Atrium Rheinhotel, CologneAtrium Rheinhotel in Cologne, Germany has a corrected score of 2.6 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 101 of 129 hotels we score in Cologne. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.2 before correction: Booking.com 2.4, Tripadvisor 2.1. Rooms from about $120 a night (cached, not a live quote).Atrium Rheinhotel is a family-run four-star hotel situated in the Rodenkirchen district of Cologne. Located directly on the banks of the River Rhine, the property features between 49 and 55 rooms and suites. It caters to families and guests interested in outdoor activities, providing access to an 18-hole golf course and tennis courts. On-site facilities include a sauna, a garden, and a terrace. Each room is equipped with a minibar, satellite TV, and heating. While the hotel offers a quiet setting by the river, the nearest public transport links are located 800 metres away.What stands out

Directly beside the River Rhine

On-site golf course and tennis courts

Family friendly atmosphere

Includes a breakfast buffet

Watch out for

Public transport is 800 metres away

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