Arena
8.4
Excellent(158 reviews)
Vorsterstraße 55 - 59, 51103 Köln, Germany
+49 221 16869534
+5
Hotel Description
Arena, located at Vorsterstraße 55 - 59, 51103 Köln, Germany, is an ideal destination for both business and leisure travelers. Nestled in a vibrant industrial area, guests will enjoy the lively atmosphere surrounding the hotel, which includes attractions like the theater at Halle Kalk, Sünner brewery tours, and the interactive Odysseum museum just an 8-minute walk away. The hotel's location also offers convenient access to nearby shopping and dining options, ensuring guests have everything they need within reach. Designed with comfort in mind, Arena provides a relaxing ambiance, making it an excellent choice for visitors looking for both comfort and practicality.
The rooms at Arena are designed to ensure a restful and pleasant stay. Each room offers ample space with contemporary furnishings and cozy bedding, providing the perfect setting for guests to unwind. The atmosphere is welcoming and modern, allowing guests to feel right at home. Whether traveling for business or leisure, the rooms offer the comfort needed for a refreshing stay.
Arena boasts an array of special amenities that enhance the overall guest experience. High-speed internet is available throughout the hotel, allowing guests to stay connected effortlessly. In addition, guests can enjoy convenient features such as parking, front desk services, a restaurant, and a delicious breakfast to start the day. The hotel does not offer a fitness center or spa, but its other offerings are more than enough to make your stay enjoyable.
The hotel's accessibility is another key highlight. With nearby public transit options just a 4-minute walk away, getting around the city is incredibly convenient. Guests can also easily access major airports, such as Cologne Bonn Airport, located just 23 minutes by taxi.
Health and safety are top priorities at Arena. The hotel adheres to stringent safety protocols to ensure that guests have a safe and worry-free stay.
Arena is perfectly situated for visitors to explore the local culture. Within a short distance, guests can experience iconic landmarks such as the Cologne Cathedral, Museum Ludwig, and the Lindt Chocolate Museum, all of which are just a few minutes away by car. Additionally, the Hohenzollern Bridge and Wallraf-Richartz-Museum & Fondation Corboud are also nearby, providing ample opportunities to explore the rich history and beauty of Cologne.
When it comes to dining, Arena is conveniently located near some fantastic restaurants. Ciao Bella Köln Arcaden (3 minutes by taxi) serves delicious Italian cuisine, while Saana Restaurant (3 minutes by taxi) offers flavorful Middle Eastern dishes. For those craving more Italian fare, Trattoria Micki’s Bar (5 minutes by taxi) is another excellent option. Azad Restaurant (2 minutes by taxi) offers a unique culinary experience, and Viet - Thai Cuisine (2 minutes by taxi) provides delectable Vietnamese dishes.
Arena extends a warm invitation to all guests, offering a comfortable and well-connected stay in the heart of Cologne. Whether you're here for work, exploration, or relaxation, Arena promises an unforgettable experience.
The rooms at Arena are designed to ensure a restful and pleasant stay. Each room offers ample space with contemporary furnishings and cozy bedding, providing the perfect setting for guests to unwind. The atmosphere is welcoming and modern, allowing guests to feel right at home. Whether traveling for business or leisure, the rooms offer the comfort needed for a refreshing stay.
Arena boasts an array of special amenities that enhance the overall guest experience. High-speed internet is available throughout the hotel, allowing guests to stay connected effortlessly. In addition, guests can enjoy convenient features such as parking, front desk services, a restaurant, and a delicious breakfast to start the day. The hotel does not offer a fitness center or spa, but its other offerings are more than enough to make your stay enjoyable.
The hotel's accessibility is another key highlight. With nearby public transit options just a 4-minute walk away, getting around the city is incredibly convenient. Guests can also easily access major airports, such as Cologne Bonn Airport, located just 23 minutes by taxi.
Health and safety are top priorities at Arena. The hotel adheres to stringent safety protocols to ensure that guests have a safe and worry-free stay.
Arena is perfectly situated for visitors to explore the local culture. Within a short distance, guests can experience iconic landmarks such as the Cologne Cathedral, Museum Ludwig, and the Lindt Chocolate Museum, all of which are just a few minutes away by car. Additionally, the Hohenzollern Bridge and Wallraf-Richartz-Museum & Fondation Corboud are also nearby, providing ample opportunities to explore the rich history and beauty of Cologne.
When it comes to dining, Arena is conveniently located near some fantastic restaurants. Ciao Bella Köln Arcaden (3 minutes by taxi) serves delicious Italian cuisine, while Saana Restaurant (3 minutes by taxi) offers flavorful Middle Eastern dishes. For those craving more Italian fare, Trattoria Micki’s Bar (5 minutes by taxi) is another excellent option. Azad Restaurant (2 minutes by taxi) offers a unique culinary experience, and Viet - Thai Cuisine (2 minutes by taxi) provides delectable Vietnamese dishes.
Arena extends a warm invitation to all guests, offering a comfortable and well-connected stay in the heart of Cologne. Whether you're here for work, exploration, or relaxation, Arena promises an unforgettable experience.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. 8-minute walk to the Odysseum museum
2. 4-minute walk to nearest public transit
3. Guests praised the service and hospitality
4. Comfortable and spacious rooms designed for relaxation
5. High-speed internet throughout the hotel
6. Parking, front desk, restaurant, and breakfast available
7. Convenient access to Cologne Bonn Airport (23 minutes by taxi)
8. Close to popular attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Museum Ludwig
9. Nearby restaurants offering Italian, Middle Eastern, and Vietnamese cuisine
10. Health and safety measures in place for guest security
8.0 Excellent
Location rating
Top sights
Cologne Cathedral
15 min
Museum Ludwig13 min
Lindt Chocolate Museum10 min
Hohenzollern Bridge13 min
Wallraf-Richartz-Museum & Fondation Corboud12 min
Nearest locations
Villa Kalka
1 min
Restaurants Azad2 min
Viet - Thai Cuisine2 min
Palmen Grill NRW 12 min
Ciao Bella Köln Arcaden3 min
Saana Restaurant3 min
Cham Restaurant3 min
NIMET GRILL, Köln-Kalk3 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 11:00 |
| Location rating | 8.0 |
| Nearest airport | Cologne Bonn Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 23 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Thu, Nov 28
Check-out: Fri, Nov 29
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Location
Vorsterstraße 55 - 59, 51103 Köln, Germany
Airports:
Weeze Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 30 min
Transit: 2 hr 14 min
Düsseldorf Airport
Taxi: 52 min
Transit: 57 min
Dortmund Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 14 min
Transit: 1 hr 50 min
Cologne Bonn Airport
Taxi: 23 min
Transit: 1 hr 49 min
Transit:
Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf
Taxi: 17 min
Walking: 47 min
Mülheim
Taxi: 9 min
Walking: 38 min
Hansaring
Taxi: 14 min
Walking: 1 hr 3 min
Cologne Central Station
Taxi: 16 min
Walking: 49 min
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Taxi: 9 min
Walking: 34 min
Nearby locations
8.0
Excellent Location
Kalk
Industrial area with theater at Halle Kalk, Sünner brewery tours & the hands-on Odysseum museum.
Top Attractions
Top Restaurants
Amenities and Facilities
Parking & transportation
Parking
Services
Front desk
Food & drink
Restaurant
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
8.1
101 reviews
Wonderful
53
Excellent
21
Good
14
Below Average
6
Not Good
7
homeross
2/5
The hotel owners are not German. They bought the cheapest internet package because there is no wifi. Also, even though the weather is cold, they do not turn on the heaters. There are cuts in these to earn more. It doesn't deserve this price, I don't recommend it.
Markus F.
2/5
The room was large but without comfort. There was a lot of hair in the corners and in the bathroom and the building was very noisy. The location is one of the focal points of Cologne and is very loud. There is a lack of attention to detail everywhere in the hotel and everything is just functional. Towels were generally changed daily.
Anja K.
4/5
Overall, my stay for two nights was completely ok. Cologne is an expensive place, even in Kalk, but what can the hotel do for the surrounding area? The room was small, but very nicely decorated and clean. Maybe not everything was perfect in the bathroom, but that was okay. The staff I met were very nice, but I didn't want to do more than check in and check out. I didn't have breakfast, the coffee machine in the hallway was a good idea, unfortunately I didn't have any change. My room faced the back, with a fire escape right in front of the patio door, but I still felt safe. There was some noise from above one evening during normal rest times (around 10:30 p.m.). If you have a problem with the environment, we recommend the Wikipedia article about Köln-Kalk - it's multicultural and you can find out beforehand where you'll end up. It was unusual for me too, but equally interesting and you can still go out alone - even in the evening, even as a woman!
Celina
1/5
Unfortunately we booked for two nights, the room smelled disgusting and the bathroom was absolutely run down and the dirt and water stains from the previous owner were still visible. Service was virtually non-existent, after I complained to reception I was just turned away or not taken seriously. Location is OK, but you shouldn't go out alone at night as this is a special district.
D V
2/5
Not a nice hotel. The rooms are relatively renovated but totally noisy. The location is not nice and the breakfast and staff take some getting used to.
Susanne Cratius
3/5
We only booked for one night. Room completely ok, bathroom a bit old and not 100% clean. Parking in the yard is also ok, the entrance is a bit narrow or the car is too wide. The breakfast was a number in itself. 15€ and standard. We had two rolls, one fresh but soft and sticky, the other definitely from yesterday. Two eggs, one so hard that it was already blue, the other so soft that it fell apart when cracked. We didn't try anything else. Only the coffee was great. So you should definitely work on that. Or have breakfast somewhere else.
Seppel
4/5
We only stayed in the hotel for 1 night because of a concert in the lanxess arena.The location is in the middle of a residential area, everything inside is fine, a few blemishes here and there.Parking costs €10 extra per day, breakfast €15 per person.The advantage is that it's about a 15-minute walk to the lanxess arena, which is okay because the traffic before and after a concert is oneCatastrophe.
Izy 7755
2/5
Luckily only for one night. Hotel location very bad I have to say. Facilities also poor. Price was i. O. Parking lot entrance very narrow, but important. In the morning there is no one at the reception, they are all still asleep. Called 2 of the 3 numbers on the door, realized you were waking up the staff and at 8:30.It served its purpose and is good.
Jonas Smit (RealReviewer)
4/5
The room wasnt to good, bathroom door didnt shut properly, sink had a lot of corrosion on it, it was crazy hot with no airconditioning, pillows were extremely soft en the bed was rockhard.But we were with the boys so we didnt care to much, had a good time
Cynto Ocean
2/5
The booking process and check-in was smooth. The hotel served its purpose but there were several areas that did not live up to expectations.The bed was a bit too hard and uncomfortable for my taste. The bathroom was extremely small and the cleanliness left a lot to be desired. The floor in particular was very dirty, even though we didn't wear shoes in the room. My white socks turned black after just a few steps. Also the walls were very thin so you could hear everything. For light sleepers, I would strongly recommend bringing earplugs.The biggest annoyance, however, was that we had to pay for two towels because they supposedly had stains from my red hair on them. In all my years of staying in hotels with colored hair, I have never experienced such rude treatment for a towel stain—especially since these stains are washable! My towels at home are perfect and spotless for a reason. What was particularly questionable was that at the end we were simply shown a towel that suddenly had completely different stains than the pink stains that were initially on it. Reception showed no understanding or willingness to consider the possibility that the stains could be removed. I have rarely felt so disrespected and taken for a fool. Especially because we paid an outrageous price for this hotel during Gamescom!!!, which is in no way up to standard, and then this kind of treatment - it defies all understanding.I cannot recommend the hotel. Even without this incident, I would rather invest my money elsewhere where the service and standards are more adequate.
hukuk emlak
5/5
A warmth that makes you feel at home. Thank you for everything
CL
Christiane L
4/5
Arrived due to We chose the nearby Arena Hotel to visit the exhibition. Anyone expecting "ambience", "lounge" and trallala will be disappointed. …
Lukas Harder
3/5
Spontaneously and easily received 2 rooms for 3 nights. Friendly reception, but only seen to hand over the keys. Breakfast for 15 euros is unreasonably expensive. Old sticky rolls, fried eggs empty after a guest. Frozen rolls at 7 a.m. on Sunday, which were then warmed up in the microwave.The next day there was moldy fruit on the display and the “scrambled eggs” were swimming in margarine.Rooms okay, but getting old, could do with a renovation in the near future.Conclusion: OK for sleeping, unfortunately nothing more.
Thomas Hacker
1/5
As a hotel, you should have your booking details in order.Booking confirmed via Booking.com for €xx/room. Yes, it was at a trade fair... A little later I was informed that they would take note of my cancellation and that I would please confirm it. WHAT CANCELLATION?Another email a little later, there had been a mistake, the correct rate was 7malxx€, as a gesture of goodwill you would be happy with 6.5malxx€.
Piotr Nos (Czarny)
5/5
L rooms of high standard. Large rooms, large bathroom, clean and fragrant. Problem with parking for large buses. Fiat Ducato comes in, but you have to pay for parking. Peace and quiet . I recommend
Brigitte Dürr
5/5
1 night to get to the bus to Hamburg - the car was parked there for 7 nights. TOP price - TOP friendliness - very accommodating and helpful, explained the bus stop right away. The room was nice - we felt completely comfortable and can recommend the hotel at any time.
Traveler Man
5/5
A perfect price-performance hotel. It has a very good location. It offers ideal conditions corresponding to its price. We all enjoyed the breakfast.
hb pyro
4/5
Close to the city center easy accessibel with public transport. nice staf and nice room. location is not the best lot of youth hanging around the streets.
Room 5
Service 5
Location2
Frank Meyer
5/5
We absolutely needed a barrier-free room because my mother is dependent on a wheelchair. We found a nicely and practically furnished room with a disabled-accessible bathroom that even had a shower chair.The breakfast had plenty of choice and was delicious. We can definitely recommend the hotel.
Mel A
4/5
Reception was very friendly, everything was well explained and help was offered. The location takes some getting used to but is OK for our plans.The room was nicely furnished, the beds were a bit narrow. Unfortunately, someone in the hotel thought they were having a party and you could hear loud music late into the night. Generally very restless.Otherwise completely ok for 1 night