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A hotel courtyard with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs.
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The entrance of Excelsior Hotel Ernst with a classic stone facade, a grand entrance, and a vintage car parked outside.
A grand staircase with blue carpet and gold accents, leading to a marble-floored area with a fountain and potted plants.
A luxurious lobby with a central blue sofa, yellow armchairs, and a patterned carpet.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Trankgasse 1-5 / Domplatz, Cologne, NW, 50667
  • Place, Cologne Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Musical Dome
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪20 min drive‬
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Room options

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a dark headboard, and bedside lamps.

Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a patterned armchair, and a wooden headboard.

Executive Suite

  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a mirror, and a lamp.

Deluxe Room (Grand)

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite (Cathedral View) | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Cathedral View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, and curtains.

Superior Room (Grand)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Single Room | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

Classic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Suite (Excelsior)

  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cologne

Located in Old Town Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom is adjacent to Cologne Cathedral and within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights like Cologne Trade Fair Grounds. This 133-room, 5-star hotel has 2 restaurants along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Cologne Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Museum Ludwig - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Musical Dome - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hay Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 2 min walk
  • Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn - 5 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Reichard - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Fellows - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Haferkater - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom offers a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Parking is EUR 29 per day (EUR 29 per day for valet parking)—but if you prefer not to drive, catch a ride in the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 65.00 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Free minibar items, tablet computers, and sitting areas are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (EUR 29 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 29 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 52 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Hanse Stube
  • taku

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,499 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1863
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • 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 noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 55 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 120.0 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 52 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 65.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 29 per day
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 29 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 55 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 120.0 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-5:30 AM
  • 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. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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).

National rating

This hotel is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

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Ernst Hotel
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Excelsior Ernst Cologne
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?

As of Jul 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom on Jul 27, 2026 start from $298, 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 is there to do near Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Cologne, just steps from Cologne Cathedral and Wallraf Square, and within a short walk of Museum Ludwig. You'll also find Musical Dome and Hohenzollern Bridge less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?

Yes, valet parking is offered for EUR 29 per day and self parking is available for EUR 29 per day.

Are there luxury amenities available at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as a steam room, a Michelin star restaurant, and champagne service at this hotel.

Does Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom include a casino at the property?

No, Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including champagne service and in-room massages as well as a Michelin star restaurant.

Does Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom for a fee of EUR 55 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom have connecting rooms available?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?

The closest major airport to Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom is Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN), which is 9.6 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), which is around 24.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom.

Does Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom host weddings?

There are wedding services available at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom if that's in your vacation plans.

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 829 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1002 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, beautiful restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We splurged, and it was worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel with very good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location. Friendly and well trained staff, generous service & amenities. Special compliments to Front Office, Housekeeping and senior doorman. Room is very spacious, bright, comfortable and super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Incredible location … an amazing hotel with phenomenal service!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room. Great staff. Amazing breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chig Wee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room and breakfast is great, so is the service overall
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suddhasil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was spotless it was very spacious very comfortable bed the hotel was very close to all tourist hot spots within a few mins walk great food options the staff were excellent polite precise and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Farah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved this hotel stay! Staff was wonderful. They treated our son like a prince! Close to train station, cathedral, shopping, and dining. Will stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service! Will stay again!!
Location is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, it’s my second time I love it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The beds are super comfortable. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

Excellent stay

Lovely hotel and can’t beat the location. Will stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel. Staff was so friendly and accommodating, wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel great position
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

The perfect hotel

Fantastic hotel, staff are wonderful, room was spotless, comfortable and quiet, location was central. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel in an ideal location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Illian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed at in my tenure in travel. If I'm going to be in the Cologne area or staying in any places within a 1 hour radius, this is going to be my only place to stay while I'm there. <3
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with EXCELLENT service. Very clean rooms and the beds are so incredibly comfy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the best location and its staff was top notch! The restaurants and bar were fantastic! We loved every second of our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Li Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. The hotel is very well located
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janet Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel, superb location and lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023