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Novotel Köln City

Property class: 4

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A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and potted plants.
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A hotel reception area with a marble wall, multiple screens, and a tiled floor.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a large window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, a rowing machine, and a stationary bike, large windows, and a green wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Explore the area

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Bayenstr. 51, Cologne, NW, 50678
  • Place, Rheinau Harbour
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Chocolate Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hay Market
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(128 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Cologne

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Cologne awaits you at Novotel Köln City. You'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Cologne Cathedral and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from LANXESS Arena. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a sauna. .The restaurant, Novo2, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 2745 square feet (255 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Old Town Cologne hotel, attractions include Phantasialand and Cologne Trade Fair Grounds.

What's nearby

  • Rheinau Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chocolate Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hay Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old Market - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cologne Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Cologne Süd Station - 4 min drive
  • Severinstrasse U-Bahn - 8 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ramen Kagetsu - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Capannina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Palermo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chez Gus - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ahlan Imbiss - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Novotel Köln City

Novotel Köln City offers its guests a sauna and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2745 square feet (255 square metres) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Novotel Köln City. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cologne hotel.

  • 222 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 2745 sq ft of conference space
  • 255 sq. m of conference space
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Köln City offers 222 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cologne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 21 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Novo2

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,745 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 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 buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 24 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 21 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system 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, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Novotel City Koeln
Novotel Koeln
Novotel Koeln City
Novotel Koeln City Cologne
Novotel Koeln City Hotel
Novotel Koeln City Hotel Cologne
Cologne Novotel
Novotel Cologne
Novotel Hotel Cologne
Novotel Hotel Koeln City
Novotel Köln City Hotel Cologne
Novotel Köln City Hotel
Novotel Köln City Cologne
Novotel Köln City
Novotel Köln City Hotel
Novotel Köln City Cologne
Novotel Köln City Hotel Cologne

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Köln City?

Novotel Köln City offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Köln City?

As of 7 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Köln City on 20 Sept 2026 start from AU$137, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Novotel Köln City?

Yep, Novotel Köln City has a self car park for EUR 21 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Novotel Köln City?

The closest beach to Novotel Köln City is Blackfoot Beach (10.9 km).

Is Novotel Köln City family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and an arcade, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Köln City is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Köln City serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is offered daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Köln City?

No, Novotel Köln City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Köln City?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Köln City?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Novotel Köln City Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel room, walking distance to main attractions
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a convenient hotel and well kept
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Morena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to everything we needed, with very helpful and welcoming staff. The on-site parking was a big plus and made getting around very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Duygu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room 👍 Staff 👍 Parking 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seán

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet hotel. Good location for walking to multiple locations. Easy walk into the city centre. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked in and checked out staffs were friendly and helpful. Hotel is about 20 minutes walk from the Cologne Cathedral. The were a lot to see along the way and this made the walk relatively enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for last minute stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was excellent. Clean, comfortable and only a short walk to the main areas of cologne and perfect for the chocolate factory museum.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sean A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so accommodating and made us feel so very welcome during our stay. Our room was impeccable and absolutely clean, the hotel itself is in such a convenient location. I loved every moment of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a relaxed stay. All the staff were so helpful and friendly - reception, breakfast, housekeeping. Our flight was cancelled and the hotel gave us the same rooms for an extra night without any fuss.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for two nights with our two young kids. The room was clean, tidy, and in a nice part of town, the restaurant was also tasty. The staff were welcoming, and friendly. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with a high standard. Location ok, 15 min by foot to the heart of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Made stay very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Very clean room with comfy beds. Great to have a kettle in the room,water cooler in lobby and amazing view from the gym
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and excellent location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very pleased with the quality of everything at this hotel. The room was spacious, comfortable, and very quiet. The breakfast was delicious with plenty of options to try. The location of the property is within walking distance of all attractions, and I did not have to use the vehicle during my entire stay. If I ever find myself in the area again, I will try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maricris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and bed was comfortable and clean. I didn't have breakfast but overall, happy with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Håkan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great, quiet, clean and quit big!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good hotel near the Rhine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only working equipment in the gym were the elliptical and cycling machines. Other than that it was all very splendid
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dinu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were very clean and the staff very professional
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hetvi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Standard hotel. Impeccably clean but German service... No rooftop terrace like described. No membership gift like announced.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The reception staff were friendly and professional, reception areas very nice. The room was very clean and modern, well paid d out. Would have given 5 stars but the pillows were t good and the bed was a bit firm for me.
Nice view of the river
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026