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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Simple rooms that are simply comfortable.

Onsite GourmetBar has great burgers and other tasty eats.

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

Prime downtown location, mere steps from stellar shopping, must-see attractions and some of the city’s most hopping bars.

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.

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

Solid location puts you within easy strolling distance to the Old City, and even closer to shopping.

Spot-on location with easy access to the world-famous cathedral – mins from the centre.

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.

Walking distance from shops, restaurants, bars, museums and, of course, that famous cathedral next to the train station (so everything, really).

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

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