SMARTY Cologne City Center

Hotel with bar/lounge, near Cologne Cathedral

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Smarty Signature Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
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Located near Cologne Cathedral, SMARTY Cologne City Center offers a convenient base to explore the city. Connect to free in-room WiFi, unwind with a drink at the bar, and get some work done at the business center. Previous guests have praised this hotel’s multilingual staff and luggage storage.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business center
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator

Room options

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Single Room (small)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

SMARTY Pod Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Maxi Apartment

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Mini Apartment

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Smarty Signature Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory (4-6 people)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room Compact

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Engelbertstrasse 33-35, Cologne, NW, 50674

What's nearby

  • Neumarkt - 9 min walk
  • Chocolate Museum - 4 min drive
  • Cologne Cathedral - 5 min drive
  • LANXESS Arena - 5 min drive
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 21 min drive
  • Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 55 min drive
  • Cologne Süd Station - 10 min walk
  • Cologne West Station - 17 min walk
  • Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 26 min walk
  • Zuelpicher Platz U-Bahn - 4 min walk
  • Rudolfplatz U-Bahn - 5 min walk
  • Moltkestrasse U-Bahn - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Vapiano - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Gaucho - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Biergarten Rathenauplatz - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ex-Corner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Supasalad - ‬3 min walk

About this property

SMARTY Cologne City Center

SMARTY Cologne City Center puts you just a 5-minute drive from Cologne Cathedral and Chocolate Museum. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and local cuisine breakfast is available daily. Also, Musical Dome and LANXESS Arena are within a short drive. Public transportation is just a short walk: Zuelpicher Platz U-Bahn is 4 minutes and Rudolfplatz U-Bahn is 5 minutes.

Languages

English, German

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • 24-hour offsite parking within 984 ft (EUR 22 per day)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–noon
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 3.50 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 22 per day (984 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard

Also known as

Meininger City Hotel Cologne
SMARTY Cologne City Center Hotel Hostel
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MEININGER Hotel Köln City Center
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MEININGER Köln City Center
SMARTY Cologne City Center Hotel
SMARTY Hotel
SMARTY Cologne City Center Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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SMARTY Cologne City Center Hotel | Hostel
SMARTY Cologne City Center Hostel
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MEININGER Hotel Köln City Center
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Frequently asked questions

Does SMARTY Cologne City Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, SMARTY Cologne City Center does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at SMARTY Cologne City Center?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 12 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times at SMARTY Cologne City Center?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at SMARTY Cologne City Center and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

Does SMARTY Cologne City Center have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room.

What's the area around SMARTY Cologne City Center like?

SMARTY Cologne City Center is a short 4-minute walk from Zuelpicher Platz U-Bahn and 9 minutes' walk from Neumarkt.

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SMARTY Cologne City Center Reviews

Reviews

6.2

Good

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Die Students Residence, in der wir geschlafen haben, hatte eine sehr gute Lage (Schaafenstraße quasi nebenan, Innenstadt 10 Minuten zu Fuß). Was es für uns wirklich runtergezogen hat, waren die Sauberkeit und Ausstattung: total staubig, nicht nur alle Oberflächen im gesamten Apartment (und es war nicht besonders groß), sondern auch die Polster der beiden Stühle im Zimmer und des Kopfteils des Bettes. Ekelhaft. Man konnte einfach sehen, dass mehrere Wochen (mindestens) nicht geputzt wurde. Der Boden hat total geklebt, weshalb wir die Schuhe angelassen haben, der Toilettendeckel hatte auch schon bessere Tage gesehen, da er einfach nur noch auf der Schüssel lag, ohne befestigt zu sein (haben es versucht, aber nichts zu machen). Es gab nur 2 große Handtücher und als uns die Papiere für die Hände ausgegangen sind, mussten wir ein wenig improvisieren. Mein persönliches Manko ist auch die zu weiche Matratze, aber da ist jeder verschieden. Ansonsten von der Lage her eigentlich super, der Service war auch gut und freundlich (uns haben die Kopfkissenbezüge gefehlt und wurden schnell bezogen) und der Preis wäre auch in Ordnung gewesen, wenn Sauberkeit, Ausstattung und deren Zustand besser gewesen wären. So war es für ein Wochenende auszuhalten, aber ich werde beim nächsten mal ein anderes Hotel nehmen.
Malin, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Die Flure sind extrem verdreckt! Sehr unangenehmer Geruch auf dem Zimmer. Hat nichts mit den Fotos gemeinsam. Badezimmer hat gestunken. Es war so unangenehm, dass wir unseren Besuch abgebrochen haben und wieder abgereist sind. Extrem schlechter Check-out - keinerlei Erklärungen. Für den Check-in mussten wir erst jemanden anrufen, um das Gebäude zu betreten, danach war der self-checkin einfach.
Maximiliane, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Es war leider sehr dreckig, wir mussten erstmal selber putzen um das Bad usw. benutzen zu können. Top Lage, nah an der Innenstadt, Kiosk um die Ecke, ruhig. Günstiger Preis, für die unterbringung angebracht. Das Personal war freundlich, check in und out verliefen reibungslos und schnell.
Anita, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Vincent-John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Für einen Trip mit Freunden okay!
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The pictures are really misleading. The property can barely be used as some place where you just sleep during the nights. The rooms are nowhere close to as nice as shown in the pictures. They are old, with all kinds of stains of the walls, the washroom is decent. Overall the area is extremely tiny. Its not worth the price IMO.
Smarth, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Disappointed... Very bad service
When we came to the hotel, the front door was locked, lights inside where off and on a printed paper on the front door was written that the hotel operation is currently discontinued. We were shocked because we didn't know this 2 days ago while booking. Ringing the doorbell didn't help. Just after 2 times calling a number of the security company someone answered, but give us a wrong Pincode to enter. After 25 minutes someone who lives in the building helped us to open the front door. After opening the front door, there were a lot of problems during check in (45 minutes) and a few hours later to enter the room, because the card to enter the room was not working. From the moment I called for help till the moment someone came to help and I finally could enter our room, approximately 90 minutes passed. The table in the room is sticky if you touch it, the room was a bit dusty like it is not cleaned properly. And in the night when we went to sleep, there were also some hairs in bed....ieuw... The time we lost, the stress and the total disappointment of the service of the hotel was too much. Sorry, but I will not advise this place to my friends.
MWR, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Das Personal war sehr freundlich und bemüht. Das Zimmer war sauber. Späte Anreise war möglich, Schlüssel musste an einem anderen Hotel geholt werden - unübersichtlich wenn man sich in der Stadt nicht auskennt, insgesamt 30 min Fußmarsch. Hotel von außen kaum beleuchtet. Möbel sind abgewohnt und gehören auf den Sperrmüll. Betten sind alte Metallgestelle, wackeln und quietschen bei jeder Bewegung. Fernseher ging nicht, Lampe auf dem Tisch ohne Glühbirne, keine Lampen am Bett - insgesamt nicht sehr wohnlich. Zimmer entsprach nicht den Internetseiten. Es war nachts sehr laut.
Privat, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ein Nacht in Köln
Das Hotel war sehr zentral, leider wurden wir spontan umgebucht in dieses Hotel da das andere auf Grund von Corina geschlossen war. Nettes Personal, hilfsbereit. Sauberkeit war nicht topp. Servierten im Regal staubig. Tassen und Gläser für Tee und Kaffee staubig und nicht richtig sauber. Betten haben sich sehr viel bewegt, zwei Einzelbetten. Und Matratzen waren mir persönlich viel Zu hart, aber das ist Geschmackssache.
Mariell, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Sopjani, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok
Very dirty. Cleaning stuff only change the sheets without removing the dust from the room. I got three bed bugs bites. Anyway the hostel is in a nice area of Cologne and it is comfortable.
Demetrio, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Emre, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Location was good but the beds are dangerous. One of the beds in room 202 would just collapse if you knocked into it. I ended up sleeping on the floor because the bed collapsed during the night. Not great. I know it was cheap but I expected a bit better. Thanks
kayleigh, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Hat mir nicht gefallen......... Ich wurde nicht wieder dahin wollen. Ist nicht zu empfehlen
3-night trip

6/10 Good

Broken beds
When first entering the room there was a funny smell in the room and then when we came to put our bags on the beds we noticed that the bunk bed was extremely dangerous as the whole thing was unstable, when we notified reception they said they would check the bed and “if it was faulty” they would change our room however they told us that there was nothing wrong with the bed and it was perfectly fine even though the top bunk about 10cm in either direction and the bottom bunk was at an angle. Due to this we had to put one of the mattresses on the floor and sleep on that as the we didn’t feel safe with someone on the top bunk. The brace on the single bed was at a 45° angle and bowed when it was sat on.
Adam, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I wouldn’t advise this as a place for solo travellers looking to meet people. It’s basically hotel rooms with as many beds crammed in as possible. It’s a little close quartered if you’re sharing with strangers! If you just want a bed for then I guess it’s alright. In my room there were no sockets near the bed, the main lighting didn’t reach the lower bunk and there’s no separate lighting near the beds. That being said, beds were comfortable, room and bathroom were clean and communal area was decent. Good value for money. I stayed during Karneval and some foul reprobate defecated in the urinal in the communal area which rather out a damper on things but that was hardly the fault of the establishment.
Henry, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

JOSE, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

No go Hotel
Die Zimmer bzw. Betten waren grauselig im Feldbetten Niveau. Waschbecken im Miniaturformat.
Gerd, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cute little hostel with a great location in the middle of Cologne. Nice 24 hr bar and lounge area plus kitchen.
2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Ich war noch nie in so einem schlechten Hotel wie in diesem , Hotel darf das nicht mal genannt werden . Alles alt fühlt sich man wäre in 1990, nicht empfehlenswert !! Aber das Personal war sehr sehr freundlich !
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and comfy. Private room totally equipped with all you need.
Frederico, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Die sauberkeit is der hammer und billig war es auch deshalb volle punktzahl!!!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again
Great location
Ryan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

4-night trip