Left of Rhine Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Left of Rhine
Old Town Cologne
Cologne Cathedral and Hohe Strasse 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.
Altstadt-Nord
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.
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 Rheinau Harbour, and jump on the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Südstadt
When in Südstadt and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Cologne Cathedral or Rheinau Harbour and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chlodwigplatz U-Bahn or Ubierring U-Bahn.
Maritim Hotel Köln
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Pullman Cologne
"Breakfast could have had more options, it’s 30 dollars for one meal and little to pick from"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Novotel Köln City
"Clean room 👍 Staff 👍 Parking 👍"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Köln City
"Staff were very friendly and helpful, however room was not clean, dishwasher was disgusting, centrally controlled air circulation was set to heat which meant room was extremely hot and only way to cool down was to open the windows to a very noisy street with traffic and ambulances running all night. ..."
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Limehome Köln Friesenplatz
"loved the location of the property and its convenience"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Design Sleepy Cologne
"This hotel can only tell you if you can use there indoor parking on the day you will check-in. So you cannot reserve a parking spot before hand. This made us drive around for an hour to find a safe parking space in the neighbourhood. Also, the name of the hotel is not written on the building. The ..."
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.
Musical Dome
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.
Chocolate Museum
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.
Hay Market
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.
Old Market
Cologne's marketplace during medieval times is now a hot spot for café culture and outdoor entertainment.
Neumarkt
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.
Activities
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour
Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour
Cologne: Top Sights Rhine River Cruise - Skyline Tour
Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
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