Is the City Tax (tourist tax) of the City of Cologne included in the daily price?

If not specifically indicated in our offer, the overall price of your reservation does not include a City Tax (tourist tax). For sojourns of 2 months or shorter the City of Cologne imposes a fee of 5% on the total amount for lodging (including VAT).
We refer to: Satzung zur Erhebung einer Kulturförderabgabe im Gebiet der Stadt Köln (Articles on the imposition of a City Tax (tourist tax) in the City of Cologne).

I’m on a business trip. Must I still pay the City Tax (tourist tax)?

Yes, from July 2024, business travelers will no longer be exempt from the culture tax.
Important changes from July 1, 2024

Where can I find information on the City Tax (tourist tax) of the City of Cologne?

The City of Cologne website provides all necessary information at Frequently Asked Questions (and Answers) about Tax for the Promotion and Advancement of Culture

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