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Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg

Kadettenstraße, Bergisch Gladbach/Cologne, NW 51429, Germany Access

Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg

--- Reopening on June 4, 2021 ---

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The Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg a former hunting manor of Elector Johann Wilhelm II in the year 1703 with ist French-leaning neo-classical style is today considered one of the most elegant and luxurious hotels in Europe. A breathtaking view of the cathedral city of Cologne exquisite style and the highest level of personal service provide guests with a feeling of true wellbeing. The juxtaposition of luxury and comfort ensures a truly stylish stay. For private as well as business occasions.

It is the most beautiful baroque castle in Europe converted into a luxury hotel in 2000. The Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg has 1040 sqm conference and banqueting facilities with abundant natural daylight. It has 2 different restaurants with highest quality. To the Cologne fairground the City Center or the Cologne airport is a 20 minutes drive. The 4 elements spa by Althoff provides a unique feel-good ambience in its 1000 square meter pamper the mind and senses. All rooms are spacious with high ceilings and combine the baroque style of the historic hunting lodge with timeless elegance and
contemporary interior.

Situated high over the Cologne basin, nestled in beautiful surroundings with a wonderful view of the Cologne Cathedral, lies one of the most beautiful baroque castles in Europe; the 5-star luxury Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg. All of the amenities expected of a first class hotel await you in this unique atmosphere, such as two-star gourmet cuisine, exquisite comfort, and the highest calibre of personal service and geniality.

Rooms

Accessibility

Hotel

  • Internet
    FREE WiFi
  • High speed wireless
  • Transportation
    Indoor parking
  • Transportation - local area
  • Front desk
    24-hour reception
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Concierge desk
  • Early check-in
  • Late check-out available
  • Storage space
  • Work away
    Photocopy center
  • General
    Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Hotel service
    ATM/Cash machine
  • Doctor on call
  • Laundry/Valet service
  • Onsite laundry
  • Safe deposit box
  • Security
  • Shoe shine stand
  • Turndown service
  • Wakeup service
  • Outlets
    Gift/News stand
  • Sundry/Convenience store
  • Travelling with others
    Children welcome
  • Family plan
  • Pets welcome
  • Accessible
    Accessible facilities
  • Accessible rooms
  • Elevators
  • Events
    Catering services
  • Conference facilities
  • Meeting rooms

Rooms

  • Communication
    High speed Internet
  • Two-line phone
  • Voice mail
  • Bedding
    Super comfy bed
  • Special features
    Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed room
  • Bathroom
    Phone in bathroom
  • Shower
  • Food & Beverage
    Minibar
  • Entertainment
    AM/FM radio
  • Cable television
  • DVD player
  • FREE newspaper
  • Premium movie channels
  • TV
  • VCR movies
  • Business
    Data port
  • Desk
  • Direct dial phone number
  • Fax machine
  • Telephone
  • General
    Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Non-smoking
  • Safe
  • Smoke detectors
  • Accessible
    Accessible room

Recreation

  • Wellness
    Health club
  • Massage services
  • Solarium
  • Cultural
    Nightclub

Food and Drink

  • Meal plan
    Buffet breakfast
  • FREE continental breakfast
  • Michelin-starred
  • Services
    Executive floor
  • Kitchen facilities
    Barbeque grills
  • Outlets type
    Coffee shop
  • Lounges/Bars
  • Restaurant

Breakfast

  • FREE continental breakfast
  • Buffet breakfast

House policy

  • Check-in Time: 15:00
  • Check-out Time: 12:00

Cancel policy
Please refer to the description of the rate plan being booked for any additional policy information.

Travel with others

Children policy
- Babysitting available on request from the concierge- Baby and children equipment -chair/beds/etc- available. Babycot free of charge in Grand Superior Room or higher room category

Pets are allowed upon request
- Pets allowed at hotel at EUR 30.00 per day

Payment type

    

Languages spoken

  • English
  • German

Welcome capacity

  • Number of Meeting Rooms: 9
  • Number of Sleeping Rooms: 120
  • Largest Meeting Room Size: 3875 sq. ft.
  • Largest Meeting Room Capacity: 300

Parking

  • Indoor parking

Amenities

  • Bulletin boards
  • Other equipment and facilities
  • Natural daylight
  • Screen
  • Wireless microphones
  • Overhead projector
  • Flip chart and markers
  • Heating/cooling controls
  • Video recording
  • In-house AV department
  • Dance floor

Environment

Property's Green Action


  •  Local food

Most helpful reviews - Google and TiCATi reviews 9 38 reviews

Kooskoos93
4 years ago – Google

7

Hotel superb, very nice rooms: look beautiful, clean, and spaceful ( we had the medium size suite). Only the Spa employees are rude when you are not German, so would not recommend the spa, but the Hotel at 100%.

Rajesh Lad
4 years ago – Google

10

Had stayed at your Hotel way back in 2011. Have gone to Germany many times after that but somehow never got a chance to go to Cologne, whereby could have stayed at Schloss. But hope to see you soon.
The hotel is just amazing and fantastic. To know more about it the best way is to go and stay there, I bet you will not be disappointed

Maria del Pilar Herrera
4 years ago – Google

9

This hotel is really nice, only 10min from Cologne center, is in the top of a mountain with an amazing view of Cologne. The spa has great prices and packages which may include massage, sauna and Pool. Amazing service and great experience.

Frau Tan
4 years ago – Google

10

Our stay here was amazing. Firstly, we were here because of our dinner at the Vendome. The decor was classic and yet modern. The rooms are beautifully furnished.

The staff were friendly. We communicated with the hotel team before arriving and they have always responded quickly. Staff spoke German and English.

They are super dog-friendly and brought in a new level of luxury to pet owners. My dog was provided a dog bed and bowls and get this, his own dog menu!!!

The location and premises are kept clean and neat. It is a place to relax.

We were there when the pool was closed for renovation.

Luc Thys
4 years ago – Google

9

A well-deserved 5 star hotel with very quiet rooms, a splendid view over the courtyard and the Cologne skyline. Very friendly and helpful staff, excellent breakfast and fine restaurants, large underground parking area. We have spent a number of weekends there and it never disappoints.

Eric Helgeson
6 years ago – Google

9

Fantastic hotel! Staff and rooms were amazing and really enjoyed the beautiful scenery and cars coming in and out for the weddings. Will definitely go again.

Nari Lee
6 years ago – Google

9

I went to Schloss Bensberg in July 2018, the hotel is near Koln in Germany.
I had some expectations because I knew Schloss Bensberg used to be a palace.
There was an wonderful view at the grand entrance, on the other hand lobby and elevator were cozy in comparison and the hotel room was lovely. I felt the hotel was attentive to detail.
I visited to restaurant Vandome after I had checked in, it is in Schloss Bensberg and I had a dinner at there. The restaurant’s dishes were all the fragrant and tasty, and plating to the table was art.
I liked village near the hotel, the residents were friendly and the village it self was quiet. If I returned to Germany, I would definitely stay at the Schloss Bensberg again, thanks to the staff of Schloss Bensberg I had an excellent stay.

Pete Salzmann
6 years ago – Google

10

Great experience. Stunning place. Beautiful setting. Nice rooms, good facilities. Very attentive and knowledgeable staff. Good F&B. Highly recommend Sunday champagne brunch. Great for a weekend getaway. Romantic setting. Good for active people and families.

Raimund Aßmus
6 years ago – Google

9

Die Location ist echt klasse. Ob essen oder in diesem Fall eine Oldtimer Veranstaltung

Harald Brombach
6 years ago – Google

9

Dieses Traumhaft schön gelegene Luxushotel bietet wirklich alles was das Herz begehrt. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und perfekt geschult.Wir können es nur weiterempfehlen wobei das naturlich alles seinen Preis hat .

Adnan Merhabi
6 years ago – Google

9

Old authentic palace but now a hotel, nice gardens and views

Brian Heinrich
6 years ago – Google

10

Very friendly staff. The hotel is amazingly beautiful. If you are looking for a castle to stay in this is perfect.

Venkat Srinivasan
6 years ago – Google

9

Opulent and excellent - Ambience, furnishing, design, taste, style, lawn and the view to Cologne Dom! But the highlight that tops that all are the restaurants, one two star and the other three star... A culinary feast not to be missed!

Marc Frankenhauser
6 years ago – Google

10

Top location. Great room and amazing service. Also great location for workshops and other events.

Christina Capps
6 years ago – Google

9

Beautiful hotel, impeccable service! Rooms are clean and comfortable. I’ve been several times for business, I would love to stay and enjoy a bit longer.

Daniel Stanitzki
6 years ago – Google

10

Großartiges, ehrwürdiges Hotel mit einem Hauch von früher. Hier stimmt alles vom Check-in bis zum Checkout wird einem fast jeder Wunsch von den Lippen abgelesen, das nötige Kleingeld vorausgesetzt. Die Trattoria ist ein wenig klein, dafür um so gemütlicher. Spitzenessen, etwas hochpreisig. Auch für externe Gäste zugänglich. Unbedingt vorher reservieren. Fazit: 5 Sterne

sh hong
6 years ago – Google

8

It is a nice hotel. I had a good service and a comfortable night. There was just a problem during check-out. So 4stars.

Volker Nürnberg
6 years ago – Google

5

Excellent hotel with high class service. Good food and top-notch personnel. Wellness area is well equipped. Close to "Königsforst" for running. As it is an old castle converted to a hotel, "navigating" through the complex is not that simple.

Larah Oh
6 years ago – Google

10

Wonderful hotel, very good SPA. Staff not too welcoming. Excellent cuisine in the Vendome Restaurant. Good choice of drinks in the bar. The hotel can be reached by public transport and a little uphill walk

iNSIDE EUROPE
6 years ago – Google

8

Impression from the 2017 edition of the hotel's private yet open to the public Christmas Market called Weihnachtsmarkt der Unikate. A unique annual event in front of this classic Grand Hotel iN Bensberg, near Cologne. Entrance fee includes a hot beverage. Hotel guests have complimentary access.

Manuel Klein
6 years ago – Google

8

Visited the Christmas Market. Nice atmosphere and not as overcrowded as many other Christmas Markets. Perhaps a little bit expensive (8€) for the size but one drink included.

Boris Polenske
7 years ago – Google

10

Nice hotel - very good rooms - but distances are quite far to go to restaurant or pool from your room

John Steinbeck
7 years ago – Google

9

Stunning old castle that's been modernized and turned into a 5* hotel. A hidden gem 30 minutes east of Cologne. Large breakfast buffet with custom orders for those wanting an omelette, etc. Super comfortable beds, speedy wifi, and a beautiful courtyard.

Dana Rosenberg
7 years ago – Google

7

Went for a wedding! Stunning facade! Very nice rooms and friendly staff. Not much to do in the neighboring town but a close drive to Cologne.

Chris Edwards
7 years ago – Google

10

Beautiful rooms and we had nice weather so dining outside was fantastic in the evening.

Thomas Schmidt
7 years ago – Google

9

A beautiful place with a romantic atmosphere. We visited schloss Bensberg to celebrate a wedding and it was breathtaking. The dinner could be described as exquisite and I would definitely recommend to go there to anyone, who wants to experience something special.

Andrea la Forgia
7 years ago – Google

9

Superb Location and outstanding service. A different level entirely. The room very nice and quite, the really rich breakfast and the team friendly and prepared. 5 stars all around.

Thomas Da Silva Illing
7 years ago – Google

7

The location was amazing and the hotel is really big and looks just great. The best is the food at the restaurant which is exquisite!

Phillip Rohde
7 years ago – Google

7

Just visited the outer parts of the hotel to attend a car event, but everything is nicely done and well cared after.

Peter Lambrechts
7 years ago – Google

8

Great team, great location, great welness. We really felt at home!

Markus Herrmann
7 years ago – Google

10

Sehr nettes Personal, vorbildlicher Service, sehr gutes und leckeres Essen.

SionPatrick
7 years ago – Google

9

A real 5 Star experience

Martin Heyes
7 years ago – Google

7

Professional Hotel, expensive environment, everything good, but IMHO not outstanding one could expect.

Stella Knipper
7 years ago – Google

7

Fancy

Falk Uebernickel
8 years ago – Google

8

Very traditional 5* Hotel in Bergisch Gladbach with charm from the 80-90s. Service is good but not superb - food is excellent but also not superb.

Allan Baunsgaard Petersen
8 years ago – Google

9

Dear Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg,
Thank you for at lovely stay and a meal to remember at the Restaurant Vendôme! We all felt welcome all the way from the arrival, to the visit of your wonderful spa, to the Restaurant Vendôme, to the wine cellar, to all the openminded employees, your other guests as well, and lastly to the pleasant departure. There is very little to be upset about, maybe the view from the Althoff - a little too beautiful ;)
Sincerely
Allan

Nils Hempel
8 years ago – Google

10

Alles klasse !

Massimo Birra
8 years ago – Google

10

Very quiet place, The bedrooms are very big and The service is professional and excellent.

Eugen Kuschnir
9 years ago – Google

9

Es war ein ganz tolles und entspanntes Wochenende. Vor allem hat uns das super lockere und lustige Personal gefallen. An der Kamin-Bar haben wir die Abende bei Live-Musik ausklingen lassen.

Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder.

Simone Baruschka
9 years ago – Google

10

Ich habe mich selten soooo wohl und herzlich aufgenommen gefühlt wie hier im Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg. Die Atmosphäre des Schlosses ist schon eine ganz besondere und alle Mitarbeiter des Hauses haben dazu beigetragen, dass es für mich ein unvergesslicher Aufenthalt gewesen ist. Ich habe mich gefühlt wie eine Prinzessin.
Ganz besonderer Dank geht an die beiden lieben Damen des Banketts und an Herrn Wagner selbst, die uns auf das Konzert zu U2 begleitet haben und uns in der VIP-Lounge jeden Wunsch von den Augen abgelesen haben. Mit dem genialen U2-Konzert war das die Krönung. Mein Besuch war zwar kurz, dafür unvergesslich und ganz bestimmt nicht der letzte - ganz liebe Grüße aus dem Süden Deutschlands.

Pascal Meulemans
9 years ago – Google

9

Very luxury, class hotel. Gentle people, professional behavior.
Worth its 5 stars!

Pierre-Guillaume Ribas
9 years ago – Google

10

The place was great, the view over Cologne fabulous. Management and stewards are very welcoming. The restaurant Enoteca offers a nice experience for the price.

Single negative point, I was a bit surprised to be charged 22€ additional costs for the night of my car in the garage...

Alison Chan
9 years ago – Google

8

An escape from the everyday. Great restaurants, bars and service.