185 Merkenicher Straße Köln Niehl, Niehl, 50735 Cologne, Germany
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Köln Vermietung Schwermer Overview

First Impressions

When I first pulled up to Köln Vermietung Schwermer, I’ll be honest — it’s not what you’d expect from a typical hotel. This four-star property sits on Merkenicher Straße in the Niehl district, and honestly, that’s part of its charm. You’re getting something more personal here, more like staying in a well-appointed apartment than a cookie-cutter hotel room. The building has this understated elegance that grows on you, and I found myself appreciating the quieter vibe compared to the bustling city center.

Location & Neighborhood

Niehl isn’t the most famous part of Cologne, but that’s actually a good thing if you ask me. You’re far enough from the tourist crowds to feel like you’re experiencing the real city, yet close enough to reach the cathedral and old town without much hassle. The neighborhood has this authentic, residential feel — you know what I mean? You’ll see locals going about their daily routines, and there are some surprisingly good cafes and bakeries within walking distance. The couples who stay here seem to really get it, rating the location an 8.0, and I can see why.

The Space

What sets this place apart is the apartment-style setup. Each unit feels more like a temporary home than a hotel room, which is perfect if you’re planning to stay more than just a night or two. The kitchen facilities are actually functional — I mean, you can cook a proper meal here, not just heat up leftovers. The furnishings strike that sweet spot between modern and comfortable, and there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped. The attention to detail is what impressed me most; everything from the lighting to the storage solutions feels thoughtfully planned.

Practical Perks

The parking situation is refreshingly straightforward, which anyone who’s driven in German cities will appreciate. You don’t have to circle the block hunting for a spot or decode complicated street signs. The property management is responsive too — when I had a question about the Wi-Fi, they sorted it out quickly without making me feel like I was bothering them. It’s these little things that make the difference when you’re trying to settle in somewhere new.

Why Guests Love It

Recent guests have been rating this place 8.5 for location, and after spending time here, I get it completely. It’s that rare combination of being well-connected but not overwhelming. You’re not paying premium prices for a fancy lobby you’ll barely use, but you’re getting quality where it actually matters — in your living space. The 8.3 overall rating feels about right; it’s not trying to be flashy, but it delivers on the fundamentals really well. If you want to experience Cologne like a local rather than a tourist, this is honestly one of the better options I’ve come across.

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Reviews of Köln Vermietung Schwermer

  • Good place to rest. – Solomon from United Kingdom – July 8, 2025 (8/10)

    Basic and clean

    What could be improved: I could not get the kitchen.

  • Wonderful – Arron from United Kingdom – June 26, 2024 (9/10)

    Claudia is a fantastic host and extremely friendly. Upon arriving, she showed us to the room and also gave us some great tips on places to visit and how to get our way around the city of Cologne. She has eveything stocked ready for our arrival and said to contact her via WhatsApp if we need any additional supplies.

    I would recommend staying here, it's not to far out from the city Centre, you're able to catch the number 16 line to the cathedral and the stop is only a 5 minute walk from the accommodation. There is also a great bakery in the local area for breakfast/lunch, a recommendation of Claudia's.


    Thank you Claudia for making our stay so pleasant.

    What could be improved: N/A

  • Visiting for the European Football Championships – Vince from United Kingdom – June 21, 2024 (9/10)

    A short walk from the U Bahn number 16 taked you into the centre of the city.

    Good local shops bars and Restaurants

    Nice Riverside Walks.

    What could be improved: Great value for money

    Visiting for the Euros Football ⚽️

  • Very Good – Rocco from United Kingdom – December 6, 2023 (8/10)

    Room was pretty comfortable, roomy and kept clean.
    Place was near a supermarket and also some restaurant, at just 400m from the train stop.
    I suggest this place.
    And also the host was very welcoming
    🙂

    What could be improved: Having the WiFi connection included would have been a plus.

  • Perfect choose for small holidays – Ozan from Turkey – November 29, 2023 (9/10)

    All is good. We stayed 3 nights and didnt get any problem. If we go Köln, we can stay at there again. Thank you for all wellcome.

  • Excellent place for solo travellers. – Adwait from India – November 27, 2023 (8/10)

    Very close to the public transport. Though away from city center, 15-20 min from Köln HBF. Well connected even at late night.

    What could be improved: Nothing to comment.

  • Wonderful – Ugur from Turkey – October 18, 2023 (9/10)

    My colleques and I stayed at flat for four days, Cl is a nice houseowner ,help us to complate the check in process easily. We complated all process in 10minutes. The flat has enough size to be able to stay three people. it is very clean and has comfortable beds. all kitchen utensils , toiletries .İt is located in very quite neighborhood.

    We used free Wi_fi at home.

    close to U bahn and bus station. There are some restaurants and cafes around the home .Someone who stay at home can reach to downtown in 15 minutes with U_Bahn.

    Our accommodation was comfortable.Thank you Cl.

  • It was nice stay at Cologne. If I will have possibility to stay here again, I really would like to! – Nataliia from Ukraine – June 23, 2023 (9/10)

    1) The location was very quiet and nice; almost near the Leverkusen Mitte bus station;
    2) Room and bathroom were very clean and tidy;
    3) You can drink tap water 😀
    4) I was able to do early check out, just leaving keys;
    5) There was a fridge, microwave, kettle, coffee machine in the room (everything except the kettle was for extra pay, but maybe it is nice to have choice);
    6) Bed linen and towels were provided, thank you;
    7) Lidl was in 10 minutes walking;
    8) Ms. Claudia was very friendly and helpful;
    9) It was easy to find the place because of the house sign;
    10) Ms. Claudia gave me Wi Fi access as a gift ❤️❤️❤️

    What could be improved: 1) Not really flexible check-in (I could make it at 20:00 without extra pay, but I was really nervous because my bus was a little bit late and I was afraid that I'll be late too :((((
    2) In my humble opinion, some things could be included into the whole price (for example, everybody today uses Wi-Fi and fridge) 😀 but that's okay, the Host has its own right to create rules.
    3) One day I was getting back to my room late at night and I was nervous about not destroying everybody's sleep because of the old stairs that were loud 😀 but that's fine, I would not touch those stairs too, this is almost a historical item already 🙂

  • Great host, clean sanitary and bedding, just perfect for a few days Köln. – Wim from Netherlands – April 28, 2023 (9/10)

    – clean room and sanitary
    – near U bahn ( and it is about 20 min to Dom/Hbf.)
    – good value for price
    – shared bathroom was okay

    What could be improved: none, good to know that the room is located on first floor, stairs.

  • Wonderful – Quoc from Vietnam – January 3, 2023 (9/10)

    Nice host, well equipped room, quiet surroundings, great value for the price

    What could be improved: None to dislike

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Flora Köln: 3.3 km
  • Cologne Tower: 5 km
  • Museum Ludwig: 5 km
  • Wartburgplatz: 3.5 km
  • Altonaer Platz: 3 km
  • Leipziger Platz: 2.8 km
  • Lis-Böhle-Park: 3.4 km
  • Hohenzollern Bridge: 5 km
  • Tennisclub Grün-Gold: 4.3 km
  • Botanical Gardens Flora: 3.7 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Tamada: 50 m
  • Restaurant Eiscafé Piccolo: 100 m
  • Restaurant Gaststätte bei d’r Bunn: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Köln Triangle: 6 km
  • Japanese Garden: 10 km
  • Neumarkt Square: 6 km
  • Volksgarten Park: 8 km
  • Romano-Germanic Museum: 5 km
  • Wallraf-Richartz Museum: 6 km
  • Cologne Chocolate Museum: 6 km
  • National Socialism Documentation Center: 6 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Forest Auf dem Sand: 8 km

Public transit:

  • Train Köln-Stammheim: 7 km
  • Train Geldernstrasse/Parkgurtel Underground Station: 3.3 km

Closest Airports:

  • Düsseldorf Airport: 43 km
  • Cologne Bonn Airport: 19 km
  • Mönchengladbach Airport: 52 km
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House Rules at Köln Vermietung Schwermer

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
  • Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Check-out:

  • From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 21

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.1

Comfort:

8.6

Location:

8.6

Facilities:

8.2

Cleanliness:

8.5

Value for money:

7.9