Hotel Riehmers Hofgarten

In a turn of the century building with one of Berlin’s prettiest courtyards, this is a wonderful hotel. The 22 airily modern rooms convey a real feeling of familiarity (the furniture was custom designed), the staff are charming, and Thomas Kurt, chef at the restaurant, e.t.a. hoffmann, is widely praised. Although the location is somewhat off the beaten track, the neighbourhood has many charms of its own, with Victoria Park and Bergmanstrasse’s shops and cafés nearby. If you need to venture further afield, two subway lines stop at the corner. Very reasonably priced for what you get, and recommended.