Cologne, DE holiday rentals: flats & apartments & more

Discover a selection of 500 holiday rentals in Cologne, DE that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo holiday homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including pool and internet/WiFi. Prices start at £ 43 per night, and flats & apartments and houses are popular options for a stay in Cologne. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Why people love visiting historical Cologne

Enjoy the area's cathedral, museums and history with a rental holiday home in Cologne. Well known for its shopping, cafes and monuments, this romantic city won't disappoint. Romano-Germanic Museum, Wallraf-Richartz-Museum and Volkstheater Millowitsch are a few of the top cultural sights. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.

Activities

Sightseeing in and around Cologne

Do you want to discover attractions to see while you're in town? Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that Cologne has to offer. Here are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

Claudius Therme (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)
Cologne Cable Car (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
Cologne Zoo (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
Odysseum (1.7 mi / 2.8 km)
MMC Studios (4.2 mi / 6.7 km)
Aqualand Freizeitbad am Fuhlinger See (6.3 mi / 10.1 km)

Natural features

Exploring the natural landscape of Cologne

Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Cologne. Here are a few of the area's noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

Stadtgarten (0.8 mi / 1.2 km)
Volksgarten (1.3 mi / 2 km)
Flora Cologne (1.6 mi / 2.6 km)
Forstbotanischer Garten Koln (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
Flittarder Rheinaue (4.4 mi / 7 km)
Japanischer Garten (5 mi / 8.1 km)

How to get there

Travelling to and around Cologne

The nearest airport is in Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn), located 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Duesseldorf (DUS-Duesseldorf Intl.), which is 24.6 mi (39.7 km) away.

If you prefer to travel by train, Cologne Central Station, Cologne Hansaring Station and Cologne West Station are the main stations in the city. You can get around Cologne by catching a ride on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn, Neumarkt U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn.

Can I find a vacation rental around Cologne?

Yes, our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 690 vacation rentals near Cologne. From 561 flats & apartments to 84 houses, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable stay with your family and friends. The best places to stay near Cologne for a holiday or a weekend are on Vrbo.

What is the best area to stay when traveling to Cologne?

Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the areas with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Cologne:

Ehrenfeld: 50 vacation rentals
Deutz: 74 vacation rentals
Hoehenberg: 48 vacation rentals
Altstadt-Nord: 60 vacation rentals
Neustadt-Nord: 55 vacation rentals

For other neighborhoods, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.

What are the popular points of interest near where I can stay when traveling to Cologne?

Vrbo UK offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Cologne. From Vrbo UK travelers, the most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

Cologne Cathedral: 726 vacation rentals
Cologne Messe-Deutz Station: 728 vacation rentals
Cologne-Dellbrück S-Bahn: 784 vacation rentals
Cologne (QKU-Cologne Messe-Deutz Train Station): 729 vacation rentals
Cologne Central Station: 729 vacation rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Cologne listed on Vrbo UK where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.

Can I rent Flats in Cologne?

Yes, of course. Vrbo UK has 561 Flats in Cologne. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Cologne include:

Houses: 84 rentals available
Studios: 561 rentals available
Bungalows: 2 rentals available

But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation rentals including Cottages and more.

Can I find a vacation rental with pool in Cologne?

Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with pool among our 14 vacation rentals with pool available in Cologne. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.