In the heart of Cologne, Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and refreshing drinks at the bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, grab a newspaper or coffee in the lobby, and enjoy express check-in for added convenience.
When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cologne Trade Fair Grounds and LANXESS Arena. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. This eco-certified hotel is also within a short drive of Cologne Cathedral and Chocolate Museum. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Muelheim Berliner Strasse U-Bahn is 9 minutes and Von-Sparr Strasse U-Bahn is 10 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
107 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 15.00 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2002
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 49.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 16 per pet, per day
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 15.00 per day
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Cologne Muelheim
Holiday Inn Express Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Cologne Muelheim
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim Hotel Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Koln-Mulheim Hotel Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Cologne Muelheim Hotel
mülheim Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Mulheim
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 16 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 15.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Cologne Zoo (2.1 mi) and Claudius Therme (2.4 mi), along with Cologne Cable Car (2.6 mi) and Cologne Trade Fair Grounds (2.6 mi).
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG is a short 9-minute walk from Muelheim Berliner Strasse U-Bahn and 15 minutes' walk from Palladium.
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Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was excellent with a good spread and delicious options, including pancakes. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
É bom, foi uma hospedagem de per percurso, recomendo
Fábio
Fábio, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Nice stay!
Very nice stopover, would have been nice to spend a little more time exploring.
Gustaf
Gustaf, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2025
Sauber,freundlich und das Essen war sehr lecker.
Amalia
Amalia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2025
Schneller Checkin und nettes, recht modernes Zimmer.
Frühstück sehr reichhaltig und vielfältig.
Durch die Lage nah an der Autobahn, gute Anbindung.
Lena
Lena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2024
It was nice place to stay friendly staff.
saban
saban, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
The breakfast was great.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 27, 2025
Insgesamt waren wir sehr zufrieden und würden wieder kommen.
Hümeyra
Hümeyra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Die Lage
Chike
Chike, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 14, 2025
Würden dort jederzeit wieder einchecken. Personal freundlich, Zimmer sauber, Betten gemütlich
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Bin total zufrieden gewesen. Ruhige lage gut erreichbar. Nettes Personal. Werden dies auch in der Zukunft buchen.
Seehr zz empfehlen.
Anita
Anita, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2024
Alles super, gerne wieder
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 4, 2025
An okay hotel
Little tricky to use the Google map to get the location. It is right next to a 24-hour McDonald which is nice since I checked in pretty late, i was able to get dinner. At check-in, no information was provided about breakfast. The elevator was broken and we had to carry our luggage upstairs. I saw a person with disabilities struggling to climb the stairs.
THAYAPARAN
THAYAPARAN, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
很好的酒店,距离勒沃库森很近开车20分钟就能到。每日早餐不错,门口有收费停车位很充裕
Chenxiong
Chenxiong, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
Wir waren mit allem sehr zufrieden
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 17, 2023
Nice stay
Nice and clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast
Perfect for our Quick pit stop on our trip.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2025
Nice staff
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
Waren sehr zufrieden, gerne wieder
Klaus
Klaus, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2024
Nice stay
Staff great hotel clean and tidy
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 13, 2025
would not stay there again
poor service by reception staff and house keeping
the lift wasn't working and at my age to climb 5 floor was not easy as i suffer from Asma
also the house keeping dint clean the coffee cups and dint leave fresh milk and coffee
when i complained to the reception they brought it up with no apology
reception was hardly covered so we could get any details on the lift
breakfast was poor with orange watered down
overall poor
Bhupendra
Bhupendra, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 31, 2025
Roligt og hyggeligt hotel
Fint og rummeligt værelse til 4 personer. Vi sov alle fint i både den almindelige seng og i sovesofaen.
Lyde udefra var meget tydelige trods lukkede døre og vinduer. Heldigvis var det en rolig gade.
Den daglige rengøring går lidt stærkt. Vi fik ikke skiftet brugte glas og lagenerne måtte vi selv lægge på igen efter at have sovet.
Louise
Louise, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2025
Just routine. Nice, clean, friendly people.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2024
As you would expect from hiex.
Within easy walk of tram to town, and the Messe, typical hiex, clean ., decent breakfast, all good.
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Sehr nette Mitarbeiter
Sune
Sune, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Very nice
Francia
Francia, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 21, 2024
Hotel and staff where great, Plenty of choice for breakfast which was included in our stay for free. If you're coming for the Christmas Markets be aware hotel is a 20min cab ride from them and city centre.