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Stern am Rathaus

3.0 star property
Comfortable riverfront hotel, walk to Cologne Cathedral

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Comfort Double Room
Front of property
Dining
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Bathroom shower
Bar (on property)
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Buergerstrasse 6, Cologne, NW, 50667
  • Popular LocationCologne Cathedral6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMusical Dome7 min walk
  • Popular LocationChocolate Museum14 min walk
  • AirportCologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)13 min drive

Room options

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2016
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Comfort Double Room

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Junior Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Cologne

Stern am Rathaus puts you in the heart of Cologne, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Musical Dome. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and express check-in. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, express check-out and multilingual staff. Local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Innenstadt hotel, attractions include Chocolate Museum and Cologne Trade Fair Grounds.

What's nearby

  • Old Market - 2 min walk
  • Cologne Cathedral - 6 min walk
  • Musical Dome - 7 min walk
  • Chocolate Museum - 14 min walk
  • LANXESS Arena - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Heumarkt U-Bahn - 5 min walk
  • Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • XII Apostel - 3 min walk
  • Peters Brauhaus - 1 min walk
  • Gabrielle Eiscafe Raffaello Pin - 2 min walk
  • Mondial 1516 - 2 min walk
  • Brauhaus Sion - 1 min walk

About this property

Stern am Rathaus

Comfortable riverfront hotel, walk to Cologne Cathedral
Stern am Rathaus offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Stern am Rathaus also features concierge services, express check-in, and express check-out.

This 3-star Cologne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1950
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • No smoking on site
Stern am Rathaus offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-cm flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cologne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 12.50 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1950
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax is imposed by the city of Cologne. Business travellers with proof of business-related travel are exempt from this tax. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.00 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately EUR 12 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 12.5 per night (492 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Stern am Rathaus
Stern am Rathaus Cologne
Stern am Rathaus Hotel
Stern am Rathaus Hotel Cologne
Stern am Rathaus Hotel
Stern am Rathaus Cologne
Stern am Rathaus Hotel Cologne

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Stern am Rathaus?

Stern am Rathaus offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Stern am Rathaus?

The closest beach to Stern am Rathaus is Blackfoot Beach (9.6 km).

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Stern am Rathaus?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Stern am Rathaus serve breakfast?

Yep, our travelers adore the local cuisine breakfast here! Available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Stern am Rathaus?

No, Stern am Rathaus does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Stern am Rathaus?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Stern am Rathaus?

No, pets are not allowed.

Stern am Rathaus Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden Gem
Wow, I haven't stayed in a hotel with this level of convivial service and welcoming atmosphere since "the before times." Andy, the proprietor, is truly a gem, someone who clearly loves their job and does it with kindness and care. The rooms are spacious for a standard size, and everything is thoughtfully designed, even if the aesthetics are a bit utilitarian (though this is Cologne, there aint much of the pre-war grandeur left). The breakfast is bountiful and cookies are on offer all hours of the day. I didn't know what to expect from our Cologne weekend adventure, but I can tell you it was delightfully influenced by the loveliness of the folks at Stern am Rathaus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff! Attentive and helpful! Breakfast was amazing!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very welcoming from the moment we arrived. We were invited to their social hour which included free drinks and Christmas biscuits. The room was excellent and had a kettle, which is unusual in Europe. We also had a fridge. Just around the corner from the nearest Christmas market, and just a 10 minute walk from the train station. Breakfast was excellent. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff in this small city hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Milton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful little boutique hotel. Both Francisco and Carla (spelling?) went over and above to answer our questions about the history of the area and the hotel. Very comfortable, Very quiet. Superb breakfast !!! The only negative is that there is no elevator. They will help with the luggage but it will be difficult with someone with mobility issues. Thank you again for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay and would happily return!! Great breakfast, wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and a lovely stay!

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and a fabulous breakfast!
We were treated like members of the family throughout our stay, from the initial arrival instructions through to helping us with a query about our return train time on the last morning. Rooms are large by city centre standards, with loads of extras. You can do your bit for the planet by opting to reduce the cleaning routine or by extending the life of your towels. There is loads of choice for breakfast, with some items cooked to order. We were there for 4 nights, so it was great that the breakfast varied a little from day to day. The hotel is very close to the station and many museums and other attractions. There are loads of restaurants and cafés in the same area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023