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THE QVEST hideaway

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Near Cologne Cathedral, THE QVEST hideaway offers a unique blend of culture and relaxation. Discover an on-site art gallery, shop at your leisure, or unwind in the library. The restaurant LA FONDA serves up delicious meals with al fresco dining options. Stay connected with free WiFi and enjoy laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

View all photos for Small

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a floor lamp, and a bedside table.

Small

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Medium

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a magazine, a lamp, a chair, and a window with blue curtains.

Medium

  • City view
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Large

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a wardrobe.

Suite

  • Park view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two windows with intricate designs, a small table, and a chair.

Deluxe Suite

  • Park view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Old Town Cologne, a neighborhood in Cologne, THE QVEST hideaway is near a metro station. National Socialist Documentation Center and Kolumba are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Phantasialand and Cologne Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at LANXESS Arena or RheinEnergieStadion. Visit our Cologne travel guide
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Gereonskloster 12, Cologne, NW, 50670

What's nearby

  • A night scene with a bridge over a calm river, city lights, and a tower with lights.
    MediaPark
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A table with a bowl of soup, a spoon, a glass of beer, and two bottles of beer.
    Neumarkt
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A cathedral with two tall spires, a river with boats, and a cityscape with buildings and trees.
    Cologne Cathedral
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A bridge, a cathedral, and a Ferris wheel at dusk.
    Musical Dome
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Friesenplatz
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn
    5 min walk
  • Cologne West Station
    12 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Romeo Romeo
    4 min walk
  • Bona‘Me Factory
    3 min walk
  • LeiLei
    6 min walk
  • NENI Köln
    4 min walk
  • Monkey Bar
    4 min walk

About this property

THE QVEST hideaway

  • Hotel near Cologne Cathedral
  • Old Market is located near THE QVEST hideaway, which provides an art gallery on site, shopping on site, and a library. The on-site restaurant, LA FONDA, offers lunch, dinner, light fare, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and bicycle parking
    • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
    • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 30 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 21.90 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • LA FONDA

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (7:30 AM - 10:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
6 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 21.90 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 30.00 per day
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is THE QVEST hideaway pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at THE QVEST hideaway?

As of Jul 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE QVEST hideaway on Aug 2, 2026 start from CA $156, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 30.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at THE QVEST hideaway?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at THE QVEST hideaway?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is THE QVEST hideaway located?

Located in Old Town Cologne, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of St Gereon's Basilica, Cologne Cathedral, and Old Market. LANXESS Arena is 1.8 mi (3 km) away. Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn is 5 minutes by foot and Friesenplatz U-Bahn is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

THE QVEST hideaway Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 175 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing, extremely helpful and kind! Very clean and spacious room, and the building is gorgeous!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly attentive staff and lovely care of the guest and the facility
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The QVEST hideaway is a beautiful historic building with clean, comfortable, and tastefully decorated rooms. The staff at the hotel were extremely helpful and made our stay memorable and relaxing!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kalina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building was beautiful. I felt it was overpriced but overall was a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend!

The staff are amazing, the saloon room is gorgeous, the bed was very comfy, great location. We will return
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb Boutique Hotel

Superb boutique hotel within walking distance of the city attractions. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was comfortable if a little too minimalist. Would definitely recommend the Qvest as a place to stay in Cologne.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Hongkee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the deco and design. The room was also quite spacious. The breakfast spread was not huge but had everything that you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel with short distances

We stayed here for few nights during our longer trip in Europe. The hotel was really well maintained and looked posh. Room was in excellent condition and only flaw that I saw was the lack of AC. This could make the rooms a little bit too hot on warm summer days. I do understand that because the hotel is a historical building, installing AC would ruin the excellent looks and the overall experience. But overall we were really, really satisfied on the experience and can recommend the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful location, rooms are unique and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ERIKA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect. I wanna stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Remko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous building on a beautiful tree-lined square, only a 15-minute walk to the cathedral and train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

SASKIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked 2 suites. The room was clean and spacious, but decor very stark and minimalist. The bathroom is black and dark. The amount of lights in the room could be increased. There's a great coffee machine in the room, but no milk. No shower cap in the room or at the front desk. The hotel lobby has one very interesting sofa, which is hugely uncomfortable. All in all very chic, but lacking warmth and life.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for someone looking for a place for a photo session, otherwise, just another hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is a hidden gem...

This hotel is located in a fantastic spot - very close to everything but in a very quiet square. The building is stunning, and the rooms have a great premium feel to them. Staff were exceptionally good at both reception and the bar. We stayed in a large suite on the ground floor, which was very impressive. There's a great restaurant out on the square, too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. In a lovely quiet square next to a beautiful church. Very clean and spacious room and comfy bed. The building was stunning and gave it a special feel. Breakfast was delicious and the staff were very friendly. Cologne is a very walkable city and the hotel is only a ten minute walk from the main train station. We'd stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cologne

I have stayed at the Qvest several times; it’s a beautiful boutique hotel located on a beautiful plaza across from an historic church. Quiet but easy walking and access to transport and key neighborhoods.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nawal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was what we expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kati

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Lage und das alte Haus waren exelent. Wenige Zimmer, freundliche Atmosphäre. Ambiente wär besonders.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr imposantes Hotel aufgrund seiner Architektur und Design. Freundliches Personal. Insgesamt ein Hotel, dass man uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen kann
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Schönes Design, wenig Komfort

Leider entsprach unser Aufenthalt in nicht den Erwartungen. Der Aufzug war ausser Betrieb, sodass wir unser Gepäck mühsam in den vierten Stock tragen mussten. Das Zimmer waren zwar schön dekoriert , jedoch unangenehm heiss – der bereitgestellte kleine Ventilator konnte kaum Abhilfe schaffen. Am nächsten Morgen wurden unsere Fahrräder durch Wäschewagen blockiert. Als ich dies an der Rezeption meldeten, erhielten wir lediglich ein “ahh ok”.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Detlef

Liked: Amenities
Alles perfekt!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tolles Gebäude

Wunderbarer Ort und nicht weit vom Hauptbahnhof
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025