The Berlin hotel group Gold Inn has scrubbed the graffiti off this former squatted building and the original 1871 façade now fronts a warmly furnished mid-range hotel offering...
Friedrichstrasse 31A real treasure on the Spree. This delightful hotel is a creative fusion of old and new, combining restored rococo reception rooms with ultra-modern bedrooms designed by...
Wallstrasse 70-73This new, third addition to the Mittes Backpacker Hostel empire is an excellent place to stay, with a brilliant location. Clean, contemporary and well designed, it has all the...
Ziegelstrasse 28This second hostel by the owners of Mittes Backpacker has a rather more refined aesthetic than its predecessor, but the English-speaking staff is just as friendly and the party...
Skalitzer Strasse 104This five-star Marriott is more reasonably priced - and definitely lower-key - than the Ritz-Carlton next door, but it's also quite disappointing. While the 'modern...
Inge-Beisheim-Platz 1Despite a rather plain minimalist decor and colour scheme in the rooms, there's something posh about the Plaza. All double rooms, and even some singles, have both shower and...
Knesebeckstrasse 62This discreet, privately owned gem, tucked down a quiet street behind the KaDeWe, is the epitome of modern luxury without the stuffiness. The staff is friendly, and the 72...
Eislebener Strasse 14Almost the standard by which other hostels should be measured, the Circus is a rarity - simple but stylish, warm and comfortable. And the upper-floor apartments have balconies...
Weinbergsweg 1AOn a small, quiet street, but as central as you can get, this is a great modern hostel for the price. The rooms are clean and simple, and there are showers on every floor....
Rosenstrasse 16This modest hotel has a certain funky charm, not to mention a fabulous view of one of the last remaining stretches of the Berlin Wall. Get a room in the back if you want peace...
Mühlenstrasse 6This new hotel is the classiest, most sophisticated joint in Berlin. Hidden within the shell of a landmark art deco dance hall, it combines cool contemporary elegance with...
Nürnberger Strasse 50-55This is a moderately priced alternative for young travellers who've outgrown the hostel scene but aren't yet ready to splurge on the frills. Perfectly situated just off the...
Weserstrasse 24With an entry wall of gushing water lit overhead by glittering lights, this is one of Berlin's better luxury hotels, overlooking the Landwehr Canal and close to the Tiergarten....
Lützowufer 15This is a classy joint, just far enough off the beaten tourist path to keep its cool. The lobby is all matt black and sleek wood panelling - a refreshing change from the usual...
Marlene-Dietrich-Platz 2The prime location aside (it's only 50 metres from Oranienburger Strasse), this member of the Backpacker Germany Network (www.backpackernetwork.de) is an enjoyable place to...
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