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XII Apostel Hotel Albergo

Hotel with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to Cologne Cathedral

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 15.00 per person)
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Front of property
Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Heumarkt 68-72, Cologne, NW, 50667
  • Place, Hay Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cologne Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Düsseldorf (DUS-Düsseldorf Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cologne

Located in Old Town Cologne within a short walk of Cologne Cathedral, XII Apostel Hotel Albergo is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Cologne Trade Fair Grounds. This 59-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Hay Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • City Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cologne Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Musical Dome - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Heumarkt U-Bahn - 2 min walk
  • Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Augustiner Bräu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gilden im Zims - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sünner im Walfisch - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bierhaus en d'r Salzgass - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪XII Apostel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

XII Apostel Hotel Albergo

Hotel with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to Cologne Cathedral
Guests of XII Apostel Hotel Albergo enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and slippers. Other standard amenities include portable fans, desks, and wardrobes or closets.

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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 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • XII Apostel

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (47 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests under 12 years old must provide proof of a negative PCR test (issued within 48 hours before check-in) or proof of a negative rapid/antigen test (issued within 24 hours before check-in) during check-in.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night

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 15.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 27 per day(49 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 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 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
  • 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 cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

Property is also known as

Xii Apostel
Xii Apostel Albergo
Xii Apostel Albergo Cologne
Xii Apostel Hotel Albergo
Xii Apostel Hotel Albergo Cologne
Xii Apostel Albergo Cologne
XII Apostel Hotel Albergo Hotel
XII Apostel Hotel Albergo Cologne
XII Apostel Hotel Albergo Hotel Cologne

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at XII Apostel Hotel Albergo?

XII Apostel Hotel Albergo offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to XII Apostel Hotel Albergo?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Cologne, just steps from Hay Market and Old Market, and within a short walk of Cologne Cathedral. You'll also find City Hall and Cologne Philharmonic less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at XII Apostel Hotel Albergo?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does XII Apostel Hotel Albergo include a casino?

No, XII Apostel Hotel Albergo doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at XII Apostel Hotel Albergo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at XII Apostel Hotel Albergo?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead and slippers as well as a bar.

Does XII Apostel Hotel Albergo have a hot tub?

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

Does XII Apostel Hotel Albergo have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, XII Apostel Hotel Albergo serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at XII Apostel.

Will XII Apostel Hotel Albergo allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at XII Apostel Hotel Albergo for a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at XII Apostel Hotel Albergo?

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

How close is the airport from XII Apostel Hotel Albergo?

The closest major airport to XII Apostel Hotel Albergo is Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN), which is 9 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), which is around 25 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at XII Apostel Hotel Albergo?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at XII Apostel Hotel Albergo.

XII Apostel Hotel Albergo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 413 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 413 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 413 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 413 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 413 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, cleanliness of the room and staff. Didn't like the condition of the stairs and landings.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang, Rostock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No nonsense hotel in a pretty area of Cologne, yet just 10 minutes‘ walk frontage central station
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ariane

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

6/10 Okay

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location with some updates

The hotel is in a great location for the Christmas markets. It's above a restaurant, which is where breakfast is served. Our room has a magnificent view of the market, and it had an updated bathroom. The bed and linens were comfortable and pristine. The hotel overall feels a little dated, but part of that is the sparse decoration. I needed ice for a cooler which the restaurant downstairs kindly provided. I tried to order a beer to bring back to the room from the restaurant, but that wasn't an option.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for Christmas markets!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

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

Christmas Market tour

Great stay right in the center of town Service was awesome, I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Graham

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Basic, no frills, good location

Very basic hotel. No amenities in room. Bathroom was nice, but no extra blanket or pillows. Entrance is strange - through the outdoor restaurant seating. Door is locked until a waiter sees you and lets you in, until after you get your key. Then you’re at a self-service check-in. It works, but it’s very impersonal. Room was clean but hallways and stairs were dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Udayan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Shy

Traveled with family
We loved that the hotels closeness to the Christmas Markets
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

4/10 Poor

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Too noisy!!! No soundproofing!!!

We were booked in a room directly over the restaurant and facing the xmas markets. We found the room very noisy on entry and the noise went on till gone 1am. The noise then restarted about 3am when the cleaners came. We were unable to change rooms till the last night of our stay when we were given a quiet room facing another direction. The reception had no sympathy at all and we was greeted with 'what do you expect with a christmas market' I would expect better soundproofing of a room to ensure a peaceful stay. I wouldnt expect silence but certainly not a room that sounds like a nightclub! A complaint will be written to the hotel and i would definitely not stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Daya

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I really wanted to avoid writing this review based on the lovely experience with the staff at the hotel. It was affordable and last minute for a big family. The rooms need a deep clean. The bathroom I had flooded. There were mosquitoes in the room and I woke up with bites on my face. The person doing check out was super nice and they also had their beautiful dog, who was also very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ilia

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Good hotel for a brief stay. The hotel itself in on 2-4ths floors of the building; the first floor is a very busy restaurant... Great things: - they let me check in early - despite having the restaurant of the first floor, the rooms are quiet... Areas for improvement: - no air conditioning/thermostate in the rooms; I needed to keep the windows open to lower the room temp - stair case is carpeted, but the carpet in dirty - the access card to the building does not work at night; i and another customer had to bang on the door and the windows for at least 10 min before someone came to open the door. The reception is not staffed at night... - shower is a sad story... They use 40 cm glass panel to shied the water, which still pours on the floor in the common bathroom area... So, I literally had to mop the floors every single time I would use the shower... Please make it more practical... - no safeboxes in the rooms for any valuables... They claimed that the the hotel is safe, but with the restaurant guests going back and worths, I feel in needed the safe...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff, great location in the old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Check-in kiosk was took many steps to use, and it did not end up working. Going upstairs to reception there was no one there. Tried calling and someone hung up on me. Waited about 20 minutes for someone to come and check me in- told I needed to use kiosk that didn't work. Once finally checked in, room was fine. Lots of noise from outside due to construction for Cologne pride and being on a main street. Again for check-out, had to use the kiosk, which said there was no record of my reservation. Was in a hurry so just left key in the box. Really need to fix the kiosk system and have someone available at the reception. Hotel room itself was fine and clean, with gummy bears on the pillow, which was a cute touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing to be in the middle of the EURO FA Cup 2024!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

OLIVER

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Nikolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We went to experience the Christmas markets in Cologne and were delighted at the excellent location of the Hotel. The Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful and accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect place to stay the night while enjoying the city's many different christmas markets. It is perfectly situated beside one of the markets which made it easy for us to take a break in our room, use the washroom and drop off packages. This simple little hotel had everything we needed for a night in Cologne.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023