Quiet spot on a hill overlooking Bonn, just a short drive into the centre (and onsite underground parking is free!).

Ideally situated between the Bonn Museum Mile and the Rhine, with shops, sights and restaurants sprinkled in between.

Do it up big, and hit local highlights like the Beethoven House and Haus der Geschichte Museum.

House bikes available for rent – and it’s a great way to see the city up close and personal. (Fire up the free WiFi for a look at the city map before you go.)

Let’s hear it for no suitcase schlepping – park those bags in your room and go see the city (an easy 5-10 minute walk).

Smack dab in the heart, near the World Conference Center. Must-sees include the Museum Mile and Beethoven Haus.

Steps from the Cathedral, and view-fans will most definitely want to climb the bell tower. (Worth the work.)

Retro-futuristic vibe – think 1950s Jetsons glam gone wild.

Right across from the Cologne Cathedral, a 2-min jaunt from the main train station. Plus, free breakfast doesn't hurt.

Exposed brick and vibrant colours team up to welcome you to the lobby.

Smartly located in the heart, steps from the Central Station, cathedral, shopping street and Rhine river.

Vibe is upscale modern, with slick décor that blends heaps of dark wood with a bright and airy ambience.

Indoor pool. Outdoor terrace. They’ve got all the weather bases covered.

Perched on the edge of Stadtwald Park, a 5-min jaunt from the nearest light rail station and 5km from the must-see Cathedral.

Onsite GourmetBar has great burgers and other tasty eats.

Simple rooms that are simply comfortable.

On the banks of the Rhine, only a 15-min walk from old town. Plan your sightseeing route from the rooftop terrace.

Trendy Friesenplatz district digs steps from the U-bahn (and only 1km from the train and that gorgeous Gothic cathedral).

Easy access to the A1 and A4 if you’re road trippin’, otherwise the tram will get you to the centre in 30 min.

On the right side of the Rhine, by the exhibition centre and Cologne Arena (2 of the city’s biggies!).

Enviable location in the heart, a more-than-reasonable 3-min luggage-tug from the train station. (You can do it.)

In the heart of Cologne, a brief walk from the train station. So close to the cathedral you might as well be sleeping in the nave.

Just 1 block from the central station and strolling distance from all the must-see sights.

Classic-contemporary style that marries traditional touches, like rich wood finishes and classic artwork, with posh modern updates.

Win-win locale: tucked away on a low-key side street yet easily walkable to the hoppin’ centre.