Name: Stern am Rathaus
Address: Bürgerstraße 6, Altstadt-Nord, 50667 Cologne, Germany, Bürgerstraße 6, North Rhine-Westphalia, 50667, Germany
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $81 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.6

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Hotel Stern am Rathaus

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, cathedrals and beer – Check location Bürgerstraße 6, Altstadt-Nord, 50667 Cologne, Germany – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, cathedrals and beer – Check location Excellent location – show map

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*8.5* Museum of Applied Arts Cologne: only 5 minutes away! (1,150 feet by foot)

*8.4* Wallraf-Richartz Museum: only 2 minutes away! (550 feet by foot)

*8.1* Der Spiegel Gallery: only 4 minutes away! (900 feet by foot)

*8.2* Cologne Philharmonic Hall: only 3 minutes away! (750 feet by foot)

*8.7* Romano-Germanic Museum: only 3 minutes away! (700 feet by foot)

Cologne Central Station: only 6 minutes away! (1,650 feet by foot)

*9.3* Cologne Cathedral: only 4 minutes away! (950 feet by foot)

*8.6* Musical Dome Köln: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)

Heumarkt Metro Station: only 5 minutes away! (1,150 feet by foot)

*9.1* Cologne Christmas Market: only 1 minute away! (100 feet by foot)

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It is perfectly located; the staff is pleasant and helpful; the prices are reasoable; the rooms are spotless and modern; and the breakfast was very good and including hot food cooked to order. What lovely hosts, full of friendly ,positive vibes. If you come to Köln, "Stern am Rathaus" is the best chioice

Shih-wei

Taiwan

The check in was easy and the service impeccable, and the hotel room was neat, clean and well serviced. The breakfasts were amazing and plentiful. I will definitely go back!

Kadiya

Australia

Great location!!! Very easy to navigate around the city!

Lei

United States of America

The staff was very friendly and genuine. We dropped off our luggage in the lobby and left to find the lot to park our car. When we returned our bags were put in our room, several floors up which was so appreciated. The room was very clean and had everything we needed. The breakfast was the highlight with a huge variety of meats, cheeses, juices, fruits, breads, etc. They even made cooked to order omelets for us. I can't say enough good about this place. I would highly recommend. The location was also central and ideal for every place the general Cologne traveler would want to see.

Wendy

United States of America

Location was convenient, close to train station, Ludwig museum, the Dome, riverbank and public transportation. The best part was the selection at the buffet breakfast which is included in price of the room. Hosts couldn't do enough for us. Will definitively be back.

Liliane

United States of America

All the amenities you need and a perfect location! Great staff and breakfast was superb! Ingmar was a fantastic host with exemplary hospitality. Would recommend to any traveler looking for a stellar location to explore from with a great experience to leave with! Thanks Hotel Stern am Rathaus!

David

United States of America

Location, location, location! Very central and close to everything we wanted to see and do. Excellent advice on restaurants in the area. Staff (we mostly dealt with Michael) very very helpful. Good breakfast.

Marylee

United States of America

Hotel was very close to the train station & sights of Cologne.

Alison

United States of America

Beautiful property with excellent staff. Great location. Superb breakfast.

Robert

United States of America

Just off the beaten path, this boutique hotel offers comfortable, clean, and unfussy rooms, modern bathrooms, and a wonderfully long breakfast hour—or three. The staff is friendly and obliging, and we were well taken care of. The views from the junior suite on the Cologne Dom are breathtaking!

Elisabeth

United States of America

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“It is perfectly located; the staff is pleasant and helpful; the prices are reasoable; the rooms are spotless and modern; and the breakfast was very good and including hot food cooked to order.”

Shih-wei Taiwan
“The check in was easy and the service impeccable, and the hotel room was neat, clean and well serviced. The breakfasts were amazing and plentiful. I will definitely go back!”

Kadiya Australia
“Great location!!! Very easy to navigate around the city!”

Lei United States of America
“The staff was very friendly and genuine. We dropped off our luggage in the lobby and left to find the lot to park our car.”

Wendy United States of America
“Location was convenient, close to train station, Ludwig museum, the Dome, riverbank and public transportation.”

Liliane United States of America
“All the amenities you need and a perfect location! Great staff and breakfast was superb! Ingmar was a fantastic host with exemplary hospitality.”

David United States of America
“Location, location, location! Very central and close to everything we wanted to see and do. Excellent advice on restaurants in the area. Staff (we mostly dealt with Michael) very very helpful.”

Marylee United States of America
“Hotel was very close to the train station & sights of Cologne.”

Alison United States of America
“Beautiful property with excellent staff. Great location. Superb breakfast.”

Robert United States of America
“Just off the beaten path, this boutique hotel offers comfortable, clean, and unfussy rooms, modern bathrooms, and a wonderfully long breakfast hour—or three.”

Elisabeth United States of America

Stay in the heart of Cologne – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, cathedrals and beer – Check location Excellent location – show map

A 5-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral and a 9-minute walk from Cologne Central Station, this hotel lies on a side street in the Old Town. It has air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

The rooms at Stern am Rathaus feature a flat-screen TV and a desk. A refrigerator, safe and tea and coffee making facilities are provided.

A breakfast buffet made with local produce are served at the cafe. There are many restaurants and bars within a 5-minute walk of the Stern am Rathaus Cologne.

Several museums and the Schildergasse shopping area are a 5-minute walk away. Cologne Trade Fair is 1 stop from the nearby Cologne Main Station.

Altstadt-Nord is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, cathedrals and beer.

This is our guests' favorite part of Cologne, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, American, Buffet

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Max adults: 3	Junior Suite High floor Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
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Max adults: 4	Family Suite 1 full bed and 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed
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Max adults: 2	Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child) 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds
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Hotel surroundings

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The markets and breweries of Cologne's old town lie directly on the banks of the Rhine. At the heart of the neighborhood is the world-famous cathedral, Germany's most popular tourist destination.

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Cologne Christmas Market
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Cologne Old Market
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Cologne City Hall
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Farina Fragrance Museum
0.1 miles
Great St. Martin Church
0.1 miles
Wallraf-Richartz Museum
0.1 miles
Romano-Germanic Museum
0.1 miles
Cologne University of Applied Sciences
0.1 miles
Cologne Philharmonic Hall
0.1 miles
Museum Ludwig
0.1 miles

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Weinhaus Brungs Restaurant
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Peters Brauhaus Restaurant
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Maibeck Restaurant
0.1 miles
Café Faßbender Cafe/Bar
0.1 miles
Rewe Supermarkt Supermarket
0.1 miles
Galeria Kaufhof Market
0.1 miles

Closest Airports *

Cologne Bonn Airport
8.2 miles
Düsseldorf Airport
25 miles
Dortmund Airport
49 miles

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Check-in

1:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Check-out

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

0 - 2 years	Can use a crib when requested	€ 10 per stay
3 years old	Can use a crib when requested	€ 10 per stay
3 years old	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 15 per child, per night
4 - 15 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 15 per child, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

American Express Visa Mastercard Maestro EC-Card Stern am Rathaus accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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The property is located in a building with no elevator.

Please inform Stern am Rathaus of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests staying at Stern am Rathaus can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- American
- Buffet
The prices at Stern am Rathaus may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Room options at Stern am Rathaus include:
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- Family
Check-in at Stern am Rathaus is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
The following parking options are available to guests staying at Stern am Rathaus (subject to availability):
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“It is perfectly located; the staff is pleasant and helpful; the prices are reasoable; the rooms are spotless and modern; and the breakfast was very good and including hot food cooked to order. What lovely hosts, full of friendly ,positive vibes. If you come to Köln, "Stern am Rathaus" is the best chioice”

“The staff was very friendly and genuine. We dropped off our luggage in the lobby and left to find the lot to park our car. When we returned our bags were put in our room, several floors up which was so appreciated. The room was very clean and had everything we needed. The breakfast was the highlight with a huge variety of meats, cheeses, juices, fruits, breads, etc. They even made cooked to order omelets for us. I can't say enough good about this place. I would highly recommend. The location was also central and ideal for every place the general Cologne traveler would want to see.”

“Location was convenient, close to train station, Ludwig museum, the Dome, riverbank and public transportation. The best part was the selection at the buffet breakfast which is included in price of the room. Hosts couldn't do enough for us. Will definitively be back.”

“All the amenities you need and a perfect location! Great staff and breakfast was superb! Ingmar was a fantastic host with exemplary hospitality. Would recommend to any traveler looking for a stellar location to explore from with a great experience to leave with! Thanks Hotel Stern am Rathaus!”

“Location, location, location! Very central and close to everything we wanted to see and do. Excellent advice on restaurants in the area. Staff (we mostly dealt with Michael) very very helpful. Good breakfast.”

“Just off the beaten path, this boutique hotel offers comfortable, clean, and unfussy rooms, modern bathrooms, and a wonderfully long breakfast hour—or three. The staff is friendly and obliging, and we were well taken care of. The views from the junior suite on the Cologne Dom are breathtaking! ”

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Reviewed: February 18, 2020

Pierre
South Africa

11 helpful votes
10

“A lovely restful stay and a surprising find! Definitely one of the highlights of my year so far!”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The attention to detail, quality finishes and overall comfort was amazing. The location could not be better!

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: February 4, 2020

Inge
Belgium
9.0

“super nice and relaxed stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
nothing I can think off
location, it is right in the center. very close to all museums and sightseeing spots. nice and clean rooms. extended breakfast and super friendly staff. it is a rather small hotel, which was perfect

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: January 21, 2020

Stanislav
Belgium

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
There's nothing to complain about, really.
Good breakfast, exceptionally nice and friendly staff. Cosy and clean room.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 20, 2020

Csilla
Belgium
7.0

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location, friendly staff

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 18, 2020

Azzi
Lebanon
10

“Best experience in Cologne since long time”
- • Business trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
To be honest only one disadvantage point which is not having a lift. But staff was very helpful & helped us with our luggage to our room in the 3rd floor
Everything was perfect. Very nice room. Top clean. All the needs are in the room. Staff very nice & helpful. Wonderful home made breakfast location very good close to train station & shopping area. In conclusion we had a very good experience & will be our address for our future trips to Cologne

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 8, 2020

Damien
France
9.0

“Great hotel in the old city with excellent breakfast and nice staff.”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
Not related to the hotel itself but there were some roadworks during our stay. They woke us up very early.
Excellent breakfast and very nice staff. The hotel is in the city center, only a couple of minutes from the train station and all points of interest. The rooms were clean and we appreciated the ecological touch.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 8, 2020

Lisa
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location. Excellent breakfast. Very friendly and helpful service.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 8, 2020

Dragos_is
Romania

4 helpful votes
10

“Home away from home”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
The sliding bathroom door, although I understand this design choice might be the result of some space constraints, allows unwanted noises and odors in the room. Would have liked to find an ashtray outside.
Hotel location is ideal, close or within walking distance to everything. Very close to the Christmas market in Heumarkt. Our room was ready on our arrival, even if it was earlier than the normal check-in window. Super speedy check-in process. The space in the room was very well thought, room was very clean. Beds and pillows were very comfortable providing a good night sleep, excellent noise insulation. Breakfast was remarkable, with carefully chosen healthy food, locally/regionally sourced ingredients, organic where possible and with small-sized portions in order to avoid waste. Scrambled eggs cooked to order - outstanding, the lard with crispy onion - a dream, the overnight oats with mango - yummy. Some of the little touches that make the difference: the occasional little chocolate treat, the champagne glasses provided on New Year's Eve, umbrellas for the guests, honesty bar, color coded towels so you don't mistake them, multiple outlet standards, the ingenious way of communicating with the cleaning staff, the cultural diversity of the Christmas tree and even the quality of the toilet paper. Friendly staff and owners that really made us feel not just welcomed, but at home. We've had an awesome stay and we can honestly say the hotel deserves all the high ratings and reviews. There are some kiosks for the essentials nearby, but you will have to walk around 20 minutes to the closest supermarket.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 4, 2020

Maria
United Kingdom
8.0

“I would go back again!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
the hotel was very central, very clean, great service and very friendly

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 2, 2020

Stephen
United Kingdom
10

“Excellent new year”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing Central position Warm and comfortable
Breakfast excellent cooked to order Wide choice of food and large window7.30 - 10.30 to eat

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: December 24, 2019

Karen
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No negative at all. Sorry to disappoint. Loved it
Wow we had 2 rooms and they are so clean and modern, had gorgeous shower gel, body lotion and soap, hairdryer, safe, fridge, loved the English, euro and USB sockets, black out curtains, air con, it was centrally located we walked from central station in 10 mins and all the Christmas markets were within walking distance, closest is old town square just 1 mins away. Furthest was Rudolfplatz 20mins stroll but plentiful of bars, restaurants and long street of high street shops and other markets along the way to break up the time. The staff at the stern de Rathaus were very helpful in check in, lady even drew on the map for us where every market was, breakfast was fabulous, we all loved the egg varieties and hash browns we could choose to compliment our continental style buffet. Great tasting Coffee machine. Small Boutique style hotel with only 8 rooms made our stay comfortable, welcoming and personalised. In my eyes Credit where credit is due. Thank you again hope you all enjoy your Christmas with your nearest and dearest. Xx

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 21, 2019

Garth
United Kingdom

4 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent in every way.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 18, 2019

Pss
Portugal
10

“Top location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The location was amazing! Walking distance from the central train station, the dom, the town hall, the main shopping streets and all the christmas markets. The breakfast was also really really good, and the staff was very helpful, since i needed to make a change with my reservation beforehand and had no problem.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 9, 2019

Shih-wei
Taiwan
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It is perfectly located; the staff is pleasant and helpful; the prices are reasoable; the rooms are spotless and modern; and the breakfast was very good and including hot food cooked to order. What lovely hosts, full of friendly ,positive vibes. If you come to Köln, "Stern am Rathaus" is the best chioice

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: November 17, 2019

Maarten
Netherlands

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Greet breakfast, excellent room and very friendly staff

Stayed in November 2019

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