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Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen

3-star hotel near Cologne Cathedral

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Staircase
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Hallway

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Mathiasstrasse 21, Cologne, NW, 50676
  • Place, Chocolate Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hay Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cologne Cathedral
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room Single Use

Standard Double Room Single Use

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Cologne

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Innenstadt hotel, you'll find Cologne Cathedral and Chocolate Museum. St Maria im Kapitol and Hay Market are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hay Market - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cologne Cathedral - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Heumarkt U-Bahn - 4 min walk
  • Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gangnamstyle Korean BBQ * Bulgogi • Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hafenterrasse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪11 Burgers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Takezo Ramen Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Deck 5 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen

3-star hotel near Cologne Cathedral
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen also features a vending machine, a front-desk safe, and an elevator.

This 3-star Cologne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1264
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen offers 38 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 22 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 15.00
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 15.00

Special check-in instructions

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

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 22 per day (1148 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 15.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Köln Novum Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen to the airport?

Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen is 9.1 mi (19-min drive) away from the Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $94, excluding 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.

Does Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen.

How close is Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen to the beach?

This hotel is 3.6 mi (8-min drive) from Rodenkirchen Riviera and 9.2 mi (31-min drive) from Blackfoot Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen offer free breakfast?

Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs EUR 15.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen have a pool?

Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen to downtown Cologne?

Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen is 0.3 mi away from Cologne.

Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 295 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 100 out of 1001 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was perfect for me! Room was very small, but adequate.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Close to everything. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Panayiotis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fresh breakfast. Nice continental options.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice and clean hotel

Nice and clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sean

Room was basic and tv didn’t work (but they told us). Toilet/shower room was a tight manoeuvre. Actual location was decent been only a few minutes walk to the old town. Breakfast was good with plenty of options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jens

Ok
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Konstantinos

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

Nice hotel!

Nice hotel within the budget and very close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel room was basic but clean and with a free breakfast very good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location. Very friendly and helpful in hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Lovley little

Great little hotel, lots of character Breakfast was lovley. Great location, in walking distance of everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dmitri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience overall. Check in process was quick and easy. The breakfast was very nice as well (everything was fresh and tasty). The staff were friendly and helpful. My room was a good size. Interesting historical building with many artifacts displayed on the walls. The area is quiet, away from the busy streets.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Liked: Staff & service
Great staff Good value for money
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sam

For a budget hotel I can’t complain too much. Check in as at 3 but we had to wait an hour as the cleaners hadn’t finished. There was a mouse that
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cute accommodation with old-style decor. Facilities are good and the staff are nice. The buffet breakfast has a lot of options which is great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan Kelvin

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

Historical Hotel: 5-star

I love the medieval vibes of the hotel, and upon research, the hotel has been in service since the 12th century. I love the location and its proximity to public transport and tourist attractions. The staff were also lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, full of history, very close to centre. Great breakfast and friendly staff. Nice, comfy rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So nice decorated with remaining from buildings as well paintings etc from early ages
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel in a good area. Clean and comfortable bed/bathroom. The included breakfast was very nice and the staff were super helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic room but very comfy and central, close to all amenities and surrounded by restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

As we need

Just spend a night. As we expected, the generous free breakfast is beyond. Very old but bed is clean. Good for budget travelers
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mrs Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We had a comfortable stay the room was clean, the bed was comfortable, unfortunately the carpet was very grubby. The staff were very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was able to site see easily.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay and overall happy with the experience. Staff were friendly, room was good for the price, beds were very comfy. Only critiquewould be a limited selection for breakfast (however this is down to preference of course)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. Quite close to everything. Very friendly and efficient staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023