Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom - Cologne

75 photos
Check rooms and rates
Check-in
Select date
Check-out
Select date
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 room
We’ll open Booking.com in a new tab for fair comparison.
Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom - Cologne
$$$$

Overview

Situated around 5 minutes on foot from Rhine, Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom Cologne includes 140 rooms. Featuring an à la carte restaurant, this 5-star hotel is located only a stone's throw from Domplatte and offers a Turkish steam bath and a Turkish steam room.

Location

St. Maria in der Kupfergasse lies 8 minutes' walk away, and Ludwig Museum is nearly a 5-minute stroll from the accommodation. The hotel is within a 600-metre distance of Unter Sachsenhausen bus stop and in proximity to Cologne Cathedral. Visit Theodor-Heuss-Weiher, 17 minutes on foot from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Germany. Cologne Zoological Garden is a 25-minute walk from Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom.

For those travelling from afar, Koln/Bonn airport is 19 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Some rooms are fitted with a private bathroom.

Eat & Drink

The restaurant is open daily for breakfast. The Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom has Hanse Stube restaurant with a spacious terrace, as well as European cuisine. There is a bar serving German food about 100 metres away.

Leisure & Business

This property goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. The hotel also features a wellness centre and a spa lounge for you to relax in. Corporate travellers will benefit from a business centre available on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 29 per day.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 52 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian
Building
Year renovated:2011
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:133
Price calendar
Check availability and prices for your dates now!

Rooms and availability

Junior Suite
  • Room size:

    45 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
Classic Single Room
  • Room size:

    16 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Classic Double or Twin Room
  • Room size:

    25 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Show 7 more room typesLess

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

EUR 29 per day

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Steam room

Turkish bath

Spa & wellness centre

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Massage

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
Show all facilitiesHide facilities

Essential information about Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom

💵 Lowest room price 544 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.8
✈️ Distance to airport 16.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cologne Bonn Airport, CGN

Location
street view

Address
The address has been copied.
Domplatz, Trankgasse 1-5, Cologne, Germany, 50667
Map view
Explore hotel location on the panorama
street view
Domplatz, Trankgasse 1-5, Cologne, Germany, 50667
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Church
Cologne Cathedral
410 m
Square
Domplatte
160 m
Museum
Ludwig Museum
350 m
Museum
Museum of Applied Art Cologne
330 m
Museum
Roman-Germanic Museum
390 m
Church
St. Maria Himmelfahrt
140 m
Museum
Kolumba
600 m
Domkloster 4
Dom Treasury
140 m
Fountain
Fastnachtsbrunnen
500 m
Fountain
Jan von Werth Fountain
430 m
Church
St Ursula
570 m
Museum
Cologne's Municipal Museum
450 m
Boersenplatz 1
Edith Stein
450 m
Restaurant
Gaffel am Dom
60 m
Restaurant
Cafe Reichard
110 m
Restaurant
taku
90 m
Restaurant
Excelsior Hotel Ernst Koeln
40 m
Restaurant
Peking am Dom
50 m
Restaurant
Ambiance Am Dom
0 m
Restaurant
MAREDO Steakhouse
190 m
Restaurant
Poke Makai
120 m
Restaurant
Funkhaus Cafe Bar Restaurant
210 m
Restaurant
Galestro Italia
170 m
Restaurant
Starbucks
220 m

Reviews of Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom

8.9 /10
Great
739 reviews
Verified reviews  
Discover top-rated options through reviews we verify from our site and Booking.com.
#2 of 290 hotels in Cologne

What guests liked

powered by AI, based on real reviews

Luxury spa, spacious rooms, gourmet dining, near Cologne Cathedral and Hauptbahnhof.

Read more+

Top rated Dining

Guests rate the Dining 9/10

Categories:

Rooms and cleanliness8
Here's what guests said:
“Spacious rooms with large bathrooms, elegant decor, and free mini bar included.”
Location9
Here's what guests said:
“Steps from Cologne Cathedral and Hauptbahnhof, central access to attractions and transportation.”
Dining9
Here's what guests said:
“Gourmet breakfast with local options, including freshly prepared dishes and a Michelin-starred experience.”
Price and service8
Here's what guests said:
“Complimentary minibar, attentive staff, and really good service during medical emergencies noted.”
Our guests’ reviewsWrite a Review
  • J
    Jim
    United States
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 16 Jan
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    vintage elegance
    great service

    the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern comforts just steps from the cathedral with a relaxing spa

    A perfect stay filled with vintage elegance.

    Deluxe Double Or Twin Room
  • B
    Bob
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 13 Jan
    Great
    8.2

    The hotel is fairly clean, nestled in the very beautiful building with incredibly attentive and caring staff. The room is recently refurbished and comfortable quiet and there are awesome views. The piano bar is pleasant, truly enjoyed this place. The venue is definitely recommended to all.

  • D
    David
    United States
    Wrote a review on 13 Jan
    Needs improvement
    5.6

    Newly remodelled room, spotless, with a special note from the family, an excellent bathroom and excellent facility.

    Wi-Fi was very spotty.

  • S
    Suzanne
    United States
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 11 Jan
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    spacious room
    fresh breakfast
    thoughtful amenities
    minor housekeeping issues

    What a fantastic stay! The Classic Double Room was spacious and immaculate, and the breakfast was great with freshly prepared items. The lovely gesture of a crib and games for our granddaughter.

    Classic Double Or Twin Room
  • MO
    Mike O'Dea
    New Zealand
    Wrote a review on 20 Dec
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Value10.0
    Dining10.0
    General10.0
    10

    The location of the hotel next to the Dom is ideal for visiting Cologne. The rooms are comfortable and well appointed. The bar and restaurant are both excellent, with great service and high quality food and drink.

    Nothing much.

  • Wrote a review on 18 Dec
    Great
    8.8

    The staff were very friendly And I like the staying there a lot great location

    The breakfast was so classy I think many people like me need real food for breakfast

  • Wrote a review on 06 Dec
    Perfect
    9.2

    superior room with a very good comfortable bathroom, availability of services, courteous staff.

    the development of spa center, free Internet access, a diverse selection of foods for breakfast.

  • Wrote a review on 02 Dec
    Great
    8.4

    The staff is in my opinion excellent.The restaurant also deserves a visit.

    I was surprised that there was not enough place for everybody for breakfast so the guests were asked to wait in a hall until a table would be free. Of course the staff tried to make this the least inconvenient as possible, but it is something I wouldn't expect in such a hotel. Probably it was just an exception?

  • J
    John
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 30 Nov
    Perfect
    9.2

    The hotel had an amazing location near an applied art museum. The accommodation was in front of the train station. The double room was brand-new and elegant, with a mini bar and a coffee/tea maker.

  • H
    Hugh
    United States
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 22 Nov
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    10
    luxury spa facilities

    Try to request the luxury spa facilities ahead of time. They often book up quickly and are a hidden gem.

    Deluxe Double Or Twin Room
  • Wrote a review on 10 Nov
    Great
    8.6

    This hotel was very professional from the moment we walked in. The room was very nice, the bathroom especially. The staff helped immediately with dinner arrangements outside of the hotel and also offered guidance on sight seeing with a map.

  • Wrote a review on 10 Nov
    Perfect
    9.6

    Location right in front of the Hauptbanhof and Kolner Dom.

    As with many hotels in the area the breakfast is way too expensive, regardless of how much you can manage to eat from the buffet in the morning.

  • Wrote a review on 12 Oct
    Perfect
    9.8

    Ernst am Dom is a beautiful old lady. The hotel offers much style and tradition in a city that had lost most of that in the War. Staff is very friendly, the silent corridors and comfortable rooms (and especially bathrooms!) make for a very pleasant stay. Several details (even the Koelsch beer in the free minibar) distinguish this hotel from standardized city hotels.

    A spa / pool area is missing.

  • Wrote a review on 10 Oct
    Needs improvement
    5.4

    I had a suprior room but the organisation of the rome was poor, the curtains were torn, the bath and the room were too small for 5 stars hotel and everyone was keen to serve you because they expect you to tip them in return rather than as part of the service the hotel provides. Worst still, internet access is very, very expensive while other less glamours hotels offer it free. No parking facilities. In short, it wasn't worth half the price.

  • M
    Mary
    United States
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 02 Oct
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service6.0
    Dining7.0
    6.0
    luxury location
    valet service
    soundproofing issues
    key system

    Prime location, Unique architecture, Efficient valet parking

    The lack of key card systems feels outdated!!! Noise disturbances from events and poor soundproofing can overshadow the hotel's appeal.

    Classic Double Or Twin Room

FAQ about Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom

What popular attractions are closest to Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom?
Guests of Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom can visit Cologne Cathedral (approximately 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Domplatte placed 10 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to this grand hotel?
Koln/Bonn airport lies within 20 km of this grand hotel and is reachable with a 19-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by the hotel?
Bus shuttle which will take you to the hotel with a 19-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does the Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of the Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom can take advantage of public parking nearby.
What are the dining options in the grand Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel?
Guests are welcome to enjoy dishes of Georgian cuisine served in the Georgian restaurant Hanse Stube located at the grand Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the hotel?
Best places to eat near the hotel include bar Brauhaus Sion, offering dishes of German cuisine as well as restaurant Cafe Reichard specializing in German cuisine, the establishments are located within 5 and 5 minutes' walk respectively.
Does the Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the grand Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel?
Guests of the grand Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
How much does a room at the Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel cost?
The price for a room in the Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel starts at $175.
What payment methods are available in this grand hotel?
At this grand hotel, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom?
The Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom provides such room types as Deluxe Twin Room, Superior Room, and Classic Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the grand Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel?
Most rooms at the grand Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel include a free minibar, a coffeemaker, and free wireless internet.
Does this grand hotel staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of this grand hotel can help you in Spanish, German, Italian, and English.
Does the grand Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel provide business facilities?
Yes, the grand Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom hotel comprises a conference room as well as laptop computers and a desk.
What are the spa options at the Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom?
Pampering amenities in the Excelsior Hotel Ernst Am Dom include a Turkish steam room, a Turkish bath, and sauna facilities.
Check rooms and rates
Check-in
Select date
-
Check-out
Select date
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 room