Buchholz Downtown Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (1753 reviews)
Kunibertsgasse 5 , Cologne , DE

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Great breakfast
Cons:
Unclean bathrooms
Non-working elevator
Small room size

Categories

Cleanliness
7.28
Several reviews mention poor cleanliness, particularly the bathrooms and dust under the bed.
Service
9.25
Guests appreciated the friendly staff and helpful service provided by the owner.
Location
8.79
Good location mentioned in multiple reviews, close to the central attractions.
Room Quality
7.74
Some guests felt the rooms were too cold and small, with issues regarding bathroom size.
Amenities
6.77
Several guests reported missing amenities like a working elevator and kettle.
Value for Money
8.23
Overall value perceived as fair but some felt it wasn’t worth the price paid.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Breakfast was widely praised for quality and freshness.
Overall Experience
8.25
General sentiment good but marred by the non-functioning elevator and cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 15:59

Property Description

Attractive Art Nouveau Façade:
The Buchholz Downtown Hotel boasts an extremely attractive Art Nouveau façade, setting the stage for a unique and charming stay in the heart of Cologne. The architectural beauty of the hotel is sure to captivate your senses from the moment you arrive.

Central Location near Major Attractions:
Situated in Cologne’s city centre, this hotel is just a stone's throw away from renowned landmarks such as Cologne Cathedral, the Old Town, and the main railway station. With such a prime location, exploring the city's main attractions is convenient and effortless for guests.

Tranquil Ambiance and Wellness Services:
Despite being centrally located, the Buchholz Downtown Hotel offers a peaceful retreat for guests. Unwind and rejuvenate with a variety of massages, including Ayurvedic and Hawaiian options, ensuring a relaxing and pampering experience during your stay in Cologne.

Experience the allure of our Art Nouveau hotel, immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture, and indulge in our rejuvenating wellness services. Book your stay at the Buchholz Downtown Hotel today for a memorable and tranquil experience in Cologne.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: CGN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1753 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.28
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 6.77
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Heike • extended_group • de
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • ca
8
Very friendly and helpful staff
Pros:

Comfortable room, very nice breakfast and located within walking distance of many points of interest.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Paolo • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Anastasios • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Nina • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Kleines, familäres Hotel in einem alten Stadthaus, direkt beim Rhein und Hbf. Trotzdem ruhige Lage. Die Zimmer sind ansprechend gestaltet und komfortabel. Kein Luxushotel oder Schicki-Micki.
Zum Frühstück gibt es richtige Brötchen vom Bäcker u.a. Körnerbrötchen. Rüherei ect. wird direkt frisch zubereitet.
Das Hotel legt viel Wert auf Nachhaltigkeit.
Mir hat es sehr gefallen.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Brady • family_with_children • us
10
Great experience
Pros:

Very close to train Station and Cathedral. Beds comfy and clean. Staff incredibly helpful and friendly.

Cons:

Stairs were tricky but not a deal breaker

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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sebastian dorin • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Ingo • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Paula • solo_traveller • de
10
WUNDERBAR
Pros:

The scrambled eggs were delicious! Carmen was very attentive and friendly. Thank you!!!

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Wahnsinig freundliches Personal, Lage absolut top!

Cons:

Zimmerausstattung war okay.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Ralf • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Kerstin • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Die Lage in der Nähe zum Hauptbahnhof und zum Dom war gut.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Susann • couple • de
5
Mittelmäßig
Pros:

War ok

Cons:

Kleines Frühstück

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • family_with_children • ch
9
Sehr bequem, gute Lage, hilfsbereites Personal
Pros:

Das Hotel war sauber und bot alles, was wir brauchten, das Personal war sehr hilfsbereit.
Die Lage war gut, um zur Messe zu kommen, zudem nahe am Bahnhof, ruhig gelegen, und es hatte auch Restaurants in der Nähe.

Cons:

Eigentlich nichts, wir hätten vielleicht etwas früher gefrühstückt, hatten aber auch nicht danach gefragt.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Studio • extended_group • nl
5
Wouldnt pick this again
Pros:

The location is great if you go to koelnmesse.

Cons:

Very noisy. Im a lightsleeper and could hear people arrive at midnight, talk in their own rooms or take a shower in the room above. The wifi is excrutiatingly slow, I couldnt do any work if I wanted to. The breakfast is okay. Just the basics. I find the price ridiculous. We stayed 4 nights and paid almost 1000€. Definitely overpriced for the “quality” of this hotel. Id expect 100€ a night at most.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Jan • solo_traveller • nl
5
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Martina • solo_traveller • de
5
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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GiordML88 • extended_group • it
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Uwe • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Tara56 • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Superlage- Hauptbahnhof, Dom, Rheinufer, Rheinbrücke, Tanzbrunnen...

Cons:

???

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee