Motel One Cologne
4 Hotels in Cologne
What our guests say
Very good
Overall rating from 15,187 ratings
Friendliness 9.3 of 10
Cleanliness 9.2 of 10
Reception 9.2 of 10
Lounge & Bar 9 of 10
Location 9.3 of 10
Room 8.8 of 10
Bathroom 8.7 of 10
Free WiFi 9.3 of 10
Value for money 8.4 of 10
Breakfast service 8.3 of 10
The hotel is in a great location, very comfortable and well equipped with a delicious breakfast!
I would explicitly like to point out the things that I didnt like or found unpleasant to have experienced: (Booking IDs: 7721SG128571, 7721SG128570) 1. We arrived a bit early for the checkin around 12 PM. I had just requested the receptionist that if possible can we have a room with nice view. It was just a request ans not a condition. The main thing was that since my parents were travelling with us, it was important that the rooms should be next to each other, which was nevertheless not met. Even after coming later around 4 PM the rooms that we requested were not adjacent but on different floors, 614 and 456. But it still took us around 10-15 mins. I would like to point out that if its taking too long, then I would have taken any decent room but quickly rather than waiting for a good view. We were there for just one night and delayed checkin costed us time. 2. It was mentioned in the booking confirmation that two water bottles will be given at the time of check-in. But instead we were not given any. Also we had to request too much to send someone to send the bottles to our rooms, to which we were rudely said we dont do it here. I mean is it too much to ask on such a hot day with sweltering temperatures and the hotel of your class? My impression of Motel One was quite shattered as Ive stayed previously in other cities and my experience was way better there. No amount of explanation is justified for such statements. 3. In room 614(the so called best view), there were plenty of flies and mosquitos. We also have photos and videos if you need proof. I did mention that and I was offered that I can change the room or maybe a room freshner spray can be sprayed. Both solutions were inappropriate for us as we had to be going as we were just there for one day and too much to cover. So obviously changing room would have costed us more time. My question is at the time of handover, shouldnt you make sure that the room is bug free? That was the first time ever in my hotel experience in Germany to be honest!! I request you to provide me with some sort of monetary compensation for the unpleasant experience I had. When someone is paying such exhorbitant prices for a night stay, the least they expect is a decent and pleasant stay, which was unfortunately not gauranteed for us!!
I enjoyed staying in Motel One. Great and calm environment 🙂. I strongly recommend for other travellers.
The room was disappointing in size, cleanliness and equipment. The front desk staff were rude and pretentious, with the exception of the morning of our departure. We will not be returning.
Check-in and check-out were easy, the hotel is modern, the room was clean, the staff were friendly... nothing to complain about whatsoever.
Clean, nice staff and good breakfast.
I was expecting more compare to nearby Adana hotel. Rooms are really small in my opinion. Great service at the bar during afternoon and evening hours because of ladies working there.
The location was great and as was the service. The light switch on the en suite didn't always work properly and sounded like it had a loose connection and the safe was locked in the open setting so it was unusable.
This is my third visit . Never failed to impress me about the cleanliness of the room although room is a bit small. Very courteous staff . Simple and quick checkin.
The staff are friendly and helpful
bacon, sausage & scrambled eggs are missing at the breakfast Parking stay is very expensive
The personal is very friendly and welcoming. Maybe the breakfast buffet could be enlarged by some more nuts.
Room was spotlessly clean as always and the staff were fantastic, friendly and helpful. Always happy to recommend Motel One to friends which isn't something I do very often.
Quick check-in, friendly staff and free bottle of sparkling water. The room is small but spotlessly clean with a curtain that blocked all the light. Comfortable bed and modern shower. I would add a kettle and coffee. Thanks for a pleasant stay.
Good quality accommodation and friendly and helpful zeam
the room was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast excellent. The staff very helpful and friendly. See you again soon in a Motel One .
Amenities, cleanliness, location, breakfast, top professional staff.
Great stay , in excellent location - quiet but close to main shopping areas. Staff were outstanding service and care
Clean, modern, great staff
Alles Tip Top und Personal super nett.
Great service, atmosphere and excellent breakfast. I only don not like the low tables for breakfast.
I would like to get a receipt!!!!
Location excellent. Has a traditional lounge are. Room a bit tight.
Great location, very clean, very friendly stuff. I will definitely come again.
Very nice hotel with comfy bed. Good parking and breakfast.
It was fine. Only downside is the not blacking the sun out curtains. Makes you waking up at 0600.
very clean room . Well isolated , i could not hear any noise which i love. It will be great if foor of hotel as equipped with water fountain .
Gute Lage, ruhiges Zimmer, tolle Bar - was will man mehr?
nice hotel, always good quality. can recommend.
The word motel in Motel One can be slightly misleading. This is by no means a roadside motel experience, but rather a very pleasant and thoughtfully designed city stay. What stood out immediately was the atmosphere and the people. Reception and staff throughout the hotel were genuinely welcoming, with actual warmth and smiles, which always makes a difference. I particularly appreciate Motel One’s collaboration with artists and their effort to make the spaces feel alive through artwork, furniture and design details. . We did not have breakfast, but I must mention how cleverly the breakfast area is designed. Instead of one large canteen-style hall, the space is divided into smaller zones with different seating arrangements, creating a much more relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. The room itself was on the smaller side, especially travelling with a dog, but very well organised. Dog fee is €15 per night, which felt fair. Excellent sound insulation despite the traffic outside, very comfortable mattress, spotless cleanliness and surprisingly smart storage solutions for a compact room. There are no extra amenities — no kettle, tea station or minibar — but I understand this is part of how Motel One keeps pricing reasonable. The bathroom, however, was a very pleasant surprise: modern, spacious and everything worked exactly as it should. Location is another strong point. Close to the city centre, yet still breathable thanks to the nearby park. Perfect for dog walks and surrounded by useful amenities, bakeries and coffee places within a few minutes' walk. Overall, we had a genuinely comfortable and almost home-like stay. Simple, functional and thoughtfully executed.
Late Check-out incl. as a be one Member was excellent after the cycling race „Rund um Köln“
Tolles Team
Great stay in a well located hotel close to transport hubs
The bar is a wonderful space to have a drink and hang out. The bed is comfortable although the pillows are not very good. One was incredibly thin and floppy. The view of the dim from the balcony is amazing. It would be nice to have a pad and pen, and a water bottle every day. We had an eight night stay.
This was my first time staying in your wonderful city. My choice of this Motel was that it was rather affordable. Still, this Motel was very nice, clean and with wonderful amenities. My room was very comfortable and kept clean every day. The staff is very nice, helpful and very easy to speak with. When I return to Germany, I will stay with Motel One and recommend it to my colleagues. Thank you for a wonderful experience in beautiful Cologne City. Cheers
good value for price
Decoration is not so nice and the property seems quite warn out
The property is centrally located and the staff is very accommodating.
The maid entered the room without knocking on similar at 9.00am on checkout day; I think this is not acceptable, since checkout time is 12.00
The staff on the reception and at the bar were efficient and friendly. The cleanliness of my room was vey good as well. My room was comfortable and relaxing
The hotel was well located and was extemely clean. The front reception desk staff were very helpful and friendly and the bar staff provided good service too. We would have appreciated a larger and more varied bar food menu. Good choice of breakfast options and we didn't have to wait for more crockery or for food to be brought. Some hot food would have been even better! We went out for breakfast on our second day. A kettle in the room would have been ideal but we understand why there isn't one. We enjoyed our stay.
Nice hotel situated close to the center of the city. Bed and breakfast were fine
Great location and very freindly staff
The experience was just perfect. Everything was exacly as it should be. The only thing that we missed was a small fridge in he room.
Hotel is modern and clean, but rooms very small, for a business hotel there is no kettle and no iron available. If there is no tea/coffee in the rooms, at least make them available at reception.
As expected. Very clean modern and tidy hotel and room.
Our stay at Motel One Köln-Mediapark was simply fantastic. The bedding quality and overall cleanliness are always held to the highest standards, which we truly appreciate. What really makes this place special is the people. The staff are incredibly friendly, and the bar team goes the extra mile every time. A special mention to the experienced bartender whose warmth and expertise, paired with an excellent selection of drinks, made our evenings unforgettable—we happily spent hours there. This hotel feels like a home away from home, and it will definitely be our go-to whenever we’re in Cologne. Thank you to the entire team for making our stay so enjoyable!
in room 534 there is a constant, anoying technical induced noice (tickering, clicking) all day - and night - long. It seems to stem from air-tube installation or simmilar. Should be taken care of. Rest was as known and expected. Coffee could be stronger, scrambled eggs would round up the experience. ;-)
Room was quiet, clean (although I am not fan of carpet). Good location, handy parking beside hotel and get discount for being hotel guest. Staff at reception were friendly
room was nice and clean. People on the reception very friendly and helpful. Thanks for the nice stay.
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Cologne
Spend the night in the heart of the cathedral city
Stories and stereotypes about “Kölle” abound, and it's high time to find out whether they have any truth to them. Our centrally located design hotels welcome you to Germany's fourth-largest city on the Rhine.
Cologne is famous for its cheerful Rhenish attitude, its cosmopolitan lifestyle and the colourful carnival. Of course, all these elements are reflected in the design of our Motel One Cologne-Waidmarkt, Motel One Cologne-Mediapark and Motel One Cologne-Neumarkt. Our innovative hotels offer great service and a wonderful place to rest, relax and explore. As all Motel One hotels, our Cologne locations boast affordable rooms with comfortable box-spring beds and free Wi-Fi. Start your day with a healthy breakfast in the most cheerful city in Germany.
Budget design hotels in Cologne – your Motel One
Anyone visiting Cologne – be it on a weekend trip, city break or for business – will encounter the famous humour of its inhabitants. Don’t miss a taste of the delicious Kölsch to take in the Rhenish atmosphere in full. The attractive city centre is only a stone's throw away from our design hotels.
Looking back on more than 2,000 years of history, Cologne is a worthy destination for lovers of art and architecture. Cologne Cathedral, the unmistakable symbol and centrepiece of the city, towers above all other buildings and makes for an excellent photo opportunity – especially in combination with the nearby Hohenzollernbrücke bridge. Adorned with countless padlocks attached to the bridge by couples wishing to immortalise love, the Hohenzollernbrücke is both a place for romantics and a link between the railway line, Deutz district and the central station. The city on the Rhine has something for anyone. Cologne natives know: "Jede Jeck es anders".
Those looking to sample the traditional Rhenish cuisine will be welcomed into countless breweries offering the ubiquitous Kölsch on tap alongside local delicacies such as the Rhenish pot roast or “halve Hahn”. Their waiters are called “Köbes” in these parts – you’ll have no trouble identifying them by their gruff demeanour. Don't worry: they don't really mean it.
A charming old town, relaxing riverbank and our very own chocolate museum
After a tour of the old town, we recommend an extensive walk along the Rhine. Germany's longest river presents itself at its most beautiful here, nestled between the Rheinauhafen and the Rhine terraces. Set against a picturesque backdrop featuring old gabled houses, intricate alleyways and little churches, the Rhine promenade is a wonderful spot to meander and sunbathe. If the weather is poor, just grab an umbrella.
The Romano-Germanic Museum, situated within easy reach of our hotel and overlooked by the cathedral, showcases the archaeological history of the city. Ranging from antique mosaics and early medieval jewellery to the largest collection of Roman glasses in the world, its collection impressively presents the exciting history of the cathedral city to interested visitors. If you prefer clubs, bars, cafés and the vibrant nightlife of Cologne, head to the Ehrenfeld district. The carnival never stops around here and you’ll definitely never get bored. Just leave it to the people of Cologne.
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