You'll soon discover why this Innenstadt collection of natural objects is a hit with travelers. If you're searching for more to explore, Cologne Cathedral, RheinEnergieStadion, and Old Market are in this area too. They won't take very long to get to from Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum.

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Kristallhotel Fettehenne

Rheindorf

$431

per person

Dec 19 - Dec 22

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Roundtrip flight included

Edinburgh (EDI) to Cologne (CGN)

17.6/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)

Balcony made the stay for me. Only made beds and clean towels not floors. No staff on premises at night. No Ice

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025

Hotel zur Malzmühle

Old Town Cologne

$667

per person

Dec 19 - Dec 22

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Roundtrip flight included

Edinburgh (EDI) to Cologne (CGN)

17.6/10 Exceptional! (314 reviews)

Honestly this place is a hidden gem, from the moment I check in, to check out there was nothing I could complain about. Beds comfy, area was a perfect walk to all transport and bars. I didn’t try breakfast, but I will definitely be booking here again!

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Hotel am Augustinerplatz

Old Town Cologne

$751

per person

Dec 19 - Dec 22

found 10 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Edinburgh (EDI) to Cologne (CGN)

16/10 Exceptional! (484 reviews)

The bathroom had old amenities and ripped towels. The rest was great!

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

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