Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 3 min walk
Cologne Central Station - 4 min walk
Köln Dom/Central Station (tief) - 4 min walk
Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn - 7 min walk
Heumarkt U-Bahn - 12 min walk
Neumarkt U-Bahn - 14 min walk
Free train station pick-up
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Café Reichard - 2 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min walk
Coffee Fellows - Kaffee, Bagels, Frühstück - 4 min walk
Funkhaus / Cafe - Bar - Restaurant - 3 min walk
McDonald's - 1 min walk
About this property
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Cologne Cathedral and Musical Dome. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a sauna, a steam room, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn is 7 minutes and Heumarkt U-Bahn is 12 minutes.
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
134 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Supervised childcare*
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 29 per day)
Onsite valet parking (EUR 29 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Free train station pick-up*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–11:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
Shopping
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business center
6 meeting rooms
Conference space (4499 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Built in 1863
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Fitness center
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Tablet computer
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Free stocked minibar
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Hanse Stube - Onsite restaurant. A children's menu is available.
Taku - This restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. 1-star Michelin rating. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Globe, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 52 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 65.00 per vehicle (one-way)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 29 per day
Valet parking costs EUR 29 per day with in/out privileges
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 29 per day. Valet parking costs EUR 29 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 65.00 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a sauna and a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Asian cuisine.
What's the area around Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom like?
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom is in Old Town Cologne, a short 7-minute walk from Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn and 4 minutes' walk from Cologne Cathedral.
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
Visiting from San Juan
Wonderful hotel. Spacious rooms with great attention to detail. Great bar, one of the best breakfast buffets I have ever had. Service was fantastic.
Francisco
Francisco, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2024
A top choice just by the cathedral.
Old school in the very best way. Charming service, unbeatable location and comfortable rooms. Breakfast was also excellent.
christopher
christopher, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
Sheri
Sheri, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
We loved our stay here: it’s in a superb location right by the cathedral and railway station. The staff are all so warm and friendly and offer superb service.
Pauline
Pauline, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
joshua
joshua, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 16, 2024
Service at the restaurants was a bit slow
jerzy
jerzy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2024
It is true that the hotel is a calm oasis in this busy area, with easy access to the cathedral and all the major museums.
Mark Richard
Mark Richard, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
I liked it. Why can’t you just be happy with my rating.
Allyn
Allyn, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
MELANIE
MELANIE, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Beautiful hotel, great location, and friendly staff.
My kids loved the hot chocolate being delivered to the room each night. A very nice touch.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Excellent
Riccardo
Riccardo, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 4, 2024
Beautiful!
The hotel is very beautiful and the location is absolutely the best! You go out and see the Koln Cathedral. Staff very friendly, courteous and helpful. The only thing that bothered us was that the mattress was way too hard, and the pillows not fluffy at all… which made for an uncomfortable night’s sleep. Aside from that, wonderful
Claudia
Claudia, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
Excellence
Service and quality of Excelsior is excellent, we really enjoyed our 2 short days these despite the bad weather and Hanse Stube was fully booked. Next time.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
Haoyu
Haoyu, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
Just next to the Railway station very convenient for shopping.
Robert
Robert, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Sorin
Sorin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2024
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2024
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
It is close to the train station and the busy Cathedral Cologne and there can be some sense of a lot of people - but once you step inside it's a fabulous retreat. Great service, we had a beautiful room. The breakfast is very expensive and just "okay" so go across the street to the Cafe Richard. Close to the "historical sections" and close to the water. Would stay here again for sure.
Jule
Jule, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jun 8, 2024
Smoking smell whenever using bathroom.
Noise due to the unit undergoing a construction on the hallway.
Shower drain does not drain properly, really really slow: while taking a shower, water stands up to ankle bone.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2024
I would like to come back this hotel again
Takeo
Takeo, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
May 31, 2024
Tolerable for one night lay over
The hotel nickel and dimes you for every and anything. Not friendly to English speaking people.
There is a gorgeous goth cathedral across the street that is definitely worth the visit. Nothing else in walking distance. Shop owners are rude too.