stay for a romantic vacation to Cologne?

Hyatt Regency Cologne is a favorite hotel for couples, and features premium bedding and a full-service spa. Other good choices for a romantic stay include Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt and Cologne Marriott Hotel. See all romantic hotels in Cologne.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Cologne?

Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features a full-service spa and free WiFi. Hilton Cologne and Radisson Blu Hotel, Cologne are two other good options for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Cologne.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Cologne?

Maritim Hotel Köln is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers 3 restaurants and a full-service spa for its human guests. Other good choices for you and your pet include URBAN LOFT Cologne and Novotel Köln City. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Cologne.

Where is the best hotel to stay close to Phantasialand?

Haus am See B&B is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Phantasialand. Other good options close by include Hotel am Stern and CAREA Schlosshotel Domäne Walberberg.

What about the best place to stay near LANXESS Arena?

One of the top choices for your stay is Hotel Stadtpalais, located next to LANXESS Arena, and this 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. CityClass Hotel Residence am Dom and Hyatt Regency Cologne are a couple of other good options close by.

What's the best hotel for a beach vacation in Cologne?

B&B am See - Privatzimmer is a top beach guesthouse with free WiFi and free parking, and it's located close to Blackfoot Beach. See more stays near the beach in Cologne.

What's the best high-end place to stay in Cologne?

Radisson Blu Hotel, Cologne is a luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. Pullman Cologne and Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery are two other upscale options for your vacation. Find more luxury hotels in Cologne.

What's the best boutique-style hotel in Cologne?

Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg is a favorite hotel with Expedia travelers looking for a stylish stay, and features 2 restaurants and a full-service spa. Wasserturm Hotel Cologne, Curio Collection by Hilton and The Ascot Hotel Köln are other choices for a boutique stay. See all boutique hotels in Cologne.

What's the best place to stay if I'm looking to play golf in Cologne?

Rugs HOTEL Köln is a top hotel that has an adjacent golf course and features free WiFi. Other good options if you'd like to stay near a golf course include The Green and Clostermanns Hof. You can tee off at Golfanlage Clostermanns Hof, Golfclub Leverkusen, or Golfclub Wahn while you're in town. See more golf hotels in Cologne.

What's the best accommodation in Cologne to learn about local history?

Based on our travel expertise, URBAN LOFT Cologne is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and a fitness center. Other choices near historic sites include Maritim Hotel Köln and a&o Köln Neumarkt. Also notable landmarks to visit include Cologne Cathedral, Cologne Triangle, and Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne.

What's the best part of Cologne for seeing the sights?

Innenstadt is a favorite part of the city for sightseeing and has 50 places to visit including top sights like Wallraf-Richartz-Museum, Alter Markt, and City Hall. Lindenthal is another favorite neighborhood for sightseeing so take time to see the local sights like RheinEnergieStadion.

What are some accommodations with pools in Cologne?

Mercure Hotel Köln West is a top hotel with an indoor pool, free WiFi, and a sauna. GenoHotel Forsbach is one more option that features an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Cologne.

What is the best spa hotel in Cologne?

Maritim Hotel Köln is a top spa hotel featuring 3 restaurants, a rooftop terrace, a fitness center, and a hair salon. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you’ll find facials, body scrubs, and body wraps. In-room massages are also available. Other popular spa hotels in Cologne include Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln and Hilton Cologne. See all spa hotels in Cologne.

What is the best accommodation for staying close to Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN)?

Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport is a popular 4-star hotel featuring a restaurant and free WiFi. It's located a short 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cologne - Bonn Airport. Other places to stay close to the airport are Airport Hotel by The New Yorker and Art of Comfort - Haus Ingeborg.

Where can I find the best area of Cologne for nightlife?

A favorite area for nightlife is Bickendorf and while you're here, you can check out Meer Sehen, which is one of the local pubs. K106 Apartment Ehrenfeld 2nd is one of the top choices for your stay in the neighborhood based on our traveler data. K105 Apartment Ehrenfeld is one more good choice for your stay in the neighborhood. Ehrenfeld is another neighborhood where you can enjoy the nightlife.

What's it like to stay in Cologne?

History buffs will enjoy exploring Cologne, and visitors give high marks for the cathedral, fascinating museums, and shopping. This culturally rich city also attracts tourists with its cafes and restaurants. Top sights in the city include Cologne Cathedral and Phantasialand. In Cologne, there are 824 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Cologne.

What is there to see in Cologne?

Known for its museums, cultural venues include Cologne City Museum, Museum Ludwig, and Cologne Philharmonic. Attractions like Phantasialand, Odysseum, and Cologne Zoo are fun for kids of all ages. The cathedral and historic sites are notable and landmarks include Cologne Cathedral, Great St. Martin Church, and Neumarkt. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Cologne guide.

How can I get around Cologne?

You can walk to nearby metro stations including Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn, Neumarkt U-Bahn, and Heumarkt U-Bahn. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Cologne for your journey.

What's the weather like in Cologne?

The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual precipitation for Cologne is 37 inches.