Wasserturm Hotel Cologne, Curio Collection By Hilton

Historic water tower hotel with 360-degree rooftop bar in Cologne

Architecture & History

The Wasserturm Hotel Cologne, Curio Collection By Hilton occupies a fully renovated 19th-century water tower in Cologne's Old Town. The building's original brick, glass, and wood framework remains visible throughout the interior, including on the corridors of floors 1, 2, and 7 that preserve the old water tower theme. Guests entering the hotel immediately see the tower's distinct circular floor plan, a direct result of its original function as a reservoir.

Rooms & Suites

The hotel has 88 uniquely designed rooms and suites, each with a layout that follows the tower's circular shape. Higher-category rooms, such as the Tower Duplex King Suite, include a spiral staircase leading to a loft bedroom, while all rooms come with a handheld room control device and satellite TV. Some suites on the 8th and 9th floors offer semi-circular windows overlooking the Cologne Cathedral or the city skyline.

Dining & Rooftop Bar

Bar Botanik occupies the entire 11th floor at a height of 35 meters, offering a 360-degree panoramic view of Cologne. The bar serves seasonal specialties and innovative cocktails, and guests can also order food such as popcorn chicken. Breakfast includes a buffet with a self-squeeze fresh orange juice station and à la carte items like apple crumble French toast and pastrami hash.

Wellness & Spa

The hotel's spa and wellness center on the 5th floor includes a sauna and a relaxation area with loungers. Guests can book full-body, head, neck, or foot massages, as well as fitness center access. No lockers or changing rooms are available in the spa, but the sauna is clean and spacious.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Wasserturm Hotel Cologne sits less than 2 km from Cologne Main Train Station and a 10-minute walk from the Rhine River. Cologne Cathedral, the Chocolate Museum, and Museum Ludwig are all within walking distance of the hotel. A public outdoor heated pool is located directly opposite the hotel building.

• Architecture: Converted 19th-century water tower in Cologne's Old Town
• Views: 360-degree panoramic rooftop from Bar Botanik on the 11th floor
• Rooms: 88 uniquely designed rooms and suites, including Tower Duplex with spiral staircase
• Dining: Breakfast with fresh-squeezed orange juice and à la carte items
• Wellness: Spa with sauna and multiple massage options
• Location: 10-minute walk to the Rhine River and Cologne Cathedral