The traditional grand hotel next to Cologne Cathedral is also home to a bar that has been among the stronger in the city for years. The friendly bartenders not only offer the classic international range as well as precise and exclusive champagnes. They also mix their own creations in the chic ambience.
Pearl is the En Primeur Club membership app — saves, bookings, and concierge access live there. Same editors, same standards.
- Address
- Trankgasse 1–5, 50667, Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
- Phone
- +49 (221) 2701
- Website
- excelsiorhotelernst.com

The traditional grand hotel next to Cologne Cathedral is also home to a bar that has been among the stronger in the city for years. The friendly bartenders not only offer the classic international range as well as precise and exclusive champagnes. They also mix their own creations in the chic ambience.
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Classic mahogany‑paneled hotel bar with an elegant, intimate atmosphere, mixing international flair, refined cocktails, champagne and cigars, with soothing live music and a cozy terrace overlooking the historic city center.



















