Kaygasse 2, Altstadt-Süd, 50676 Cologne, Germany
#42 of 244 hotels in Cologne
Guests' ChoiceBased on 328 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.9
Free Wifi
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: March 25, 2025
Milan
CroatiaThe interior of the hotel looks a little dated and worn. We both thought it was time for a redo.
We found our initial suite on the second floor dark - few windows and not enough lighting. So, we upgraded to a suite on the 10th floor, which was far better with windows. The hotel is well located - not in the middle of the absolute core, so less noisy, but within walking distance of everything we were interested in. The staff were very helpful. We would come again.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 21, 2025
Hinsley
United KingdomCould do with a lick of paint now, and it's a shame there is no where to have dinner in the hotel.
A beautiful hotel, lovely staff, facilities were fab.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
R
United KingdomOur suite room was lovely but the odd few marks on walls etc which needed a tiny bit of tlc meant it wasn't as perfect as it could have easily been. Would prefer a door between living space and bedroom so the two rooms could be used with greater independence - e.g. watching the TV if someone is sleeping.
Amazing building, very well converted and totally unique. Rooftop bar and terrace also a lovely place to spend some time (view as per pic). Location a 15 min walk to city centre so a pretty good compromise.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 21, 2025
Alona
UkraineBig room, good location, tasty breakfasts 🍳
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: February 9, 2025
Lisa
United KingdomDidn't do evening meals (but the hotel recommended a local place that was great).
Stunning property, great breakfast, friendly and helpful staff, spacious room, lovely bathroom.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: February 3, 2025
Kelly
NetherlandsNothing. It was all good.
The building is beautiful and the rooms are large, clean and comfortable with gorgeous views of the city. We stayed only one night, but because of the central location, we managed to see the cathedral, the river, some shopping etc. I would stay here again.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 27, 2025
Jonathan
United KingdomNothing
It was perfect Staff at the rooftop bar were lovely and nothing was too much trouble Excellent service from reception to rooftop
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 16, 2025
Tom
United KingdomWe had a fantastic stay just before Christmas. Hotel is situated a short walk away from the hustle and bustle which was welcomed as the evenings were quiet. Really like the rooftop bar for a cocktail! The look and feel of the old water tower is unique. A great spot and would definitely return!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 28, 2024
Jo
NetherlandsBeautifully renovated water tower with amazing views. The room was spacious and stylish and the staff were friendly and helpful. 10 minute walk to the Dom and easy to get to. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 26, 2024
Christian
GermanyBeautiful very special historical building, very much worth staying there. Very good service at reception and the roof top bar. Breakfast and service there also great.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 24, 2024
Mark
United KingdomOn 2 occasions food on hot buffet was to long coming out
Unusual building and good view from bedroom and lovely rooftop bar
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 15, 2024
Nathalie
LuxembourgThe architecture of the building and there rooftop
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: December 10, 2024
Heidi
AustraliaEasy enough walk to the main town space, but not in the thick of things. Limited room service and would have liked access to snacks as shops a few blocks away. But not a big issue really.
Stunning historical stay with plush rooms and facilities. Rooftop bar was gorgeous and the food was lovely. Excellent staff and customer service.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 8, 2024
Pihla
NetherlandsBooking has some mixed information about the spa and gym, so it could be straightened out.
The room was spacious and the location was great. We spent quite a lot of time at the gym and the spa (or more just a sauna), and both were excellent. The breakfast buffet was also good.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 1, 2024
Caroline
United KingdomNothing
Quirky building Central location
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: November 26, 2024
Janice
United KingdomLocation was excellent , within walking Distance to all main areas of koln. Freindly helpful staff Spacious rooms
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 11, 2024
Manon
BelgiumThe wellness is not really accessible for fast travellers. Excellent parking, but such a small parking spots. The house keeping needs to improve.
The room was excellent (as usual in this hotel), my stay was a delight, and the team did every they could to give me a wonderful stay!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: November 10, 2024
Odile
SwitzerlandNo breakfast with the dog
l’architecture
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 3, 2024
Martin
BelgiumNoise in our room on 10th floor - due to roof-top bar just above n 11th floor, with quite a bit of 'boom-boom' until 1 o'clock. Expensive and narrow garage, with unclear getting-in and getting-out instructions ( creating a lot of unnecessary stress)
Original, 'insolite'. Close to the city-center. Well-equipped spacious room, very nice view over the city of Cologne. Great breakfast, although quite expensive (31 euros per person).
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 1, 2024
Cornelia
CanadaI booked 3 rooms and when we arrived I booked one more room. I asked for a discount on the additional room, as this would now be 4 rooms total ( quite a few rooms for one person to book in my opinion). The declined to give me a discount which made me feel unappreciated.
This hotel was very unique. The decor was beautiful and we loved the lounge on the top floor.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 24, 2024
Indra
LatviaLighting in the room is less than we are used to. It is due to design but during the dark period- autumn and winter I would appreciate more light in the room.
It is a place with a character. Perfect location, perfect sound proofing, very nice service, especially people working at breakfast, very very nice people and excellent breakfast.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 10, 2024
Emma
GermanyAbsolutely nothing - it’s our second time here and we already can’t wait to come back again!
Gorgeous style, stunning rooftop bar and super comfy beds. Staff went above and beyond, even treating us to a bottle of Prosecco in the room for our anniversary
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: October 10, 2024
Ray
United KingdomGreat bar but limited overpriced snacks.
Excellent room, bar and building.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 2, 2024
Andrej
SlovakiaCan’t open the doors or windows
Nice place, very good service. Near centre
Stayed in October 2024
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