Okay, it is a laundromat, but it sure beats paying the outrageous prices that hotels charge you…read morejust to clean your clothes (which includes something ridiculous like 2 euros for a pair of jocks). Anyway, there are quite a few machines, and the dryers are actually pretty powerful. Most of the instructions are in German, which can be a bit annoying, but even the German speakers seemed to be having a little trouble working out how to use them. Fortunately the owners may be there and they can give you instructions. It's not the best part of the city, but it certainly beats the hotel. Oh, there are a couple of pubs nearby so you can have a beer while waiting (though be careful because some of the pubs are a little dodgy).

Located in the heart of Cologne's Karneval party, it is a great place to get clean clothes. It…read morebeats €6 per shirt and €3 per pair of underwear at the Mercur.

The machines are just a bit old fashioned but once you figure it out - it works! I wish it stayed…read moreopen longer but oh well... Also you don't need to buy washing detergent since its supplied here.

Really nice little spot. Very clean machines. The owner was very helpfull. Recommended when…read morevisiting Kohl and need some laundry done.

Clean self service clothes washing. 6 small washers, 2 large washers, and 4 dryers. Takes bills…read moreand coins.

Small Waschsalon but it took under an hour to wash my laundry. The large machine (only 1) was…read morebroken, which was disappointing for several customers that came in. Dryers are super quick!