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Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

5.0 star property

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Suite (Cathedral View) | Balcony view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Trankgasse 1-5 / Domplatz, Cologne, NW, 50667
  • Cologne Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Musical Dome
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room (Grand)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Excelsior)

Suite (Excelsior)

  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite

Suite

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • 32.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Cathedral View)

Suite (Cathedral View)

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room (Grand)

Superior Room (Grand)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cologne

With a stay at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom, you'll be centrally located in Cologne, just a 4-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral and 6 minutes by foot from Musical Dome. .This family-friendly hotel is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from LANXESS Arena and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cologne Trade Fair Grounds.

What's nearby

  • Cologne Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Musical Dome - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • LANXESS Arena - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn - 7 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 14 min drive

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

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a fitness center
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom offers 134 accommodations with tablet computers and free minibar items. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 134 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring tablet computers and free minibar items. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a sauna, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and shopping on site.
Grab a bite at Hanse Stube, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and limo/town car service. Planning an event in Cologne? This hotel has 4499 square feet (418 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 6 meeting rooms. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
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.
24-hour room service is available.

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.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–11:00 AM: EUR 52 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Hanse Stube
  • Taku

Things to do

  • Bike rentals
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space (4499 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 6

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Couples dining
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

National rating

This hotel is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

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Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 807 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

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

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Return stay
Return stay at this beautiful hotel. Right across from the cathedral and Christmas market. A nice note and snacks were left in the room. The room is a little pricey but worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

GINA

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t know if I received the VIP access or room upgrade. Regardless, the room and guest service were exceptional and if we come back we would return to the Excelsior.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so convenient. Location cannot be beaten. Staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jisoo

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were excellent and the in house restaurant Hanse Stube was superb a special thank you to the restaurant manager Mr Sasse for an unforgettable evening .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

A

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Li Hua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 star service in a great location
Thankful to Excelsior for giving us an upgrade to a suite and late check out.Highly recommend this hotel for its proximity to cathedral and shopping district plus impeccable service from staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with group
the location , staff terrific , cozy bar , beautiful rooms . we highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No British tv although advertised only bbc news which is repetitive should not advertise Netflix if they do not have - also never topped up milk for coffee and when we rang for milk tried to charge 18 euros for warm jug of milk
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Professional, courteous and pleasant staff. Excellent property. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle Anne

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

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff across the front desk and restaurant. Excellent breakfast. Enjoyed everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Bar in the hotel is like a speak easy. Tucked away and fantastic bartenders. Want something more open? Beside the bar there is a great elegant yet casual glass room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Restaurant Hanse Stube
The nearby Hauptbahnhof
Dom
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the train station! Staff are outstanding in providing services.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful 5 star hotel with two restaurants and a lovely bar. This hotel is directly across from the Dom church. Staff were excellent and friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

joshua

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

8/10 Good

jerzy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service at the restaurants was a bit slow
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mahmoud eslami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024