Streamlined furnishings and red, black and white palette give the place a modern Deco vibe.

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

Streamlined furnishings and red, black and white palette give the place a modern Deco vibe.

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).

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.)

Pet-friendly digs with amenities aplenty. Free WiFi means you can check the headlines and appear impressively informed at breakfast.

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

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

Lighten up! Floor-to-ceiling windows make it a breeze.

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

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

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

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

Historic building with photography throughout, in honour of the building’s connection with the founder of the Gruber Collection in Museum Ludwig.

Décor is anything but dull. Bright colours, international art and fun prints adorn all the walls.

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

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

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

This 1906 gem boasts a privileged past life as the Museum of Music History(!) & it’s totally retained plenty of original charm.

Bright, comfy rooms with the must-have caffeine kettle to lull you to sleep & then get ya going again.

Strategically nestled between Bonn & Cologne off the A59, just 10 minutes from the airport.

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

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

Just steps from the Rhine and an easy walk to the Cathedral, old town, museums and the lively Schildergasse shopping street.

Onsite GourmetBar has great burgers and other tasty eats.

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.

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