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Our guide on where to stay in Left of Rhine

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A cathedral with two tall spires, a river with boats, and a cityscape with buildings and trees.

Altstadt-Nord

6 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Cologne City Museum, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Old Town Cologne

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Cologne Cathedral and Schildergasse are a few top attractions in Old Town Cologne. Hop around the city on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn and check out the area's stunning cathedral, stunning river views and popular shops.

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Altstadt-Süd

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. You can visit top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Schildergasse, and jump on the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Neustadt-Süd

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Süd. Top attractions like Rhine and Volkstheater Millowitsch are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Eifelstrasse U-Bahn or Eifelplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Belgian Quarter

While you're in Belgian Quarter, take in top sights like Friesenplatz and jump on the metro at Friesenplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Left of Rhine Holiday

Left of Rhine Essential Information

Language
German
Currency
Euros
Local Welcome
Guten Tag
Local Goodbye
Tschüss
Closest Airport
Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN)
Top Sights
Volksgarten, MediaPark and Schildergasse

Our pick of the best Left of Rhine Hotel Deals

Maritim Hotel Köln

Maritim Hotel Köln

Heumarkt 20 Cologne NW
AU$187
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,221 reviews)
"Nice hotel with pretty views."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Maritim Hotel Köln
Premier Inn Köln City Süd

Premier Inn Köln City Süd

Perlengraben 2 Cologne
AU$120
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"We booked 1 double and 1 twin room. The Rooms are tiny. Just enough room for the bed and no where to store a suitcase. Barely enough room to walk past. The room with the twin beds had a clear stain on the carpet which clearly needed to be replaced. The hotel location is OK, 15min walk to city centre. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Premier Inn Köln City Süd
Novotel Köln City

Novotel Köln City

Bayenstr. 51 Cologne NW
AU$165
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"This was a lovely stay and met all our needs as a family of 4. Splitting the sofa bed to have the beds apart a bit would've worked a bit better for us but that's a personal thing. The main bed was really comfy! Water pressure was crap so that needs addressed however I do think they are maybe just ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Novotel Köln City
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Stay near popular Left of Rhine attractions

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Cologne Cathedral

9.2/10 (5,405 reviews)
Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.
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A cobblestone square with outdoor cafes, autumn trees, and historic buildings.

Old Market

8.8/10 (2,178 reviews)
Cologne's marketplace during medieval times is now a hot spot for café culture and outdoor entertainment.
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Chocolate Museum

8.6/10 (1,697 reviews)
Delve into the delectable history of chocolate and sample the confectionary as you find out about the different ways that it is produced around the world.
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Musical Dome

8.6/10 (292 reviews)
Enjoy a show at Musical Dome, a theatre with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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A historic church with a tall spire and a modern building with balconies.

Hay Market

8.6/10 (135 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Cologne when you spend time at Hay Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
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Neumarkt

8.6/10 (1,216 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Cologne with a trip to Neumarkt. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
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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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Friesenplatz

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Cologne when you take a trip to Friesenplatz. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
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What to do in Left of Rhine

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Cologne: Histories & Typical Cologne

AU$26
per adult
Cologne: Histories & Typical Cologne
Outdoor seating at the Hard Rock Cafe in Cologne

Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience

AU$47
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour

Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour

AU$25
per adult
Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour
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