Excelsior Hotel Ernst

Name: Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Address: Trankgasse 1-5, Cologne, 50667, DE
Telephone: +492212701
Price range: $$$$
Rating: 4.4

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Excelsior Hotel Ernst

THE GRAND HOTEL WITH HEART AND SOUL
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Das Excelsior Hotel Ernst ist das einzige Grand Hotel der Stadt Köln und Mitglied der Leading Hotels of the World. Seit 1863 in Familienbesitz zählt es zu den letzten privatgeführten Grand Hotels der Welt und besticht mit seinen rund 200 Mitarbeitern durch eine hohe Servicequalität. Das Excelsior Hotel Ernst befindet sich im Herzen
Kölns, direkt neben der weltberühmten Kathedrale, dem Kölner Dom.

Edle Materialien verleihen jedem der 105 Zimmer und 29 Suiten seinen eigenen Charakter und individuellen Charme und schaffen eine zeitlose Wohnkultur, die zum Verweilen einlädt. Im mehrfach prämierten Restaurant Hanse Stube kreiert das engagierte Team um Küchenchef Joschua Tepner innovative französische Küche mit rheinländischen Einflüssen. Im taku, ausgezeichnet mit einem Michelin-Stern, begeistert Küchenchef Mirko Gaul mit ostasiatischer Sterneküche. Und Fabian Scheithe, der Pâtissier des Jahres 2022, fasziniert die Besucher des Hauses mit seinen köstlichen süßen Kreationen.

17/06/2026

In one week, the Michelin-starred restaurant taku will open it's doors at Cologne Zoo. ✨🍃

From 24th June to 18th July, taku will bring its award-winning cuisine to Villa Bodinus in the heart of Cologne Zoo. Once home to the zoo’s directors, the historic villa now provides the setting for unforgettable summer evenings where the signature cuisine of Mirko Gaul meets a truly unique atmosphere. Especially on warm summer nights, the terrace offers a unique setting under the open sky, just steps away from flamingos, toucans and sloths..🌿

📅 24th June to 18th July 2026 | 7 pm
📍 Villa Bodinus at Cologne Zoo

With only a limited number of seats available, now is the perfect time to secure your reservation and be part of this unique culinary experience. For more information and reservations, please visit our website. ✨

15/06/2026

Some summer traditions are simply too beautiful not to return! 🌸

As the Petals & Pastries Afternoon Tea returns, excitement is building for this year’s Pop-Up Flower Café. Looking back on last summer, the Excelsior team is sharing some of its favourite memories and what makes this special Pop-Up such a highlight of the season. 🫖🍰🌸

📅 From 18th July to 13th September 2026
📍 Courtyard of the Excelsior Hotel Ernst
🎟 95 EUR per person | Afternoon Tea incl. a glass of champagne

Reservations are already open. As seating is limited, we recommend booking early. Find all information and reservations in our “Flower Café” story highlight. ✨

13/06/2026

Discover the Ahr Valley through the perfect pairing of exceptional wines and refined cuisine. 🍷

As part of the Fine Food Days Cologne, the team of the Hanse Stube invites you to an exclusive culinary wine walk through the vineyards of Dernau. Together with Head Chef Lars Wolf, Restaurant Manager Maria Friedrich, and the renowned wineries Meyer Näkel and Klumpp, guests will embark on a unique journey of indulgence. From a welcome wine during the transfer from Cologne to gourmet stations along the vineyards and a spectacular finale at the Krausberg Hut, this evening promises breathtaking views, thoughtfully paired dishes, wine accompaniment, water, and unforgettable culinary moments. ✨

📍 Ahr Valley, Dernau
📅 11th September 2026
🕒 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
🚌 Including bus transfer from Cologne to Dernau and back

Join us for an extraordinary celebration of fine dining, exceptional wines, and the beauty of the Ahr valley. Discover more on our website. 🍇

11/06/2026

One menu. Two perspectives. One unforgettable evening at taku.🍷

Last week, taku hosted a very special Sommelier Battle: newly certified Sommelier and Sous Chef Nicolai Kais challenged taku Restaurant Manager and Sommelier Daniel Malskorn in a five course pairing duel alongside an exceptional menu by Mirko Gaul. 🍽️

Faced with challenging ingredients such as matcha, sudachi, buttermilk and caviar, both competitors presented highly individual and often surprisingly contrasting wine pairings. The result: lively discussions, unexpected discoveries and an incredibly close race. In the end, Daniel Malskorn claimed the victory by a narrow margin. Congratulations! 👏

After such an exciting evening, we cannot help but wonder: is it time for a rematch? Discover all upcoming taku events on our website! ✨

09/06/2026

Light, sparkling and made for summer days: the Exotic Lillet 🥭✨

A refreshing creation made with Lillet Blanc, mango syrup, sparkling tea crafted from jasmine, white and Darjeeling tea, and a splash of soda. Served with a skewer of dried mango and fresh berries and finished with a touch of glitter, this elegant drink brings fruity freshness and summer vibes to every sip. ☀️

Enjoy our Drink of the Month on the terrace of the Charles Bar and make the most of the sunny season with the perfect companion for warm days. 🌿

07/06/2026

Wedding season is in full bloom. 🤍💍

Celebrate your special day in the heart of Cologne, directly beside the iconic Cologne Cathedral. At the Excelsior, timeless elegance, exceptional cuisine and personalised service come together to create unforgettable wedding celebrations in a truly unique setting. With great attention to detail and tailored concepts, our experienced events team will accompany you every step of the way, ensuring your wedding is as unique as your love story. 🥂

Get in touch with our team and let us bring your dream wedding to life. ✨

04/06/2026

Discover the new Signature Menu by Head Chef Lars Wolf at Hanse Stube. 🍽️

From Bluefin Tuna with green asparagus and wild garlic to Black Cod served in a delicate crustacean and passion fruit broth, the new Signature Menu showcases Lars Wolf’s culinary vision through exceptional ingredients, refined techniques and perfectly balanced flavours. As main course, the Holstein veal fillet with BBQ glaze, asparagus, beetroot and Frankfurt green herbs brings together the menu’s signature seasonal flavors. The finale is Pavel Tanev’s Jardin de Rhubarbe, combining rhubarb textures, vanilla crème, almond, lime and strawberries in a refreshing and elegant dessert.✨

Experience the new Signature Menu in the timeless atmosphere of Hanse Stube or, on sunny days, on our tranquil courtyard terrace. We look forward to welcoming you. 🥂

02/06/2026

Celebrate Cologne Lights Festival 2026 with an evening of fine dining, champagne and front-row views of the city’s most spectacular fireworks display. 🎆

Start the evening with an aperitif and a refined four-course menu at Hanse Stube before being whisked away by rickshaw to the grandstand at Basteiufer. From this privileged vantage point, enjoy breathtaking views of the fireworks illuminating the Rhine and Cologne’s skyline. 🥂

📅 1st August 2026
🕡 6:30 pm Dinner | 9:30 pm Transfer to the grandstand
📍 Excelsior Hotel Ernst

The package includes an overnight stay in a Grand Deluxe Room, breakfast, an aperitif, a four-course menu at Hanse Stube, grandstand tickets, rickshaw transfer and a piccolo bottle of champagne for the fireworks. Discover more in our story highlight “Events”. ✨

31/05/2026

Step back into the Roaring Twenties and dance the night away at Cologne’s Grand Hotel. 🥂

On 5th September 2026, the Excelsior invites you to an unforgettable evening of glamour, indulgence, and sparkling celebrations as part of the Fine Food Days Cologne. For one night, the Excelsior Hotel Ernst brings the spirit of the 1920s back to life, inviting guests to celebrate just as they once did in our grand hotel during the golden age of jazz, elegance, and joie de vivre. Enjoy live jazz, swing, and Charleston with "Lou’s THE COOL CATS" before DJ Basti M takes over with electro swing and modern interpretations of the iconic sounds of the 1920s. Surrounded by the elegant atmosphere of our historic hotel, guests can look forward to exquisite flying food, a champagne reception, and a night filled with style and joie de vivre. 🎷

📅 5th September 2026
🕖 7 pm champagne reception | 8 pm event begins
🎩 Dress code: Golden Twenties Glamour
📍 Excelsior Hotel Ernst

Dress to impress and join us for a dazzling night to remember. Get your tickets via the following link: https://finefooddays.cologne/events/roaring-twenties-night-excelsior/ ✨

29/05/2026

Trainee Takeover 5.0: the next generation takes over taku. ✨

As part of the Fine Food Days Cologne, our young stars will once again take the stage at Michelin-starred restaurant taku for two exclusive evenings. From restaurant manager and sommelier to chef, our apprentices will take over every role and create an unforgettable dining experience under the guidance of Sous-Chef Nicolai Kais and Assistant Restaurant Manager Annalena Lohmann. 🍽️

📅 6th & 7th September 2026 | 7:00 pm
📍 taku

Join us for an extraordinary evening celebrating passion, talent and the future of gastronomy. Secure your ticket now via the following link: https://finefooddays.cologne/events/azubi-take-over-2026/ 🌟

Adresse

Trankgasse 1-5
Cologne
50667

Telefon

+492212701

Webseite

http://www.excelsiorhotelernst.com/, https://hansestube.de/, https://taku.de/

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