Begardenhof, CologneBegardenhof in Cologne, Germany has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 68 of 129 hotels we score in Cologne. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.9 before correction: Booking.com 3.0, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.0, Agoda 2.6. Rooms from about $98 a night (cached, not a live quote).Begardenhof is a 3-star hotel situated in the Rodenkirchen district on the southern edge of Cologne. Positioned 30 metres from the Rhine, the property features around 35 rooms with modern interiors, minibars, and televisions. Guests can use the on-site tennis court, golf course, or spa facilities. An international restaurant and a bar are available, alongside a roof garden offering views of the river and city. The hotel suits business travellers and tourists who require proximity to public transport. While the location is convenient, some guests have noted that breakfast options are limited and requires an additional charge.What stands out

Close to the Rhine

On-site tennis and golf

Roof garden with city views

Near public transport

Watch out for

Breakfast costs extra

Limited breakfast selection

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