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Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen

Hotel with free breakfast, 8-minute walk to Chocolate Museum

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Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen sits in central Cologne, where guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet each morning. The property provides in-room WiFi, attentive staff ready to assist with questions, convenient luggage storage, and elevator access for easy movement throughout the building.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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Standard Double Room Single Use

Standard Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Television
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Television
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Television
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds

Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Television
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
In-room safe
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Television
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
In-room safe
Desk
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Television
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin 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
  • Cologne Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Musical Dome - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds - 3 min drive - 2.1 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

  • ‪Hafenterrasse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Lyskirchen Köln - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Krua Thai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Takezo Ramen Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zerin Döner - ‬3 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:
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a lift
  • A vending machine, laundry services and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front desk safe
  • 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

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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

  • In-room 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

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
Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt
Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt Cologne
Novum Hotel Köln
Novum Hotel Köln Altstadt
Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Hotel
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 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen on 13 Nov 2025 start from NZ$144.39, 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 St Maria im Kapitol 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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Reviews

Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Reviews

6.8

7.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 307 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 127 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Konstantinos

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

Nice hotel!

Nice hotel within the budget and very close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel room was basic but clean and with a free breakfast very good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

Jan Kelvin

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

Historical Hotel: 5-star

I love the medieval vibes of the hotel, and upon research, the hotel has been in service since the 12th century. I love the location and its proximity to public transport and tourist attractions. The staff were also lovely.
Stayed 4 nights 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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cool, Quirky and full of Character,

Great little place, huge by Europe standards, clean functional convenient. Was quirky, dark, but definitely filled with character and atmosphere look forward to staying there again next conference in Cologne
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

6/10 Okay

Lloyd

Modest accommodations

Property photos look much nicer than actual hotel. Hotel felt more like a nice hostel. Located next to exotic shops and cinema. Nice weather during my stay so not having air conditioning was not too big of an issue. Restroom plumbing had a poor smell. Accommodations worked but I think it is overpriced for what you get.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Goran

Liked: Staff & service

Great location but hotel is outdated

Older hotel with outdated rooms. The location and staff are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unknown to us, the bed was infested with bed bugs. Completely ruined our stay in Cologne. Although the reception staff were very sympathetic, the manager/owner could not care less about our grievance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Magnus

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A full account of our stay.

Checking in in the evening the young man was overly helpful. The room did NOT look like the pictures, the carpet very dirty as was the one chair in our room. The bedding an towels nice, but we both rolled to the middle, old bed. Breakfast nice as was the morning staff. Also NO Wifi the 2 days we were there! They said…working on it?
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Carolin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was not inside the hotel and was cold and some stuff was broken.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was double booked so we had to move hotels, they said we would be refunded part of the payment, never received it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Solange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very sweet and welcoming. Very positive attitude despite the people checking in, in front of us being very difficult. No letting it out on others just very patient and friendly and professional. Wish I could have gotten her name to give the best word on her. Carpet is a little worn as well as some smudges on the walls here and there but you could tell it was from natural wear and tear. Otherwise everything was impeccably clean and the breakfast was very neat and filling. Would gladly stay here again. It was super convenient and walking distance from public transportation and cathedral was a 15 minute walk and you could stroll through the shopping strip or the old square on the way.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Britta

Liked: Cleanliness
Zimmer war zwar klein,aber für eine Zwischeübernachtung ok.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Valeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cercana del centro El día anterior de mi checkin no me hicieron limpieza del cuarto El desayuno con muy pocas opciones
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ingo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schlechteste Unterkunft unseres Lebens: Kanalrohre undicht, daher Toilettenabwässer auf dem Badezimmerboden, Beleuchtung defekt, kein WLAN, Fenster aus dem Rahmen gefallen, Vorhänge heruntergerissen, Duschabfluß voller Haare, Teppich großflächig verfärbt, Lampenschirme verdreckt, schlechter Allgemeinzustand. Wir mußten 2 Tage in Zimmer #23 aushalten, da niemand an der Rezeption verfügbar war. Danach gab es ein neues (besseres) Zimmer. Unsere schriftlichen Beschwerden werden vom Management bis heute ignoriert, inzwischen wurde der Fall bei Expedia eskaliert. Erstattung: Fehlanzeige. Nie wieder. Achtung: Hotel liegt inmitten eines Rotlichtbereiches.
Rinnsal mit Abwässern der Toilette
Verdreckte Lampenschirme am Bett
Abgenutzte und mehrfach reparierte Tür
Fensterflügel aus dem Rahmen gefallen
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

jutha

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ontbijt heel sober
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Achim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Es war alles in Ordnung .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025