Refugium de Luxe

8.8
Excellent
(124 reviews)

Heidelberger Str. 23, 51065 Köln, Germany

Hotel Description

Refugium de Luxe, located at Heidelberger Str. 23, 51065 Köln, Germany, offers a peaceful and relaxing stay in the heart of Cologne. This charming hotel is ideally situated on a street lined with local shops and eateries, providing guests with a delightful glimpse into the local culture and lifestyle. Just a 2-minute walk from a tram stop, guests have easy access to public transport, making it convenient to explore the city and beyond. The Koelnmesse exhibition center is only 2 km away, and famous landmarks such as the Cologne Cathedral and Cologne Zoo are both within a 5 km radius, providing plenty of opportunities for sightseeing and exploration.
The hotel offers a variety of stylish rooms that cater to different needs and preferences. The rooms are spacious and feature modern amenities, including televisions, minifridges, Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms also come with balconies and exposed brick walls, adding a unique touch to the design. For those seeking extra space and comfort, the suites offer separate living rooms, sofabeds, and kitchenettes, making it an ideal choice for longer stays or families.
Special amenities at Refugium de Luxe include free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, a private bathroom with a shower, and convenient facilities such as refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers in some rooms. The hotel is pet-friendly, welcoming both guests and their furry companions. Additionally, the hotel offers an airport shuttle service for guests arriving or departing by air. While the hotel does not have a fitness center, spa, or pools, it provides a peaceful garden area where guests can relax and unwind after a busy day.
In terms of transportation, the hotel’s location makes it easy to access public transport, with Cologne Central Station, Cologne Messe/Deutz, and several tram stations nearby. For those traveling from airports, Cologne Bonn Airport is just 21 minutes by taxi, while Düsseldorf Airport and Dortmund Airport are easily accessible within an hour. The proximity to the Cologne Buchforst train station also offers convenient connections for regional and international travel.
Refugium de Luxe places great emphasis on health and safety, ensuring that all guests can enjoy their stay with peace of mind. The hotel follows rigorous health protocols to maintain cleanliness and safety, ensuring the well-being of guests throughout their stay.
Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s central location to explore a variety of top attractions. Just 14 minutes away, the Cologne Cathedral stands as a breathtaking example of Gothic architecture, while the Museum Ludwig, located 13 minutes away, offers a rich collection of modern art. The Lindt Chocolate Museum, a must-see for chocolate lovers, is only 12 minutes away. The Hohenzollern Bridge and Cologne Zoological Garden, located 9 and 11 minutes away respectively, provide more opportunities for sightseeing and outdoor fun.
The hotel is also conveniently located near several highly-rated restaurants, including Captain Cap (2 minutes away), Glashaus Restaurant (9 minutes away), and Restaurant Zum Buchheimer Kreuz (5 minutes away). For those seeking barbecue options, Grillstübchen is a great choice, located just 6 minutes from the hotel. Turkish cuisine lovers can enjoy Mevlana Restaurant, only 8 minutes away by taxi.
Refugium de Luxe invites you to experience a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and local charm, making it an excellent choice for anyone visiting Cologne. Whether you’re in town for business or leisure, this welcoming hotel offers everything you need for a memorable stay.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Located just a 2-minute walk from a tram stop.

2. Only 2 km from the Koelnmesse exhibition center.

3. Stylish rooms with modern amenities and some with balconies.

4. Pet-friendly, offering a welcoming environment for pets.

5. Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel.

6. Suites with separate living rooms and kitchenettes.

7. Private bathroom with shower in every room.

8. Convenient proximity to Cologne Cathedral and Cologne Zoo.

9. Nearby attractions like the Museum Ludwig and Lindt Chocolate Museum.

10. Excellent public transport connections to Cologne Central Station.


7.0 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Cologne Cathedral
14 min
Museum Ludwig
13 min
Lindt Chocolate Museum
12 min
Hohenzollern Bridge
9 min
Cologne Zoological Garden
11 min

Nearest locations

Burger Base Köln
1 min
Captain Cap
2 min
Restaurant Zum Buchheimer Kreuz
5 min
Restaurant Dorfstube
5 min
Grillstübchen
6 min
Mevlana Restaurant
8 min
Glashaus Restaurant
9 min
Gilden Brauhaus
9 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating7.0
Nearest airportCologne Bonn Airport
Travel time to airport21 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Sun, Dec 01
Check-out: Mon, Dec 02
    Bluepillow.com

    $84

    Booking.com

    $89

    Wego

    $89


Location

Heidelberger Str. 23, 51065 Köln, Germany

Airports:

Weeze Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 29 min

Transit: 2 hr 9 min

Düsseldorf Airport

Transit: 47 min

Taxi: 48 min

Dortmund Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 10 min

Transit: 2 hr 33 min

Cologne Bonn Airport

Taxi: 21 min

Transit: 1 hr 45 min

Transit:

Cologne Buchforst train station

Walking: 4 min

Mülheim

Taxi: 6 min

Walking: 18 min

Hansaring

Taxi: 12 min

Walking: 1 hr 6 min

Cologne Central Station

Taxi: 12 min

Walking: 58 min

Cologne Messe/Deutz

Taxi: 7 min

Walking: 39 min


Nearby locations

7.0

Very Good Location

A 2-minute walk from a tram stop, this relaxed hotel on a street lined with local shops and eateries is 2 km from Koelnmesse exhibition center, and 5 km from both Cologne Cathedral and Cologne Zoo.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Parking & transportation

Airport shuttle

Pets

Pet-friendly

Languages spoken

English

German

Policies & payments

Credit cards

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Shower

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

No air conditioning

Kitchen in some rooms

Refrigerator in some rooms

Microwave in some rooms

Coffee maker


Reviews

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To Rüe

1/5
There is a bed and it is dry and warm. Otherwise I can't recommend the room. The pictures did not correspond to reality. There were defects everywhere, with damage to the walls and broken mirrors as well as mold on the ceiling and in the shower. In addition, I have been waiting for 3 weeks for a business invoice to be provided.Service not available.In general, I can advise against choosing this room unless there is nothing else financially viable. Otherwise, a clear NOT recommendation

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Dalex

3/5
The room is very nice. The location is also ideal. The cleanliness was mediocre. Something was missing here and there. (no batteries in the remote control, there was only a small amount of toilet paper left, cups were missing (but were then brought over)) The bed was not comfortable, you sank in the middle of the bed, the bed sheet slide didn't hold. The beautiful walk-in shower wasn't quite finished either; it was missing a shower drain grille. It smelled unpleasant.

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Birgit Rohde

1/5
Rarely have I had such a dirty room. The designated non-smoking room smells extremely of smoke, the smell even lingers in the bedding. An attempt was made to drown out the smell with very pungent fragrance sticks, but this only made it worse. The bathroom is unclean, dust and hair from previous guests collects in the corners. There are stains on the light switches. The mirror hanging in the room is broken and the wall behind the door also shows severe damage, which appears to have been covered up by new plaster several times, but has recurred again and again. The bed linen has stains and several hairs were found in the bed.

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Lu Na

2/5
We found the room itself to be very nice.The equipment was okay, the water in the coffee machine was not changed and there were no new coffee capsules. The hairdryer that was listed on the internet was not available (possibly stolen, but should be checked).The cleanliness was not good. Lots of dust that had been there for a long time, hair in the bed, dirty shower, and very dirty sink.Generally okay but for €100 I expect at least a clean room

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Sara- Elena U

2/5
A few years ago we were very excited, it was really a luxury apartment and really great. This time everything is shabby and dirty. …

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Lucía Martínez

2/5
As for the room, it was neat and clean, but there was only one duvet as if we were in the middle of winter. As for the pillows, there was only one for each person and even on top of them they were UNCOMFORTABLE.As for the service, the boy who greeted us was very friendly but the girl who came to the room to kick us out was super rude and unpleasant, check out was at 10 and it was 10:15 and she kicked us out like dogs .I WOULD NOT GO BACK

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Hasan Atılgan

5/5
There is no parking problem, parking is free. Very suitable for families. The price is affordable.

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Claudia

4/5
We stayed in Cologne for a short trip (2 nights) in the Refugium Deluxe. The rooms are in a residential building. The hallway of the apartment building is clean and tidy. At 3 p.m. "check-in time" you will be sent the code with which you can enter the apartment building. You also need this code to get to the hallway level of the refuge room and then again for the room. We lived in room 2.2 A small room, modernly furnished. The room was clean and functionally furnished. There is a small coffee capsule machine, two cups, two glasses, a safe, a small refrigerator and a small TV in the room. The bathroom is very large and we had a small, covered balcony with two chairs and a table. The balcony was facing the garage courtyard. You could sit there in peace. The house is located on a busy street, the S-Bahn is within walking distance, and buses and trams are practically on the doorstep. In the room you don't hear any of the street noise. In the immediate vicinity there is a Norma shop, a small café, snack bars and an ice cream café. We think the Refugium Deluxe is very suitable for a short trip.