Your stay — Hotel Anke
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Anke, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (above 5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on Venloer Straße may experience some street noise. The hotel has 7 floors, and the lift only goes up to the 6th floor, so rooms on the top floor (6th) would be ideal for those seeking minimal disturbance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, such as rooms 101-106, as the lift is located on the 1st floor and may cause some noise disturbance throughout the day.
Best views
Rooms on the south side (rooms 401-406) may have a view of the surrounding cityscape, while rooms on the north side (rooms 501-506) will face the hotel's rear area.
Quietest floors
4th-6th floors
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may experience some street noise from Venloer Straße, a busy road in Köln.
Insider tips
When checking in, arrive early to secure parking in the hotel's limited parking spots. Request a room with a mini-fridge if you plan on staying for an extended period, as it can be a convenient amenity for storing snacks and drinks.
- 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 — Hotel Anke
free throughout the hotel; speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
serves all floors; historic building with original staircase
complimentary access to PressReader; local newspaper available in lobby at €1.50 per copy
15:00 - 22:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 13:00 with €25 fee per hour
available at €5 per bag per 24 hours
step-free access to main entrance; wheelchair ramp available; no elevator access to some rooms in historic section
on-site parking available for €22 per night; nearest public car park is Q-Park Köln Ehrenfeld (€18 per day); no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.75 per person per night (€5.50 for 2 people)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Rochuskapelle (363 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St. Dreikönigen (488 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Kurdistan Islam Zentrum e.V. (634 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Königreichssaal Jehovas Zeugen (651 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Der Rosengarten — 337 m · ~4 min walk
DOMiD — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Urania Theater — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Die Eins — 335 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Neptun-Apotheke — 92 m · ~1 min walk
Salumi Toscani — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Akazienweg — 416 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange money at local banks or currency exchange offices (Wechselstuben) like Deutsche Bank or Sparkasse, but be aware that airport exchange offices often have poor rates. You can also use ATMs (Geldautomaten) with your debit/credit card to withdraw Euros, but be mindful of withdrawal fees.
Contactless payments (Kontaktlos bezahlen) are widely accepted in Kölner shops, restaurants, and cafes, including with major credit cards like Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also common.
Tipping in Cologne is not expected but is appreciated for good service. For restaurants, round up the bill or leave 5-10% of the total bill. For taxis, rounding up the fare or leaving 1-2 Euros is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a cheap coffee at a local bakery (Bäckerei) for around 1-2 Euros, or at a street vendor for 1 Euro.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a Currywurst from a street food stall or a small restaurant for around 3-5 Euros.
A cheap dinner option is a hearty plate of Spätzle or Schnitzel at a local restaurant for around 8-12 Euros.
The area around the Hauptbahnhof (main train station) and the Deutz station has a high concentration of street food vendors and small restaurants offering affordable eats.
You can find affordable supermarket chains like Edeka, Rewe, and Netto in the surrounding areas.
For affordable high-street shopping, head to the nearby Schildergasse shopping street or the weekly market at the Hohenzollernring.
A day ticket (Tageskarte) for public transportation in Cologne costs around 7.50 Euros, but you can also buy a single ticket (Einzelkarte) for 2.90 Euros. The cheapest way to get to the city from the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (city train) for around 2.60 Euros.
Buy a KVB day ticket for public transportation to save money, use public transportation during off-peak hours to avoid surcharges, and consider buying groceries at local markets or discount stores instead of supermarkets.
Good to know — Köln
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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 Hotel Anke
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk — pharmacy · Neptun-Apotheke — 92 m · ~1 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 Hotel Anke?
Request a room on the higher floors (above 5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on Venloer Straße may experience some street noise. The hotel has 7 floors, and the lift only goes up to the 6th floor, so rooms on the top floor (6th) would be ideal for those seeking minimal disturbance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Anke?
Avoid rooms near the lift, such as rooms 101-106, as the lift is located on the 1st floor and may cause some noise disturbance throughout the day.
Is Hotel Anke noisy?
Guests may experience some street noise from Venloer Straße, a busy road in Köln.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Anke?
Rooms on the south side (rooms 401-406) may have a view of the surrounding cityscape, while rooms on the north side (rooms 501-506) will face the hotel's rear area.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Anke?
When checking in, arrive early to secure parking in the hotel's limited parking spots. Request a room with a mini-fridge if you plan on staying for an extended period, as it can be a convenient amenity for storing snacks and drinks.
What time is check-in at Hotel Anke?
Check-in at Hotel Anke is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Anke have Wi-Fi?
free throughout the hotel; speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Anke?
€2.75 per person per night (€5.50 for 2 people)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Anke?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a Currywurst from a street food stall or a small restaurant for around 3-5 Euros.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Anke?
A day ticket (Tageskarte) for public transportation in Cologne costs around 7.50 Euros, but you can also buy a single ticket (Einzelkarte) for 2.90 Euros. The cheapest way to get to the city from the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (city train) for around 2.60 Euros.
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.