Choosing where to stay is an important part of planning your trip to Berlin. It can also be surprisingly difficult: the city is large, diverse and made up of neighbourhoods with very distinct personalities.
From historic Mitte, ideal for a first visit, to creative neighbourhoods such as Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg, or quieter, more residential areas such as Prenzlauer Berg and Charlottenburg, where you stay will have a direct impact on your experience of Berlin.
Berlin has a rich and varied hotel scene, ranging from stylish boutique hotels and design-led properties to high-end establishments, as well as smaller, more unusual addresses that perfectly reflect the spirit of the German capital.
In this guide, you’ll find our selection of the best hotels in Berlin, together with a practical overview of the city’s main neighbourhoods to help you choose where to stay according to your interests, travel style and the kind of experience you are looking for.
We have personally visited every hotel featured in this selection and spoken with the staff to assess the quality of each property. Thanks to our in-depth knowledge of Berlin, we also look at what surrounds each hotel, including the atmosphere, access to public transport, choice of restaurants and cafés, and nearby things to see and do.
Our goal is simple: to save you time, spare you hours of research and point you towards hotels that are genuinely worth considering for your trip.
Our favourite hotels in Berlin
Lulu Guldsmeden
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This beautiful eco-conscious hotel follows a wide range of sustainable practices. In addition to sourcing local food and organic supplies, the hotel recycles water, uses eco-friendly bed linen and works to reduce waste.
The cosy Nordic-inspired design combines beautifully with the charm of the historic building. Some rooms even have their own swing! A lovely courtyard completes the picture.
Hotel Oderberger
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This stylish hotel occupies a magnificent building that once housed a public swimming pool. The original pool has been beautifully restored and is once again available for guests to use.
The rooms are comfortable and thoughtfully designed. Located close to the lively Kastanienallee and Eberswalder Straße underground station, it is an excellent choice if having access to a swimming pool is important to you.
Michelberger Hotel
Located opposite Warschauer Straße station, between Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg, Michelberger Hotel stands out for its distinctive design and highly original rooms.
A quintessentially Berlin hotel, it works particularly well for families as well as couples and friends. The hotel also has a lively bar serving excellent cocktails.
Berlin Gorki Apartments
If you like the space and independence of an apartment combined with the comfort and service of a luxury hotel, Berlin Gorki Apartments could be just what you are looking for.
Each apartment is individually and tastefully designed and offers everything you need for a comfortable stay. Some even have their own private rooftop terrace.
These stylish apartments are located in a lively and pleasant part of Mitte, just a short walk from Prenzlauer Berg and Rosenthaler Platz underground station.
Hotel Henri
Set in a beautiful historic building, Hotel Henri combines 1920s-inspired décor with a charmingly old-fashioned atmosphere.
It is a warm and welcoming place : you can almost smell the hot chocolate as you walk into reception. Many original features have been preserved, giving the hotel an authentic character.
The less expensive rooms are somewhat small, while the other rooms offer considerably more space. The staff are welcoming and professional.
The location is particularly pleasant, with a direct walk towards the Kurfürstendamm.
Hôtel Orania
Recently opened in a historic 1913 building, Orania.Berlin is one of the few hotels located directly in the vibrant Oranienstraße area, surrounded by restaurants, bars, galleries and independent shops.
If you want to be right in the heart of Kreuzberg’s lively atmosphere while enjoying a comfortable hotel with a refined, classic feel, this is an excellent option.
The best neighbourhoods to stay in Berlin
There are so many hotels in Berlin that the hardest part can be deciding which neighbourhood is right for you.
It really depends on what you want to see and do during your stay. Each of Berlin’s central neighbourhoods has its own atmosphere, advantages and character.
Here is our guide to the main areas to consider when choosing where to stay in Berlin.
Mitte: central, historic & trendy
Mitte is where you’ll find many of Berlin’s main sights. Staying here puts you within easy reach of Museum Island, Alexanderplatz, the grand boulevard Unter den Linden and the Brandenburg Gate.
Hotels in Mitte tend to be relatively expensive. If you have a higher budget, look around Gendarmenmarkt, where you’ll find some of Berlin’s most elegant historic buildings.
For something a little more atmospheric, look around the streets near Hackescher Markt.
The narrow streets of Berlin’s former Jewish Quarter are lined with independent shops, stylish cafés and art galleries.
Prenzlauer Berg: relaxed, stylish & family-friendly
Neighbouring Mitte, Prenzlauer Berg is a great choice if you are looking for a charming hotel in Berlin.
The neighbourhood has undergone a major transformation over the past few decades and is now one of the most pleasant parts of the city, with cosy cafés, a relaxed family atmosphere, independent shops, excellent restaurants and local farmers’ markets.
It is a particularly good choice if you want to experience a more relaxed side of Berlin while remaining within easy reach of the city’s major sights.
Charlottenburg: elegant, historic & residential
During the years of the Berlin Wall, Charlottenburg in West Berlin was the area where many Western tourists chose to stay.
Although it has since lost some of its former prominence to the fashionable neighbourhoods of the former East Berlin, Charlottenburg remains an appealing area thanks to its elegant residential atmosphere, excellent restaurants and art galleries, green spaces and the magnificent Charlottenburg Palace.
The neighbourhood is also home to numerous characterful, high-quality hotels.
Although it is somewhat further from the main attractions of Mitte, Charlottenburg is very well connected by public transport and provides easy access to the lakes and forests of western Berlin.
Kreuzberg: creative, lively & alternative
Kreuzberg is known for its alternative spirit, as well as its vibrant cultural and nightlife scene.
If you want to be close to restaurants, bars and clubs, look for accommodation around the U1 line, between Kottbusser Tor and Schlesisches Tor.
For a quieter experience of Kreuzberg, look around Mehringdamm.
The neighbourhood has some of the same qualities as Prenzlauer Berg, with vintage shops, excellent restaurants and wine bars alongside a distinctly creative atmosphere.
Friedrichshain: lively & full of energy
If nightlife and a lively atmosphere are high on your list, Friedrichshain is another neighbourhood worth considering.
The area’s distinctive mix of alternative, bohemian and creative culture is concentrated between Karl-Marx-Allee, Warschauer Straße and Revaler Straße.
Within this lively area you’ll find plenty of brunch spots, cosy bars and independent designer shops, alongside a highly international crowd.
Head towards Boxhagener Platz to explore the neighbourhood’s cafés, restaurants and shops. For Berlin’s famous club scene, follow Revaler Straße towards the former industrial railway area.
Themed Hotels in Berlin
Looking for something a little different?
Whether you are looking for an unusual hotel, a swimming pool, a family-friendly property, a rooftop or a particularly striking design, discover our best hotels in Berlin by theme.
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