Cityclass Hotel Alter Markt, CologneCityclass Hotel Alter Markt in Cologne, Germany has a corrected score of 3.7 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 8 of 129 hotels we score in Cologne. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 3.9. Rooms from about $120 a night (cached, not a live quote).Cityclass Hotel Alter Markt is a 4-star smoke-free hotel situated at Alter Markt 55 in the historic old town of Cologne. Located within the cathedral district, the property sits near the Rhine riverfront, the Wallraf-Richartz Museum, and the Cologne Philharmonic. The 63 rooms feature contemporary interiors and air conditioning. On-site facilities include a restaurant, a coffee shop, a bar, and a terrace with a garden. It suits travellers who want to be within walking distance of major landmarks. While the hotel offers modern amenities and room service, guests should note that there is no parking available on the premises.What stands out

Central old town location

Modern interior design

Pet friendly policy

On-site dining and terrace

Watch out for

No on-site parking

Occasional amenity replenishment issues

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