1st Floor Koeln, Cologne1st Floor Koeln in Cologne, Germany has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 65 of 129 hotels we score in Cologne. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.0 before correction: Booking.com 2.9, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 4.3, Agoda 2.7.1st Floor Koeln is a four-star boutique guesthouse situated in the Nippes district of Cologne. Located on the first floor of a residential building on Neusser Strasse, the property provides modern interiors and an on-site spa. Each room includes satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, and iPod docking stations. Guests can access on-site dining and private parking for an extra fee. The guesthouse is a short walk from the nearest U-Bahn station and is positioned near the Cologne Zoo. It suits travellers looking for a contemporary base in a lively neighbourhood, though guests should note that the rooms do not have air conditioning.What stands out

Modern interior design

On-site spa facilities

Close to U-Bahn station

Complimentary minibar refills

Watch out for

No air conditioning

Limited mobile signal

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