Hotel Esplanade

Hotels
8.6 (2468 reviews)
Hohenstaufenring 56 , Cologne , de

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Allergy-free room
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly and attentive staff
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues reported
Some noise disturbances
Concerns about value for money

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Issues with cleanliness noted, specifically hair on the bathroom floor and some comments about room cleanliness.
Service
9.33
Many reviews mention friendly and attentive staff, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
9.37
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent location of the hotel, making it a positive aspect overall.
Room Quality
8.32
Positive comments about room comfort, but some critiques on room size and noise.
Amenities
8.85
Breakfast mentioned positively, with some expressions of standard amenities available.
Value for Money
7.81
Reviews indicate some concerns with pricing in relation to services offered.
Food and Beverage
8.36
Overall positive comments on breakfast, but a few reviews indicate it could be improved.
Overall Experience
8.93
Overall experience rated highly with many guests expressing satisfaction despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 04:00

Property Description

Central Location in Cologne
This 3-star hotel, Hotel Esplanade, is nestled in the heart of Cologne, just 2 km from the iconic Cologne Cathedral. Enjoy the vibrant nightlife with Friesenstraße's pubs and clubs just a short 10-minute walk away.

Comfortable Accommodation
Experience comfort in the cosy, non-smoking rooms equipped with cable TV, a minibar, and some with a balcony offering views of the cathedral or the boulevard.

Convenient Amenities
Start your day with a delicious breakfast buffet and unwind at the hotel bar in the evenings. Benefit from free WiFi throughout the hotel and easy access to Zülpicher Platz Underground Station, only a 2-minute walk away.

Book now and indulge in a memorable stay at Hotel Esplanade Cologne.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for € 22 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2468 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 9.33
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 8.32
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 7.81
Food and Beverage: 8.36
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Kaczmarek couple pl
10
Pros:

Smaczne śniadanie czysto i bardzo miła obsługa

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Parisa solo_traveller de
10
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Andrea extended_group de
9
Pros:

Sauber, sehr gute Lage, das Zimmer war ruhig und die Mitarbeiter äußerst freundlich.

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer family_with_children de
8
Nettes Personal und super Frühstück zentral in Köln
Pros:

Seh gute Lage und großes Zimmer. Sehr freundliches Personal und Mega Frühstück. Mehr positive Aspekte und ein sehr passender Aufenthalt. Sehr gutes Preis Leistungsverhältnis

Cons:

Bad etwas klein und Straße vorm Haus nachts laut. Wir würden trotzdem wiederkommen

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Olena extended_group nl
9
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Markus solo_traveller ch
8
Perfekt für einen Aufenthalt in Köln
Pros:

Sehr gutes und reichhaltiges Frühstück. Zentrale Lage

Cons:

Nichts

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
J
Jörg couple de
10
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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TETSUHIKO solo_traveller jp
8
ここの宿泊は3度目だが、つねに満足している。
Pros:

スタッフ、室内ともにドイツの伝統的なホテルのよさを感じる。ドイツのよさとは、親しいが、礼儀正しく、きちんと仕事がなされているという感じ。朝食がすばらしい。

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
C
Christina solo_traveller gr
10
2026-03-18 via Nuitee
C
Carsten solo_traveller de
9
2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Torsten couple de
8
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
I
Isabelle solo_traveller fr
10
Bien insonorisé, bon petit-déjeuner. Mais un peu cher
Pros:

Personnel charmant et à l’écoute

Cons:

Ascenseur minuscule avec des bagages

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Maud solo_traveller fr
9
bien
Pros:

tout

Cons:

rien

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Philipp solo_traveller de
8
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Vanessa solo_traveller fr
9
Excellent séjour
Pros:

L'emplacement, le personnel très attentionné, les petits déjeuners bien copieux et merci d'avoir ouvert la salle plus tôt pour nous !

Cons:

Les oreillers seraient à changer

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Tobias extended_group de
7
Pros:

Zentrale Lage, gute Betten, ruhiges Zimmer mit Balkon, sehr freundlicher Empfang. Preis-Leistung sehr gut.

Cons:

Badezimmer ist okay. Badewanne und Duschvorhang doch eher oldschool.

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Vanessa couple fr
9
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Mnich family_with_children pl
10
2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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GeorgNT solo_traveller de
8
2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Gerhard couple de
9
Hier isses es mehr als jut gegange........
Pros:

Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal, Zimmer tip top sauber , Matratzen ordentlich , Balkon mit Blick zum Dom, Minibar im Zimmer , Zimmer für die Innenstadt ruhig . Frühstück lässt keine Wünsche offen. Beim Frühstück war es sehr entspannt . Es gab kein Hintergrundgedudel und auch die anderen Gäste waren angenehm diskret . Innenstadt bequem zu Fuß zu erreichen . Eine Klasse Adresse in Köln

Cons:

Die Badewanne mit Duschvorhang etwas aus der Zeit gefallen

2026-03-11 via Nuitee