In the heart of Cologne, Motel One Köln - Waidmarkt welcomes you with shopping on site and a cozy bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, take advantage of multilingual staff for tour assistance, and unwind knowing there's luggage storage available.
Düsseldorf (MGL-Düsseldorf - Mönchengladbach) - 39 min drive
Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 51 min drive
Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 21 min walk
Köln Dom/Central Station (tief) - 22 min walk
Cologne Central Station - 22 min walk
Severinstrasse U-Bahn - 4 min walk
Heumarkt U-Bahn - 13 min walk
Ulrepforte U-Bahn - 13 min walk
Restaurants
Kaffeeprinzen Rösterei - 11 min walk
11 Burgers - 7 min walk
Lai Thai 2 - 8 min walk
Downtowner - 5 min walk
Thai-Imbiss - 6 min walk
About this property
Motel One Köln-Altstadt
Motel One Köln-Altstadt puts you just a 5-minute drive from Cologne Cathedral and LANXESS Arena. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Also, this hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Cologne Trade Fair Grounds. Public transportation is just a short walk: Severinstrasse U-Bahn is 4 minutes and Heumarkt U-Bahn is 13 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
369 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Covered onsite self parking (EUR 25.00 per day)
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
What to do
Shopping
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 17.90 to 17.90 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Covered self parking costs EUR 25.00 per day
Parking height restrictions apply
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Motel One Köln-Waidmarkt
Motel One Köln-Waidmarkt Cologne
Motel One Köln-Waidmarkt Hotel
Motel One Köln-Waidmarkt Hotel Cologne
Motel One Köln Waidmarkt
Motel One Köln Waidmarkt
One Koln Waidmarkt Cologne
Motel One Köln - Waidmarkt Hotel
Motel One Köln - Waidmarkt Cologne
Motel One Köln - Waidmarkt Hotel Cologne
Frequently asked questions
Does Motel One Köln-Altstadt offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Motel One Köln-Altstadt 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 Motel One Köln-Altstadt?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Motel One Köln-Altstadt?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 25.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel One Köln-Altstadt?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What's the area around Motel One Köln-Altstadt like?
Motel One Köln-Altstadt is in Innenstadt, a short 4-minute walk from Severinstrasse U-Bahn and 12 minutes' walk from Chocolate Museum.
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Reviews
Motel One Köln-Altstadt Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
9.0
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was plentiful and of high quality. (4 reviews)
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Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 14, 2026
very clean
great breakfast
Gursharon
Gursharon, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2025
Great location and amenities
K
K, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 4, 2025
Bar area, ease of check in, cleanliness and modern feel
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2025
The room was amazing , such a nice comfortable king size bed after a busy day walking around the Christmas markets, the hotel was amazing with nice breakfast , amazing bar and so many friendly people in the hotel to talk to , really wonderful experience
Kieon
Kieon, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Would happily stay there again
Very clean hotel, pleasant room, nice lounge, staff were great. Would happily stay there again.
Ivana
Ivana, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2025
Very good location to access the Christmas Markets. Superb self-parking garage beneath the hotel. Welcoming lounge adjacent to the hotel’s bar. Lovely shower / bathroom; large king-size bed.
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
Very good property, lovely staff, very close to everything as well.
Samuel
Samuel, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Reception excellent, rooms very clean and well equipped, quiet peaceful hotel, staff attentive and Thomas a master barman
man
man, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
We had 3 rooms which were all very clean and adequate. Breakfast was plentiful and of high quality. Hotel is in a very good position, just off the very centre but walking distance to train station, cathedral and pedestrian area. We had booked interconnecting rooms but they were not available as we arrived late in the evening.
Aloysio ka Louis
Aloysio ka Louis, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2025
Mote One Köln Waidmarkt
The hotel was excellent..... Very friendly staff and the room very clean. The location was great also, within walking distance of many restaurants.
James
James, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 3, 2025
Lovely clean room. Staff very friendly. Bar always busy downstairs so must be good! Only issue we had was that the room was way too hot. The air conditioning didn’t work so we had to sleep with the window open and the main road is way too noisy
Joanne
Joanne, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Excellent stay
Excellent stay at Motel One Waidmarkt. Was able to check in as soon as we arrived, room was clean and towels were in good condition. Reception area/ bar modern and clean. Short walk away from the main centre which was fine for where we needed to be.
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1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2024
Good 4 star hotel
Lovely clean hotel - 15 min walk to the centre - staff very good - breakfast and drinks expensive - would stay again
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
It was OK. Apparently, this is one of the cheapest places in the area. Rooms are small but comfortable. Breakfast is OK. The location is good, I think it’s 10 or 15 minutes to all the main attractions. The parking situation is pretty good. Also, you just park in the basement and there’s a door leading right to the hotel.
Vito
Vito, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Everything was awesome, clean and extremely silent
Mert
Mert, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jan 25, 2026
Very impersonal and basic. Room had bare minimum in, like a student room, no toileteries other than pump dispense shower gel and no coathangers at all. Bleak. Breakfast was sparse and boring after day 1 - tiny selection of cold meat and cheeses, no crudites though fresh fruit salad was good. Huge queue one morning so we just went out to get something and did so the following days just because it was so much better, lively bar, which was the saving grace.. Good location to access the city.
Caroline
Caroline, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 17, 2023
My friends and I very much enjoyed staying one night in this hotel. It’s got some nice decorations and design. Rooms are modern and up to date. Comfortable bedding. A bit disappointed in the breakfast buffet (15,90€ per person) selection and seating area… wouldn’t recommend it. Lounge area for evening drink is nice!
Andy
Andy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2024
Friendly staff on arrival. Quick check-in process. Easy to find our room. Room was clean and modern. Quiet, no interruptions in the night. Tea/coffee making facilities would have made the room perfect! We had to get drinks in the bar area. Bar area also had friendly staff. The whole hotel had a nice ambience and was clean. Perfect for a mother/daughter weekend away.
Samantha
Samantha, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2024
It was a nice if a small room, however it seemed like the air conditioner wasn't working properly, had to keep the window open 24/7 in January.
MAXIM
MAXIM, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2025
Hotel is beautiful and had a lovely atmosphere
Emma
Emma, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Lovely stay
Dale
Dale, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2026
Air conditioning was poor
no air conditioning in the bathroom
the rooms were very dry in the morning
other than that everything was fine
Esra
Esra, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 3, 2026
Rent rum
Anders
Anders, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 17, 2025
Very Friendly and nice staff
Elie
Elie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2026
I stayed at this hotel in Cologne and overall had a very good experience. The room was relatively small, but it was clean and well maintained. The staff were extremely friendly and very helpful with anything I needed, which made the stay much more comfortable.
The only thing I would have preferred is a small fridge in the room, as it would have been really convenient.