Hotel Brandenburger Hof

Watch out, you must contact the hotel to reserve a parking spot.. they only have 5 free spots. It says free parking. Most rooms has shared bathrooms, didn’t see that either when I booked. Third floor, no elevator. Small room and small tv. Very pricy for what you get.

The only positive about this extremely old-fashioned ‘hotel’ is that it is only a 5 minute walk from the main station, that is if you take the correct exit! The hotel staff were also friendly and helpful. My room (fourth floor) was dated and soulless and Wi-Fi was sporadic to non-existent. It had a separate WC and shower room (although I did know about this when booking) which meant I was constantly awoken during the night by people popping to the bathroom. The one good point with regards the room was that it had a balcony. Good in the summer, not so much in February! Overall, a hotel in need of resuscitation although in a good location.

Comfortable hotel and breakfasts good.

Only 6 minutes walking distance from Cologne Central station, super comfortable bed (best nights' sleep I've had), good shower pressure, all in all would highly recommended. Would have been good to have kettle and tea making facilities in the room but there was a hot water dispenser in the reception (which I didn't use).

The hotel is in a handy location. There's on-street parking about an 8 minute walk away for €5 per day (if you're unable to reserve a free hotel spot, Clever Str is an almost straight walk to the hotel, only turning onto the hotel street). Central station and the cathedral are only a few minutes away also. Everything was clean, the breakfast was a decent, continental style selection (and a pain au chocolate for later) and the staff are helpful and can keep your room key behind the desk while you are out. The biggest grumble was having a shared bathroom - 1 or 2 per floor. It wasn't a huge deal, but if someone is using the toilet or showering, you have to go to other floors. But as a stop off and resting point, it was great. We were there to see the city, didn't need the hotel to have anything too special.

Small hotel, close to the train station. Extremely friendly staff.

The hotel was very nice inside, and the staff was helpful and kind. There's no elevator, so be prepared to carry your bags up some stairs. The street outside got a little loud in the morning, but was not bad overnight. Convenient location right near the train station!

Confortable.