What's it like in Innenstadt?

Innenstadt is an historic neighbourhood known for its charming cafes and array of dining options. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Innenstadt? Consider a visit to Cologne Cathedral while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Innenstadt?

Based on our traveller data, Maritim Hotel Köln is one of the top choices for your stay in Innenstadt. 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 neighbourhood include Premier Inn Köln City Süd and Novotel Köln City .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Innenstadt area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Cologne, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 267 Innenstadt hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Innenstadt, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Innenstadt.

What is there to do around this Cologne neighbourhood?

Looking for a little shopping break? A shopping trip to Old Market, Hohe Strasse and Rheinau Harbour might be just the ticket while you're in Innenstadt. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Cologne Cathedral and City Hall are some other places worth a visit. Tünnes and Schäl, Archaeological Zone Roman Praetorium and Wallraf-Richartz Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around Innenstadt. Fragrance Museum and Hay Market are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cologne.

How can I get around Innenstadt 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 Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn and Deutzer Freiheit 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 Innenstadt hotels

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

1. Cologne Marriott Hotel

Innenstadt

Julie

RM687 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

2. CityClass Hotel am Dom

Innenstadt

Mark

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

3. Maritim Hotel Köln

Innenstadt

Ishali

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

4. Hilton Cologne

Innenstadt

Jelicia Jevon

RM568 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

5. Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln

Innenstadt

Andrew

RM527 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

6. Eden Hotel Früh am Dom

Innenstadt

Dennis

RM542 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

7. CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

Innenstadt

Jenna

RM543 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

8. Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

Innenstadt

Tammy

RM615 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

9. Courtyard by Marriott Cologne

Innenstadt

Dolores

RM514 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern restaurant with large windows offering views of a historic cathedral and a bridge. Tables are arranged with chairs, and the interior features exposed beams and hanging light fixtures.

10. Hyatt Regency Cologne

Innenstadt

Lara

RM793 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a wicker sofa with towels, and a stone-tiled wall.

11. Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

Innenstadt

LLYXXEANE

RM461 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

12. URBAN LOFT Cologne

Innenstadt

Katherine

RM445 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

13. Mercure Hotel Severinshof Köln City

Innenstadt

Marjorie A

RM365 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

14. CityClass Hotel am Heumarkt

Innenstadt

"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

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern lounge area with a leather sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items, and a staircase with glass railings leading to an upper level.

15. Motel One Köln-Messe

Innenstadt

STEPHEN

RM408 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

16. Pullman Cologne

Innenstadt

Marcel

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a black sofa, a large mirror, and a vibrant abstract wall art.

17. Savoy Hotel

Innenstadt

Justin

RM865 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern indoor relaxation area with lounge chairs, a large potted plant, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

18. Dorint An der Messe Köln

Innenstadt

Stella

RM490 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern dining area with long tables, chairs, and a city view through large windows.

19. Kommerzhotel Köln

Innenstadt

Jing

RM418 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, high ceilings, and large windows allowing natural light.

20. Hotel Stadtpalais

Innenstadt

Eva

RM766 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Innenstadt

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 1,002 reviews	View
CityClass Hotel Alter Markt	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,011 reviews	View
Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery	4.5 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 1,001 reviews	View

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