Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Meeting facility
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Tiefentalstrasse 72, Cologne, 51063
  • Place, Palladium
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of St. Johann Baptist
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cologne Cathedral
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (With Sofa Bed)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cologne

Located in Mülheim, Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Cologne Zoo and Claudius Therme. This 107-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Palladium - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Church of St. Johann Baptist - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • LANXESS Arena - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Cologne Cathedral - 12 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cologne-Mülheim Station - 4 min drive
  • Muelheim Berliner Strasse U-Bahn - 9 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mevlana Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Büyük Harran Doy Doy - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Asmali Konak - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪PURiNO - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-in. Self parking is offered for EUR 15.00 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, phones, and desks.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2002
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 16 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 49.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 15.00 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 16 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 49.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG on Jul 15, 2026 start from $89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Mülheim within a short 15-minute walk of Palladium and also 10 minutes on foot from Rhine. You'll also find Cologne Zoo and LANXESS Arena within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 15 per day. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG have a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillow menu as well as a bar/lounge and a free daily breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG for a fee of EUR 16 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG is Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN), which is 9.5 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), which is around 23.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 463 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excelente hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustaf

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

Nice stay!

Very nice stopover, would have been nice to spend a little more time exploring.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

saban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice place to stay friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine Infante

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out. Clean room. Friendly staff. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was fine. Loved the breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel, lots of parking space, good breakfast, clean en comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice stay

Nice and clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast Perfect for our Quick pit stop on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

Nice stay

Staff great hotel clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lovella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and staff are accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the best location for my one night trip to Leverkusen!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Chiraag Dinesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice rooms with everything you need. Has a good breakfast spread too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kirollos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Satisfied. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, breakfast is good, 10 minutes from station
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay at the holiday. A very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great Stay not far from the Centre

Had a great stay! Staff super nice ( and allowed us to check out late), Breakfast good, great location, quiet. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and small, but sufficient. Breakfast is excellent and has all the things that can help fuel you through the morning. Every US chain should take notes on how to serve a proper breakfast. This is the 3rd time I've stayed at this property and i wil do so again when in the Koln area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a little noisy, but pretty convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Kong Kuen Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything were fine during our stay
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David

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

Thumb up

Good location and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023