Guest Information & Hotel A–Z

A warm welcome! To ensure you enjoy a relaxing and comfortable stay with us in Cologne, we have compiled all essential information, services, and hotel policies for you below.

A B C E F H L M N P R S T W

A Accessibility

Our hotel features three accessible rooms. Please inform us of your specific requirements when making a reservation so we can assign the ideal room for you.

A Allergies & Dietary Needs

Do you have food allergies, intolerances, or special dietary requirements? Please inform us prior to your arrival so we can accommodate your preferences for breakfast.

A Arrival & Check-in

Your room is available from 2:00 PM on the day of arrival. A valid photo ID and a credit card or €100 cash deposit are required upon check-in.

  • Early Check-in: From 11:00 AM upon availability (€25.00 surcharge).
  • Late Arrival (after 6:00 PM): Please contact us in advance. Our key safe allows check-in 24/7.

B Baby Cots & Extra Beds

  • Children up to 12 years: Stay and enjoy breakfast free of charge in their parents' bed.
  • Baby Cots: Available free of charge upon request (please specify when booking).
  • Extra Beds: Available in selected room categories for €27.00 / night.

B Breakfast – Book Early & Save

Start your day with our fresh breakfast buffet:

  • Advance Booking (by the day before): €19.00 per person / day.
  • On-site / Same-day Booking: €27.00 per person / day.

Booking in advance helps us plan accurately and avoid unnecessary food waste.

C Cancellation & No-Show

The cancellation terms agreed upon during booking apply. For late cancellations, 80% of the room rate will be charged. In case of a No-Show, 100% will be billed. Cancellations must be submitted in writing.

C Check-out & Departure

We kindly ask you to vacate your room by 11:00 AM on your departure day.

  • Late Check-out (until 1:00 PM): €25.00 (subject to availability).
  • Late Check-out XXL (until 5:00 PM): €50.00 (subject to availability).

E Eco-Friendly Stay & Free Beer

To save resources, we clean rooms every two days by default. If you opt out of daily cleaning for the environment, we’ll thank you with a free Mühlen Kölsch beer at our bar!

Forgot toiletries? Sustainable items (made from bamboo/cornstarch) are available at reception.

F House Rules & Quiet Hours

  • Quiet Hours: Please respect other guests and keep noise levels down between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
  • Occupancy: Maximum room occupancy must be respected. Please register external visitors at reception.
  • Parties: Private parties in hotel rooms are strictly prohibited.

H Housekeeping & Sustainability

We care about our environmental footprint. Regular room cleaning takes place every two days to conserve water and energy.

L Location & Public Transport

Thanks to our central location at Heumarkt, you have direct connections to key destinations:

  • Cologne Trade Fair (Messe) / Confex: Tram line 1 or 9
  • RheinEnergieSTADION: Tram line 1
  • Cologne Cathedral & Main Station: Tram line 5
  • Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN): S-Bahn from Main Station

M Minors / Solo Young Travelers

Guests under 18 traveling without parents require a signed parental consent form along with copies of the parents' ID prior to arrival.

N Non-Smoking Hotel

Our hotel is strictly non-smoking. Smoking is prohibited throughout the entire building and inside rooms (including open windows). Deep cleaning fees apply for violations.

P Parking & Garage

On-site parking spaces are available upon request for €25.00 / day (max. clearance height 1.90 m). Advance reservation is recommended. Public parking garages are nearby.

P Payment & Guarantee

Payment can be made in cash, EC/Girocard, VISA, or Mastercard (American Express is not accepted).

A valid credit card guarantee or €100.00 cash deposit is required at check-in (even for prepaid rates).

P Pets

Pets are generally not allowed in the hotel. Certified service and guide dogs are exempt (please inform us prior to arrival).

P Pillow & Blanket Menu

For your comfort, we offer a selection of extra pillows, neck pillows, and hypoallergenic bedding. Please let us know your preferences in advance.

R Reception & Service

Our reception is staffed during the day. For arrivals after 6:00 PM, your key will be safely deposited in our 24/7 key safe.

W Wi-Fi (Free)

High-speed Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel. Access details and QR codes can be found in your room (wardrobe/door) and at reception.