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Excelsior Hotel ErnstvsSteigenberger Hotel Koln
Both properties are recommended by professionals. On balance, Excelsior Hotel Ernst is preferred by most professionals compared to Steigenberger Hotel Koeln. Excelsior Hotel Ernst ranks #2 in Cologne with accolades from 8 sources such as Rough Guide, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
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
"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
"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."
"Traditional and modern elements have been combined with style and taste in this grand hotel by the cathedral."
"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
8.0
"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
"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
"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
"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
Steigenberger Hotel Koln
Frommer's
Habsburgerring 9-13, 50674 Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
From $90/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Opening directly onto the Rudolfplatz, one of Cologne's most famous squares, this is a modern first-class hotel with a lot of special features, such as a heated indoor pool." Full review