What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Cologne?

Motels generally offer more affordable rates than hotels, which makes them ideal if you're touring around Cologne and sticking to a budget. A popular pick for overnight trips, these roadside escapes come with simply furnished rooms, basic services and ample parking. Opt for a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay more for additional comfort, space and amenities. Guests can take advantage of things like a fitness centre, free WiFi and business services at this property type.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Cologne?

Enjoy the included breakfast at Callas Hotel am Dom . This 3-star getaway in Cologne also has a terrace and hypo-allergenic bedding. Or pour yourself a fresh brew and fill up at Maternushaus , which also offers complimentary breakfast.

Do any 3-star hotels in Cologne have a pool?

We've got some excellent 3-star choices in Cologne where you can take a relaxing dip, including Landhotel Fettehenne and Residenz am Dom Boardinghouse Apartments . June, July and August, which are the summer months here, are great for staying at a 3-star property with a pool. If you want the warmest weather for your poolside adventure, come in August when temperatures average from 15ºC at night to 25ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Cologne have an on-site restaurant?

After a day of touring the sights, reward yourself with a satisfying meal at Hotel Königshof The Arthouse 's on-site restaurant. This 3-star Cologne escape also offers a cafe and nearby historical attractions. Or dine without venturing beyond Dom Hotel Am Römerbrunnen . A spa and hypo-allergenic bedding are a couple of other conveniences available here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Cologne have WiFi?

You bet! Dom Hotel Am Römerbrunnen and Hotel Königshof The Arthouse are a couple of our 3-star hotels in Cologne with WiFi. Book one of these stays to easily access weather updates, travel news and tourist information. Remember, this useful amenity may be complimentary or require an additional payment.

What 3-star hotels in Cologne have parking?

A couple of our favourites are Dom Hotel Am Römerbrunnen and Cerano City Hotel Köln am Dom . Both these 3-star stays in Cologne come with parking, making it easy for you to get behind the wheel and explore. Up for some sightseeing away from the city? Get behind the wheel and explore. Nuerburgring and Signal Iduna Park are two leading day trip destinations from the centre of Cologne.

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"We had a nice stay! Very practical for us, because Hotel Fortune was near to Die Kantine, where we visited a concert. "

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"Staff were so helpful when we were late for check in. Rooms were gorgeous!"

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Travellers in search of a pleasant and affordable Cologne property often choose Hotel Königshof The Arthouse. This 3-star hotel, around 0.32 kilometres east of the centre, offers a cafe and free WiFi. Want another idea? Situated 0.32 kilometres northwest of downtown and including hypo-allergenic bedding and a spa, Dom Hotel Am Römerbrunnen is another preferred choice among guests.

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