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SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse

Hotel in Cologne, 5-minute walk to Cologne Cathedral

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Double Room Large | Room amenity
Double Room Large | View from room
Front of property
Staircase
Point of interest

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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An Den Dominikanern 1, Cologne, NRW, 50668
  • Place, Cologne Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Musical Dome
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Single Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room Compact

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room Large | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room Large

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Alcove Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Alcove Twin Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cologne

Located in Innenstadt, SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse is within a 5-minute walk of Cologne Cathedral and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Old Market. The 12 rooms at this 3-star hotel include espresso makers, flat-screen TVs, and desk chairs.

What's nearby

  • Cologne Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Musical Dome - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Market - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Neumarkt - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 2 min walk
  • Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn - 6 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Reichard - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Fellows - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Da Pasquale - ‬3 min walk

About this property

SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse

Hotel in Cologne, 5-minute walk to Cologne Cathedral
Guests of SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 50 per vehicle one-way. Staff members are on hand to provide concierge services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and first-run movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include espresso makers, safes, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 12 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; EUR 6.90 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • First-run movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers onsite self-service check-in for guests. Assistance is available at nearby sister property Dom Hotel Am Roemerbrunnen from 7:30 AM-11 PM daily.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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 to-go breakfast: approximately EUR 6.9 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 12 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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: 3:00 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Domspatz
Domspatz Cologne
Domspatz Hotel
Hotel Domspatz Cologne
Eazires Hotel Cologne
Domspatz Hotel Boardinghouse
Domspatz Hotel | Boardinghouse
SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel Boardinghouse
SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse Hotel
SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse Cologne
SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse Hotel Cologne

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse?

SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse?

This hotel is situated in Innenstadt, just steps from Cologne Cathedral and Hohe Strasse, and within a short walk of Musical Dome. You'll also find Cologne Philharmonic and Old Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse?

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

Does SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse include a casino at the property?

No, SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a rainfall showerhead, streaming services, and an espresso maker.

Are there hot tubs at SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse?

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

Does SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse offers to-go breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse.

Are there connecting rooms at SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse?

The closest major airport to SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse is Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN), which is 9.7 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), which is around 24.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse.

SMARTY Cologne Dom Hotel - Boardinghouse Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 219 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We couldn't get in Waited three hours for them to come change the lock.. Shower broke. Just really unhappy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and extremely close to the train station. We’re glad we stayed in this comfy place. Made a good one night stay. Private bathroom was also welcomed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Didar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty coffee glasses, pillows are smelling bad, no luggage storage but they mentioned that they had... also check out is 11am and at 10 am a lady came knocked the door and said 'elf elf elf' it means eleven in german, I checked out at 10:15 because of that HOSPITALITY(!).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Good location, bad service!

Uncomfortable bed, self-check-in with no help, especially when a problem arose, such as the system being down when we arrived for check-in, with a large crowd trying to check in and no one to help. It took us over two hours past check-in time to get in. Definitely NOT RECOMMENDED!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

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

Erwartung übertroffen

Preis/ Leistung Top, gerne wieder
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marius

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very noisey street and no air conditioning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The check in was not the best. Self check in but they didn’t have paper to print my access code. Got let in but took an hour for the person to bring my code so I couldn’t leave my room as I would not have been able to get back in. Otherwise fine and very central
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

America

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
check-in takes a min to get the hang of, but pretty simple, you get your door and room code after. super clean and comfiest bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to cathedral and train station. Only complaints were the bed was small and not very comfortable, no space for toiletries, and curtains let in a lot of light from the street. Room was clean, modern, and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

En plein centre mais c'est sale !

Le sol et la salle de bain salle et mal nettoyé après le départ des précédants voyageurs. On pouvait voir encore le reste de dentifrice et des poils par exemple ! C'est très trompeur de dire que c'est un très grand lit, c'est un lit taille standard à peine suffisant pour deux. 4eme étage sans ascenseur, idem ce n'est pas indiqué dans les descriptions! Son seul point positif c'est qu'il est vraiment en plein centre ville et qu'il avait un ventilateur et frigo.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

SARAH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an extremely comfortable, well organised hotel. Loved the bunk room. Pity it didn't have a lift! :D Was a little complicated signing in but a very helpful receptionist helped. Well positioned in town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Katharine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect central city location, right next to the cathedral and train station. Modern room, clean, comfortable beds, kettle and small fridge, modern bathroom and WiFi. No manned reception, but very responsive via email when we had a query. 5 flights of stairs to our room, so do be aware! Would recommend. Only small problem was shower pressure/temperature was intermittent at times.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

P Y

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emildreson

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

PEIXI, Melrose

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never again

Bad experience I ever had traveling true the years.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The automated check-in needed a bit of guesswork. Got my code after two attempts but when I tried to use it, it wasn't clear that I needed to press the "tick" key after entering the number. The basin plug wasn't working so I had to use my own. Room was a bit cramped and wakward to move around in. Otherwise a pleasant stopover, at the end of a day's journey by rail from London. Hotel was easy to find, clean, well equipped and beautifully renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, check-in went smoothly but curtains let in some light pollution.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Olga

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s a great location, but the spots around the room on furniture and in the shower were too much for a property that has cleaning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little room and you couldn't get a better location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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