Wow! I'd like to move in. Because of circumstances beyond my control I arrived at the hotel later than I intended but the Hilton team went out of their way make sure I had a great stay. Everyone I came across during my stay was great, from the Botanik Bar team to the reception crew. Thank you!
The hotel itself is gorgeous. The Large rooms are very cool. The place is spotlessly clean. The staff are friendly and speak multiple languages. The breakfast is really good. For the money, I dont think there is a better option. I want to come back to Cologne so that I can stay here again.
Unique hotel in an old water tower. Excellent use of space and a very intimate feel. The view out the panoramic windows on the 8th floor was amazing. There was no AC in my room, but laughably the thermostat was set at 13°. The staff was very nice as well. An enjoyable and easy 10 min walk into town center.
Phenomenal hotel. In a world filled with ugly cookie cutter hotels, this historic water tower is quite the unique experience. Of the 16 nights my family spent on holiday in Germany and Czech Republic, this was our favorite stay. Hilton Honors status was recognized with free breakfast and a phenomenal room upgrade to a two-story King suite with a view of the Kolner Dom out of our window. There are plenty of design elements that highlight the uniqueness of the hotel, including a large gear (presumably from the water tower before renovation) to a list of facts about the building on the wall. We enjoyed an even better view of it both evenings from the rooftop bar. All of the staff were fantastic in the hotel, but especially those working up there. They were profusely apologetic about being understaffed one night, but we felt that even then the service was better than we found elsewhere in Cologne. The location could be a turn off to some, but we hopped on the S-bahn just a block from the hotel when we went to the zoo. Walking back from the Kolner Dom area later that evening took about 20 minutes, and felt safe. I enjoyed only the briefest of time in the sauna suite, as our itinerary was quite full. While large and modern, I wish the temperature was that of a Finnish sauna (90C) and not of a bio sauna (50C). The adjacent gym was huge. Overall, a fabulous stay!
If you are a big fan of water towers just as I am, you’d enjoy this place. It preserved a lot of its initial circular structure and atmosphere. One of a kind experience that makes you want to come back. Unfortunately, the terrace is not accessible, so you’ll have to be satisfied with enjoying the view from the room window. I was lucky enough to be accommodated on the 8th floor. There’s a bar on the top floor that is accessible to all—apart from Monday when it’s open for hotel guests exclusively. Great atmosphere, good people and delicious water at the reception! :)
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