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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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Friesenstrasse 33, Cologne, 50670
  • Place, Friesenplatz
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Neumarkt
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cologne Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪22 min drive‬
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Design Single Room (Andi Schubert & anonymer Maler)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Water Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Design Room (Extremely Popular)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Design Room (Very Popular)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Design Room (Popular)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cologne

Located in Old Town Cologne within a short walk of Cologne Cathedral, 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as LANXESS Arena. This 18-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like tablet computers, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Friesenplatz - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Neumarkt - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cologne Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old Market - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Musical Dome - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Friesenplatz U-Bahn - 5 min walk
  • Cologne West Station - 11 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Romeo Romeo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brauhaus Päffgen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wilma Wunder Köln - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪NENI Köln - ‬4 min walk

About this property

18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!

At 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Tablet computers, coffee makers, and free newspapers 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

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 27 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 22 per person

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping mall

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 22.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 27 per day(656 ft away; open 24 hours)

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

18Arts Hotel Cologne
18Arts Cologne
18Arts
18Arts Hotel
18arts Living In A Gallery
18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! Hotel
18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! Cologne
18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! Hotel Cologne

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!?

18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!?

As of Aug 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! on Aug 31, 2026 start from $97, 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 around 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Cologne, just steps from Römerturm, and within a 10-minute walk of Friesenplatz and Neumarkt. You'll also find Cologne Cathedral and LANXESS Arena within a short drive.

Is there parking available at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! include a casino?

No, 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like a rainfall showerhead, a city view in some guestrooms, as well as designer stores.

Does 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!.

Does 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!?

The closest major airport to 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! is Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN), which is 9.8 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), which is around 24.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! that offer a balcony.

18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 378 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff - super friendly and helpful with everything. Room felt like I was in the guest room of a friend’s house in terms of comfort while seeming like I was in someone’s painting as well. Location is great - centrally located for all of Cologne.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place! Each room is bespoke, designed by an artist. We were in the reading room and had a ball. Great location, easy walking distance to central station, Cologne Cathedral and Old town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gottfried

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Unique theme based rooms, friendly staff, clean, in the middle of the centre in walking distance to central station, but still quit even during the carnival Rosenmontag - great time and we can absolutely recommend it.
“Tatort”-series theme based room
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service is very friendly and the rooms are very cute.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

roger

Great hotel Staff very hospitable Will come back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A unique, delightful hotel. Room was very spacious, clean and well equipped. Loved all the small extras in the room. Didn't have breakfast, but very close to many restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for our one night stay. Good location, room at the back made for a quiet night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Katerina made us feel very welcome. The little touches in the room were special
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a fantastic stay! The location was ideal, and I wholeheartedly recommend it. The staff was incredibly welcoming and friendly! Wunderbar :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mayte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My friend and I stayed here, separate rooms, and both had a great stay. The staff was all friendly and helpful. I do not speak German but the staff was happy to chat in English and Spanish. The location was great and easy to get around. Plenty of places to eat and drink nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Functional rooms. Staff very friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

Lovely place

Lovely hotel. Friendly staff. Good quality bedding and the shower was powerful. Easy to get to from the Ubahn too. Room was super quiet and some nice little free bits and bobs offered too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karolynne

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

Arty rooms & great service in the heart of Cologne

Such a beautiful place to stay. The service was excellent and the staff very helpful. The room was spotlessly clean and we loved the individuality of each artist designed room. I'd definitely recommend this hotel, we loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a cosy place with a lot of restaurants and bars. Metro close by. Cleaning really good and nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chinami

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The mattress in the room was a waterbed, presumably chosen to match the room’s design, but unfortunately it was quite uncomfortable and affected the quality of my sleep. In addition, there was a city map placed on the desk that appeared to have been previously used, with some kind of spill on it, which made the overall cleanliness feel lacking. I was also expecting to receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine as part of the Expedia VIP Access benefit, but this was not provided during my stay. On the positive side, the hotel is conveniently located close to the city center, making it easy to get around. I was also very satisfied with the key system, which could be fully managed via a smartphone app, it was extremely convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AURELIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really welcoming and kind. Thanks again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top Lage, Top Personal, Top Zimmer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elif Esra

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

Friendly Stuff and Clean Place

The hotel was so quiet and clean. The stuff is friendly and kind. Everything was amazing.They designed the hotel like an art gallery. I recommended this place to my friends. Thnx for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Khang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very pretty room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I stayed for one night and had a wonderful time! The room was super cute and we loved how there was a story available telling us the history of the pieces/design of the room. However, the shower/bathroom was completely visible from the bed, so make sure you room with someone you are very comfortable with if you stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Each room of the hotel has a different theme. We had the street art room. It was nice and fun to stay in a non generic room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly. Big plus is the hair-dryer with all the extra parts like a diffuser and a hair-straightener!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service team were super accomodating and great, even after we caused a few issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A really nice small hotel in central Cologne with very individually designed rooms. Very unique. And very friendly staff. Just be aware that the hotel is close to a street with lots of bars and depending on where the room is facing you might hear the noisy crowds in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

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

Perfect and quirky

Had a wonderful stay at 18Arts this weekend. Fantastic cocept, lovely room and a comfortable bed. Radio playing chilled music on entry to our room. Not an issue for us but there is no step free access at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025