In the heart of Cologne, Art Rock Downtown Hotel offers a unique blend of art and comfort. With a library at your fingertips and delicious snacks from the deli, you'll feel right at home. Connect to in-room WiFi and take advantage of helpful staff who are always happy to lend a hand.
Düsseldorf (MGL-Düsseldorf - Mönchengladbach) - 39 min drive
Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) - 56 min drive
Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 11 min walk
Köln Dom/Central Station (tief) - 12 min walk
Cologne Central Station - 12 min walk
Heumarkt U-Bahn - 4 min walk
Neumarkt U-Bahn - 8 min walk
Severinstrasse U-Bahn - 9 min walk
Restaurants
Hard Rock Cafe Köln - 2 min walk
Merzenich - 2 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min walk
SonnenscheinEtage - 3 min walk
Galeria Restaurant - 3 min walk
About this property
Art Rock Downtown Hotel
When you stay at Art Rock Downtown Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Cologne Cathedral and LANXESS Arena. Also, this hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Cologne Trade Fair Grounds. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Heumarkt U-Bahn is 4 minutes and Neumarkt U-Bahn is 8 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 15 per day)
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Snack bar/deli
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Lockers available
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Housekeeping once per stay
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: EUR 50 per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 15 per day
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Motown City Hotel
Hardrock Motown City
Art Rock Downtown Hotel Hotel
Art Rock Downtown Hotel Cologne
Art Rock Downtown Hotel Hotel Cologne
Frequently asked questions
Does Art Rock Downtown Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Art Rock Downtown Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Art Rock Downtown Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Art Rock Downtown Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 15 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Art Rock Downtown Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What's the area around Art Rock Downtown Hotel like?
Art Rock Downtown Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Heumarkt U-Bahn and 12 minutes' walk from Cologne Cathedral.
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Reviews
Art Rock Downtown Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
8.6
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Really nice room, friendly staff. Will be back next time we are in town
William
William, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Easy and quick check-in. Easy and conveinient parking and perfect location. Would recommend and would stay here again
Ansley
Ansley, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 18, 2025
Overall, the stay was well. Location was great( a lot within walking distance) and staff were friendly. Lots of parking options nearby. The sleeping area was clean and comfortable.
The one improvement would be the restroom area cleanliness/ smell
Emily
Emily, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 22, 2025
Nice hotel
Family stay , good location, modern room and clean.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Good location
Rose
Rose, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Staff were helpful, rooms were clean.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2024
Great location and great spot
Clean and friendly staff
Sage
Sage, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
Park in the parking garage at the hotel property. Take the elevator to the 6th floor and you’re right there at the Rock hotel! So convenient. Facility is very clean and staff very helpful. Rooms are small, but if all you’re going to do is sleep there then it’s perfect. Also there’s a grocery store on the ground level.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Clean and friendly with really comfortable bed for a good nights sleep
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Nice hotel. Outside is ok but hotel itself is very nice. Perfect for family or group of 3. Clean and well appointed. Comfortable beds and super efficient private bathroom. Thank you.
MARGARET
MARGARET, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 27, 2024
Good location
Good location near the downtown area with lots of stores and restaurants nearby. Cathedral is close as well as the river, nice location
Joe
Joe, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2024
Was across the river from Lanxess so very convenient. Easy check in and close to metro.
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 14, 2025
Small but functional and clean room. Helpful staff
Jeremy
Jeremy, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
nice, clean downtown hotel
Nice, clean downtown hotel. Short walk to Dom, downtown, train, and so on. Liked it, and friendly helpful staff. Decent breakfast too, and a nice patio for those who like to sit outside a little.
Jørgen
Jørgen, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2024
Good experience!
Location very good, staff always attending!
Rajarshi
Rajarshi, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2023
Very clean and fairly new looking facility, friendly and helpful staff, well maintained. Maybe not as ‚hip‘ as the name and lobby photo might suggest but perfectly functional and comfortable in every regard.
KLAUS
KLAUS, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2024
Great service
Wonderful stay here with my husband
The man at the reception was so kind that h came downstairs to the car park to speak to the car parking lady to help translate that we have paid for our parking so we wouldn't get charged.
Honestly lovely service and a great hotel. If we're in cologne, we would stay here again!
Rosie
Rosie, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 12, 2025
Affordable option for one night if in transit
Downtown location, ok for a one-night stay if you are in transit.
The hotel is on the rooftop of a Parking building. Everything is in the 6th floor of the building. Access is through a narrow and obscure corridor with self-payment parking machines at the entrance. If I had know this, I don't book it as it didn't feel safe at all.
The rooms are exactly as you see it in the pictures, nothing special but well kept and clean.
If you need a place to sleep one night and continue your journey, this can be an affordable option.
If you are looking for more hotel amenities and better stay experience, this is not the hotel for you.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 13, 2024
When we arrived at night about 8pm the entrance area was a bit off putting but please do not let this put you off.As soon as you get out of the lift the hotel area is clean and all staff were very helpful even though my German is non existent! Room clean and perfect forca few nights.
Only slight complaint would be we booked a twin room but had a large doublecwith 2 single duvets but this was not a major issue.
Scott
Scott, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 18, 2025
Burr its cold in here...
Overall, it's in a perfect location for the Cathedral and the Chocolate Museum. The room was big enough to comfortably sleep my family of 6. However, the room was so cold! No matter what we did, it was still much too cold for comfort. Reception offered us a small space heater on the 2nd night which helped a little. The parking garage is convenient, only and $19 a night but a very tight squeeze for larger vehicles.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 18, 2025
Smallest room of our trip
Convenient location once you're there, but finding the parking lot and even finding the hotel was a challenge. It is near the Cathedral, but a lot of sketchy people hang around the whole area, especially after dark. If you have a wider vehicle, be very care driving up the ramp. We had a very small room with a pillar that made it difficult to get out of bed. No chair to sit on. Also no space for a chair.
Phillip
Phillip, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2024
Clean and friendly hotel
We had a one night stay at this great little hotel. Staff were friendly, the rooms clean and there are nice communal areas, including an outdoor terrace. It's on the 6th floor but there’s a lift.
Location is close to the old town, only 10 or so minutes to cathedral and train station, and there's a decent small supemarket on the ground floor open quite late (10pm on our weekday)
Just check in advance that you have the rooms you require, however, as we booked twins and were given doubles (although beds were the equivalent of 2 singles in width with separate duvets)
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 14, 2023
Partially disappointing
The strong point of this hotel is the position, at walking distance from the most important attractions. At street level, in the same building, there is a large supermarket. There are many restaurants, bars, and shops in the area. The room was large enough for a single bed. There was also an armchair, a coffee table and a table with two stools. I used one of the latter as night table (missing). The garderobe needs repair. The table lamp swiched off unexpectedly and randomly. Amazingly, the minibar fridge was connected to the same circuit of all other power outlets, which are activated by the room key. Therefore, the fridge works only when you are in the room, which is completely silly and makes it unuseful. But above all, the air conditioning was fake: in "cool" mode, only the fan worked, without any cooling effect. During the night the room was quite hot, and opening the window did not help so much. The mattress is quite hard. The bathroom is modern and well equipped. However, there is no place to put the soap bar/shampoo in the shower. The room was cleaned every two days only, although the towels were changed every day. The night staff was friendly.