18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery!

Hotels
8.4 (1214 reviews)
Friesenstr. 33 , Cologne , DE
+49 221 2925720

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Noise from outside
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Generally clean and well-kept, but some reviews mention small issues such as a cramped shower.
Service
8.91
Friendly and professional staff, with efficient check-in and keyless entry praised in multiple reviews.
Location
9.25
Conveniently located near public transport and attractions, making it easy to explore the area.
Room Quality
8.4
Rooms are generally nice, but some comments noted issues with noise and privacy.
Amenities
7.73
Limited amenities mentioned, with some guests indicating a lack of breakfast offerings.
Value for Money
8.59
Overall value aligns well with the quality experienced based on guest feedback.
Food and Beverage
7.24
No food services emphasized, and some guests expressed disappointment regarding breakfast availability.
Overall Experience
8.81
Overall positive experience as reflected by guests, despite some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 03:39

Property Description

Artistic Accommodations
Experience a stay like no other at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! Each room is a unique masterpiece, decorated in different themes by talented artists. Enjoy the creativity that surrounds you during your visit, from the vibrant colors to the thought-provoking designs.

Modern Amenities
Indulge in the convenience of modern amenities during your stay. From a flat-screen TV with cable channels to an iPad at your disposal, we ensure your entertainment needs are met. Relax in rooms with a cozy seating area, and pamper yourself with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer for your comfort.

Prime Location
Located in the heart of Altstadt-Nord district, our hotel is just steps away from Stadtgarten and Neumarkt Square. Explore the nearby Museum of Applied Art, Cologne, and enjoy easy access to Cologne Bonn Airport, only 14 km away.

Book your stay at 18Arts Hotel - Living in a Gallery! and immerse yourself in a world of art and comfort.

Important information:

The property's reception opening hours are from 07:00 to 21:00, and 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays.

Guests arriving after 21:00 are kindly asked to contact the property in advance to arrange check-in via a key box.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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1214 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 8.91
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 7.73
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 7.24
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Mathias • couple • be
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2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Franniez • solo_traveller • ca
8
Nice place to stay - needs some clarity around accessing the rooms.
Pros:

The shower was equipped with a waterfall and handheld wand, so it suits everyone and the pressure was great. The hairdryer and accessories were appreciated! There was a music player on softly in the background when we arrived that made it homey.There was adequate light around the room and the bathroom had a door. There was a kettle and coffee set up but we didn't make use of it. The hotel was quiet and easy to access by walking or by car. There were restaurants in the area, and we highly recommend Daimyo Ramen & Sushi nearby - smaller venue, but awesome food! Best sushi I've had in a long time.

Cons:

We arrived in the afternoon and there were no staff on site nor were they answering the phone. We could not get into the hotel. We had checked in online and were given a QR code, but have no idea what it was for. And it was not how to open the door. To open the door you had to find a task on their website that states How to Open Door and use your smartphone like a hotel key card. NO where in their welcome and check-in messages did it state that. I spent over 30mins trying to figure out how to access our room. Thank goodness the torrential rain had stopped by then!! Once in our room we found one of the dresser drawers to be broken and it would not close and blocked the entry door. There was also an accumulation of dust on the lamps & cord and around the bench.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Anne • extended_group • lu
7
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • de
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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andrea • couple • de
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • de
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

Luxe kamer, leuk ingericht en modern systeem om binnen te komen. Alles was netjes.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Claus • couple • dk
7
Pros:

Rent. Velholdt. Daglig rengøring.

Cons:

4 sal uden elevator

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Norbert • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Individualität

Cons:

Morgendlicher Lärm durch Baustelle

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • solo_traveller • de
9
zentral und günstig
Pros:

super zentral in der Stadt und dafür auch günstig

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

Ho apprezzato molto la gestione della struttura in generale. Il check-in è stato semplice e comodo e abbiamo particolarmente apprezzato la possibilità di lasciare i bagagli presso la struttura.
Ci siamo trovati molto bene con il personale, gentili, disponibili e sorridenti, disposti a venirci in contro,

La camera aveva dimensioni adeguate e tutto il necessario per un soggiorno confortevole. In bagno erano disponibili salviette, bagnoschiuma e shampoo. Molto gradita anche la presenza del bollitore con tè in camera, un piccolo dettaglio che abbiamo trovato davvero piacevole.

Nel complesso, un soggiorno molto positivo e terrò in considerazione la possibilità di tornarci.

Cons:

L'unico piccolo difetto, che non abbiamo comunque segnalato durante il soggiorno perché assolutamente gestibile e poco rilevante per il nostro comfort, riguarda la privacy del bagno. Ho soggiornato in camera con mio fratello e il bagno aveva delle pareti trasparenti, cosa che ci ha creato qualche difficoltà di privacy, soprattutto durante la doccia. Abbiamo semplicemente gestito la situazione dandoci il cambio e uscendo nel momento necessario.

Probabilmente, al momento della prenotazione, sarebbe stato utile da parte mia segnalare anche tramite messaggio, non solo tramite compilazione del form, che non si trattava di una prenotazione di coppia, così da poter eventualmente valutare una camera più adatta. Non abbiamo ritenuto necessario farlo presente alla struttura, perché il soggiorno era di una sola notte e la situazione era facilmente gestibile in altra maniera.

Consiglio quindi, in caso di prenotazioni tra persone che non sono una coppia, di segnalare preventivamente questa esigenza alla struttura: la nostra impressione è che sarebbero sicuramente disponibili a venire incontro a eventuali necessità.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Manuela • couple • nl
8
Prima
Pros:

Mooie kamer

Cons:

Je moet wel trappen lopen.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Iryna • family_with_children • ua
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Małgorzata • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Piękny pokój, bardzo artystyczny wystrój,
Sprzęt do przyrządzania kawy i herbaty
Ciekawy sposób otwierania drzwi wejściowych i do pokoju.
Kluczem w aplikacji, który dostaje się po zameldowaniu on line, a który należy w telefonie PRZESUNĄĆ zgodnie ze strzałką

Cons:

Brak ściany w łazience, tylko szybąa
Oczywiście, co kto lubi

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Maren • couple • de
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Market • solo_traveller • cz
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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NIEVES • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

El hotel es bonito! chic, está en un barrio animado, y con oferta de restauración. La habitación y baño nuevos. La ubicación es bastante céntrica.

Cons:

No tiene ascensor. El tamaño de la habitación no es grande.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Thaiane • extended_group • br
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Bernhard • extended_group • de
8
Witzig, interessant
Pros:

Lage, witzige Zimmer

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee