Garner East by Ihg, CologneGarner East by Ihg in Cologne, Germany has a corrected score of 2.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 118 of 129 hotels we score in Cologne. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 1.6 before correction: Booking.com 2.5, Tripadvisor 1.3, Google 1.1. Rooms from about $56 a night (cached, not a live quote).Garner East by IHG is a 4-star hotel situated in the Brück district on the eastern side of Cologne. It serves business travellers and visitors needing easy access to local transport via a nearby tram stop. The rooms feature private bathrooms, work desks, and balconies. Guests can access a business centre and secure parking on-site. While the hotel offers modern interiors and pet-friendly options, some guests have reported issues with room temperature and noise levels. Breakfast is available for an additional charge. The property is located a short drive from Cologne Airport.What stands out

Modern interior design

Pet friendly rooms

On-site business centre

Secure parking available

Watch out for

Variable room temperatures

Limited soundproofing

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