Berlin hotel guides - districts and themes in depth
Our long-form guides: one per Berlin district, one per hotel category. Written for people deciding where to sleep, not for a ranking.
District guides
Where to stay, what it costs and how long it takes into the centre - one guide per Berlin district.
Hotels in Charlottenburg: elegance in western Berlin
Hotels in Charlottenburg: long-established 4- and 5-star properties on Kurfürstendamm, quiet boutique hotels around Savignyplatz and fair-value City West options.
Friedrichshain-KreuzbergBoutique hotels in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg: alternative Berlin
Boutique and design hotels in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg: individual properties by the East Side Gallery, the Spree and the RAW grounds - Berlin's most creative district to stay in.
PankowFamily hotels in Pankow: child-friendly stays in northern Berlin
Family-friendly hotels in Pankow & Prenzlauer Berg: family rooms, quiet period-building streets and boutique charm near Mauerpark and Kollwitzplatz.
MitteHotels in Berlin-Mitte: staying in the heart of history
Hotels in Berlin-Mitte: from luxury properties by the Brandenburg Gate and Gendarmenmarkt to affordable rooms at Alexanderplatz - you cannot stay more centrally in Berlin.
SpandauCheap hotels in Spandau: affordable stays with old-town charm
Cheap hotels in Spandau: affordable Berlin stays with a historic old town, citadel and Havel waterfront - well connected and ideal for budget and trade-show travelers.
Steglitz-ZehlendorfQuiet hotels in Steglitz-Zehlendorf: green retreats by the water
Quiet hotels in Steglitz-Zehlendorf: peaceful retreats by the Wannsee, in the Grunewald and in Dahlem - Berlin's greenest district for restful stays.
Tempelhof-SchönebergCentral hotels in Tempelhof-Schöneberg: urban Berlin with character
Hotels in Tempelhof-Schöneberg: central city hotels, boutique properties and budget options around Winterfeldtplatz, Tempelhofer Feld and close to KaDeWe.
NeuköllnAffordable hotels in Neukölln: staying in the creative quarter
Cheap hotels in Neukölln: budget-friendly and creative places to stay between Maybachufer, Tempelhofer Feld and Rixdorf - Berlin's most exciting district for young travelers.
Treptow-KöpenickLakeside hotels in Treptow-Köpenick: staying by the water
Lakeside hotels in Treptow-Köpenick: stay by the Müggelsee and the Spree with a spa, a beach and open water - Berlin's water district in the southeast.
Marzahn-HellersdorfBudget hotels in Marzahn-Hellersdorf: staying cheaply in the east
Cheap hotels in Marzahn-Hellersdorf: very affordable stays in eastern Berlin with solid S-Bahn and U-Bahn links and the Gardens of the World as the highlight.
LichtenbergHotels in Lichtenberg: well connected and affordable in eastern Berlin
Hotels in Lichtenberg: fair-value business and mid-range properties in eastern Berlin with good connections, the Tierpark and the Stasi Museum - strong value for money.
ReinickendorfHotels in Reinickendorf: quiet in the green north, near the Tegeler See
Hotels in Reinickendorf: quiet family and mid-range properties in the green north of Berlin by the Tegeler See - 20 minutes to Mitte on the U6.
Steglitz-ZehlendorfPotsdam & Sanssouci: day trip and stays at the gates of Berlin
Potsdam with Sanssouci Palace as a day trip from Berlin: park, palaces and how to get there - plus quiet hotels in Berlin's green southwest as a base.
Hotel guides by theme
Luxury, design, budget, spa, business, accessibility - the long reads behind each hotel category.
The best luxury hotels in Berlin: five-star stays at a glance
Luxury hotels in Berlin: the best five-star properties with spa, concierge and a starred restaurant - from the Adlon by the Brandenburg Gate to the Waldorf Astoria.
Boutique HotelsBoutique hotels in Berlin: small, charming places with character
Boutique hotels in Berlin: small, individual properties with design and character - from the Michelberger in Friedrichshain to the Hotel Oderberger in Prenzlauer Berg.
Design HotelsDesign hotels in Berlin: architecture and style to sleep in
Design hotels in Berlin: architecturally composed properties with a clear signature - from the 25hours in the Bikinihaus to the nhow on the Spree.
Family HotelsFamily-friendly hotels in Berlin: child-friendly places to stay
Family-friendly hotels in Berlin: family rooms, pools, apartments with kitchens and child-friendly locations - the best hotels for a family trip.
BerlinPet-friendly hotels in Berlin: traveling with a dog
Pet-friendly hotels in Berlin: properties that welcome dogs and pets - with tips on fees, rules and the best locations for walks.
Wellness & Spa HotelsWellness and spa hotels in Berlin: unwinding in the capital
Wellness and spa hotels in Berlin: properties with a pool, sauna and spa - from luxury spas in Mitte to the lakeside hotel on the Müggelsee with its own lake beach.
Budget HotelsCheap hotels in Berlin: affordable stays without compromises
Cheap hotels in Berlin: clean, well-connected properties under €100 - from central three-star hotels to creative budget stays in the trendier neighborhoods.
BerlinRomantic hotels in Berlin: the finest stays for couples
Romantic hotels in Berlin for couples: stylish suites, a spa for two and intimate boutique hotels - the loveliest addresses for a break together.
Business HotelsBusiness travel hotels in Berlin: the best corporate addresses
Business hotels in Berlin: meeting rooms, fast Wi-Fi, express check-in and the best transport links - the best hotels for business travelers.
BerlinHistoric hotels in Berlin: staying with history
Historic hotels in Berlin: hotels with a past - from the Adlon by the Brandenburg Gate through the Hotel de Rome in an old bank to the Hotel Oderberger in a public bath.
BerlinHidden-gem hotels in Berlin: staying away from the crowds
Hidden-gem hotels in Berlin: special properties off the tourist trail - from the trailer-in-a-factory hotel in Neukölln to the scientific guest house in Dahlem.
BerlinHotels with a rooftop bar in Berlin: above the city's roofs
Hotels with a rooftop bar in Berlin: the best roof terraces with panoramic views - from the Monkey Bar at the 25hours to Bar Lang at the Waldorf Astoria.
BerlinSustainable hotels in Berlin: traveling greener in the capital
Sustainable hotels in Berlin: what to look for in green places to stay - certificates, energy, regional cuisine - and which properties are credible.
BerlinCentral hotels in Berlin: staying in the heart of the city
Central hotels in Berlin: the best places to stay within walking distance of the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island and Alexanderplatz - for every budget.
BerlinCulture hotels in Berlin: staying for art and culture fans
Culture hotels in Berlin: properties with art, music and culture built into the concept - near Museum Island, galleries and theaters, from Mitte to Friedrichshain.
BerlinGourmet hotels in Berlin: staying with starred cuisine
Gourmet hotels in Berlin: properties with a starred restaurant - from the Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer through FACIL at the Mandala to Hugos at the InterContinental.
BerlinAccessible hotels in Berlin: staying without barriers
Accessible hotels in Berlin: what to check for wheelchair-accessible rooms and which properties are suitable - plus tips on booking and getting around.
BerlinHotels near Berlin's nightlife: staying where the party is
Hotels near Berlin's nightlife: properties by the clubs, bars and Spätis (Berlin's late-night corner stores) of Friedrichshain, Kreuzberg and City West - plus tips for night owls.
BerlinBooking a hotel in Berlin: tips for the best price
Booking a hotel in Berlin: when to book, where to save, what to check on location and cancellation terms - practical tips for the best booking in Berlin.