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Excelsior Hotel ErnstvsHotel Ludwig
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Excelsior Hotel Ernst scores significantly higher than Hotel Ludwig. Excelsior Hotel Ernst comes in at 85 with recommendations from 6 sources like The Telegraph, Frommer's and Michelin Guide.
Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Fodor's
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Star Service
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Frommer's Michelin Guide
Trankgasse 1 - 5, Domplatz, 50667 Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
From $162/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Old-master paintings, including a Van Dyck, grace this 1863 hotel's sumptuous Empire-style lobby, while Gobelin tapestries hang in the ballroom." Full review
Rough Guide "A member of the Leading Hotels of the World group, it’s recently been refurbished with a conservative but up-to-date ambience, a brace of restaurants and a Riesling-themed wine bar."
Michelin Guide "Traditional and modern elements have been combined with style and taste in this grand hotel by the cathedral."
Star Service "Although it lacks the dramatic edge of Hotel Im Wasserturm, this hotel is grounded on a traditional bedrock of discreet, deluxe hospitality that will please even the most cynical of business travelers." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This classic five-star hotel, located next to Cologne Cathedral and the city's main train station, has maintained high standards since 1863." Full review
Jetsetter "A glamorous, five-star stay with views of Cologne's magnificent Gothic cathedral, with spa access, champagne and a suite option - Christmas availability." Full review
Frommer's "The breakfast room contains a Gobelins tapestry, and the walls of the public areas are hung with works by big names. The art is set off by gleaming and elegant public rooms...guest rooms are swank. " Full review
Michelin Guide "The rooms and suites are outfitted with crisp reproduction furnishings, rich fabrics and all the requisite modern amenities, from sound-proofed windows to wi-fi. " Full review
Hotel Ludwig Michelin Guide
22-24 Brandenburger Strasse, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
From $95/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Meeting Rooms
Michelin Guide "An informally-run hotel close to the old town with bright, cheerful and contemporary guestrooms. The position is ideal for rail travellers and city tourists."
