Excelsior Hotel Ernst

Cologne


Luxury is taken very seriously at this traditional, family-run grand hotel with a pedigree going back to 1863. The subtly romantic rooms are airy and even the lowest category is good-sized and supremely comfortable, while the ritziest have the added bonus of Dom views.

If that doesn't wow you sufficiently, perhaps a meal at taku, the on-site Michelin-starred Asian restaurant, will.