🇩🇪 Köln, Germany
Begarden Hof
📍 27, Adamstraße, Köln, 50996
Photo: official website
Your stay — Begarden Hof
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Begarden Hof, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high floor (4th floor or above) and a room facing the courtyard or away from Adamstraße. The hotel has a small courtyard and rooms on the higher floors have a better chance of being quieter due to the layout.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first three floors, especially those facing Adamstraße, as they may be noisier due to the street traffic.
Best views
Courtyard-facing rooms on higher floors (4th floor and above) offer a quiet and peaceful view.
Quietest floors
4th floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Adamstraße is a moderately busy street, with some traffic noise and occasional sirens. The hotel's location in a residential area means that noise from the street can travel into the rooms, especially on the lower floors.
Insider tips
If you're driving, note that the hotel is close to a public parking garage, but be aware that parking fees can be steep. Consider arriving early to secure a spot. Request a room with a kettle and a fridge if you plan to stay for an extended period, as these amenities are not guaranteed and may require an additional fee.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Begarden Hof
free, 150 Mbps speed, no login constraints
yes, serves all floors, including historic wing
complimentary PressReader access on in-room tablets
15:00-22:00, early bag-drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 (€20 fee)
available 24/7, €5 per bag per 24 hours
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance and rear service entrance, some structural limitations in historic wing
on-site parking available, €15 per night; nearest public car park: Dom/Kolumba parking (€3.50 per hour); EV charging available at on-site charging station (€0.50 per kWh)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit, €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Maternus (562 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Alt St. Maternus (603 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Erlöserkirche (965 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: St. Joseph (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Sommershof — 506 m · ~6 min walk
Forstbotanischer Garten — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Kölner Festungsmuseum — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Spielplatz Schützstraße — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Sparkasse KölnBonn — 299 m · ~4 min walk
Skarabäus-Apotheke — 136 m · ~2 min walk
KODI — 401 m · ~5 min walk
Rodenkirchen Bahnhof — 213 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs at local banks like Sparkasse or Volksbank for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Köln/Bonn Airport or main train station—they charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) accepted in most shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless and mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) widely used. Some small bakeries or kiosks are cash-only, so carry some cash.
Round up or leave 5-10% on the bill for good service in restaurants; taxis round up to the nearest euro; hotel staff not expected to tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard filter coffee from a bakery or supermarket café costs about €2.00.
A slice of pizza or a Döner kebab from a takeaway stand costs around €5.00.
A main course at a casual Turkish or Italian restaurant runs about €10-€12.
The area around Ebertplatz and along Venloer Straße has a cluster of kebab, pizza, and Asian stalls with mains under €6.
Discount supermarkets: Aldi, Lidl, Netto, Rewe (slightly pricier) are common in this area.
For affordable clothes, try C&A or Primark at the city centre (10-15 mins by tram); no market-specific to 50996.
A single KVB day ticket for central Cologne is €9.00 (valid all day); from the airport, take S-Bahn line S13 to Köln Hbf (€3.00 single, €5.50 day).
Buy a KölnCard for €9.00 to get free tram travel and 50% off museums; eat at bakeries for breakfast (€2-€3); fill a water bottle at public taps (tap water is safe).
Good to know — Köln
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
KölnFor non-urgent police matters in Köln, dial 0221 2290. For medical advice outside emergencies, call 116117. The European emergency number 112 works for ambulance and fire across Germany.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Köln, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Begarden Hof
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Sparkasse KölnBonn — 299 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Skarabäus-Apotheke — 136 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) – Hauptbahnhof (Hbf) → Köln Hauptbahnhof + Tram 5
💡 From Hbf, take tram 5 (direction Butzweilerhof) 2 stops to 'Ebertplatz' – hotel is a 2-min walk north. Single ticket covers both legs.
Neumarkt (lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9) → Hotel Chelsea (stop: 'Ebertplatz' – tram 5 only)
💡 Buy a 24-hour 'KölnTicket' (8.30 €) if you’ll use trams all day – covers all zones within city limits. Hotel is 2 min north of Ebertplatz stop.
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) → Köln Hbf (main train station)
💡 Buy a Kurzstrecke ticket if only going to the city centre (zone 1b).
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz stop) → Severinstraße (direct stop at hotel)
💡 This bus runs along the Ring — quicker than tram if traffic is light but avoid peak hours.
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz/Hauptbahnhof stop) → Severinstraße (stop on Severinstraße, 5 min walk to hotel)
💡 Tickets are validated on platform — stamp before boarding. Day pass saves money if taking multiple trips.
Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) – Arrivals → Hotel Chelsea, Jülicher Straße 1–7
💡 Fixed fare to city centre? Ask driver for 'Festpreis Köln Innenstadt' – usually 30–35 €. No extra charge for luggage.
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) → Accent Severin Hotel, Severinstraße 199
💡 Use the mytaxi app for a fixed quote. Avoid unofficial drivers in arrivals hall.
Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) Terminal 1 → Hotel Chelsea (direct stop: 'Neumarkt')
💡 Buy ticket at KVB machine before boarding – cash or card. Neumarkt stop is a 5-min walk east to Hotel Chelsea along Ehrenstraße.
Breslauer Platz/Heumarkt (Köln Hbf area) → Hotel Mado (stop: Breslauer Platz/Hbf)
💡 Hotel Mado is steps from Breslauer Platz tram stop. Buy a 24-hour ticket (€7.50) if planning more than 3 trips that day.
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) → Köln Messe/Deutz or Köln Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a ticket from the machine at platform 1 before boarding. Validate it with the blue stamp. Change to tram line 3 or 4 at Heumarkt for Hotel Mado (stop: Breslauer Platz/Hbf).
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) → Hotel Mado, Köln
💡 Taxis queue outside arrivals; avoid unofficial drivers. For a fixed price, pre-book via Taxi Köln app.
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) → Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf
💡 This bus runs direct to the station, then it's a 5-minute walk to Hotel Mado. Less frequent on Sundays.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Begarden Hof?
Request a high floor (4th floor or above) and a room facing the courtyard or away from Adamstraße. The hotel has a small courtyard and rooms on the higher floors have a better chance of being quieter due to the layout.
Which rooms should I avoid at Begarden Hof?
Avoid rooms on the first three floors, especially those facing Adamstraße, as they may be noisier due to the street traffic.
Is Begarden Hof noisy?
Adamstraße is a moderately busy street, with some traffic noise and occasional sirens. The hotel's location in a residential area means that noise from the street can travel into the rooms, especially on the lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Begarden Hof?
Courtyard-facing rooms on higher floors (4th floor and above) offer a quiet and peaceful view.
What are insider tips for staying at Begarden Hof?
If you're driving, note that the hotel is close to a public parking garage, but be aware that parking fees can be steep. Consider arriving early to secure a spot. Request a room with a kettle and a fridge if you plan to stay for an extended period, as these amenities are not guaranteed and may require an additional fee.
What time is check-in at Begarden Hof?
Check-in at Begarden Hof is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Begarden Hof have Wi-Fi?
free, 150 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Begarden Hof?
€3.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Begarden Hof?
A slice of pizza or a Döner kebab from a takeaway stand costs around €5.00.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Begarden Hof?
A single KVB day ticket for central Cologne is €9.00 (valid all day); from the airport, take S-Bahn line S13 to Köln Hbf (€3.00 single, €5.50 day).
Top Attractions in Köln
💡 Free entry on first Thursday of each month. Check the Roman harbour remains outside the museum—they're always accessible.
💡 Free entry is limited to certain days—check the museum website for current free days (often first Thursday). Otherwise €9. Allow 1 hour.
💡 Look for the tiny figures hidden in the details. Best visited late evening when the square is quiet and lit.
💡 Hit the free Thursday evening slot – it's less crowded than Sunday and you can see the Pop Art collection properly. Check for temporary exhibitions that may have a fee.
💡 Free entry for under-18s. Free on first Thursday of the month after 5pm. Otherwise, €9 standard (or ask about the KölnTicket which covers multiple museums).
💡 Go on a Saturday morning when the farmers' market is busiest – you can sample fresh produce for free. The Rathaus tower tour costs a few euros but the courtyard is free.
💡 The best free view of the cathedral is from the Deutzer Brücke footpath just before the park. Bring a blanket and buy a beer from a kiosk; locals gather here on sunny evenings.
💡 Go early at 8am to avoid crowds. The treasury (paid) has medieval relics worth seeing if you have time.