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Hostel · Cologne · North Rhine-Westphalia

Hostel Maru Living C9

A compact 12-room hostel in Cologne's city centre, within walking distance of the main sights.

  • 6-minute walk to Hedwig Urban
  • Free internet access
  • Pets allowed
6.9 Nice 396 reviews Booking.com 6.9 · 396 reviews

About

Hostel Maru Living C9

Hostel Maru Living C9 is a small, 12-room property on Cranachstrasse in Cologne. It positions guests within a 6-minute walk of Hedwig Urban and about 25 minutes on foot from the Cologne Cathedral, making it a practical base for exploring the city centre on foot.

The hostel keeps things simple: a non-smoking property with free internet access throughout. A dining table and electric kettle add convenience for light self-catering, and cots are available for families travelling with young children.

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free internet access
  • Pets allowed
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Central location — Hedwig Urban is a 6-minute walk away, and Cologne Cathedral is roughly 25 minutes on foot, so most sights are reachable without transport.
  • Free internet — Stay connected without extra cost, a practical plus for budget travellers.
  • Pet-friendly — Pets are allowed, so you don't have to leave your companion behind.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Small property, limited scale — With only 12 rooms, the hostel is compact and may feel intimate, but it also means limited common space and facilities.
  • Modest guest rating — Guest reviews average 6.9, below the area's average of 7.8, suggesting experiences can be variable.
  • Late check-in window — Check-in runs from 15:00 until 23:59, which means you need to arrive before midnight or arrange otherwise.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free internet access
  • Pets allowed

Room amenities

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cots

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

6.9
Nice 396 reviews

Guest-rated 6.9/10 from 396 reviews

Booking.com · 6.9 · 396 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Cologne

The property sits in Cologne.

Hedwig Urban: A 6-minute walk away, this is the nearest notable landmark to the hostel.

Cologne Cathedral: About a 25-minute walk, the cathedral is the city's most iconic destination.

Cranachstrasse 9, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, 50733, Germany

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 08:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
12 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 08:00 to 11:00.

Are pets allowed at the hostel?

Yes, pets are allowed.

Is there free internet access?

Yes, free internet access is available.

Is the property non-smoking?

Yes, it is a non-smoking property.

Are cots available for families?

Yes, cots are listed among the amenities.

The bottom line

A straightforward, no-frills hostel for travellers who prioritise location and budget over amenities.

6.9Best for: budget-conscious visitors wanting to walk to Cologne's landmarks.

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