Limehome Köln Friesenplatz - Digital Access

The hotel is located not far from the train station – a 20-minute walk or two tram stops (or U-Bahn, referring to metro/subway in some contexts, but here likely a typo for tram/bus given 'stops'). We received detailed instructions on how to find the entrance. Accessing the building and the room was easy thanks to the keypads on both doors. The room was very clean. It had 4 beds, a well-equipped kitchen and bathroom, a balcony, and air conditioning. Apparently, in summer, the windows are covered by external blinds, so the heat isn't an issue here. From the 5th floor, there was a very beautiful view of the city's rooftops (as seen in the photo). We didn't use them, but we saw a sign near the elevator indicating that there are washing machines in the building. Before checking in, you need to register on the hotel's website. Prepare your passport and be ready to take a selfie. Also, be prepared to provide your phone number, email, and passport number. After submitting all these details, you will receive instructions and codes to get inside. A crucial detail especially for residents of Russia: the hotel's website, where you need to complete online registration before check-in, might not open from Russia. Postpone your registration until you arrive in Europe, or use a certain method (you know what I mean) to access the website.

Otherwise, the hotel was fine! Everything was neat. Checking in via the online system was a bit tricky, though. Moreover, they ask for ID again that you have to scan, and apparently the entrance and room number have separate codes. It should be easier if, once the booking is confirmed, we can get the link directly and enter our details, rather than me having to call the hotel and ask how to check in. Maybe I did it wrong, but that was the only downside.

Great location, a 25-minute walk from the train station. It's quiet, you can't hear your neighbors, and contactless check-in is very convenient. Easy to find. Close to the metro and shops. Across the street, there's a fantastic shawarma place with huge portions.

It is a great location for a business trip, quiet, clean, and comfortable. I recommend it as the best stay for a solo stay. It was convenient because it had cooking utensils and an induction stove so I could have a simple meal.