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Excelsior Hotel Ernst

4.6(1,825)
Hotel

About

The Excelsior Hotel Ernst stands steps from Cologne Cathedral, blending historic grandeur with refined comfort. Its rooms and suites feature luxurious furnishings and views of the iconic skyline, ideal for business travelers seeking both elegance and convenience.

The hotel offers Michelin-starred dining at taku, a sophisticated piano bar, and a spa, creating a full-service hospitality experience. Meeting planners can leverage its central location and attentive service to host seamless events and accommodate multi-night stays with style.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with cathedral views
  • Client dinners in Michelin-starred dining
  • Multi-night stays near Cologne’s business hub

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Prime setting with direct views of the Cologne Cathedral
Location
Prime setting with direct views of the Cologne Cathedral
Situated in the historic Trankgasse, the hotel offers rooms and suites with views of the iconic Cologne Cathedral, placing guests in the heart of the city within walking distance of the Rhine and main train station.
Michelin-starred Asian cuisine at taku
Culinary Experience
Michelin-starred Asian cuisine at taku
The hotel’s in-house restaurant, taku, holds a Michelin star and specializes in memorable East Asian dishes, providing a distinctive dining option for business events and guests.
Classic luxury with traditional touches
Atmosphere
Classic luxury with traditional touches
The hotel blends historic charm and elegance with features like a stylish lobby lounge serving traditional Afternoon Tea and rooms furnished with high-quality materials, complemented by thoughtful service details.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 1,825 reviews