What's it like in Old Town Cologne?

Old Town Cologne is an historic neighbourhood known for its stunning river views and charming cafes. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Old Town Cologne? Consider a visit to Cologne Cathedral while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Old Town Cologne?

Based on our traveller data, Maritim Hotel Köln is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Town Cologne. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Premier Inn Köln City Süd and Novotel Köln City .

How many hotels are there in Old Town Cologne?

If you're searching for places to stay in Cologne, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 180 Old Town Cologne hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town Cologne, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Old Town Cologne.

What is there to do around this Cologne neighbourhood?

Some landmarks in Old Town Cologne that you won't want to miss include Cologne Cathedral, Pixie Fountain and St Gereon's Basilica. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Hohe Strasse and Hay Market are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Old Town Cologne include Schildergasse, St. Cecilia's Church and Wallraf-Richartz Museum. While you're out sightseeing, Fragrance Museum and Schnuetgen Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Cologne.

How can I get around Old Town Cologne and the greater Cologne area?

If you want to see more of the city, Heumarkt U-Bahn is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Neumarkt U-Bahn and Poststrasse U-Bahn. If you want to see some sights out of town, hop on a train. Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) is the closest train station, but Köln Dom/Central Station (tief) and Cologne Central Station are also close by.

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Our top choices for Old Town Cologne hotels

A modern spa area with stone walls, wooden benches, and a large potted plant.

1. Hilton Cologne

Old Town Cologne

Jonathan

HK$1,096 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A table set for dining with a view of a cathedral in the background.

2. Maritim Hotel Köln

Old Town Cologne

Ishali

HK$1,011 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A dining table with a tray of food and drinks, a glass of orange juice, and a glass of water, with a view of a cathedral in the background.

3. CityClass Hotel am Dom

Old Town Cologne

Benny

HK$1,029 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a table set for a wedding, two lanterns, and a cathedral in the background.

4. Eden Hotel Früh am Dom

Old Town Cologne

Dennis

HK$972 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A brightly lit hotel with multiple floors and a prominent entrance.

5. CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

Old Town Cologne

Jenna

HK$956 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel courtyard with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs.

6. Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

Old Town Cologne

marjaneh

HK$2,746 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a reception desk, and large windows allowing natural light.

7. Cologne Marriott Hotel

Old Town Cologne

Penelope

HK$1,243 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

8. Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln

Old Town Cologne

Andrew

HK$1,017 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bar with wooden furniture, hanging lights, and a view of the street.

9. Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

Old Town Cologne

Tammy

HK$1,076 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

10. URBAN LOFT Cologne

Old Town Cologne

Katherine

HK$863 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet with various food items and a variety of hanging pendant lights.

11. Motel One Köln-Neumarkt

Old Town Cologne

Ankita

HK$843 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern spa area with a wooden ceiling, tiled floors, a massage table, a massage chair, and a large potted plant.

12. CityClass Hotel am Heumarkt

Old Town Cologne

"The Hotel is in a great location downtown with friendly and helpful staff. We were able to check in early which allowed us to fully enjoy the rest of the day. With open windows it is a a bit noisy on weekend nights, the normal sound of restaurants and bars outside, the hotel itself was quiet. The breakfast had some vegan options too. The rooms are relatively small but comfy and had all we needed."

Ulrike

HK$881 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with a view of a cathedral and cityscape.

13. 25hours Hotel The Circle

Old Town Cologne

Frances

HK$888 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet with various food items and a pineapple centerpiece.

14. Hotel An der Philharmonie

Old Town Cologne

Raheem

HK$1,244 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A breakfast setting with croissants, a fruit bowl, a coffee cup, and a vase with flowers on a table.

15. Lindner Hotel Cologne Am Dom, part of JdV by Hyatt

Old Town Cologne

Bharathi Balaji

HK$1,104 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern café with a central serving counter, bar area, and seating.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Cologne

Old Town Cologne

Dolores

HK$992 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading 'Pullman Hotels.'

17. Pullman Cologne

Old Town Cologne

Marcel

HK$825 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A breakfast buffet with a variety of food items and beverages, including fruits, pastries, and a selection of juices.

18. Lint Hotel

Old Town Cologne

Viviane

HK$803 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Mercure Hotel' sign, a glass entrance, and a bike parking area.

19. Mercure Hotel Severinshof Köln City

Old Town Cologne

Rory

HK$705 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a glass-top table, and potted plants.

20. Hotel Domspitzen

Old Town Cologne

Daniel

HK$872 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Old Town Cologne

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stern am Rathaus	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 363 reviews	View
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery	4.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
CityClass Hotel Alter Markt	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

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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 Romano-Germanic Museum, 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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Innenstadt

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.

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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.

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Altstadt-Süd

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. You can visit top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Rheinau Harbour, and jump on the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Mülheim

Mülheim is a destination travellers 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.

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Top Old Town Cologne Hotel Reviews

Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln

8/10 Good

"Hotel was in a great location and was very clean. Staff were very friendly and the hotel was in wonderful . I only gave it a 4 because the room was pretty stuffy even though we turned the air all the way down it didn't seem to get very coo and we are hot natured . Otherwise everything was perfect!"