HOTEL DESCRIPTION
The Mercure Severinshof Koln hotel is a four storey property set in the centre of Cologne, 50 metres from the S Bahn station and within 1.5 kilometres of the city's shops, the historic old town and the museum district. The 253 air conditioned guestrooms feature light decor and modern furnishings. Amenities include complimentary wireless Internet connections, cable television, direct dial phone, clock radios, minibars, complimentary newspapers and bathrooms with shower/tub combinations.
Active guests can work out in the fitness centre and afterwards unwind in the sauna or top up their tans in the solarium. The hotel also offers wellness massages for a fee. The colourful, modern restaurant serves regional and international dishes and overlooks the terrace, and the bright, modern bar serves drinks until late. Those with laptops can plan sightseeing itineraries via complimentary wireless Internet access, and newspapers are available free of charge in the lobby. Business guests can enjoy access to nine meeting rooms with a capacity of 200 people, and a range of services are available in the business centre. Other amenities include dry cleaning services, safe deposit box and room service. Those arriving by car will find a parking garage on site. Those with an interest in modern art can visit the Ludwig Museum, 1.5 kilometres away, which houses a collection of 20th century works by artists including Warhol, Lichtenstein and Picasso. Those with families can enjoy close encounters with more then 500 species from around the world at the zoo, three kilometres from the hotel. Cologne Bonn Konrad Airport is 16 kilometres away, with an approximate driving time of 20 minutes.
Renovation Notice:
The hotel is scheduled to undergo renovations throughout August 2007. During this time, guests will have to use the side entrance and the reception desk will be temporarily relocated beside the restaurant. No estimated completion date is available at this time.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Number of rooms: 253