Located close to Wallraf-Richartz Museum, NH Köln Altstadt is a tranquil retreat with a sauna and steam room. Savor Mediterranean flavors at the on-site restaurant or unwind on the charming terrace. Guests rave about helpful staff and enjoy amenities like dry cleaning services, bike rentals, and free WiFi in public areas.
Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 19 min walk
Köln Dom/Central Station (tief) - 21 min walk
Cologne Central Station - 21 min walk
Severinstrasse U-Bahn - 7 min walk
Heumarkt U-Bahn - 10 min walk
Severinsbruecke U-Bahn - 11 min walk
Restaurants
Zerin Döner - 9 min walk
Café Heumarkt - 8 min walk
Kölsche Stuff - 8 min walk
Hotel Lyskirchen Köln - 4 min walk
Café Goldjunge - 9 min walk
About this property
NH Köln Altstadt
At NH Köln Altstadt, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Cologne Cathedral and Chocolate Museum. Guests can enjoy the health club, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Other highlights include a fitness centre, a sauna and a steam room. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Severinstrasse U-Bahn is 7 minutes and Heumarkt U-Bahn is 10 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
204 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 25 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Covered on-site self-parking (EUR 26 per day; includes in/out privileges)
On-site parking is limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Conference space (3208 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2002
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Health club
Bike parking
Sauna
Steam room
At least 80% of food locally sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 per cent will be charged
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20 to 25 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 49 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 16 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night
Parking
Covered self-parking costs EUR 26 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 4 stars.
Also known as
NH Köln City Hotel Cologne
NH Köln City Hotel
NH Köln City Cologne
NH Köln Altstadt Hotel
Nh Koeln City Hotel Cologne
Nh Hotels Cologne
NH Köln Altstadt Cologne
NH Köln Altstadt Hotel Cologne
Frequently asked questions
Does NH Köln Altstadt offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, NH Köln Altstadt does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at NH Köln Altstadt?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 25 kg per pet. There's a charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at NH Köln Altstadt?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 26 per day. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at NH Köln Altstadt?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of EUR 49 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 16 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at NH Köln Altstadt and nearby?
NH Köln Altstadt has a sauna and a steam room.
What's the area around NH Köln Altstadt like?
NH Köln Altstadt is located by the river in Innenstadt, a short 7-minute walk from Severinstrasse U-Bahn and 20 minutes' walk from Cologne Cathedral.
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NH Köln Altstadt Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Christmas markets
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What guests liked
Breakfast was delicious with many choices and a great selection. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
5 Mar 2025
Great property and location! Very friendly and helpful staff !
Nadia
Nadia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2025
First time in Köln
The hotel was amazing from the start felt so welcome and comfortable when speaking to the staff, the hotel room was beautiful spacious and so clean, the hotel explain if you put on the door you do not want your room clean the hotel give you a coupon for a free drink at the bar which I think is lovely. They have a mini shop in the hotel from chargers to plugs to sweets chocolates and drinks, the have room service and they are very quick & efficient.
Stevie
Stevie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Perfect family friendly hotel
Ahmad
Ahmad, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Good location, good value. Clean, functional hotel
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jul 2024
Everything perfect for a short stay to visit the old city!!
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jan 2025
Great hotel. Very clean. Nice sized rooms and really helpful staff. Thanks for a great nye
Bradley
Bradley, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 Jan 2024
Pet friendly, helpful staff, very clean, ideal location.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2023
The property was in perfect location, the staff and facilities were fantastic
Nail
Nail, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2023
Good service, good hotel location for the chocolate museum, easy walk to center and Christmas markets.
Ben
Ben, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Dec 2024
Staff was very helpful. Breakfast buffet was nice. Shower was broken.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2024
Great
Malek
Malek, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Feb 2024
Super Lage, tolles Hotel
Super freundliches Personal , super Lage ,
Jochen
Jochen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul 2024
It was a beautiful hotel & we enjoyed our stay there. Room was clean & comfortable. Breakfast was delicious with many choices. Staff was helpful & friendly. Good location convenient for walking. Would highly recommend.
Joan M
Joan M, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec 2023
Ideal for a weekend break to Cologne
Excellent location. Everything you need.
Phillip
Phillip, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Mar 2023
Nice, clean and friendly staff
Lovely place and friendly staff. Good location. Was also offered an extra hour late check out for free.
Damian
Damian, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 May 2023
Leuke hotel,
Vincent
Vincent, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Aug 2023
Excellent superior room that was large with modern bathroom. Nice bar and good service.
Helen
Helen, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Sept 2024
it was a decent place to stay. overpriced. outdated.
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Oct 2024
Great in general but one of the elevators wasn’t working so long waiting lines trying to get in and out of the hotel.
Romina
Romina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Sept 2024
This hotel was relaxing elegant, and functional to my needs. I enjoyed the delicious breakfast buffet and the man who seemed to be in charge of it when I was there was super! The front desk staff was very helpful!My superstar when I stayed was Julia Leonhardt. She was friendly,attentive, and quick to help resolve any issues.I look forward to my return. Great Staff!!
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 May 2024
Located just in front of the chocolate museum and sports museum.
10 minutes walk to the dom.
Ali
Ali, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2024
A very comfortable stay for my daughter and I in Cologne. Our room was large and quiet. Comfy beds and pillows. Roomy bathroom and nice to be able to make a cup of tea or coffee. Nice green touch to offer a drink for no servicing. Very friendly staff. Nice touch to send up a birthday cake.
Alison
Alison, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Mar 2024
Conveninent Hotel in Koln
Everything went perfect with NH Koln.
The hotel is 20 minutes walk from the central station, very pleasant walk full of restaurant and nice pub.
The room is spacious with very comfortable bed with quality linen.
The bathroom is a bit old, and need a bit of maintenance, but this doesn't affect the total value of the hotel that is definetely very good.
stefano
stefano, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Dec 2024
The hotel was very busy but the rooms were superbly quiet and comfortable. The only slight issue was that even with the aircon turned to minimum the room was still quite warm. But excellent value and perfect for what we needed. A good option was that in exchange for not having our room cleaned, we got two free drinks vouchers which we exchanged in the bar the next day. Brilliant!
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Sept 2023
Not too close to food. Their restaurant was closed