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Hotel · Cologne · North Rhine-Westphalia

Art Rock Downtown Hotel

A straightforward stay in the heart of Cologne, a short walk from the Cathedral, with modern rooms and a shared kitchen.

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
  • 24-hour reception
  • On-site private parking
8.1 Great 2002 reviews Booking.com 8.1 · 2002 reviews

About

Art Rock Downtown Hotel

Art Rock Downtown Hotel sits on the 6th floor of a building on Hohe Strasse, one of Cologne's main shopping streets, entered via Pipinstrasse next to a Rewe supermarket. It's a 15-minute walk from the Roman-Cologne Catholic Cathedral and close to the Christmas markets, shopping district, and the main train station. The property offers free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception, a shared kitchen, and a private parking lot on site.

Rooms range from singles to family rooms and apartments, all with shower, heating, and air conditioning. Some doubles have a balcony, and the larger apartments come with a dining table and sitting area. The hostel-style setup includes a terrace with garden furniture, a leisure/TV room, a snack bar, and laundry facilities.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Quiet despite the central location — Guests describe the atmosphere as quiet and peaceful even though the hotel sits on a busy shopping street.
  • Clean and modern rooms — Rooms are described as spotlessly clean and updated, with good air conditioning.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — Multiple reviews highlight the staff's friendliness and willingness to help, including with taxi tips.
  • Unbeatable city-center location — A short walk to the Cathedral, Christmas markets, shopping district, and main train station, with shops and eateries nearby.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accept pets, so those traveling with animals will need to look elsewhere.
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only possible between 15:00 and 23:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
  • Some rooms have bunk beds — The apartment and quadruple rooms feature bunk beds, which may not suit all travelers.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Quadruple Room

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double or Twin Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Apartment 6

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Standard Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Family Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Apartment 8

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Apartment

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • Lift
  • Safe deposit box
  • Key card access
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Parking & Services

  • On-site car park
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Fax/Photocopying

Kitchen & Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
  • Dining table

Rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Parquet floor
  • Cots

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.1
Great 2002 reviews

Guest-rated 8.1/10 from 2,002 reviews

Booking.com · 8.1 · 2002 reviews
8.1Verified guest

“The staff were friendly and helpful — we had everything we needed.”

8.1Verified guest

“Spotlessly clean.”

8.1Verified guest

“Spacious family room, good air conditioning, and a modern kitchen.”

8.1Verified guest

“Quiet despite the busy surroundings, which made the stay more pleasant.”

8.1Verified guest

“Cozy and comfortable bed, and the staff were friendly.”

8.1Verified guest

“The best brand-new hotel — incredibly nice staff and updated rooms. Location is great, close to shops, cafes, historical sites, bars, and pubs. Try Yuzu for lunch or dinner, about a 4-6 minute walk away. No complaints — highly recommend.”

04 — Location

Getting around Cologne

The property sits in Cologne.

Downtown Cologne: The hotel is on Hohe Strasse, a main shopping street, with the Roman-Cologne Catholic Cathedral about a 15-minute walk away. The Christmas markets, shopping district, and main train station are all within easy reach.

Hohe Strasse 30A, 6. Etage, Eingang Pipinstrasse Neben Rewe, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, 50667, Germany

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:00
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
9 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 11:00.

Is parking available on site?

Yes, the hotel has a private parking lot available on site.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Is there free Wi-Fi?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and it's free.

The bottom line

A reliable, well-reviewed choice in the heart of Cologne — quiet, clean, and central, with the essentials done right. Best for travelers who want to be steps from the action without the noise.

8.1Based on 2,002 reviews with an 8.1 rating

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