The New Yorker Hotel, CologneThe New Yorker Hotel in Cologne, Germany has a corrected score of 2.9 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 82 of 129 hotels we score in Cologne. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.7 before correction: Booking.com 2.9, Tripadvisor 2.4.The New Yorker Hotel is a four-star design hotel situated in a converted industrial building near the Lanxess Arena and Koelnmesse exhibition grounds. It contains 40 rooms and five loft apartments, making it suitable for families and solo travellers. The interior design is modern, and the property includes a solarium, a fitness area, and a private garden. Guests can access a terrace and an on-site bar. While the hotel offers free parking and easy highway access, some rooms have limited views. The location is within walking distance of the Rheinpark and the city centre.What stands out

Modern interior design

Free parking available

On-site wellness area

Family friendly facilities

Watch out for

Limited room views

Elevator noise

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