Name: Domstern
Address: Domstraße 26, 26, Cologne, 50568, DE

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

Dipayan

Very convenient location (only a couple of minutes of walking from the central station). Excellent breakfast! Very friendly staff.

Self

4/10

Poor

20 May 2026

Ralf

First the positive about this apartment building converted into a hotel: excellent, central location, nice decor, and great breakfast buffet.
Unfortunately, three key elements that make for a standard hotel room were missing: Wi-Fi signal didn’t go beyond one bar and mostly didn’t connect at all; wall mounted television was unplugged with the power outlet 2 meters up the wall with no way to reach it; the shower, even after letting it run for five minutes plus did not provide anything beyond tepid temperature. The room was extremely warm despite the two wall heaters being turned off.
I really wanted to like this place more, but unfortunately can’t give it more than two stars.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Lee

Very good Breakfast, pleasant and welcoming staff here. Hotel located in a quiet street only a few minutes from main train station, River and old town bars and restaurants about a 10 minute walk.
Would definitely recommend staying at this Hotel.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2026

Julia

Kind and friendly staff, spotlessly clean room.

Self

8/10

Excellent

01 Feb 2026

Miriam

The receptionist was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean but fairly small. Unfortunately all I could heal all night was the footsteps of the guests in the room above me, which sounded a bit like they were part of the Riverdance crew.

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jul 2025

Stephen

Hot night in Koln

It was very hot during our stay in Koln - over 38C. There was no air-conditioning and no lift. so getting up the stairs to the unit was a challenge. There was a fan which operated all night and the window was wide open - noise was less of a problem than heat.
The hotel was well located near the Central Station, which was important as we were travelling by train. The station also provided access to some shopping for drinks etc. The main shopping centre was within walking distance.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jun 2025

Liwah

It’s just 250m from the main station, meaning you hear trains all night long. If you are a light sleeper, don’t book this one.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2025

Verified traveler

Only got myself a small room, but it was very well situated near the main train station. There are some great restaurants nearby and it's a brief stroll to the cathedral. Breakfast was a treat, classic german-style buffet with eggs cooked to order.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2025

Dennis

Great service

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2025

Colton

Small room but very nice and extremely helpful and accommodating staff.

8/10

Excellent

16 May 2025

Ailis

Nicely presented accommodation. Good breakfast and effificent and friendly staff. Good location. 5 mins by foot from main station. Quiet street. Old property and not sound proof inside so there is noise coming from floorboards etc.
I wasn't aware I needed to check in at a different property. It may have been in an email from the accommodation but any correspondance I received was in German which I don't understand.
Checking in meant keying in a 10 digit code to a door pad which is fine but there was no light in the hall and I couldn't see the door key pad. The number was too long for me to remember and light with my phone's torch. This was very frustrating as the check in process became very drawn out.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2025

Donna

We liked the convenience to the Cathedral and the train station! Everyone was very friendly and helpful! The breakfast was delicious!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2024

Jennifer

Location is excellent. Within a very short walk to the station and all the sights. Spacious room with private bathroom and kitchenette. Downside is there is no lift in the building. We would however stay there again.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2024

R C

Little take away breakfast was very much appreciated. Thank you.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2024

John

I love staying at this location! The staff was fantastic and the breakfasts were wonderful! The room was cosine clean and the bathroom was great although I wish the showerhead was a little higher quality. Overall, I thought it was a great experience and I would stay here again.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2023

Jared

The hotel is in a great location, block and a half from the central train station (Hauptbonhof), and the Cathedral. We had a studio apartment. The staff was incredible. The breakfast was fantastic, with outstanding and I mean outstanding, service. The desk staff were very helpful in giving directions and printing tickets to events that we purchased online. We would stay there again without question.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Oct 2023

Todd

Good option in a perfect location

The hotel was in a perfect location, just a few minute walk from the Dom. Simple, but very clean with good beds.

Staff should be specially mentioned (reception, breakfast room) as it was superb, very helpful and delivered the best service ever!

Very good breakfast: layout, choice, very good coffee. Can not fault it in any way.

To be mentioned, that the reception and the breakfast room is in a sister hotel on the same road (1min walk). The check-in late at night can be that bit trickier (reception closed) and you will need to walk down the road for the breakfast.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2023

Elisabeth

Clean, comfortable and quiet

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2023

Jay

Nicely decorated room in a practical location. Beware, some rooms are in a wing without lift!

Self

8/10

Excellent

12 Apr 2023

Verified traveler

I would recommend this hotel.

The room was spotless and extremely comfortable.
It was decorated beautifully with floral wallpaper, and soft furnishings to match.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

02 Oct 2022

Philip

Staff friendly and professional. Great breakfasts. Location good for centre of Cologne (although walking through train station at night not particularly pleasant). Annex room dark, tv not working properly (stuck on one channel), toilet continued to flush all night. We asked ot be moved to main part of hotel which was much nicer.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2022

Nadia

Clean place and efficient staff

Self

6/10

Pleasant

17 Nov 2021

alex

small but central

I had to check in at a different location to where I was staying. Breakfast was also in that location so I had to put a coat on and walk to breakfast down the road every morning. Breakfast needs to have more hot food - not small crudites ans sweets. I was hungry and had to eat again after breakfast elsewhere. Room was very small. no wardrobe. Radiator kept making squeaking noises. Duvet was too thin. Pillow was square so I bought my own luckily. No bar in hotel. main good points were proximity to hbf. would probably stay somewhere else next time with bigger room and restaurant in same building as my room.

Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Nov 2021

Wai

Not bad

The hotel is in a good location close to central train station. The room is plenty of space and clean.

8/10

Excellent

04 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

Very friendly staff, excellent location and super clean and spacious room and bathroom.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Absolutely wonderful location! So close to everything! Clean, staff was friendly enough, and the bed was pretty comfortable. Not bad at all for the price!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2019

T&B

The staff were attentive and very helpful. The breakfast was one of the best I’ve ever had. The beds and rooms were comfortable. The location is superb- very close to the train station and easy walking to the river and main city areas. It was quiet. Would stay again.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

10 Nov 2019

Dr.O.

it feels more of a hostel. Check in staff was excellent. Room was the smallest i had ever stayed in. Doors close loudly and room was very tiny making it difficult to move around the room. Excellent breakfast though. Lots of choices and excellent staff member at the breakfast.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

12 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Close to the train station. Nice and friendly staff.
Rooms are very small

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Good wifi connection and breakfast included.
No A/C

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jul 2019

dunc

A lack of tea/coffee making in the room and no air con. Also the hotel has no lounge/bar.

This is a good hotel for an overnight stay or for those planning to be out of the room all day as it was not possible to sit and relax anywhere.

Very pleasant staff and a good selection at breakfast are positives.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2019

Claudio

Nice small hotel in the heart of Cologne

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 May 2019

Verified traveler

Very nice room but the picture is deceiving. It is much smaller than it looks. It is within easy walking distance to the central train station.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2019

Verified traveler

Fantastic breakfast, great price, nice room and location.

Business Friends

4/10

Poor

18 May 2019

Verified traveler

Too expensive for what you get!

The location was good and the room was clean but tiny. There was not even space for a wardrobe so I kept my dresses in my suitcase.
There were only a few tables for breakfast so all of them were taken and I had to have my breakfast at the reception on a spare table. Not worth the money I spent. I wouldn’t go back, way too expensive for what I got.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

The location of the hotel was good. Quiet neighborhood. Two blocks away from train station. Walking distance to a lot of attractions . The breakfast was superb, great variety, fresh and delicious.
The shower drain was clogged in my room. That would be my only complaint. I would highly recommend and/ or come back.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2018

Moira

Enjoyable visit

Welcomed on arrival and everything was clean and had a personal touch.Would go back again.

Partner

4/10

Poor

12 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

ich war nicht, wie eigentlich gebucht im Hotel Domstern untergebracht, sonder im \"schwesternhotel\" Hotel Domspitzen in der gleichen Straße.Hatte leider das Einzelzimmer hinter dem Frühstücksraum bekommen. Sehr dunkel, Eingangs sind die Lichtschalter weit rechts hinter der Badezimmertür. Dieses Zimmer machte den Eindruck eines ehemaligen Abstellraums. War nicht so einladend.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2018

Jeanne

A gem in a great location

This is a lovely small hotel in a beautiful old building quite close to the main train station. Very nice personnel, fantastic breakfast. Small room but beautiful high ceilings and huge windows.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

Perfect Cologne Hotel

Nice and quiet, clean, amazing staff, really good breakfast (made to order eggs!). Perfect location - 3 min walk to the train station. WiFi was reliable. Room is small, but great for Europe. I will be back!

8/10

Excellent

01 Oct 2018

Michael

Very good hotel, room fairly small but well equipped.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2018

B...RI

Everything is within walking distance from the hotel. Staff was very accommodating and friendly. Definitely will go back again.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2018

Peter

Perfect spot for us.

The hotel is easy walking distance to restaurants etc. breakfast was great, cooked omelette.Heaps of variety of food set out. Very polite staff.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2018

Jan

After a little drama, a great experience.

This review is actually for the Hotel Domspitzen, a sister of the Domstern. Our check-in at the Dormstern was chaotic due to a communication problem and we ended up down the street at the Domspitzen.

Our stay there was outstanding. The room was smallish but nicely appointed, with a spacious bathroom. Possibly because of the mix-up we were treated like royalty by everyone on the staff. The included breakfast was amazing, with (unbelievably) cooked to order eggs in addition to the usual German style buffet. The location was on a quiet street within easy walking distance of the central train station and the Cathedral. I would give the Hotel Domspitzen my highest recommendation if you are looking for a reasonably priced hotel in Cologne.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2018

Lisa

Hotel Domstern was such a wonderful find, we are so glad that we stayed here while in Cologne. The room was gorgeous, the location was perfect, and the breakfast was fantastic. We couldn't have asked for anything more!

8/10

Excellent

25 Mar 2018

Takito

Really close to everything you need

The hotel is strategically located near the train, shops, restaurants, tourist spots, etc. Location is fantastic for the price you pay. Make sure to check the Brauhaus a few blocks from the hotel (by the historical gates site).

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Quiet

Simple but very good breakfast. Go for the omelettes

10/10

Exceptional

19 Feb 2018

Nicholas

Great hotel close to train station

My room was clean, well-decorated, and the staff was very helpful. I enjoyed the home-like feel of the hotel, as it only had 16 rooms. The location of the hotel is a big upside - very close to the train station.

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2017

Bronwyn

Amazing breakfast

the door was locked when we arrived at 9:30pm so we had to walk to another hotel to check in and then let ourselves into the hotel and find our room. This would have been easier if I told the hotel of our late arrival and my German was better to understand the man at the other end of the buzzer. Room was small but more than adequate for a 12 hour stopover. The buffet breakfast was amazing and the service was great. The location is perfect for those arriving into the train station. Only other inconvience was that we had to pay 5€ city tax despite pre paying for the room.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Aug 2017

judy

very small but clean

This hotel looked like it had just been renovated. The rooms were very small but so neat. Beds good and location was fine, just wanted a little more room.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2017

Abdelelah

Nice hotel close to the centre

Nice place, close to the centre and train station. Staff are really nice and helpful.

4/10

Poor

30 Jun 2017

Verified traveler

Where not to stay

The hotel room assigned to us was small and no A/C. Also the hotel did not have one cube of ice. When I asked about checking other hotels in the area they upgraded us to one of two rooms that had A/C at no charge, it was a Wed and Thur.

8/10

Excellent

22 Apr 2017

Mary

Koln stay

Hotel Domstern was a great hotel to stay in. The staff couldn't be more helpful and the rooms were comfortable and clean. The breakfast was excellent and the hotel was close to the station and Koln cathedral. Would recommend this hotel.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2017

Maria

Traditional euro. hotel

A fine family run hotel very close to the Dom of Cologne and the many sites that surround it. Room was small but okay for one. Clean and quiet!! Wonderful breakfast, friendly staff.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Excellent location, spotless hotel. Breakfast was delicious. Thoroughly recommended.

4/10

Poor

19 Dec 2016

Nigel

Nice reception area but room depressing

Cologne was great but hotel a bit dull no wardrobe, no safe, no tea making facilities, very dull room, staff very helpful - and hotel very central

8/10

Excellent

03 Aug 2016

Veysi

Breakfast Only.

Nice and rich breakfast and in center is Only.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2015

mark

Winter Markets visit

We visited cologne to see the winter markets, hotel was nicely placed closed to the center, for us to walk the entire time there.Staff were very friendly and the breakfast was great.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2015

Verified traveler

Great location & friendly service

We were only in Cologne for 2 days for the Christmas markets. This hotel fitted the bill perfectly as it was very close to the station and the cost of the room was very reasonable bearing in mind it included breakfast. Staff were very friendly and welcoming throughout our stay. The room was a good size and was clean and comfortable. In the morning, as well as the cold buffet breakfast we were offered scrambled or boiled eggs. Overall, we were very happy with our brief stay.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2015

Verified traveler

Close to train station

Arrived midnight at train station and still a lot of people. Had to ask where hotel is. Room small but clean. Shower was clogged. Bfast was very good .

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2015

Sylwia G.

Very good hotel

Stayed in room 400. Room was very big and spacious. Bed comfortable, bathroom massive with bath and separate shower. Room was clean and tidy. Wifi worked perfectly ok. Breakfast was really good- huge selection, freshly cooked. Staff very helpful- had a problem with hairdryer in the room but replacement was promptly brought to our room. Only 3 minutes from central station and 5 minutes from Cologne dom. Highly recommended.

8/10

Excellent

29 Sep 2015

Robert

3 night stay

Hotel Domstern is a very nice smaller hotel within walking distance of the train station, the Cathedral and the Rhein river. The people are very nice and the condition of the facilities are above average. Excellent breakfast. I recommend it if you want to go to Cologne.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2015

Christina

Amazing hotel & excellent location

Stayed for 3 nights to visit our son & look around Cologne. This hotel is in a great location - only a 5 min walk to the main station and near the Dom & museums/galleries. Also took a bus to Astranaut Cente & a boat trip down the Rhine. Buffet style breakfast included in price gave lots of choice & good start to the day. Staff friendly & very helpful. Overall excellent value.

8/10

Excellent

09 Jul 2015

Verified traveler

The room was basic, but clean and comfortable. The front desk gentleman was very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was exceptional! The location was very handy to the train station and the cathedral.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2015

Hsin-Hsien

Warm and Comfortable

We felt warm and comfortable with the stay in Hotel Domstern/Hotel Domspitzen. The room is not so big but it's very clean and the decorations are pretty. All the receptionists are very kind and humorous. :) Just five-minute walking to Köln Hbf and Köln Dom.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2015

Dr N B

The hotel shows its age in the bathrooms and the facilities available, but the staff turn this little guesthouse into a warm and friendly experience, being incredibly helpful with everything and never too busy for a friendly word.

6/10

Pleasant

31 May 2015

Patricia

Experience at the Domstern Hotel

This was a pleasant bed and breakfast type accommodation which was fairly comfortable. I felt uneasy that there was no one on site overnight and had to get in through a locked door. I understand that there was a sister hotel opposite with overnight staff. The staff were very friendly when on duty and the breakfast was excellent continental one with a large choice of cold meats, cheese, fruit and yoghurts etc. The accommodation was near the main train station and the river. Be careful which direction you walk as you could end up in unsavoury area which was a bit scary.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2015

HappyB

Only 5mins to Koln Hbf and 10mins to Cathedral.

Apparently, most people only spend a couple of days in Cologne, but there are lots of places worth visiting if you spend a little longer. The Botanical Gardens were wonderful, and you can then get on the cable car across the Rhine and walk along the opposite side of the Rhine for your return walk through the Rheinpark. Also, a trip up the LVR Tower gives one a superb view over the whole of Cologne. The Stadtmuseum was well worth a visit, with most information giving details in German and English.

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2015

Samai

SERVICE is important in all aspect of all hotels

the service of the this hotel especially the front desks staff is really great I could have given them 5 for the rating nonetheless it might be too over killed.

8/10

Excellent

10 May 2015

Stephen

Quick visit to see the cathedral

Broke journey between Amsterdam and Munich to see the cathedral. Hotel is very close to the station, old city and cathedral. Room didn't appear to be air conditioned but in May wasn't a problem. Outside noise wasn't an issue because of the double glazing. Some internal noise but wasnt an issue. Room was modernised, clean and as you would expect. Included breakfast was goodsnd staff were terrific. Happy to stay again.

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2015

Felipe

Nice Hotel

The best breakfast in Koln

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2015

Verified traveler

Good hotel, be aware of reception arrangements

We stayed two nights in this quiet comfortable hotel, excellent breakfast and close to the rail station and cathedral [which you reach through the station]. Take note: reception may be unmanned when you arrive. If no reply to entryphone go to the Hotel Domspitz, about 50 metres back to the station on the other side of the road. This is the sister hotel. In our case the entryphone was broken so not everyone will need this specialist knowledge!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2015

Verified traveler

Central location

This was a short break for a couple of nights. The Hotel is within ten minutes walk from central train station. The hotel staff were very welcoming and helpful nothing seemed to be too much bother for them. The room although small was very clean and adequate for the period of our stay. We had a lovely choice of continental breakfast just what we needed after our morning run. Thanks for those people who have previously stayed and posted their reviews, I may not have even considered it and would have missed out! Great little find.

4/10

Poor

22 Apr 2015

Verified traveler

A big disappointment

The best thing about this hotel is a nice breakfast, but you pay for it as the hotel is very overpriced in my opinion. We paid quite a lot inc. breakfast for a tiny attic room with no view and overlooking a roof with fans going all day/night. The welcome was efficient but not warm. The place is cheaply equipped and the bed was the worst I have ever encountered, bar on, in France. the mattress cover was badly stained and the matress saggy. Not good value for money.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Mar 2015

Julia

Nice hotel, friendly staff and great breakfast

This hotel is clean and comfortable, if not extravagant. The staff is friendly and extremely helpful, and the breakfast is quite delicious. The location is great. I'd stay there again in a heartbeat.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2015

Vera

little jewel opposite of railway station

I really liked this small family hotel. The room was small but very cosy, soft bed, small soft cushions instead of rubbery things found often in big hotels. The breakfast was excellent and service great. The price was very reaonable. I am going to be back for sure!

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2014

A

Charming hotel

Close to station, but not close enough that you can hear it. We had a room at the top of the hotel which had views of the Catherdral. Very friendly, helpful service. Room was nice and clean.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2014

Graham

Great little hotel

We think that one of the most important ingredients for a hotel is friendly and helpful staff. This hotel has the most friendly and helpful team of people working for it that you could find anywhere. We would like to give particularly high praise to Stefan and Christian who could not have done more for us. My wife and a friend who we were travelling with had birthdays on the same day while we at the Hotel Domstern. Both Christian and Stefan went out of there way to make the day very special, we really appreciated the care and attention that they gave to us ensuring that our stay was very memorable. The rooms were warm and comfortable and the bathroom had all the facilities that we required. We had room 104 which was a front of hotel , 1st floor room. The area is quiet , partly residential and partly offices and there was never any noise disturbance during our stay. The breakfast was wonderful, with a vary large and varied cold selection, plus the offer of eggs cooked for you to your requirements.
The hotel is approximately five minutes walk to the main train station and Cathedral. Nearby to the hotel are several small restaurants which we visited. Parking was in a secure garage opposite to the hotel and was a very reasonable price for a city centre hotel.
We highly recommend this hotel, it completely deserves it's high trip advisor rating for so many reasons , but to us it wins because of it's excellent staff.

Partner

2/10

Poor

14 Dec 2014

jane

Booked this hotel - ended up in another Hotel!

We did our research and this hotel was no. 1 so we booked it weeks before our trip. we were called on the phone by the hotel and asked if we would accept being moved to Domspritz hotel instead. The rating for that hotel was no. 41 so we confirmed no we wanted to book the hotel we had chosen. We were told we were booked in at Domstern.
We arrived at Domstern and were told we had a room down the road in Domspritz hotel. I said that we had been offered other hotel but that I had confirmed the booking there. The receptionist told us there was no room for us as they were full with a big party. Fellow Travellers should beware! We were not the first to be bumped according to other reviews.
Will be giving Domspritz a review as a result of all this. Not impressed at all.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Dec 2014

Noelle

Xmas markets trip

Very central nice clean hotel, lovely stay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Dec 2014

Carol

Christmas Markets

My partner and I spent 4 days in Cologne and throughly enjoyed the break. The Hotel was very handy to everywhere and the staff in the Hotel were very friendly and helpful. The room was fine apart from the bathroom was very small, but for all the time you spend in your room it was fine. The breakfast was lovely plenty of choice.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Dec 2014

Rachel

Excellent choice for Christmas Markets

Booked to stay here based on Tripadvisor and we were not disappointed. We wanted a hotel close to the station and Christmas markets but without noise, and that is exactly what we got. We had cake in the room on arrival which was a nice touch. The breakfast selection was perfect for us. My only improvement point would be tea and coffee making facilities in the room.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Dec 2014

David

Great small hotel

Great location . 5minute walk from cathedral and 3 minutes from rear of rail station.
We had a very large room (400) which had a large bed and a very large bathroom. The carpets in our room were a bit stained and could do with replacing. Like a lot of hotelsI in mainland Europe there were no tea/coffee making facilities in the room. Wifi was good and was free. Breakfast was buffet style and a cooked breakfast was available if required. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. I will stay again the next time I visit Colonge

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Dec 2014

Grewie

Perfect location

Stayed 3 night to enjoy the Christmas markets, arrived on early flight so intended to go to the hotel to drop our bag off. reception changed our room to an available one so we could not only drop our bag off but un pack and enjoy the rest of the day. Perfect location close to Hauptbanhof, friendly staff, clean and tidy. Room functional, my fault for not checking but could do with tea/coffee making facilities.
Would thoroughly recommend this hotel if all you want is sleep and brerakfast. If you do intend to spend time in the room then this place is not for you.

4/10

Poor

03 Dec 2014

Mark

SO VERY DISSAPOINTING

The hotel is spotless, in a good location and with a good breakfast. What lets it down is the fact that you can hear the road, hear the guests above and to the side of you and would you believe the people in the room in the hotel next door! I kid you not. The shower in 104 kept going hot and cold. The beds I think are foam and very uncomfortable, are not a double but two singles, with a stupid pillow and a small duvet. Such a shame. Hated the place!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2014

Verified traveler

Great location, nice breakfast, friendly staff

It is close to the main train station which made this a perfect stop. Breakfast was included and was quite nice. Would stay at this hotel again.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2014

Stephen

Great little hotel in a quiet but very central loc

Great little hotel in a really good location (though quite hard to find on first arrival), just 5 mins walk from the main train station and cathedral. Room was small but comfortable & immaculate & shower room was also spotless & well equipped. Staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfast really good. The street is really quiet at night despit it's central location. Honestly can't fault it for the price and would very happily stay there again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Nov 2014

Vero

Nice hotel close to the centre and train station

The staff were very friendly and helpful, giving us a map and directions to where we wanted to visit. It was an extremely welcoming hotel with lots of nice touches. The breakfast was excellent. The room was a bit cramped but comfortable enough, although the bed was two single beds pushed together.

4/10

Poor

14 Nov 2014

traveler

Not the hotel your expecting

This was my most dismal stay this year....

The service was poor.
The amenities were poor.
The room was tiny.

The breakfast was ok.
The location is good.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2014

Verified traveler

Great stay

Exactly as described. Very friendly staff. Great breakfast spread.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2014

Verified traveler

Very nice hotel near the train station and cathedral. Nice room. Best breakfast spread I have encountered with high quality ingredients. Friendly and considerate owners. I had to catch an early train and planned to leave before breakfast hours. One owner directed me to their sister hotel down the street which starts serving breakfast earlier, so that I could eat before I left.

8/10

Excellent

23 Sep 2014

Chao

So far the best hotel I ever stayed in Cologne

Everything is even much better than my expectations! Highly recommended!

8/10

Excellent

14 Sep 2014

Kevin

Friendly little hotel

The staff were excellent and the hotel was spottlessly clean and tidy. The room was small but for a shirt stay for one person perfectly addiquate. If there is any critism it's that the furnishings and shower could be updated and new TV installed. In this day and age an old small TV perched on the wardrobe just doesn't cut the mustard. Something easy to rectify and would gain the hotel a higher rating. If you are visiting an exhibition by train then it's perfectly placed.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2014

maria

Very cosy and nice hotel close to the Train Statio

Good location, good breakfast, close to the river and the city. I would totally come back!

8/10

Excellent

15 Feb 2014

Verified traveler

Lovely - 5 min walk to station / cathedral

Simply well executed. Rooms are an adequate size, all that you need for a couple of nights. Service brilliant, breakfast lovely.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2014

PhilCheese

Great Breakfast

The hotel is a small town house type and has been renovated to high standards, but in a quite minimalist style. The room was quiet, and adequate in size, but the storage space would not really be adequate for long stays. The star attraction is the breakfast, which as well as all the stuff you expect has extra dainties such as prawns in mayonnaise and chocolate pudding. Service is excellent, but the hotel is unstaffed for part of the day. There is a lift.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2013

Sue

Nice quiet hotel close to the sights of Cologne

A 5 minute walk from the main railway station in Cologne and the Cathedral, this was a comfortable and clean hotel in an attractive building. The street outside was quiet with no passing traffic. Breakfast was buffet-style, with a good selection of dishes - fruit, cereals, freshly cooked omelettes, cold meats and so on. The friendly staff (who spoke good English) were very helpful. The bedroom and bathroom were both very clean and the bed was comfortable, but the tv was positioned on top of a very high wardrobe (however as we were out for most of the day and evening, this did not really matter). We would definitely stay there again.

8/10

Excellent

14 Dec 2013

Kassy

Fab!

Great hotel, with fab food & service

Family

2/10

Poor

13 Dec 2013

Steve

Don't bother

Based on excellent reviews I booked my wife and I into this hotel 3 months in advance of our trip to Cologne. On arrival we were told the hotel was over booked and we were sent to another hotel with a lower rating than the Domstern. There was plenty of time to inform us of this change which would have enabled us to make our own minds up on whether or not we accept this change. I like to research where I stay and therefore found this totally unacceptable. I remember reading a similar review which I unfortunately choose to ignore. If you like to stay where you book then I'd suggest you don't bother with the Hotel Domstern...just in case you end up elsewhere.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2013

Anna Farley

Christmas markets in cologne

We stayed overnight at hotel domstern whilst visiting the Xmas markets. It was very close to the station where we arrived and a few mins walk to the nearest market. The hotel was spotlessly clean and the staff were incredibly friendly. Breakfast was a delight and the location though very central was also lovely and quiet. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends and family.