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Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Chocolate Museum

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby lounge
Exterior
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Lobby lounge

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul

Room options

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Mathiasstrasse 21, Cologne, NW, 50676

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cologne Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Musical Dome - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • LANXESS Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Heumarkt U-Bahn - 4 min walk
  • Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ramen Bar Takezo Köln - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Okinii Köln GmbH - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Harry's New-York Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bier- und Weinstube Kölsche Stuff - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jogisushi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen

Hotel near Cologne Cathedral
Close to Chocolate Museum and Musical Dome, Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen provides amenities such as a free breakfast buffet. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Laundry services, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • A vending machine, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 22 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1264
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 15.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 15.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 per cent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 22 per day (1148 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 15.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Altstadt Köln
Köln Novum Hotel
Novum Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt
Novum Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt Cologne
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Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt Cologne
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Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Cologne
Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Hotel Cologne
Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen?

As of 30 Jun, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen on 3 Jul, 2025 start from S$104.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 15.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for EUR 15.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen located?

Located in Old Town Cologne, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hay Market and Chocolate Museum. Cologne Cathedral and Musical Dome are also within 1 mile (2 km). Heumarkt U-Bahn is only a 4-minute walk and Severinstrasse U-Bahn is 7 minutes.

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Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 314 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 128 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1000 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Liked: Staff & service
Great staff Good value for money
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cute accommodation with old-style decor. Facilities are good and the staff are nice. The buffet breakfast has a lot of options which is great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So nice decorated with remaining from buildings as well paintings etc from early ages
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to the centre. Helpful staff. Clean room. Could leave our cases there after checkout. Be aware there is a sex shop next door.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, full of history, very close to centre. Great breakfast and friendly staff. Nice, comfy rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel in a good area. Clean and comfortable bed/bathroom. The included breakfast was very nice and the staff were super helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have no complaints at all about the cleanliness of the hotel, the staff or the buffet breakfast. My only complaint was that the room sound proofing wasn't as good and I could hear the conversations of the people on the street at 03:20 while trying to get to sleep. Otherwise, it was a perfectly pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was able to site see easily.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic room but very comfy and central, close to all amenities and surrounded by restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good location

Very good location to get to Dom and Christmas markets. Shower flooded our first room but relocated without any hassle. Breakfast room too small and ground floor rooms were noisy at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No thrills hotel in good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. Quite close to everything. Very friendly and efficient staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The place is close enough to the city center and for the train station. It's easy to get by on foot. For the price and the location is a fair service. Don't expect anything fancy, but the rooms are clean, beds confortable and the breakfast is ok to start off your day of visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Oleksandr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value, location, service,Get what you pay for

This is a heritage hotel, offering good value, a convenient location with a helpful staff. When I had an issue with a third party booking company, they assisted me in resolving it. For those with reasonable expectations, it is an excellent choice. After reading the reviews, those that were disappointed were not very grounded in reality and expected the experience of a brand new hotel, which is unreasonable. For example, many people were complaining about the lack of an elevator ignoring the fact, it is an older building that cannot easily retrofit an elevator into. The location is central and some of the businesses nearby may not appeal to some, but this is not in the hotel’s control and they provide a safe and clean environment. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for the Christmas markets. also the Ramen restaurant across the road is highly recommended. Not sure I can cope with a single bed anymore though (my only complaint).
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Glyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff always welcome you checking in / out order taxis 🚕 on request arrival within less than 5 minutes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Everything as expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Some fun bits of architecture. Hotel was okay. Very nice italian restaurant opposite, but also surrounded by sex shops. Staff were excellent - partner was ill and they were very accommodating, fetching tea, dry toast etc

4/10 Poor

Jannie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was ok. Also the cleaning. But we had to shut the Windows because of the noice. Banking on doors all the time. I know that the street was full of sexshops. It is okay for us but not when it goes into the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

George

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel rooms were very dated and needed renovating. Shower leaked, shower rail was held up by electrical wire. There was no kettle or refreshments in the room. It's a very loud hotel, lots of doors banging throughout the day and night. The hotel is based next to a sex shop and a sec cinemas. Breakfast is basic but does the job. Staff were friendly. But we won't be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Magnus

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very dated and is in need of renovation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Catalina

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrific customer service. Place is run down , and if you have small children be aware of all the sex shops next door
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Katja

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good hotel,very friendly and helpful staff. Only downside is that the hotel advertises for free drinks if you don't let your room het cleaned, but there where no free drinks and the staff doesn't know anything about it although it's on a flyer in the room. So don't expect any drinks, just let your room get cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Saravana Kumar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not clean. Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024