Just doors apart, what ties these two establishments together - aside from their shared reception desk - is a wonderfully realised 'modernised colonial' style. In Ackselhaus...
Belforter Strasse 21A well-located, fully equipped one-bedroom gay apartment that sleeps four and has a lounge, kitchenette and bathroom. Prices vary according to time of year.
Schliemannstrasse 38Quiet guesthouse in the centre of Prenzlauer Berg, convenient for the gay scene. All rooms have TV/VCR and private bath.
Schönhauser Allee 41A hidden gem for those who want some place simple, warm and charming to kick their feet up after a hard day's touring. Tucked away in a quiet rear courtyard just a short...
Greifswalder Strasse 211This loft hotel in a renovated factory is ideal for backpackers and young travellers. The rooms all have en suite bathrooms and there's a private sauna, gym and billiard room...
Immanuelkirchstrasse 14AJust off the Helmholplatz, this small hostel has new floors and bathrooms, and a beer garden in the back for summer barbecues. There's free tea and coffee but no breakfast,...
Lettestrasse 7This renovated 19th-century townhouse sits on a tranquil street. There's a garden and a glass-ceilinged gallery, and the big leather furniture (now sadly) invites you to light...
Metzer Strasse 26Clean, modern rooms next door to the gay café of the same name. All rooms are en suite and have TVs and telephones. The rate quoted is for one night, including breakfast; rates...
Gleimstrasse 23