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Suite (Excelsior)
80 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Executive Suite
60 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Deluxe Room
32 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Suite
55 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Junior Suite
40 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Deluxe Room (Grand)
32 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Classic Double Room
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Suite (Cathedral View)
50 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Classic Single Room
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
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Superior Room (Grand)
30 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Luxury eco-certified hotel, walk to Cologne Cathedral

Popular property highlights

Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Business centre
Laundry facilities
24-hour front desk

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 luxury hotel is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from LANXESS Arena and 16.1 mi (26 km) from Phantasialand.

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 recreational amenities such as 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 taku, 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.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Lift
  • Fitness facilities
  • Concierge services
  • Shopping on site
  • Total number of rooms - 134
  • Number of floors - 6
  • Airport transport (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business centre
  • Express check-out
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Meeting rooms
  • Wedding services
  • Express check-in
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Free wired Internet
  • Free train station pickup
  • Year Built – 1863
  • Number of restaurants - 2
  • Conference space size (feet) - 4499
  • Conference space size (meters) - 418
  • Number of meeting rooms - 6
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Supervised childcare/activities (surcharge)
  • Couples/private dining
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • Food and water bowls

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet , Internet access - wireless

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Spanish

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Valet parking (surcharge)

Room Amenities

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.

  • Television
  • Free newspaper
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Desk
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Turndown service
  • Free bottled water
  • Wireless internet access
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room massage available
  • Slippers
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Satellite TV service
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Free wired Internet
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • Pillow menu
  • TV size (measurement) inch
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Tablet computer
  • Minibar (stocked, free items)
  • Towels provided
  • Number of bathrooms: 1
  • Champagne service
  • Bed sheets not available

Where to Eat

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.

Nearby Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals on site

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out time is 1 PM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Pet Policy

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

You need to know

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, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

Children stay free

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Smoke detector

Security system

Children stay free - maximum age 12

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff do not wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available for guests

Masks are available for guests

Gloves are available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are not in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are available

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch

Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner

Individually wrapped food options are available through room service

No gap period between guests' stays

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are not compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Property follows sanitisation practices of GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation (global expert)

Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax is imposed by the city of Cologne. Business travelers with proof of business-related travel are exempt from this tax. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.00 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.

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We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

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.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-out is available.

Awards & Affiliations

  • Green Globe

National Rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 5 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 5 stars.

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