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Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg

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A large, historic building with multiple domes and a central entrance. - Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg (Bergisch Gladbach)
A formal garden with a symmetrical layout, leading to a grand building with multiple domes and a classical architectural style. - Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg (Bergisch Gladbach)
A luxurious lobby with a high ceiling, marble flooring, and elegant furniture. There is a bar area with a bartender, and the space is well-lit with ambient lighting. - Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg (Bergisch Gladbach)
A modern indoor pool area with a central stone feature, seating on both sides, and a clear view of the sky above. - Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg (Bergisch Gladbach)
A lobby with a grand piano, plush seating, and a chandelier. - Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg (Bergisch Gladbach)
Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Castle spa sanctuary

Majestic castle walls frame sweeping views across Cologne from this hilltop retreat. Inside, the luxurious spa paradise invites relaxation with its adult-focused atmosphere and large soaking tub. Two excellent restaurants serve unique cuisine paired with selections from the impressive wine cellar.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

Single Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a console table with decorative items.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A well-appointed living room with a blue armchair, a sofa, and a coffee table. There are two framed pictures on the wall, a lamp on a side table, and a door in the background.

Grand Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, nightstands, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Presidential Suite

  • 159 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with a large window, a red armchair, a sofa, and a coffee table.

Cathedral Suite

  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Grand Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a large mirror.

Grand Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a decorative wall piece.

Grand Lit Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a television.

Suite (Kurfuersten)

  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a console table with decorative items.

Junior Suite Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bergisch Gladbach, Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg is connected to a shopping center. Cologne Cathedral and ehemalige Abtei Altenberg are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Krewelshof and Märchenwald Altenberg. Ready for a night out? Consider Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne and Tanzbrunnen Köln. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bergisch Gladbach travel guide
Map
Kadettenstr., Bergisch Gladbach, NW, 51429

What's nearby

  • A village with traditional half-timbered houses, a playground, and a church steeple in the background.
    Bergisches Land Nature Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A modern stadium with a large dome and a red roof, surrounded by trees and urban buildings.
    LANXESS Arena
    18 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • A cathedral with two tall spires, a river with boats, and a cityscape with buildings and trees.
    Cologne Cathedral
    22 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Bensberg Town Hall
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bergisches Museum für Bergbau, Handwerk und Gewerbe
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Bensberg U-Bahn
    6 min walk
  • Overath Station
    9 min drive
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Vendôme
    3 min walk
  • Kauler Hof
    15 min walk
  • Restaurant Jan Wellem
    1 min walk
  • Meating Point
    3 min drive
  • Kroppenberg
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (EUR 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 45 for adults and EUR 22.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Vendome

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,144 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1703
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 82-cm flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The property's pool and spa are not accessible to wheelchairs. Guests using a wheelchair may encounter issues accessing the property's garden, as the garden pathway is made of pebble stone.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 50.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 45 for adults and EUR 22.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 95.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 34 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 50.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 5 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 5 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Does Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 34 per night.

What time is check-in at Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 6:00 PM–6:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 95.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Bensberg Town Hall and Bergisches Land Nature Park. Mediterana is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away. Bensberg U-Bahn is 6 minutes by foot and Im Hoppenkamp U-Bahn is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 457 out of 603 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 603 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 603 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 603 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 603 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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This was the most luxurious and amazing stay we have ever experienced! The staff was phenomenal ensuring our stay was simply magical! The ambience can not be matched! We were treated royally our entire stay. We will definitely return to this establishment anytime we visit Cologne! We were even able to meet the owner and he was very gracious! Hands down the best stay and experience ever!! We could not have asked for better accommodations to celebrate our Anniversary! Most Sincerely, The Browns
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An absolute dream property with very high standards of luxury and hospitality alike. Truly a five star experience with wonderfully personal service provided by all staff members. Fantastic breakfast, great rooms with super luxurious bathrooms and tasteful furnishings. Definitely worth a visit and stay - highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our stay was very nice and the architecture of the castle turned our getaway in an unforgettable experience. There are some things that can be improved such as the AC and an outlet didn’t work. The hot tub in the SPA is a little outdated. The Lobby Restaurant and the Italian Restaurant were very nice and elegant. The staff is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice pool/spa area. At times it feels lime a maze but the Palace is beautiful. Note that it isn't isolated. You're in a suburban area really, with grocery stores and more affordable restaurants. Great venue for a wedding
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent property with wonderful and friendly staff. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Clean room. Comfortable bed. Big bath tub. Breakfast was super. Close to city of Bensberg.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a fantastic hotel to stay at the staff are courteous and go out of their way to help. The dining is fantastic with lots of great options on the menu and a great wine selection.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay!

A beautiful hotel! Lovely grounds! Breakfast buffet was amazing! Truly enjoyed our stay, which my siblings and I booked in honour of our father, who stayed here many decades ago
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great service and very interesting place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Our stay at Schloss Bensberg was great, we wish we could have stayed longer. It’s an excellent hotel and we will gladly stay here again if we are in the area. The staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It was the best hotel I have been to so far. Everything from the food to the care of the rooms, the exterior and the SPA, everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We only stayed one night here to relax in the Spa after an eventful weekend. The service is really good and the hotel is quiet for its size. The spa area was very nice. Unfortunately, Vendôme was not bookable but their Italian restaurant was lovely. The breakfast was good, a lot of variety but we had better in other 5 star hotels. All in all we had a great time and would come again for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved the ambience, the high standard of customer service, the excellent facilities and the beautiful interior design
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. Great service very attentive staff all around a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel!

Such an incredibly beautiful building & the staff are very attentive. Rooms were comfy & spa was wonderful also! we'll be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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All I can say is that I keep coming back to this incredible palace. The staff the rooms, the restaurants, the surroundings are flawless.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great setting, great building, spa and indoor pool area fantastic and staff very nice and extremely helpful, particularly the lady on reception who kindly recharged my phone whilst I was in the spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

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Luxury and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Amenities
Very nice Staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was amazing. The uniqueness of the food offerings and assortment was perfect. The large soaking tub was nice. Nice dinner/lunch food choices right out side as well. There is a Rewe about 1km away in case you need any supplies.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Impressive palace setting, with sweeping views to Cologne, great amenities including pool. Famous also for its dining which I unfortunately did not get to experience on this journey.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg is a luxurious castle hotel with stunning views, excellent service and top-notch amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Staff with great knowledge and service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This is an amazing hotel in an old, historical property. The staff were helpful, professional and spoke excellent English. There are plenty dining opportunities. The rooms were clean, the bedding comfortable and nice. Extra bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful building Great food and beverage options Convenient fitness room Pleasant staff Staff did not greet at door to assist with bags and did not thoroughly orient to room nor facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025