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Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG

3-star eco-certified hotel near Cologne Zoo

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Exterior
Point of interest
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Restaurant
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Tiefentalstrasse 72, Cologne, 51063
  • Cologne Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cologne Cathedral
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (With Sofa Bed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (With Sofa Bed)

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair)

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cologne

Mülheim stay.Your stay at this Mülheim hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Cologne Zoo and Claudius Therme. Cologne Cable Car and Cologne Trade Fair Grounds are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Cologne Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • LANXESS Arena - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Musical Dome - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Cologne Cathedral - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cologne-Mülheim Station - 4 min drive
  • Muelheim Berliner Strasse U-Bahn - 9 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mevlana Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Büyük Harran Doy Doy - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Asmali Konak - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Teras Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪E-Werk - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG

3-star eco-certified hotel near Cologne Zoo
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the eco-certified Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Cologne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 107 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2002
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG offers 107 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 16 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 49.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 15.00 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 16 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 49.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cologne Muelheim
Holiday Inn Express Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Cologne Muelheim
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim Hotel Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Koln-Mulheim Hotel Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Cologne Muelheim Hotel
mülheim Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Mulheim

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG is 10.2 mi (15-min drive) away from the Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

As of May 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG on May 25, 2025 start from $85.56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 11.4 mi (20-min drive) from Blackfoot Beach and 15.3 mi (25-min drive) from Badestelle Rotter See. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 15.00 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG to downtown Cologne?

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG is 3.3 mi away from Cologne.

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 465 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mee Yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Mohamed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

No space during breakfast

Breakfast was packed had no space to seat
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff where great, Plenty of choice for breakfast which was included in our stay for free. If you're coming for the Christmas Markets be aware hotel is a 20min cab ride from them and city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

manjit

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Short walk to tram stop, road gets noisy from 6am so don't plan to stay in. Bed is comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel location mentioned open the website is much further away from attractions and exhibition centre than suggested on the website
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

María Jose, Samborondon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Omer from front desk was really helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Over night stay

The room was a bit small for a family room, but as we were staying just one night it didn’t matter too much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marie-Josee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lovella, Vancouver

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and staff are accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shira

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very convenient to Cologne and Bonn. The hotel was clean and welcoming. The free breakfast was delicious. The umbrella rental was wonderful as it was raining outside those days. We were very comfortable and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

saban

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice place to stay friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Lara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning was not cool at all. It was cooler in the hallway than in our room. Room was stifling. Staff member tried to help and checked all of our settings but said that was the best it would get
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine, Florence

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient but the room was very hot, our a/c appeared not to be working.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding staff and service - especially the gentleman at the front desk at night, I think his name was Simon. However, the location was a little shady and not much besides a McDonald's and gas station near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

As you would expect from hiex.

Within easy walk of tram to town, and the Messe, typical hiex, clean ., decent breakfast, all good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic but Good

Better room size than the same hotel in Munich the previous week. Other than that, pretty similar. Neighbourhood possibly not the best but not too far to walk for a tram (10 mins).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024