Ludwig, CologneLudwig in Cologne, Germany has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 23 of 129 hotels we score in Cologne. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.4 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.3, Agoda 3.5. Rooms from about $116 a night (cached, not a live quote).Hotel Ludwig Superior is a three-star property situated on Brandenburger Strasse in the Altstadt-Nord district. Located a short walk from the Cologne Cathedral and the main railway station, it provides easy access to Museum Ludwig and Alter Markt Square. The four-storey building contains 52 guest rooms, some of which include balconies. Facilities include an on-site restaurant, a bar, and a spa. The hotel is suitable for travellers wanting to explore the historic centre on foot. While the location is central, the building dates back to 1960, which may affect the modern feel of some areas.What stands out

Close to Cologne Cathedral

On-site restaurant and spa

Rooms with balcony options

Walking distance to museums

Watch out for

Pets are not permitted

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Excelsior Hotel Ernst, Cologne: 3.9 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), from $275 a night. The Excelsior Hotel Ernst is a five-star hotel opened in 1863 and still family-owned, standing directly opposite Cologne Cathedral on Trankgasse.

Loginn Koeln Airport, Cologne: 3.8 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $97 a night. Loginn Koeln Airport is a 3-star hotel situated in the Porz district of Cologne.