Best hotels in Köln

Would you like to spend the night in a three star hotel in Köln? It’s marked as a popular holiday place situated in North Rhine-Westphalia in the beautiful Germany. Here you have several exclusive wellness places to stay, friendly B&B’s, beautiful rental houses, leisure parks and campgrounds. Always an affordable place to stay for a summer vacation, cultural trips or a business trip. Do you need help with finding the right room? We are willing to answer all your questions! Through our innovative selection guide you can book popular German hotel rooms. Even so, you are able to compare trip search engines, apply for available rooms and check an overview of discount codes and hotel deals.

Discover current hotel vacations

In the area around Köln you can find a wide variety of places to stay and private holiday homes.
Acknowledged hotel: B & B Cologne Filzengraben.
The comforts are endless: a room with fully equipped bathroom, velvety soft pillows and a great breakfast every morning.
View favorably priced hostels or a 4 star German resort.
A great travel destination to spot the versatile territories and the monumental buildings of North Rhine-Westphalia.
The recent average price of a centrally located hotel room in Köln with good breakfast is on average €117,60 per reservation.

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City	Köln
Region	North Rhine-Westphalia
Country	Germany (DE)
Address (navigation)	Filzengraben 1-3 (Backoffice Buchhaltung, 50676 Köln, Germany
Zip code	50676
Avg. rates per booking (overnight stay)	€117,60
Local hotel	Minotel Esser
Time zone	Europe/Berlin (UTC +2)

Book cheap hotel in Köln

Are you looking at a nice city trip or are you searching for an overnight stay in a hotel for a business trip? Booking a cheap hotel room in Köln can be arranged online. A delicious breakfast every morning, a private bathroom, bars and restaurants in the immediate vicinity and a pleasant bed. And not unimportant: a completely styled room and a tidy room every day. The rate for hotel stays are very variable. We are happy to help you with looking for the hotel room for the best price. We explain everything briefly and concisely in the step-by-step plan below.

Budget hotels in Köln including breakfast

Choose number of travel days
Filter the list by travel destination and choose a place. That can be rentals in the city center of Köln or near a specific point of interest. In the next step select the necessary check-in date and the total number of days. Don’t forget: travel periods that do not fall during the major school holidays are often more affordable.
Select number of people
Choose the number of adults and whether children are present. Also share the ages of the kids. For family groups hotels offer sometimes premium family rooms. Sometimes children (babies) are allowed to join for free. At somewhat larger hotels you can split the tour group over single- and double rooms.
Price per room per night
Determine how much money you want to spend. E.g. +/- €77,50 by booking. An ordinary good hotel stay in Köln will cost you about €117,60 (without tourist tax and booking costs). For a 3+ star room prices are heading to €142,20. Can’t see any accommodations? Then expand your search area. The hotel platform now only shows hotels that are available for the specified dates, the amount of people attending and the max. price per night.
Filter by facilities and amenities
You will now see all hotel offers which corresponds to your holiday wishes. It can be useful to use the filters. The most commonly used filters are type of accommodation, the degree of luxury, the average review score, payment details, region, distance to the beach, free parking, breakfast inclusive and whether or not pets are allowed. You can make it even more specific with filters like: playground, wellness center / spa, airconditioning, swimming pool, restaurant, fitness / sauna and eg. jacuzzi / hot tub, room view, non-smoking rooms, bike rental, wheelchair access, television (TV).
Book and pay
View the available accommodation and then proceed to the overview with prices. Choose one of the rooms, preferences for breakfast and consider an offer that includes free cancellation. Read the terms and conditions and fill in the requested information. You can also enter the expected arrival time here. If necessary, you can submit a special request. Frequently asked wishes are a room location. You can make the payment via credit card (Visa, MasterCard & American Express) and bank wire transfer, Factoring, Paypal or pay later.

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Choice aid: book hotel rooms in Köln and explore the area

Holiday destination Köln is a popular place in Germany. The capital of the country is Berlin. Actual population: 83.370.000 citizens. People here mainly speak German. Practical details: the international calling code is +49, the power voltage is 230 V (50 Hz, plug type C / F). In the hotel you pay with the Euro (EUR). In this neighborhood you can book fantastic casino hotels, hostels, youth hostels and alternative types of hotels. In the next block we discuss clear information about the different types of lodgings.

Scheme with types of German hotel stays

Sleeping places can be found in many variants. There is availability for overnight stays for every budget. How do you choose from these sleeping accommodations? In the section below we provide a schedule with frequently selected popular hotels in Köln for couples, singles and families.

Luxurious hotel: a complete relaxing stay in a 3 star or 4 star accommodation for a weekend break.
Boutique hotel: small-scale and contemporary locations with beautiful suites.
Apartements (aparthotels): a spacious accommodation fully equipped with shares rooms in the building. We sometimes call this condo rentals.
Hostel (youth hostel): the best tip if you are looking for a cheap stay.
Wellness hotel (Spa): a lovely hotel with e.g. baths, saunas, massage, rest rooms and excellent beds.
Family hotel: stay with the whole family in a child-friendly hotel room.
Business hotel: when staying for business you can count on, among other things: WiFi (wireless internet), conference rooms, breakfast & lunch, free parking, meeting rooms, pay on account.
Holiday resorts: everything within reach from your luxury holiday home.
Bungalow (cottage): an attractive chalet with private garden and terrace.
Campsite (glamping): camping? Reserve your own lodge tent, motorhome, side tent, mobile home, caravan.
B&B’s (guesthouse): take advantage of the bed & breakfast service at special locations.

Which facilities do you use?

Comparing available hotel accommodations has grown in popularity in recent years. You can easily filter the hotels by variables like facilities, prices, reviews, location, board type, activities / entertainment. In the explanation below we provide you with the most popular services you should pay attention to.

Room with sauna: enjoy the luxury of a steam bath during your stay.
With jacuzzi (whirlpool): choose a luxurious romantic hotel room with great bubble bath amenities.
Hotel with swimming pool in Köln: nothing is better than a refreshing morning swim before or after breakfast.
Balcony plus terrace: enjoy a special room with a view together.
Pet-Friendly hotels: celebrate a wonderful holiday with your pet.
With fitness: a special gym is accessible for all the guests.
Wheelchair accessible: all rooms and areas are barrier-free with a fast elevator.
Free parking: park your car safely close to the accommodation on arrival.
Free cancellation: possibility to cancel until just before check-in date.
Other activities popular with the Germans: bike rental, tennis, casino, golf, bowling, horse riding.

View hotel accommodations with a central location

Except the accommodation is the place is an important aspect of the booking. You like a lodge in the city center of Köln? Close to specific museums? Or maybe a room in a green environment? Read below information about the coolest locations.

Hotels in nature: search for the most beautiful nature houses hidden in the green.
Waterfront (lakefront): enjoy swimming facilities and water sports at lakes and rivers.
Hotel by the sea (the coast): start the day with a walk along the beach.
Forest (lodge & cabine): walk straight from your room into the woods.
Hotels in city center: the shopping area, restaurants and terraces are within walking distance.
Holiday rentals near the airport: look for a good connection to public transport.
Guest houses near train station: good connection with PT.

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What room size are you looking for?

Are you going on a trip alone, for your job or are you also taking kids with you? Prefer a single or double room? When booking a night stay, you enter the number of adults and children. The comparator then only gives deals that match with the amount of travelers (like Mauritius Komfort Hotel In Der Altstadt).

Single room (1 person): a business hotel room offers functionality such as WiFi and telephone.
Double room (2 persons): a spacious junior suite offers enough convenience for you and your family.
3 person room: often a combination of double bed with sofa bed.
Quadruple room (4 persons): with separate beds you can arrange the room as you wish.
Familyroom: cozy family room including free cot.
Backpackers dormitory (hostel): cheap overnight stays in bunk beds (with strangers).

What board type is available?

You can go to a hotel for more than just sleeping. Various arrangements are available. The booking engine offers a number of different board types. We list them below.

Lodging & breakfast: a delicious continental breakfast in the morning.
Half board: stands for sleeping, breakfast and dinner.
Full board: a complete booking experience with breakfast, lunch and dinner at no extra cost.
All-inclusive: in addition to the main meals, snacks and drinks are also included.
Roomservice: if available, the butler will deliver various snacks to the bedroom.
Restaurant (buffet): you don’t have to leave the hotel to enjoy a good meal.
Bar & Lobby: in the late evening you can enjoy a beer, wine, juice or cocktail (e.g. for Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt).

Explore good bed & breakfasts in Köln

A bed & breakfast is a nice and cozy accommodation where people come to escape the everyday hustle and bustle. In practice it is located in a private house. Why people choose a B-and-B: the personal attention, an early breakfast and away from the crowds. In many cities, rates are more favorable compared to a regular hotel. Maybe this is also something for you: hotel offers in Kolleda.

Stay and have breakfast in a small stuffed B&B accommodation.
The owner can tell you everything about the area.
A homely place to sleep in Köln (and the region). E.g. stay at Altstadt Apartment Enteresan.

Frequently chosen holiday periods in 2024

Sleeping in a hotel fits well with a short trip. Hotels are popular for, for example, a long weekend trip or a week during the school holidays. In the area there’s plenty of fun for young families, couples in love and pensioners. Below we show some interesting travel periods in 2024.

Weekend trip (getaway): a great travel period for a short city trip.
Midweek: an advantageous booking from Monday to Friday.
Summer vacation: opt for a hotel room with air conditioning during the hottest months.
Autumn break: the range of homestays is always large during this period.
Christmas holidays: bring your partner or children to celebrate New Year’s Eve.
Spring break: combine flight and hotel in a cheap package holiday.
Winter holiday: look at nice guest houses, tiny houses or holiday farms.
Public holidays for the Germans: possible limited availability during Pentecost, Ascension Day, Independence Day, New Year’s Day, Good Friday, National holiday.

All hotel Köln offers December 2024

Booking a night in a hotel can be quite pricey. There are multiple ways to find a cheap overnight stay in Köln. Hotel prices can be different every day. A particular room can be offered for different prices through different platforms. It is essential to look up the best hotel deals. In the next paragraph you can view advice you can try. Also click through to budget rooms in Kolkwitz & Auerstedt.

The 10 best saving tips for attractive hotel rates in December 2024

Last-minute deals: leave at the last minute for the best deal.
Early Bird Discounts: sometimes you get an extra discount when you book in time.
Holiday comparison websites: research Trivago, Hotwire, Expedia, Skyscanner, Priceline, Booking.com or for example Travelocity, Hotels.com, Hotelscombined, Tripadvisor, FareCompare, Momondo for affordable prices.
Book directly through the hotel: major well-known hotel chains such as Ibis, Scandit Hotels, Radisson Blu, Holiday Inn, Mercure, Best Western or Choice Hotels, Hilton, Accor, Marriott, Novotel, Jin Jiang let you book directly with extra discount.
Discount Codes: make use of German hotel promotions via hoteldeal website such as Hotwire, Lastminute.com, Retailmenot.com, Trip.com, Groupon, Secret Escapes.
Package deals: make a request for a hotel with flight (including transfer) for the lowest price and have improved customer protection.
Choose an accommodation outside the center: inexpensive overnight stays are located outside the busy center.
Vacation rentals: consider cheap private holiday homes in Köln (December 2024) through rental sites as Novasol, Holidu, Belvilla, Airbnb, VRBO, TheHolidayLet and OneFineStay, 9flats, Tripping, Homestay.com, aabode.com, HomeToGo.
Hostels & Inns: a bed in a shared room with all basic facilities (particularly interesting for backpackers).
Hotel Senior Offers and Family offers: a special discount for travelers with young children and seniors.

Compare the best last minute booking sites

Get straight away a suitable last-minute hotel booking in Köln for tonight (for a cheap price)? Via the internet, you can find many hotel platforms that provide insight into hotel rates. In the following scheme you can spot the 10 biggest hotel booking sites. See also available motels in Valpacos.

Top 10 hotels Köln Booking.com: the largest hotel-database, easy to search and book.
Airbnb: a new way of searching for rental houses.
Tripadvisor: international review website for reviews of hotels and places of interest.
Expedia: always book with good conditions regarding cancellation and check-in.
Priceline: save on your next trip with exclusive deals on hotels.
Hotels.com: wide choice with hundreds of thousands of accommodations around the world.
Trivago: the easiest way to compare prices from multiple sites at once.
Skyscanner: get the best price thanks to the smart price alarm.
Agoda.com: both short stays and long stays (30+ days).
Google Hotels / Travel: easily find accommodations nearby (for example Hotel Zur Malzmühle).

The current Köln weather forecast (December 2024)

Germany has a peculiar Temperate oceanic climate. The country is particularly popular during the travel period May, June, September. This travel time offers many advantages to visit the cultural and historical hotspots. The average temperature (12 months) is 10,1 degrees Celsius. During the summer it can get hot with an average of 22,8 degrees centigrade °C. During the winter it is colder. On average it is -3,8 degrees Celsius. The current time zone is: Europe/Berlin (UTC +2). In the block below we share the forecast for today (Sunday, December 22, 2024) and this week.

Weather report Sunday, December 22, 2024

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