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a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof

Hotel with a bar, 9-minute walk to Cologne Cathedral

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 11.90 per person)
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Ursulaplatz 10, Cologne, 50668
  • Place, Cologne Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Musical Dome
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Cologne

Located in Old Town Cologne, a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Cologne Cathedral and Hohe Strasse. This 40-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Cologne Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Musical Dome - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • MediaPark - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Old Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hay Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn - 9 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Fellows - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Da Pasquale - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Snack Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Konrad Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof

Hotel with a bar, 9-minute walk to Cologne Cathedral
At a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-out. Self parking is offered for EUR 17 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with satellite channels. Hair dryers and desks are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (EUR 17 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 11.90 for adults and EUR 5.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 14
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 14
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 14 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 11.90 for adults and EUR 5.95 for children
  • Self parking fee: EUR 17 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 14 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 14 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 14 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Madison am Dom
Madison am Dom Cologne
Madison am Dom Hotel
Madison am Dom Hotel Cologne
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof?

A&o Köln Hauptbahnhof provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Cologne within a 10-minute walk of Cologne Cathedral, Musical Dome, and Hohe Strasse. You'll also find Cologne Philharmonic and Old Market less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 17 per night. Though parking is available on request, electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof have a casino?

No, a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Does a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof for a fee of EUR 14 per pet, per day.

Does a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof?

The closest major airport to a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof is Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN), which is 9.8 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), which is around 24.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof.

a&o Köln Hauptbahnhof Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 452 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 452 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 452 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 452 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 452 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tomoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is very friendly and the hotel is located in the close vicinity to the cathedral.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location Staff excellent and accommodation Train noise only issue depending on how heavy of a sleeper you are
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Feeling mislead and scammed.

Horrible experience with this hotel. Would give them 0 stars if I could. Asked if we could switch hotels (exact same hotel different part of the city) to be closer to the train station we were arriving at very late at night. They advised consideration would be given once we booked the other hotel and provided the confirmation number. We did this and hoped for a switch. The day after check out we got a message saying they would not honour the switch and we were on the hook for the bookings at both hotels. I found this very misleading and scheming on their part to get more $ out of us. Would never stay at this hotel again! Very disappointed in their conduct!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything we wanted to do and a8 minute walk to the train station
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money. Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kashyap

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the price they charge. Also, the popcorn machine is a scam for the amount they charge. Avoid it.

2/10 Terrible

Kyle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra and Oriah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hatem

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hatem

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briar, tulsa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was kind and helpful the area was nice and the train station was so close
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manoel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

gisselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for a short stay. The area is walkable and the staff kind and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just what was needed and a great location.

Didn’t realise I had booked a hostel but the private room was very good for the time I was staying in the Cologne. The staff were excellent and kind and extremely helpful especially with sorting a fan out in the middle of the night due to the heat. Location just a 5 minute walk from Central Station is also a positive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stopover

We visited as a quick stopover enroute by train from Sweden to the UK. The hotel was easy to find and a short walk from Cologne station. We arrived just after 11.30pm and were greeted and provided our room. The room was basic, but clean, warm and functional. Only downside was no lift as we had some heavy bags, but on balance a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Mariza

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good, but woud be better in cooler weather

Nice receptio, friendly staff. The weather was very hot, no air conditioning so I had to have the windows open. This let in a lot of noise from the small park and playground opposite and the boy racers squealing their tires and revving their engines until the early hours. Hardly the hotel's fault though. Breakfast was very good, self service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Louise

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property, although it calls itself a hotel, it's more like a hostle. It's more of what it doesn't have then what it does have. There is no AC, no phone, no washcloths, no hand towels, no fan, no elevator, one hanger. It felt way too minimalistic and definitely not worth the $200 a night that we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

yeonhee

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
At the time of reservation, there was no explanation that it was a hostel. Our room was for two people, but there was no elevator in the entire building, so I had to carry heavy bags up to the 3rd floor, and I felt a lot of pain because of my bad knees. The weather was 29 degrees and there was no air conditioning in the room. Only 2 towels. The bathroom smelled bad. I booked this place 2 months ago for $572 CAD for 2 nights. It's a ridiculous place for that price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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