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Our top choices for Cologne Zoo hotels

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a shower area.

1. Stern am Rathaus

Stern am Rathaus
3.5 star property
Altstadt-Nord, 2.8 km from Cologne Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (368 reviews)
"Very pleasant hotel in a top location! Excellent breakfast and the absolute sweetest staff. Highly recommended!"
United States
Daniella
The price is ฿5,073
฿5,699 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stern am Rathaus
A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with green pillows, and a wall-mounted deer head decoration.

2. 1st Floor Köln 2

1st Floor Köln 2
Nippes, 1.6 km from Cologne Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"Hottub was very nice. The con was it makes alot of noice inside the tub. The welcoming can be better. Other than that everything was very nice"
Netherlands
Yassine
The price is ฿4,090
฿4,595 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
1st Floor Köln 2
A hotel courtyard with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs.

3. Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
5.0 star property
Altstadt-Nord, 2.6 km from Cologne Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Highly recommend"
United States
Brian
The price is ฿10,431
฿11,720 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
A modern dining area with a long wooden table and multiple bar stools, large windows providing natural light, and a ceiling with a unique geometric light fixture.

4. Holiday Inn – the niu, Mill Cologne Mülheim by IHG

Holiday Inn – the niu, Mill Cologne Mülheim by IHG
Mülheim, 2.1 km from Cologne Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (352 reviews)
"Staff at this hotel are friendly. Especially Daniel, he gave us recommendations for food and nightlife. Location is prime for train travel."
United States
Cynthia
The price is ฿2,748
฿3,681 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn – the niu, Mill Cologne Mülheim by IHG
A table with two wine glasses and a bottle of wine on a rooftop terrace with a view of a church spire.

5. URBAN LOFT Cologne

URBAN LOFT Cologne
Altstadt-Nord, 2.2 km from Cologne Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,107 reviews)
"Close the city center, walkable distance"
United States
Alime
The price is ฿3,841
฿4,315 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
URBAN LOFT Cologne
A hotel lobby with a modern ceiling design, large columns, and a reception desk.

6. Hotel Stadtpalais

Hotel Stadtpalais
4.0 star property
Deutz, 2.8 km from Cologne Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (832 reviews)
"Nice central location, clean and spacious family room, helpful staff and fabulous breakfast!"
Canada
Eva
The price is ฿6,588
฿7,401 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel Stadtpalais
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large tree.

7. Hyatt Regency Cologne

Hyatt Regency Cologne
Deutz, 2.4 km from Cologne Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great breakfast, top location."
United States
FEDERICO
The price is ฿6,623
฿7,441 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hyatt Regency Cologne
A modern living room with a large TV, plush seating, a patterned rug, and a decorative vase with flowers.

8. CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

CityClass Hotel Alter Markt
4.0 star property
Altstadt-Nord, 2.7 km from Cologne Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean and very comfortable. Located right in the center of the old town so plenty of shops, restaurants and sites to see. We'd stay there again."
United States
claire
The price is ฿3,614
฿4,061 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
CityClass Hotel Alter Markt
A modern lounge area with a leather sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items, and a staircase with glass railings leading to an upper level.

9. Motel One Köln-Messe

Motel One Köln-Messe
Deutz, 2.2 km from Cologne Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Very comfortable terrace, lounge and proximity to sites and restaurants"
United States
Denise
The price is ฿3,135
฿3,523 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Motel One Köln-Messe
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of trees and a radiator under the window.

10. Hotel Freiheit

Hotel Freiheit
Deutz, 2.9 km from Cologne Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (81 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, nice breakfast, nice retro vibe and great beds - I had a lovely stay! Would absolutely stay there again if I go to Köln! "
Sweden
Jane
The price is ฿5,654
฿6,352 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel Freiheit
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a black sofa, a large mirror, and a vibrant abstract wall art.

11. Savoy Hotel

Savoy Hotel
Altstadt-Nord, 2.2 km from Cologne Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (515 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and amenities. Had some surprises with bill at end where I was sure I had booked a room with breakfast and was told it’s always a separate charge. Otherwise great stay"
Canada
barbara
The price is ฿7,046
฿7,916 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Savoy Hotel
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a reception desk, and large windows allowing natural light.

12. Cologne Marriott Hotel

Cologne Marriott Hotel
Altstadt-Nord, 2.1 km from Cologne Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a lovely stay, very good location"
United Kingdom
Marina
The price is ฿5,038
฿5,660 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Cologne Marriott Hotel
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a seating area with chairs, and a bar with shelves of bottles and glasses.

13. CityClass Hotel am Dom

CityClass Hotel am Dom
4.0 star property
Altstadt-Nord, 2.7 km from Cologne Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay and location."
Canada
Tia
The price is ฿3,456
฿3,883 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
CityClass Hotel am Dom
A spacious lobby with a circular seating area, a reception desk, and a modern ceiling design.

14. 25hours Hotel The Circle

25hours Hotel The Circle
Altstadt-Nord, 3.2 km from Cologne Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (991 reviews)
"Quirky hotel in a good location and great breakfast"
United Kingdom
Frances
The price is ฿3,565
฿4,005 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
25hours Hotel The Circle
A row of buildings with steeply pitched roofs and multiple windows.

15. Lint Hotel

Lint Hotel
Altstadt-Nord, 2.8 km from Cologne Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (305 reviews)
"Great hotel Good location, nice room and helpful staff"
United States
ELISABETH-MARIAM
The price is ฿3,919
฿4,403 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Lint Hotel
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

16. Hilton Cologne

Hilton Cologne
Altstadt-Nord, 2.5 km from Cologne Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great breakfast, friendly staff, big gym"
Canada
Connor
The price is ฿4,462
฿5,013 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hilton Cologne
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted painting of a forest scene.

17. Hotel DomBlick

Hotel DomBlick
Altstadt-Nord, 2.1 km from Cologne Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150 reviews)
"Small family owned hotel. Very clean and the staff is super kind. Location is great too."
Canada
Saul
The price is ฿3,171
฿3,562 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel DomBlick
A modern building complex with multiple high-rise structures, a parking area, and a river in the background.

18. DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
0.6 km from Cologne Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (109 reviews)
"Great Enjoyed visiting and would visit again!"
United States
Samantha L.
The price is ฿4,409
฿4,953 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, and a large window with a view of the outside.

19. Insel Hotel

Insel Hotel
3.0 star property
Deutz, 2.5 km from Cologne Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (189 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean room with all the necessities. Coffee in the room would be nice but overall would stay again."
Canada
Richard
The price is ฿3,044
฿3,419 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Insel Hotel
A spacious atrium with a high ceiling and glass panels, surrounded by potted plants and multiple floors of commercial spaces.

20. Maritim Hotel Köln

Maritim Hotel Köln
Altstadt-Nord, 3.1 km from Cologne Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,261 reviews)
"We loved this hotel!!"
United States
Theda
The price is ฿3,840
฿4,314 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Maritim Hotel Köln
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Compare top hotels near Cologne Zoo

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a shower area.

Stern am Rathaus

3.5 star property
Altstadt-Nord, 2.8 km from Cologne Zoo
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A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with green pillows, and a wall-mounted deer head decoration.

1st Floor Köln 2

Nippes, 1.6 km from Cologne Zoo
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A hotel courtyard with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs.

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

5.0 star property
Altstadt-Nord, 2.6 km from Cologne Zoo
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A modern dining area with a long wooden table and multiple bar stools, large windows providing natural light, and a ceiling with a unique geometric light fixture.

Holiday Inn – the niu, Mill Cologne Mülheim by IHG

Mülheim, 2.1 km from Cologne Zoo
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A table with two wine glasses and a bottle of wine on a rooftop terrace with a view of a church spire.

URBAN LOFT Cologne

Altstadt-Nord, 2.2 km from Cologne Zoo
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9.8
Exceptional
368 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
58 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
352 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,107 reviews
The price is ฿5,073
฿5,699 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The price is ฿4,090
฿4,595 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is ฿10,431
฿11,720 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
The price is ฿2,748
฿3,681 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The price is ฿3,841
฿4,315 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • No Breakfast included
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  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Cologne Zoo Hotel Reviews

Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln

Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is centrally located for all of the places of interest in Cologne. The rooms are excellent , spacious and well presented. Highly recommended."
Michael 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln

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A large building with a fountain in front, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various flowers and plants.

Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne

More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cologne Zoo?
Cologne Zoo is located in a historic area of Cologne known for its stunning cathedral and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 17 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Cologne Zoo?
Mercure Hotel Köln Belfortstraße is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Cologne Zoo. Another good option is DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl, located just 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Cologne Zoo?
Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cologne Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cologne Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Cologne Zoo.
What can I see and do near Cologne Zoo?
Study the collections at Museum Ludwig, Chocolate Museum or Foto-Museum Agfa Foto-Historama. Cologne Cathedral, Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne and Cologne Triangle are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Cologne Zoo. You can catch a show at Musical Dome, Cologne Philharmonic and Palladium.
How can I get to Cologne Zoo?
You can walk to nearby metro stations including Florastrasse U-Bahn, Lohsestrasse U-Bahn and Neusser Strasse - Guertel U-Bahn. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.