one of the best places we've stayed in (and have traveled extensively). monica and her staff were exceptional and so helpful and friendly! This hotel about 10/15 walk from old town over the bridge - can meander through the side streets to the bridge (discovered an old church) or along the river also. on the outskirts of town so tranquil and wonderful. we had a side room which was just incredible blessing for our desire to relax and chill... could see stars at night through opened balcony door and lit castle through other window. available umbrella allowed for morning reading on the balcony. absolutely spotlessly clean - everywhere! now, the breakfast buffets was one of the absolute BEST we've been to , all over the world. all the tastes and so good! the staff, again, was attentive and warm and friendly. didn't know bikes available to rent until after we left (our fault, not hotel's). but sauna was wonderful w large showers. not crazy about dogs in restaurant, but it seems to be a thing for everywhere in germany. we enjoyed our stay and if returning to Cochem in the future we would happily stay again.