Standard Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Cologne · North Rhine-Westphalia
Holiday Inn Express Cologne Muelheim By Ihg
A practical 3-star base near the A3 in Cologne's Mülheim district, with free parking, a solid breakfast, and straightforward access to the city and beyond.
- Free parking under the hotel walls
- Breakfast included with late weekend hours
- 24-hour reception and express check-in
8.1
Great
5251 reviews
Booking.com 8.1 · 5251 reviews
About
Holiday Inn Express Cologne Muelheim By Ihg
Holiday Inn Express Cologne Muelheim sits about 7 km from the Cologne Chocolate Museum, in the Mülheim district of Cologne. It’s a straightforward 3-star property designed for practical stays – close to the A3, with parking on site and transport links into the city.
The hotel keeps things simple: a shared lounge, a bar area, a golf course on the premises, and rooms that come with air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs. Breakfast is included, and the front desk runs around the clock.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
5 reasons to book- Free parking on site — Parking under the hotel walls is free, with a paid alternative nearby if spaces run out.
- Included breakfast with late weekend hours — Breakfast is served from 6:00–11:00 on weekdays and until 11:30 on weekends, giving you time to sleep in.
- Quiet, well-equipped rooms — Rooms are described as clean, quiet, and air-conditioned, with soundproofing, blackout curtains, and tea/coffee facilities.
- 24-hour reception with express check-in — Check-in takes about a minute, and the front desk is staffed around the clock – handy for late arrivals.
- Convenient for the autobahn and NRW — Close to the A3, making it an easy stopover or a base for exploring the wider region by car.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Limited dining options in the immediate area — There's no restaurant on site or directly next door; you'll find a McDonald's in the adjacent building and a Lidl about 500 m away.
- Breakfast is basic for the price — Some guests found the breakfast satisfactory but not extraordinary – fine for fueling up, but not a highlight.
- Little to see around the hotel — The immediate surroundings are utilitarian; you'll need to drive or take transport to reach Cologne's sights.
- Facilities rating is the lowest category — At 7.5, the facilities score lags behind other categories, suggesting the property is functional rather than lavish.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Standard Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Standard Queen Room Disability Access
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Double Room Sofa Bed
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- No smoking on site
- Key card access
Food & Drink
- Breakfast included
- Bar/Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Children's buffet
- Vending machines
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- Free toiletries
- Ironing facilities
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Accessibility
- Rooms/Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Activities
- Golf course
- Leisure/TV room
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.1/10 from 5,251 reviews
Booking.com · 8.1 · 5251 reviews
8.1Verified guest“Breakfast was more than enough, with rolls – always a plus when staying in Germany. The restaurant was good. Loved the satellite TV, climate control, and coffee/tea makers in the room. Location was easy and staff were accommodating.”
8.1Verified guest“Booked a compact, stylish room with a sofa bed – clean bedding and good facilities.”
8.1Verified guest“Every morning started with a hearty breakfast – fresh fruit and pain au chocolat. Llona was especially attentive.”
8.1Verified guest“Location was perfect for getting to the airport or other parts of NRW, with easy access to a market and shops. Breakfast was more than adequate, very good with rolls – which is always a plus in Germany.”
8.1Verified guest“A relaxing one-night stay, excellent value for money. The room was well-maintained with very comfy beds, air conditioning, and an iron.”
8.1Verified guest“Breakfast was satisfactory, though not extraordinary for the price. Weekend breakfast until 11:30 is a big plus. Beds were subjectively good – relatively hard but not uncomfortable. Soundproofing and darkening were great. Staff friendly and courteous, keeping their cool even when a guest at the front desk was out of line. Ideal location for walking to events at Keupstr./Schanzenstr. – Palladium, Carlswerk, E-Werk.”
04 — Location
Getting around Cologne
The property sits in Cologne.
Event venues: The hotel is within walking distance of Kölner Veranstaltungszentren – Palladium, Carlswerk, and E-Werk are all accessible on foot from Keupstr./Schanzenstr.
City center: Cologne's Chocolate Museum is roughly 7 km away; you'll likely want to drive or take public transport into the central sights.
Shopping: A Lidl supermarket is about 500 m away across the street, behind a Toyota dealership – handy for essentials.
Tiefentalstrasse 72, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, 51063, Germany
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:00
- Check-out
- By 07:00-12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 107 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, parking is available. According to one guest, parking under the hotel walls is free, and if those spots are taken, there's paid parking nearby for €10 per day.
What are the breakfast hours?
Breakfast is served from 6:00 to 11:00 on weekdays, and from 6:30 to 11:30 on weekends.
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is from 07:00 to 12:00.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed at the hotel.
Is there air conditioning in the rooms?
Yes, all rooms are air-conditioned, which guests noted was especially welcome during hot summer days.
Is the hotel close to the autobahn?
Yes, the hotel is located near the A3, making it an easy stopover for travelers driving through the region.
The bottom line
A dependable, no-fuss 3-star that's easy to recommend for a stopover or an event night in Mülheim. You get free parking, a decent breakfast, and clean, quiet rooms – just don't expect much beyond the basics.
8.1The straightforward choice for autobahn travelers and gig-goers.
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