Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen

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Novum Hotels
6 (2295 reviews)
Mathiasstr. 21 , Cologne , de
+49 221 3975790

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Uncleanliness
Unfriendly service
Room facilities issues

Categories

Cleanliness
3.21
Multiple reviews highlighted poor cleanliness, including dirty dishes and a filthy bathroom.
Service
6.18
Staff was friendly at times, but overall service was unprofessional and unfriendly during breakfast.
Location
9.22
Central location mentioned positively in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
4.67
Issues with room facilities mentioned, including malfunctioning TV and heating.
Amenities
6.2
Limited breakfast options and small dining area led to negative feedback.
Value for Money
6.16
Expectation of better quality for the rate paid were not met, leading to perceived poor value.
Food and Beverage
5.21
Breakfast criticized for having little variety and small portions.
Overall Experience
7.18
Mixed feelings due to central location but significant issues with cleanliness and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:35

Property Description

Convenient Location in Cologne's Old Town
The Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt is ideally located in the heart of Cologne's old town, offering easy access to key attractions and transportation links. Just a short 5-minute walk from the historic Heumarkt square and its underground station, guests can effortlessly explore the city.

Comfortable Rooms with Free Wifi
Enjoy a stay in bright and welcoming rooms at the Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt, all equipped with complimentary Wifi for your convenience. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, stay connected throughout your visit.

Delicious Breakfast and Nearby Landmarks
Start your day right with a delicious and varied breakfast buffet served daily. With the Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre just a 5-minute underground ride away and the iconic Cologne Cathedral within a 15-minute walk, the hotel is the perfect base for your Cologne adventures.

Book your stay at the Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt now and experience comfort and convenience in the heart of the city.

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CGN

Location

Guest Reviews

6
Based on 2295 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.21
Service: 6.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 4.67
Amenities: 6.2
Value for Money: 6.16
Food and Beverage: 5.21
Overall Experience: 7.18
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Rasa • solo_traveller • lt
4
Patenkinamai
Pros:

Malonus personalas, geri ir paprasti pusryčiai....

Cons:

Iš krano bėga vanduo, kilimas dėmėtas. Tv neveikia

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Arie • solo_traveller • nl
7
Voor mij perfect alleenstaand of vrienden. Maar niet voor famlies met kinderen.
Pros:

Locatie perfect 5 minuten naar centrum lopen alles beschikbaar, metro taxi heerlijk rustig hotel, kom er al jaren. Badkamers vrij nieuw schoon en ontbijt normaal, tosti maken diverse broodjes verschillende soorten kaas, worst en warm gekookt eitje, jam flakes Nutella van alles wat. En dat voor een zeer gunstige prijs. En, hotel is uit 1709 prachtig oude sfeer.

Cons:

Koffie, thee op kamer mis ik en koelkastje. Er is ruimte voor. En geen koffie of thee na ontbijt in hotel. Jammer.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Martin • extended_group • de
5
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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D Pages Armengol • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Selma • couple • de
1
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Yuliia • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Tamerlan • couple • az
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Ana • family_with_children • us
6
Decent, nothing fancy
Pros:

This place is good if you or your family are in a tight budget

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Renate • couple • de
9
Einfach prima
Pros:

Sauber gemütlich Komfort leise

Cons:

Nichts

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Kennet • solo_traveller • se
5
Pros:

Rummet var okej, litet kompakt men helt okej. Hade dock önskat någon form av AC eller fläkt tillgänglighet då det var väldigt varmt i rummet och var svårt att vädra ut. (Var ett singel rum i mitten av byggnaden med fönster i en gränd)
Frukost, Frukt alternativet var bra. Kaffe direkt på bordet. Kokta ägg.

Cons:

Fanns en del att önska på frukost fronten. Majoriteten av frukost valen var bröd, pålägg var av standard format.
Fanns inte mycket till andra alternativ, saknade tex Ägg och bacon m.m (kanske fanns att önska på plats osäker)

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Svitlana • solo_traveller • ua
6
Pros:

Не самая удачная поездка оказалась... Заказывали большой 4хместный номер (муж с родителями должен был быть вместе). Номер оказался на ремонте. Это при том, что перед поездкой пытались связаться много раз. По смс не отвечали, позвонили и на рецепшене и бронь и номер всё подтвердили. Так вот, родителям нашли 2хместный номер. Мужа пытались поселить куда-то в другой отель... Ужасная была ситуация. Номер ему таки одноместный предоставили и все бы ничего, и закрыть глаза на всё можно было бы...НО! На следующий день, вернулись с прогулки и в номере мужа какие-то люди, все его вещи сбросили в мусорный пакет, оставили на рецепшене. Опять начали искать куда его поселить. (Бронь у них была на 3 ночи). Нашли какой-то не убраный номер, поселили. В итоге, муж приехал ещё и с невероятной аллергией на укусы клопов. Хуже поездки не было. Один момент положительный - слава Богу родители в этой истории не пострадали ( кроме стресса, конечно).

Cons:

Поездка была испорчена...

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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lidia alejandra • solo_traveller • ar
7
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • extended_group • de
4
Lieber nicht buchen
Pros:

Die Lage ist sehr gut. Es liegt sehr nah am Heumarkt.

Cons:

Das Hotel ist sehr veraltet. Die Räume sind sehr dunkel und nicht besonders einladend. Das Frühstück war miserabel. Die Zimmer sind in einem schlechten Zustand. Do stellt man sich ein Studenhotel für sexuelle Kurzarrangements. Einfach wirklich nicht schön.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal

Cons:

Es gibt nichts zu beanstanden, der Teppichboden müsste erneuert werden.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • solo_traveller • de
6
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MARCELA • solo_traveller • cl
5
Pros:

Buen desayuno

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Mário • couple • pt
8
Foi muito boa!!
Pros:

A localização e o excelente pequeno almoço. A decoração do hotel é muito interessante!!

Cons:

O atendimento do pessoal…. Com exceção da moça que fez o checkout (excelente!!) e a senhora que serve o Pequeno-almoço ( bastante prestável), o restante pessoal foi pouco simpático, algum até antipatatico mesmo, mas principalmente não é nada diligente! Não te ajuda em nada, mesmo se pedires….. Lamentável, para quem está num FrontOffice de um hotel.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Rotini • family_with_children • it
7
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aurel virgil • solo_traveller • ro
1
Ca turist, este de evitat
Pros:

Nimic

Cons:

Totul execrabil! Mic dejun, pana la personal care nu m a anunțat ca trebuie sa ma relocheze in alt hotel din cauza unei inundații! Iar când m am pregătit sa plec, ei considerau ca pe banii mei nu sa cheme un taxi sau orice

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Denyse • family_with_children • gb
2
Good location bad hotel
Pros:

Good location to explore the city
Good Wifi
Clean and good change of bedding and towels

Cons:

Rude unfriendly unhelpful staff
Very hot room
Shower leaked onto bathroom floor
Major leak in the ceiling of the breakfast room
Had to change rooms at after midnight on day 3
Needs refurbishing
very basic breakfast
No bar or outside space

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee