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  • 2/5 Rafael P. 2 years ago on Google
    I was on a business travel for one night there. My room was 3.8 sqm and didnt even had a desk. If you are going only to sleep for one night is ok, if no: AVOID! Was all clean and everything, but come on... beneath one's dignity! Not recommended for vacation.
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  • 1/5 Jordan S. 1 year ago on Google
    **** UPDATE: > 6mo later and a lot of communication later, a refund has been given!! ITS A SCAM. Not worth the stay. This hotel tried to claim that I did not pay, so they charged me again upon arrival. Later, the young man at the front admitted his mistake and said he would refund my card but that it would take 3-5 business days for it to go through. Well here I am 3 MONTHS later. And no refund. The customer service is terrible and impossible to speak with an actual representative. Julio Espinoza also confirmed that I would be getting a refund. But surprise. Still no refund.
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  • 4/5 Hendrik 1. 1 month ago on Google • 258 reviews New
    Super Hostel für eine Übernachtung in perfekter Lage. Direkt gelegen am Kölner Hauptbahnhof, ca 4 Minuten Fußweg. Empfangsmitarbeiter sehr freundlich. Zimmer klein aber ausreichend ausgestattet. Toilette war in Ordnung und sauber. Dusche hat funktioniert, Ausblick war ok.
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  • 2/5 John D. 4 years ago on Google
    I've been to many A&O hostels in Europe but this one was strangely different. I paid the standard price for the booking, but the (double) rooms are very very small, the breakfast offers less than I was used from other A&O hostels, the walls need fresh paint and in the room you can hear every noise from the hallway and the neighboring shower. No community room or lounge available. The room and toilet was clean and the staff was friendly though. An asset is that the location is close to the main station, dome, and shopping/restaurants. However, I still wonder about the different quality of accommodation which you get here. The A&O hostels in Vienna, Prague and Graz offered way more for the same money...would not choose this one again.
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  • 1/5 Fernando García-Baró H. 6 years ago on Google
    Honestly, the worst hotel I've ever stayed in in my whole life. The receptionist wasn't nice, the room was incredibly small, the bed was a catastrophe, it wasn't even very clean, no remote for the TV, the curtain didn't cover the window completely and I had the A&O light sing right next to my window, so it wasn't dark for the whole night... I will never ever come back to this hotel and I wouldn't recommend to anyone. For that prize, there are lots of better choices.
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  • 2/5 Mio 3 months ago on Google • 426 reviews New
    Very good location. Could see hotel from Köln central station. Room is small and simple but clean. Heard some noise from upstairs, not much from outside. No AC and it was cold in our room. I met two person at reception and both of them were quite unhelpful and unkind. Do nothing and say nothing untill I made action. Very reasonable and good for tourist who need just sleep.

  • 4/5 Joel G. 2 months ago on Google • 349 reviews New
    My stay at A&O Hostel Köln Dom was a mixed bag. On the positive side, the location was unbeatable, just a stone's throw away from the iconic Cologne Cathedral. The hostel's modern and vibrant design added a touch of flair to the overall experience. However, the room, though clean, felt a bit cramped, and the shared facilities were average at best. The staff was friendly but not overly attentive. It's a decent budget option for a short stay, especially if you prioritize location over luxurious accommodations.

  • 1/5 M. Z. 3 months ago on Google • 221 reviews New
    check-in: the young lady was very kind. location: honestly considering the price, location is good. cleaning: problematic, need serious improvement (not only in the bed also in the bathroom there were a lot of long hairs) breakfast: below average. room: it was ok except heating system. My room was not warm besides it was cold since i checked in and until i checked out. i informed the staff but unfortunatelly she did not care. check-out: other young lady did not care my early check out. she also did not care the heating system problem in my room.

  • 4/5 Mario “Rabery” R. 1 month ago on Google • 90 reviews New
    Top Lage,alles schnell zu erreichen,Bars Gaststätten usw... Dazu ruhige Lage wenn man Zimmer auf der Seite hat. Zimmerservice etwas behäbig,wir hatten keinen die 2 Tage Mülleimer war gefüllt, Handtücher nicht getauscht... Für 1 Wochenendausflug oder Kurztrip ausreichend auch das Frühstück war ok.

  • 5/5 Grozda �. 3 months ago on Google • 82 reviews New
    Nestled in the vibrant city center, a&o Hostel Köln Dom offers the perfect base for exploring the magical Christmas market. The double room provides a comfortable and affordable option for travelers seeking a cozy retreat after a day of festive adventures. With its central location, you'll find yourself immersed in the heart of the action, surrounded by the twinkling lights, aromatic food stalls, and joyful atmosphere of the Christmas market. Beyond the Christmas market, the hostel's central location allows for easy access to other attractions in Cologne. Take a stroll along the Rhine River, visit the Chocolate Museum, or explore the historic Old Town. The Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands majestically nearby, offering breathtaking views from its observation deck.

  • 4/5 Sascha M. 1 month ago on Google • 30 reviews New
    Das war mein erstes Hostel und trotz der "Warnungen" vorab war es total in Ordnung. Nettes Personal, welches sehr hilfreich war und sofort helfen konnte bei Fragen oder Problemen. Doppelzimmer eng und überschaubar aber zweckmäßig zum schlafen und vor allem sauber. Frühstück ebenso überschaubar aber ebenso zweckmäßig für die erste Mahlzeit. Wer keine großen Ansprüche an sein Frühstück stellt, kann damit äußerst zufrieden sein. Die Lage ist einfach top, da total zentral und quasi in Spuckweite zum Dom. Sicher nicht das allerneuste Gebäude aber aufgrund der Zweckmäßigkeit und Lage die beste Entscheidung. Anmerkung: Aufenthalt war unter der Woche.

  • 5/5 Emma 1 month ago on Google • 25 reviews New
    Best location for Cologne Carnival and Cathedral, lovely service. Pricy but we booked late the night of the carnival so to be expected. Great option for quick stay in cologne.

  • 4/5 Ri F. 2 months ago on Google • 23 reviews New
    The room was decent for how cheap it was. I had a double room that was small but clean. Location is ideal, you can see Köln cathedral from outside the hotel! And within walking distance from the train station. The staff were really friendly and helpful. It is not a luxury hotel by any means, however it was ideal for a short trip in Köln.

  • 1/5 Patrick Van c. 1 year ago on Google
    The girl at the desk was very friendly and you can't be closer to the centre, but. The price for this 'room' is scandelous. I could have had a room in a 5 star hotel for this price but everything was fully booked. This one should have costed have the price I had to pay. Hardly bigger than my suitcase. The (very small) bathroom is just a toilet and a small shower. There is just one socket ( hidden near the matras). Not even a chair or a mini fridge. What a rip off !! Oh, as an extra; the heating isn't working. In december!! And most disgustingly, I fond someones paper tissues under the matras (picture)!!!

  • 5/5 Saimanoj J. 4 months ago on Google
    Thank you Victoria for your excellent service and support. Highly recommend Thanks Sai

  • 5/5 Hari K. 7 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    This place was a blessing. The host, Victoria made checking in a breeze and a mental relief from the weights of the suitcases. Extremely helpful staff (mostly just Victoria honestly) and I'd highly recommend staying here if you're new to the city or to Europe in general, very foreigner-friendly. The dining station is super cool, with automated pancake and juice dispensers. Close to lots of restaurants and groceries and smoke stores, also pretty close to the station and the Rhine which is gorgeous. Great stay, would definitely come back if I wasn't broke lol.

  • 4/5 hsienhui h. 8 months ago on Google
    I think single room didn’t mean single bed, the bed could be bigger.

  • 3/5 Melusi N. 9 months ago on Google
    Extremely expensive for the service and amenities provided. If I had known, I could have stayed at a nice 3-4 star hotel in the same area for the price I paid.

  • 4/5 Giovanni S. 10 months ago on Google
    Cheap place, clean, well priced and located

  • 4/5 gary m. 10 months ago on Google
    Nice cheap hotel, breakfast OK. Close to Central Station and Cathedral opposite

  • 4/5 Wolfgang M. 10 months ago on Google
    the central location is a real advantage but parking in the area is rather costly. road side rooms are quite loud

  • 1/5 Prova A. 3 years ago on Google
    German speaker are allowed to put bicycle inside. Not mine, probably stranger are not so welcome. Ask twice, nope...really unpleasant, near railway station is not safe at all. If you are riding Rhine route stay away. No air conditioner.

  • 5/5 Abir M. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice place with a good and friendly staff. Prices are also reasonable for the most part. The rooms are very small but the location is priceless. We were there with our baby 1.5 yo and it was ok for a night or 2. They had baby cot and there's an elevator in the building.

  • 5/5 Andreas H. 1 year ago on Google
    I was on a trip from Brussels to Berlin but need to finish a writing. I decided to stop in Cologne, looking for a hotel to stay for one night. I just walked, did no Google search and saw A&O Hostel, near the Cologne train station. I checked in and got into a single-bed room. It is clean, cozy and nice. I found out that the Cologne cathedral is only 300 meters away from this hostel. I walked around the cathedral in the morning. What a nice surprise.

  • 4/5 Rainer G. 1 year ago on Google
    Crammed rooms, inexpensively furnished. Perfect location for short stopovers.

  • 5/5 Vala “Valarauco” M. 1 year ago on Google
    Room was clean, everyone was very friendly. This was our second stay and we enjoyed it again.

  • 5/5 Logan K. 1 year ago on Google
    Clean rooms, great location. It's got all you need if you're not spending too much time in your hotel. The rooms are definitely very small by American standards, and if you're not accustomed to compact bathrooms (accordion shower door, etc) it can take a little getting used to. No complaints, though.

  • 3/5 Felix Z. 6 years ago on Google
    I had a clean single bedroom with daily housekeeping. In the morning there was no water pressure in the shower. The tap water was between lukewarm and hot, cold was not an option. The breakfast looked like a standard hostel breakfast. I choose to have breakfast in town. Especially because the hostel is located directly in the center.

  • 5/5 Roland Monsegu C. 2 years ago on Google
    Perfect price and location. Nice staff

  • 4/5 Julia-F. E. 4 years ago on Google
    Problemloser Check-in & -Out. Toplage, Restaurants,Bars, Bahnhof, Dom alles in Minuten zu Fuß zu erreichen. Sauber! Ruhig obwohl Innenstadt Lage. Schickes, sauberes kleines Bad. Einziger Minuspunkt, keine Klimaanlage. Great place to stay. In middle of Downtown. Everythings around like Restaurants, Bars, Kölner Dom, Downtown Train Station. Clean small bathroom. The only point I would complain about, there are no a/c's in the rooms. But its still a good place to stay and that for a small price.

  • 1/5 Anouar M. 4 years ago on Google
    I paid 35 euros per person and i didn't found blanket, sheets and tower !!!! , Very very Bad Hostel, I never saw that. Impolite home, no preparation of the room unclean room, avoid it if you want to have a good stay ....

  • 3/5 François-Gabriel Percie du S. 5 years ago on Google
    Very disappointed. 200€ for one night, maybe because of high demand this night (even if no particular event was taking place in Cologne!). The room was very cold, and no hot water in the evening due to a power outage or so. The staff offered us the breakfast (which is poor, btw), but the gesture was very small compared to the cost of the night... Maybe a good place as a hostel when they offer "normal" price and face no surprise?

  • 5/5 Marina N. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect location, friendly staff, clean rooms (even though little bit little :)) good breakfast. Definitely recomend and would stay again. :)


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Amenities


  • Hotel
    • ✓ Free Wi-Fi
    • ✓ Paid breakfast
    • ✓ Pet-friendly
    • ✓ Kid-friendly
    • ✓ Bar
    • ✓ Smoke-free
    • ✗ Parking
    • ✗ Pool
    • ✗ Air-conditioned
    • ✗ Business center
    • ✗ Restaurant
    • ✗ Airport shuttle
    • ✗ Fitness center

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