The Deutz, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Pros include the comfortable bedding, the presence of a small balcony, and a small welcome gift (savory snack). As for the cons: - Location is undesirable unless you are there for Koelnmesse (the trade fair). It's in a residential area with nothing of interest there. Even had to walk quite a bit for a restaurant. - Despite being new to Marriott, this is neither a newly-built hotel nor a fully refurbished one. Bathroom was in less than stellar shape with noticable wear and tear. - Front desk was below average. Slow check-in. Points for the stay did not post correctly, either. Overall, wouldn't book again, there are sufficiently many better options in Cologne.