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Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Excelsior Ernst Hotel

City Hotel

Trip Advisor Rating 4.6
Outstanding 4.6

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom, a distinguished five-star retreat and member of Leading Hotels of the World, enchants with its timeless elegance, family-run since 1863, nestled directly opposite Cologne Cathedral.

The 126 spacious rooms and suites exude refined sophistication, featuring air-conditioned comfort, international satellite TVs, free minibars, and luxurious marble bathrooms with premium toiletries. Many offer serene views of the historic surroundings, creating inviting havens. The complimentary gym and two saunas, open from 07:00 to 22:00 daily, invite energizing workouts and tranquil relaxation, while the attentive staff ensures seamless service.

Dining at taku restaurant celebrates exotic Asian cuisine with a Michelin star, crafted from fresh ingredients, while Hanse Stube offers innovative French dishes in an elegant setting. The Charles Bar serves tea and coffee specialties, homemade pastries, cocktails, and features a cigar lounge, perfect for lingering in a refined ambiance. A daily breakfast, brimming with local flavours, elevates mornings. The concierge curates bespoke outings, immersing guests in Cologne's cultural charm.

Just a 2-minute walk from Cologne Main Station, steps from the city's historic heart, and 15 kilometers from Cologne Bonn Airport, Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom offers seamless access to the region's cultural treasures.

Available Board

Breakfast · Room Only

Rooms & Suites

General Facilities

Activities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Live Music/Performance
  • Cooking Class
  • Tour Or Class About Local Culture
  • Bike Tours
  • Walking Tours
  • Movie Nights
  • Pub Crawls
  • Temporary Art Galleries
  • Cycling

Wellness

  • Fitness/Spa Locker Rooms
  • Personal Trainer
  • Fitness
  • Spa Lounge/Relaxation Area
  • Steam Room
  • Hammam
  • Massage
  • Spa And Wellness Centre
  • Fitness Centre
  • Sauna

General

  • Invoice Provided
  • Lockers
  • Private Check-in/Check-out
  • Concierge Service
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tour Desk
  • Currency Exchange
  • Express Check-in/Check-out
  • 24-hour Front Desk
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Trouser Press
  • Ironing Service
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Laundry
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business Centre
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Reviews

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1 rating
December 2025

It was like trying to sleep above a beer garden. Below our room in a gathering room, live music is still playing and it’s 12:50 in the morning. I thought I was supposed to be staying at the nicest...

5 rating
December 2025

My family of three returned to this hotel for a one night stay. We wanted to hit the Christmas markets and do some shopping after a trip to Portugal before our flight home out of FRA. I booked a...

3 rating
November 2025

Unfortunately , my dinner in the restaurant Hanse Stube was not nice. I am used to a top service in this restaurant but that is not longer the case.Not what you expect from a five star hotel.

5 rating
November 2025

meaning a traditional five-star with the genuine, rather than created, charme of times past - yet suitably updated. I stay here sometimes when in Cologne (it's not cheap but the premium is justified...

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Average Weather

Ave Daily Temp °C
Ave Monthly Rain mm

Jan
7
72
Feb
9
72
Mar
12
59
Apr
16
42
May
20
55
Jun
24
69
Jul
25
74
Aug
25
82
Sep
21
57
Oct
16
61
Nov
11
65
Dec
8
80

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