The Best Hotels Closest to Hay Market in Cologne for 2026

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the bathroom.

A modern building with large windows and a historic building with intricate stonework and statues in the background.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, and a towel.

A modern room with a beige sofa, a small side table with bottles, and a view of a gothic-style building through a window with curtains.

1. Legend Hotel

Altstadt-Nord, 0.1 mi from Hay Market

Anthony

$130 nightly

$147 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel courtyard with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs.

The entrance of Excelsior Hotel Ernst with a classic stone facade, a grand entrance, and a vintage car parked outside.

A grand staircase with blue carpet and gold accents, leading to a marble-floored area with a fountain and potted plants.

A luxurious lobby with a central blue sofa, yellow armchairs, and a patterned carpet.

2. Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

Altstadt-Nord, 0.4 mi from Hay Market

marjaneh

$311 nightly

$350 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A modern lounge area with a leather sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items, and a staircase with glass railings leading to an upper level.

A modern lounge area with a beige sofa, blue armchairs, and a glass display case filled with decorative items.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging light fixtures.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with decorative items.

3. Motel One Köln-Messe

Deutz, 0.8 mi from Hay Market

STEPHEN

$89 nightly

$100 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bar with wooden furniture, hanging lights, and a view of the street.

A restaurant named 'Legs Eleven' with outdoor seating and a chalkboard sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and outdoor seating area.

4. Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

Altstadt-Nord, 0.2 mi from Hay Market

Liana

$122 nightly

$137 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A modern restaurant with large windows offering views of a historic cathedral and a bridge. Tables are arranged with chairs, and the interior features exposed beams and hanging light fixtures.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the city.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a cathedral and a bridge. There are two tables with vases of flowers and a sofa with cushions.

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a lamp.

5. Hyatt Regency Cologne

Deutz, 0.5 mi from Hay Market

Lara

$151 nightly

$170 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A brightly lit hotel with multiple floors and a prominent entrance.

A modern living room with a large TV, plush seating, a patterned rug, and a decorative vase with flowers.

A view from a window overlooking a cathedral and residential buildings.

A buffet with various food items and condiments.

6. CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

Altstadt-Nord, 0.2 mi from Hay Market

Jenna

$99 nightly

$111 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a wicker sofa with towels, and a stone-tiled wall.

A modern hotel room with a curved sofa, a small round table with a vase of flowers, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a cathedral through the window.

A courtyard with a metal bucket of champagne bottles, a brick building with large windows, and outdoor seating.

A modern hotel lobby with comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a large window with a view of a gothic-style building.

7. Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

Altstadt-Nord, 0.8 mi from Hay Market

LLYXXEANE

$100 nightly

$112 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of a historic cathedral.

The exterior of Urban Loft, a modern hotel with a glass facade, located at 50668 Cologne.

8. URBAN LOFT Cologne

Altstadt-Nord, 0.7 mi from Hay Market

Katherine

$98 nightly

$110 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a metal staircase, lounge chairs, and a woven basket on the floor.

A modern building with a glass entrance and the name "Adina" displayed above.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and planters, in front of a building with glass windows and a sign reading "Entrance South".

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

9. Adina Apartment Hotel Cologne

Deutz, 0.8 mi from Hay Market

Jacqueline

$119 nightly

$134 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a glass balcony and a view of a historic tower in the background.

A reception desk with a marble countertop, wooden paneling, and a vase with green plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a headboard with integrated lighting.

A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a B-CHILL hotel.

10. B-Chill Cologne

Altstadt-Süd, 0.2 mi from Hay Market

Christine

$103 nightly

$115 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a black sofa, a large mirror, and a vibrant abstract wall art.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, and a large painting on the wall.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, tables, and chairs, featuring a city view in the background.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a garden area with various plants and trees.

11. Savoy Hotel

Altstadt-Nord, 0.7 mi from Hay Market

Justin

$189 nightly

$213 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

A modern spa area with stone walls, wooden benches, and a large potted plant.

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, seating, and a large potted plant.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and a potted plant.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

12. Hilton Cologne

Altstadt-Nord, 0.5 mi from Hay Market

Jonathan

$125 nightly

$141 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A buffet with various food items and a variety of hanging pendant lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a leather chair, a blue hammock, and a view of a cathedral.

A modern lobby with a large abstract mural, comfortable seating, and ambient lighting.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, round wooden tables, and a colorful mosaic wall.

13. Motel One Köln-Neumarkt

Altstadt-Süd, 0.4 mi from Hay Market

Ankita

$96 nightly

$107 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a reception desk, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A modern urban waterfront with high-rise buildings, a marina with boats, and a clear sky.

A buffet setup with various dishes and utensils, a decorative plant, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

14. Cologne Marriott Hotel

Altstadt-Nord, 0.6 mi from Hay Market

Penelope

$141 nightly

$158 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A dining table with a tray of food and drinks, a glass of orange juice, and a glass of water, with a view of a cathedral in the background.

A modern living room with a round coffee table, two red armchairs, a blue ottoman, and a large potted plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating for guests.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

15. CityClass Hotel am Dom

Altstadt-Nord, 0.2 mi from Hay Market

Benny

$105 nightly

$118 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A hotel reception area with a marble wall, multiple screens, and a tiled floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a central counter displaying food and beverages, a glass partition, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

16. Novotel Köln City

Altstadt-Süd, 0.7 mi from Hay Market

Jerome Anthony

$86 nightly

$97 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with a view of a cathedral and cityscape.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed ductwork, and large windows offering a city view. Tables are set with red chairs and empty plates, indicating readiness for diners.

A spacious lobby with a circular seating area, a reception desk, and a modern ceiling design.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round mirror, a wooden vanity with a sink, a red chair, and a potted plant.

17. 25hours Hotel The Circle

Altstadt-Nord, 0.8 mi from Hay Market

Tugbek

$101 nightly

$113 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A modern lounge with large windows, a yellow sofa, and a city view.

A restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a city view. Tables are set with plates, glasses, and cutlery.

A modern building with a glass facade, hexagonal patterned floor, and circular wall decorations.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, bar stools, and hanging plants.

18. Wasserturm Hotel Cologne, Curio Collection by Hilton

Altstadt-Süd, 0.5 mi from Hay Market

Karina

$124 nightly

$140 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a central seating area.

A brick fireplace with a fire, a bench, and a statue on the wall.

A courtyard with a brick building, large windows, and a round table with benches.

A restaurant interior with brick walls, pendant lighting, and neatly arranged tables and chairs.

19. Maternushaus

Altstadt-Nord, 0.7 mi from Hay Market

Hannah

$116 nightly

$131 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A staircase with ornate golden railings and a black carpeted floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a view of the hallway.

A historic building with a prominent clock tower, large windows, and a central entrance.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a large aquarium.

20. Hopper Hotel St. Josef, WorldHotels Crafted

Altstadt-Süd, 0.8 mi from Hay Market

James

$87 nightly

$98 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Hay Market Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Cologne

10/10 Excellent

"There was nothing that was missing or that we needed that the staff here didn’t take care of. Breakfast was amazing, rooms were clean and spacious, and anything we needed around town was taken care of quickly by the concierge. Highly recommend staying here, the views are amazing also"

CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

10/10 Excellent

"Very new, very clean, very close to Cologne Cathedral and train station, many restaurants next to the hotel. Strongly recommended for visiting Cologne."

Rhein-Hotel St. Martin

10/10 Excellent

"Great views of the Rhein river, bridges, and St Martin church. Lovely room! Staff was friendly and helpful. Walking distance to main train station and Koln Cathedral. Light breakfast included. Plenty of patio dining. Would stay again!"

Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

8/10 Good

"Says boutique but more of a business type hotel 210 rooms, nice enough and great location by the cathedral"

Eden Hotel Früh am Dom

10/10 Excellent

"The location is great and the staff were vey helpful and kind. We needed a lot of assistance with our luggage and they were very helpful. There is a lot of construction going on around so navigating a car might be hard but you can see the cathedral right from the breakfast window. It’s a great spot."

Maritim Hotel Köln

8/10 Good

"Huge place but good with the Cathedral from the Balcony it was awesome"

Novotel Köln City

8/10 Good

"Bain-douche un peu haute pour personnes âgées."

Premier Inn Köln City Süd

8/10 Good

"Good location on the outskirts of town. Was quite a bit of noise with being close to the rail and road so would recommend ear plugs. Hotel was clean, staff were friendly."

Mauritius Hotel & Therme

8/10 Good

"Why to pay extra for spa when you book spa hotel from the beginning?"

Other attractions near Hay Market

A street with a large mural, historic buildings, and a street sign for Hohes Str.

Wallraf-Richartz Museum

8.6/10 (111 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Wallraf-Richartz Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.

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A cobblestone street lined with shops and signs, including a visible 'Burberry London' sign.

Old Market

8.8/10 (2,178 reviews)

The city’s former marketplace is now a lively spot known for its café culture and carnivals.

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A historic church with twin spires, colorful buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Great St. Martin Church

8.6/10 (404 reviews)

Check out the Romanesque architecture of the church and former Benedictine abbey that has defined Cologne’s Old Town skyline since medieval times.

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A historic tower with intricate architecture, a modern building with multiple floors, and a clear blue sky.

City Hall

8.4/10 (660 reviews)

Over 900 years of history are built into the stones of Cologne’s governmental buildings, where structures from throughout the centuries form one stunning landmark.

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Tünnes and Schäl

Enjoy an outing to Tünnes and Schäl during your stay in Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Fragrance Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Fragrance Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cologne. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.

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Archaeological Zone Roman Praetorium

You can learn about the history of Cologne with a trip to Archaeological Zone Roman Praetorium. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.

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St Maria im Kapitol

Learn about the local history of Cologne when you spend time at St Maria im Kapitol. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hay Market?

Hay Market is located in a historic area of Cologne known for its top museums and stunning cathedral. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 226 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Hay Market?

Adjacent to Hay Market, Maritim Hotel Köln is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices within a short distance include Premier Inn Köln City Süd and Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln.

How many hotels are there close to Hay Market?

Expedia has 226 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Hay Market.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Hay Market, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Hay Market.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Hay Market?

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What can I see and do near Hay Market?

Museum Ludwig, Chocolate Museum, and Wallraf-Richartz Museum feature captivating exhibits. Cologne Cathedral, Cologne Triangle, and Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Cologne Philharmonic, Musical Dome, and Volkstheater Millowitsch if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Hay Market?

With so many transportation options, exploring the area around Hay Market is easy. Take advantage of metro transit at Heumarkt U-Bahn, Neumarkt U-Bahn, and Poststrasse U-Bahn. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station), Köln Dom/Central Station (tief), or Cologne Central Station.

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Our top choices for Hay Market hotels

1. Legend Hotel

2. Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

3. Motel One Köln-Messe

4. Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

5. Hyatt Regency Cologne

6. CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

7. Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

8. URBAN LOFT Cologne

9. Adina Apartment Hotel Cologne

10. B-Chill Cologne

11. Savoy Hotel

12. Hilton Cologne

13. Motel One Köln-Neumarkt

14. Cologne Marriott Hotel

15. CityClass Hotel am Dom

16. Novotel Köln City

17. 25hours Hotel The Circle

18. Wasserturm Hotel Cologne, Curio Collection by Hilton

19. Maternushaus

20. Hopper Hotel St. Josef, WorldHotels Crafted

Top Hay Market Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Cologne

CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

Rhein-Hotel St. Martin

Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

Eden Hotel Früh am Dom

Maritim Hotel Köln

Novotel Köln City

Premier Inn Köln City Süd

Mauritius Hotel & Therme

Other attractions near Hay Market

Wallraf-Richartz Museum

Old Market

Great St. Martin Church

City Hall

Tünnes and Schäl

Fragrance Museum

Archaeological Zone Roman Praetorium

St Maria im Kapitol

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