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). If required verification from the City of Cologne is provided, business expenses are exempt. We refer to: Satzung zur Erhebung einer Kulturf\u00f6rderabgabe im Gebiet der Stadt K\u00f6ln<\/a><\/em> (Articles on the imposition of a City Tax (tourist tax) in the City of Cologne).<\/p>\n No, business travelers are exempt from Cologne City Tax if they provide the required forms (fully filled-in and signed) upon arrival. Otherwise, we must retain the Tax and forward it to the City of Cologne. <\/span>You can download the necessary documents here:We’re on a business trip. Must we still pay the City Tax (tourist tax)?<\/h2>\n
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\nOfficial Form<\/a><\/p>\nWhere can we find information on the City Tax (tourist tax) of the City of Cologne?<\/h2>\n