Cologne is renowned for its vast Gothic cathedral and sweeping riverside position. If you would like to be within walking distance of the main tourist sites, consider a hotel near the Cathedral in the old town, such as the boutique The Qvest Hideaway or the Stern am Rathaus hotel, so you can easily stroll from place to place.

If you have an early or late flight, you may prefer to stay near to the airport. There are several good hotels in the vicinity of Cologne Bonn Airport and some also offer a free shuttle, including the Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport.

If you have tickets for a concert, you can find accommodation conveniently placed near Lanxess Arena, such as the Hotel Stadtpalais or Hotel Alt Deutz City.

No visit to Cologne would be the same without a visit to the city’s boisterous beer halls. These traditional beer halls, such as the Früh am Dom, can be found throughout the city centre. There are many hotels in this area, including the Eden Hotel Früh am Dom, which will help make your walk home easy.

Cologne’s carnival season is often referred to as the city’s fifth season, starting in November and reaching its peak between Weiberfastnacht (Shrove Thursday) and Rosenmontag (Carnival Monday). During this time, the city receives a high influx of visitors, so it’s a good idea to book in advance. Stay in the city centre to revel with the locals – and don’t forget your costume! Hotels like Hotel am Chlodwigplatz and Hopper Hotel St Josef will put you at the heart of the event.

If you are travelling to Cologne on business, you may want to be based near to the Koelnmesse international trade fair and exhibition centre. There are several hotels in this area, including the Radisson Blu Hotel and the Ibis Köln Messe.

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The walkable old town and city centre is an ideal base for families – here you have all the sights and attractions on your doorstep, including the Chocolate Museum.

Cologne is a university city with a large student population. There are a number of hostels in the city centre, near the train station, including the Station – Hostel for Backpackers.

If you are searching for a hotel with a view, consider waking up in a hotel in the city centre that overlooks the expanse of the Cologne’s iconic Rhine River, such as the Hyatt Regency Cologne.

Avoid unnecessary fees and moving your vehicle during your stay by booking a hotel in the city centre with parking, such as the Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne, MGallery by Sofitel or CityClass Hotel Europa am Dom.

The Köln Hauptbahnhof (Cologne Central Station) is located in the old town, near the cathedral. Due to its central position and convenience in the city centre, there are numerous hotels close by, including the Courtyard by Marriott Cologne and Centro Hotel Kommerz, which are both within a five-minute walk of the station.