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HOTELS/COLOGNE/BUDGET HOTELS IN COLOGNE

Budget hotels in Cologne

10 ranked, with a plain verdict on every entry.

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Hotel Ilbertz takes the top spot on this list for travelers seeking relaxed accommodation, and provides personalised service to reduce guest stress. Hotel Der Löwenbräu is built for City break visitors seeking riverside dining, and serves a diverse menu including German, Italian and Anatolian cuisine. Hotel Callas am Dom serves cultural sightseers, and enjoys an excellent location directly at the cathedral.
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1Hotel Ilbertz3-star, 851 m from the centre of Cologne82.7NEW–
2Hotel Der Löwenbräu3-star, 194 m from the centre of Cologne80.0NEW–
3Hotel Callas am Dom3-star, 317 m from the centre of Cologne78.0NEW–
4Hotel Ibis Köln Am Dom2-star, 493 m from the centre of Cologne, part of all.accor.com78.0NEW–
5Flandrischer Hof3-star, 1.5 km from the centre of Cologne76.3NEW–
6Domstern3-star, 860 m from the centre of Cologne74.7NEW–
7Hotel Christina3-star, 2.5 km from the centre of Cologne74.7NEW–
8Hotel Windsor3-star, 1.3 km from the centre of Cologne71.0NEW–
9Stern am Rathaus1-star, 55 m from the centre of Cologne70.0NEW–
10Hotel Uhu3-star, 8.9 km from the centre of Cologne62.0NEW–
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The ranking, in detail

01

Hotel Ilbertz

Personalised service for a stress-free stay in Cologne

Hotel Ilbertz offers personalised service to help guests forget everyday stress.

Best for travelers seeking relaxed accommodation
82.7
02

Hotel Der Löwenbräu

Hotel and restaurant directly on the Rhine in Cologne's old town

This hotel is situated on the riverfront in Cologne's old town. It offers air-conditioned rooms with views of the Rhine and features an on-site restaurant.

Best for City break visitors seeking riverside dining
80.0
03

Hotel Callas am Dom

Your address in the vibrant city of Cologne

Hotel Callas am Dom is a privately run Garni hotel located in the heart of Cologne. It sits directly at the cathedral on the bustling pedestrian zone, Hohe Strasse.

Best for cultural sightseers
78.0
04

Hotel Ibis Köln Am Dom

Vibrant economy hotel open to everyone

This vibrant economy hotel offers a quiet stay despite its central location at Cologne Cathedral. Guests can enjoy views of the old town from every room.

Best for travelers seeking a convenient stopover near the station
78.0
05

Flandrischer Hof

Ideal for business travelers and city tourists alike

The Hotel Flandrischer Hof is a modern city hotel in Cologne's Belgian Quarter. It offers rooms ideal for business trips and city breaks.

Best for Business travellers and city tourists
76.3
06

Domstern

A family-run boutique hotel in the heart of Cologne

The Domstern is a boutique hotel in Cologne situated in a central yet quiet location near the main station and cathedral. It operates as a small, family-run establishment offering personal service to its guests.

Best for guests seeking a personalised city break experience
74.7
07

Hotel Christina

Your central three-star hotel in Cologne's Südstadt

Hotel Christina is a family-run three-star hotel located in Cologne's Südstadt. It sits near Chlodwigplatz and the Fortuna Stadium, offering easy access to the city centre.

Best for City break travellers seeking central location
74.7
08

Hotel Windsor

A comfortable stay in a prime location in Cologne

This family-run hotel is situated on a quiet side street in central Cologne. It lies between MediaPark and the Kölner Ringe.

Best for Business travellers and city tourists
71.0
09

Stern am Rathaus

Central location with personalised service and exceptional breakfast

Stern am Rathaus is a small boutique hotel in Cologne with only eight rooms. It has been selected by guests as one of the best-rated hotels in the city on various review portals.

Best for City break travellers seeking proximity to attractions
70.0
10

Hotel Uhu

Sympathetic, practical, and good.

Hotel Uhu is a stylish city hotel in Cologne-Dellbrück offering comfortable accommodation at attractive prices. It provides professional hospitality and modern facilities for guests seeking convenience.

62.0
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Frequently asked questions

What do the top four say they are built for?

Hotel Ilbertz says it is built for travelers seeking relaxed accommodation, and Hotel Der Löwenbräu for City break visitors seeking riverside dining. Hotel Callas am Dom says it is built for cultural sightseers, and Hotel Ibis Köln Am Dom for travelers seeking a convenient stopover near the station.

What should a buyer check before signing up?

Hotel Ibis Köln Am Dom states that the hotel charges an additional cultural promotion tax for private travelers, and Flandrischer Hof that the underground parking spaces are noted to be very narrow. Hotel Christina states that the hotel operates digitally and does not accept cash payments on site, and Stern am Rathaus that the hotel does not have a lift across its three floors. Those are the limits each hotel publishes itself, not a full account of any plan.

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