Location
This hotel is situated opposite the exhibition centre entrance and is just a few minutes' walk from the town centre, Cologne Cathedral and the Lanxess Arena. The nearest bus and railway stations are approximately 50 m away, and shopping venues are about 1 km from the establishment.
Facilities
The hotel has 41 junior suites, 6 suites, 5 single rooms and 308 double rooms, which are located on 6 storeys and are reachable by lift. The 24-hour reception desk makes arrival and departure effortless. Amenities include a cloakroom and a safe. Wireless internet access (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service (for a fee). Bicycle storage is also available. 13 conference rooms are available for lectures, presentations and meetings.
Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a minibar are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has 313 non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The pleasantly heated water of the indoor and outdoor pools guarantees comfortable swimming. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. Comfortable sun loungers are available on the terrace. The hotel offers indoor sporting activities such as aerobics or, for a fee, a gym. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon, thalassotherapy treatments and a solarium. Subject to charge: massage treatments.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of 2 air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurants with separate areas for smokers. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Dinner options include à la carte and a set menu. Diet meals, gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options and snacks are available.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.