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Located opposite Cologne Cathedral, the Excelsior Hotel Ernst is a 5-star hotel housed in an imposing townhouse dating from 1863. It's just a 6-minute walk from Cologne train station and 15 km from Cologne-Bonn airport. The hotel's stately rooms are decorated with traditional furnishings and offer free Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Some rooms offer a view of the cathedral and feature a marble bathroom with whirlpool bath. Suites include a separate sitting area. The hotel also offers a renowned East Asian restaurant, a piano bar with cigar lounge and a spa with fitness center. Parking is free, and an airport shuttle service is available at an additional cost.