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Südstadtperle in the center of the essence of Cologne's Südstadt.

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A modern living room with a large abstract painting, a floor lamp, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A white ceramic pot with a plant on a dark countertop, a white intricately designed lantern, and a candle on a wooden table against a plain wall.
A modern kitchen with a black induction cooktop, a white shelf with glassware, a red bowl, and a knife block.
A cozy room with a dining table, a window with a view, a radiator, and a shelf with decorative items.
A bed with white bedding and a floral pattern, a decorative headboard, and a small wooden nightstand with a decorative item.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Rhine
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Köln, NRW
  • Place, Rheinau Harbour
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Hay Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Chocolate Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Südstadtperle in the center of the essence of Cologne's Südstadt.

This beautiful core redeveloped Südstadtperle, old building from 1915, Wilhelminian style house, in a traffic-calmed 30 zone. Spacious 2 room apartment with high stucco ceilings, original floorboards, TV wall, large modern bathroom with washing machine and dryer, new modern kitchen with table and 5 seats. Stylish luxury full equipment. 2 TVs in the bedroom. The apartment is on the ground floor with shutters. Seating (for smokers) in the planted courtyard. Top location in the center of the essentials, 10 minutes at the cathedral or in the old town. Excellent connection by train and bus to (3 minutes on foot). Rheinauhafen and supermarkets cozy restaurants, bars shopping possibilities within walking distance ..

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 003-1-0017284-23
Property # 2803037
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cologne

Located in Innenstadt, a neighbourhood in Cologne, this apartment is near theme parks. Cologne Cathedral and Hohenzollern Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Phantasialand and German Sport and Olympics Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at LANXESS Arena, or consider a night out at Tanzbrunnen Köln. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Köln, NRW

What's nearby

  • Rheinau Harbour - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Neumarkt - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hay Market - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Chocolate Museum - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • University of Cologne - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Cologne Süd Station - 4 min drive
  • Chlodwigplatz U-Bahn - 6 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Einspänner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪einbrand - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kurfürstenhof - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Massimo Rosticceria GmbH - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Backes - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Südstadtperle in the center of the essence of Cologne's Südstadt. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Südstadtperle in the center of the essence of Cologne's Südstadt.?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Südstadtperle in the center of the essence of Cologne's Südstadt.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Südstadtperle in the center of the essence of Cologne's Südstadt.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Südstadtperle in the center of the essence of Cologne's Südstadt. located?

Located in Innenstadt, this apartment building is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Rhine and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cologne Cathedral and LANXESS Arena. Rheinau Harbour and Hof 242 are also within 15 minutes. Chlodwigplatz U-Bahn is 6 minutes by foot and Ubierring U-Bahn is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lodging is in a beautiful building in a very nice neighborhood. It's an easy walk to buses and trams and has an abundance of fun bars and great restaurants. Would stay here again .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place on a good spot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property at first has everything you need. It's not luxurious but it's setup to have a solid week of amenities. The kitchen wasn't used but nice to have and the bedroom was clean. The only complaint is that it's at street level so you can hear people walking by and you don't want to leave the windows open. I was here for a conference and it was great location as good place to unwind in the evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this clean and spacious apartment. After already traveling for two weeks, we especially appreciated the washer and dryer. The kitchen was well appointed, too, and the orderliness was impressive - it was easy to fix a quick breakfast to start each day. The location was great for walks or bus rides to everywhere we wanted to go. We’d happily stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elegant property, Old World charm

Elegant property in a nice area. There are many eateries nearby. Also near a tram station. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was on the ground level which was nice with our luggage. There was plenty of space to unpack and kitchen with all the basic needs for cooking, and making coffee and tea. The washer and dryer were a great addition and there was also a drying rack.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment near city centre

Really nice apartment short walk into the city centre. Lots of restaurants and bars nearby. Josef was really helpful and quick to reply to messages
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great , great , great

Amazing apartment, fantastic and friendly owner. Thank you for your hospitality. Great location, very close to the centre. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. Josef's place is in a great location and is very comfortable. We had plenty of room for our family of 4 and Josef was very responsive when we had questions. He welcomed us with beer and bottled water in the fridge which was much appreciated after traveling. We would definitely stay here again on a future trip to Cologne. Vielen dank!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Clean Location in Südstadt

Youll find yourself immersed in the heart of Südstadt with grocery stores, cafés, bakeries, and local retailers within minutes of the apartment. Very transit friendly. The owner is easily reachable and friendly. Would stay again! Thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic located VRBO

I very much enjoyed my stay at this VRBO. The amenities were perfect the whole flat very cozy. Not 5 min away from biblical transportation and less to many shops in this neighborhood. Very safe to walk and hang out. I will book it again next time I’m in Cologne.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

EURO 2024 trip

3 adults stayed for 4 nights double bed and sofa bed flat is very well equipped and is situated in a quite street the surrounding area has lots of cafes and bars and has a nice relaxed atmosphere the tram/underground is 5 min walk away would recommend as a good base to explore cologne
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Apartment and Location

This was my first time to Cologne and this apartment was absolutely amazing. Located in what I would say was the most beautiful part of Cologne, it is quiet and located close to the Rhein, supermarkets, restaurants, transit. It was very easy to get to where I wanted to go from this location. The host was also incredible and was quick to answer any questions I had and fix any issues. It was absolutely perfect for my 5 week stay and I would definitely stay here again when I return.
Stayed 35 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great neighborhood

This is an excellent VRBO. The apartment is on the ground floor. It is well stocked with everything one would need. The kitchen has a fancy coffee maker and plenty of plates and utensils. It even has a dishwasher. The bed is comfy. The apartment is outside the city center, but close to an s-bahn stop. The Cologne transit system is easy to navigate and quickly reach any spot in the city. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our colgene Germany stay

If I could give it more than 5 stars. I would, the place is in a great location. Joseph was a great hopes close to metro buses all over. And the place is awesome, it's a diamond, and nobody knows about. Sophie, looking a place to stay while you're in Cologne, Germany. Look, this one up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great location and the apartment was nice. But they did not respond to my emails about parking and check in was at 4 and no one showed up to let us in until 4:30. We asked if we could check in at 3:30 and they said it was ok. We stood outside for over an hour. Also, the trash cans were not emptied. When I texted they apologized and gave us a bottle of wine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2025
wenn ich gewusst hätte das diese Gästen so einen Saustall hinterlassen, hätte ich mir die Weinflasche gespart. Nie wieder ... Wohnzimmertisch kaputt, Sofa kaputt Bad versaut, In der Küche einen Saustall hinterlassen ekelhaft!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week long city break

Stayed in cologne for a week visiting the city and surrounding area. Lovely region of Germany. The apartment is situated to the south a short tram ride (about 10 mins) from old town/Dom or about a 30 min walk along the river which is pleasant. The area around the apartment also has numerous nice bars and restaurants. The apartment is very comfortable and well sized, good kitchen facilities and a huge tv in the living room. Host (Josef) was really helpful, let us check in early and very responsive to messages. There was a brief issue on our first day with WiFi which he resolved quickly. Also called by one day with a bottle of wine for us which was really kind, excellent host. Would certainly stay again if visiting the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Josef’s apartment in Cologne. The location is excellent—a safe neighborhood just a short walk from the tram and plenty of local cafes, restaurants, bakeries, and bars. Grocery store a few minutes walk away. We loved the high ceilings and the thoughtful touch of beers and water upon arrival. While the historic building has plenty of charm and a great TV setup (and nice large size TV), be aware that the floors are quite creaky and the heating takes some time to warm up, but it’s an old building so it’s understandable. We also struggled with the dryer not working well, but Josef was a very responsive and helpful host, especially with parking advice. Overall, a lovely and well-located base for the city and to explore the Christmas markets. Kitchen was fully equipped to cook and the provided extra pillows and blankets were also nice to have. The apartment was larger than the photos and being on the ground floor was great for the dog. Plenty of closet space. WiFi worked well but took a bit to figure out in the beginning. Once logged in, no issues. Fast enough for remote work. Recommend and would stay again if in Cologne.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec, 2025
der Trockner ist neu, man muss halt auch das Wasser ausleeren, sonst gehts nicht weiter ;-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic find

Great apartment, the photos don't do it justice. There is a private garage off location for leaving the car. It was a reasonable price agreed with the owner of the apartment.We were given instructions of how to find and access the apartment before we arrived and the owner came and said hello. He lives in the apartment next door.Location was brilliant in a vibrant suburb with all shops, cafes, restaurants, supermarket, pharmacy etc in the neighbourhood.Apartment was more spacious than expected. Only criticism we have is the noise of people walking past late at night and rubbish collection early in the morning was disruptive. The shower and bath had mould on it which didn't look pleasant. In terms of getting about there's tram and Ubahn and bus stops at the end of road. Took about 20mins to get into the city centre. It's walkable too fif about similar length of time .ation
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Altbauwohnung in einer Super Lage . Die Wohnung ist groß und es war alles da, was man braucht . Angenehme Kommunikation mit dem Vermieter und unkompliziertes Einchecken. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Josef's place was great - the location was fantastic, the bed was comfy and clean, the kitchen was well stocked with dishware and utensils. The building is beautifully historic and quirky (the shower plumbing comes out of the wall in a weird place) but nothing that affected our stay. We were in Cologne during the heat wave and I messaged Josef asking if he had a fan and an hour later he dropped one off. Check in and out was easy and he responded to my messages quickly. Would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
Dor Wohnung hat eine super Lage zu Restaurants, Kneipen und Second Hand Läden. Strassenbahn und Bus sind in ca.10min zu erreichen. Die Wohnung liegt in einer ruhigen Gegend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schöne Wohnung mitten im Geschehen, nah zum Rheinufer und auch mit Hund durch nahe gelegenen Park super.Alles, was man braucht, ist vorhanden.Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und hatten netten Kontakt zum Vermieter.Alles in allem sehr zu empfehlen!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
War schon zum zweiten Mal in der Wohnung. Sie bietet allen Komfort den man benötigt und ist zentral gelegen. Die Kommunikation mit Josef ist reibungslos und freundlich.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr sauber, tolle Lage! Große Wohnung
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Josef Poppernitsch

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English, German
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