Location. The Mercure Hotel Aachen Am Dom is housed in a modern shopping mall in the centre of the pretty town of Aachen, 500 metres from the Cathedral and 700 metres from Quellenhof Park. Aachen's main railway station is 700 metres away and Maastricht Airport is 40 kilometres from the hotel, with an approximate driving time of 30 minutes. Hotel Features.The hotel's air-conditioned public areas are equipped with wireless Internet access, and complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby. Dial-up Internet access is also available. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can look after valuables in the safe-deposit box and exchange currency. The concierge is on hand to offer sightseeing advice.

The Mercure Hotel Aachen Am Dom's Hotelbar Klenkes Quelle offers snacks, drinks and regional specialities in a contemporary setting, while Restaurant Lounge 1858 serves breakfast every morning.

Guestrooms. The 117 guestrooms over six floors have light decor, fitted carpets and simple furnishings. All are equipped with satellite television with pay movies, wireless and dial-up Internet connections, direct-dial phones and bathrooms with makeup mirrors.

Expert Tip. Aachen's old Fischmarkt, surrounded by quaint old houses, is home to the famous Fischpuddelchen fountain, complete with spouting fish.

Room Types:

Room for 1 to 2 persons:   One double bed or two twin beds. Light decor, fitted carpets and simple furnishings. Air conditioning, satellite television with pay movies, wireless and dial-up Internet connections, direct-dial phone. Bathroom with makeup mirror and hair dryer.

Superior Room with 1 double bed:   One double bed. Light decor, fitted carpets and simple furnishings. Air conditioning, satellite television with pay movies, wireless and dial-up Internet connections, direct-dial phone. Bathroom with makeup mirror and hair dryer.

Junior Suite with 1 kingsize bed:   One king bed. Light decor, fitted carpets and simple furnishings. Air conditioning, satellite television with pay movies, wireless and dial-up Internet connections, direct-dial phone. Bathroom with makeup mirror and hair dryer.

Driving Directions: Getting there. The best way to reach hotel from the airport is by taxi. Aachen can be explored on foot, and is also served by an efficient bus service. The best way to see the surrounding countryside is to hire a car.