The Qvest Hideaway, Cologne

Art & Design

The Qvest Hideaway occupies a historic building constructed in 1897, preserving architectural character while integrating a private art gallery. This on-site gallery presents changing exhibitions, including contemporary photography, and the hotel sits beside Kaune Contemporary, a dedicated gallery for contemporary photography. Public spaces are furnished with design classics from the fifties and sixties, creating a museum-like atmosphere within a working hotel.

Rooms

Each spacious room contains a minibar and a bathroom with clean fixtures, with some rooms offering views of the Basilica of St. Gereon. Premium bedding and soundproofed windows ensure rest, while select attic rooms include a small air conditioning unit for warmer weather. The hotel provides allergy-free rooms and facilities for disabled guests upon request.

Dining

Breakfast is served daily in the stylish on-site restaurant, offering a diverse selection of cuisine with freshly baked rolls and good cappuccino. The bar and lounge area serves evening drinks including espresso martinis, and the restaurant can accommodate special diet menus. A coffee house on site provides additional beverage options throughout the day.

Location

The hotel is located in the heart of Cologne's Old Town, within a quiet courtyard shared with a church and a local pub. Cologne Cathedral and the Museum of Applied Art are both 1 km away, reachable on foot in about 10-15 minutes. Numerous cafés, bars, and restaurants lie within a 2-minute walk, and the Belgian Quarter with its nightlife is a 5-minute walk in the opposite direction.

Business & Facilities

Two meeting rooms are available for business events, and the hotel offers express check-in/check-out, a tour desk, and luggage storage. An electric vehicle charging station and on-site parking are provided, and pet bowls allow guests to travel with their dogs. Additional services include laundry, ironing, and daily housekeeping.

Highlights

Art: Private art gallery with changing contemporary photography exhibitions

Rooms: Spacious rooms with design classics from the fifties and sixties

Dining: Daily breakfast with freshly baked rolls and special diet menus

Location: Quiet courtyard in Old Town, 15 min walk to Cologne Cathedral

Business: Two meeting rooms and express check-in/check-out

Pet-friendly: Pet bowls and dedicated dog rooms available