The city of Berlin has much to offer, from world-class museums to world-renowned nightlife scenes. We’ve rounded up our favorite boutique hotels to spend the night at when here.
Nhow Berlin
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 304 • Airport: Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) | Amenities: • Fitness Center • Spa • Free WiFi • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
Nhow is a hotel filled with bright accents and a futuristic feel. Nhow marks itself as the music hotel of Europe, featuring recording booths and music studios for when inspiration strikes. And for the days when you’d rather not leave the comfort of your bed to lay down some tracks, fear not — the 24-hour room service menu includes options for ordering keyboards, guitars, and speakers. Art and music aficionados can enjoy the hotel’s regular art exhibitions and live music nights. To top it off, Nhow has incredible views of the river that can be seen from most rooms in the hotel. What’s not to love?
HOTEL ZOO BERLIN
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 141 • Airport: Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) | Amenities: • Shopping Mall • Rooftop Terrace • Free WiFi • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
Hotel Zoo Berlin is a nod to the bold glamor of the 1920’s. The building was once a private residence, but in 1911 became an elite hotel. The decor is unique to the hotel, mixing elements of New York City Art Deco and 1920’s Berlin. Prominent design elements include exposed brick walls, curved architectural features, and velvet furniture.The Hotel features a speakeasy bar that attracts people from all over the Berlin area. It also has gorgeous rooftop views, perfect for a drink at sunset.
25hours Hotel Bikini Berlin
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 149 • Airport: Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) | Amenities: • Sauna • Rooftop Terrace • Free WiFi • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
25hours Hotel Bikini is one of Berlin’s most eccentric hotels. Situated adjacent to the Zoo, the hotel embraces a jungle theme throughout. Jungle themed rooms have an array of colors, platform beds, and views of the zoo. On the tenth floor, you’ll find the Monkey Bar, which is a jungle concept featuring tropical trees, hammocks, and expansive glass walls providing a unique perspective on the resident monkeys. Among their cocktails is “Bini’s Monkey Ponkey”. Notably, proceeds from this cocktail go towards supporting the zoo’s mother orangutan, Bini.
Sir Savigny Hotel
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 44 • Airport: Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) | Amenities: • Library • Terrace • Free WiFi • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
Sir Savigny Hotel lies in Berlin’s Literary Quarter. This cozy hotel is intimate, with only 44 rooms. The ambiance oozes artsy academia, with leather chairs, dark wood, and an extensive collection of books present. The lobby is a watering hotel: a communal table serves as a versatile space for work, alongside breakfast, and conversations.
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Henri Hotel
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 68 • Airport: Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) | Amenities: • Laundry Facilities • Pet-Friendly • Free WiFi • 1 Bar & Restaurant |
The Henri Hotel, a grand residence from the 1920s, has vestiges from its former life imbued throughout its fabric. The rooms sport original doors, stucco ceilings, and antiques from the Wilhelminian period. A splash of modernity has also been incorporated into the hotel, making it the perfect mix of now and then. Located along Meinekestrasse, Henri Hotel offers a short walk to the shops and restaurants of Kurfürstendamm.
Hotel Orania
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 41 • Airport: Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) | Amenities: • Art Gallery • Fitness Center • Free WiFi • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
Hotel Orania is the sole upscale hotel in Berlin’s premier nightlife-abundant neighborhood, Kreuzberg. The interior is inviting, with warm lights, deep red furnishings, and natural materials from the east. A fun touch is the hotel’s signature gold elephant populating each room. The common space is a massive living room with a restaurant, fireplaces, and even a concert stage. The stage features regular concerts exclusively with artists living in Berlin. Hotel Orania is the perfect place to relax after enjoying Berlin’s vibrant nightlife.
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Max Brown Ku’Damm
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 70 • Airport: Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) | Amenities: • Laundry Facilities • Pet-Friendly • Free WiFi • 3 Bars & Restaurants |
If you’re seeking a more relaxed and residential escape in Berlin, consider Max Brown Ku’Damm. The hotel sits between the Wilmersdorf District and Charlottenburg, one of the city’s most idyllic neighborhoods. To add to the sense of comfort, each room features vinyl records and a mini basketball hoop. Moreover, Max Brown Ku’Damm is family and dog-friendly, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking for a warm and inclusive hotel in Berlin. Oh, and we love how the stay is both affordable & adorable.
Telegraphenamt
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 97 • Airport: Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) | Amenities: • Heated Bathroom Floor • Pet-Friendly • Free WiFi • 5 Bars & Restaurants |
The Telegraphenamt was built in 1910 as an elaborate postal building that was crucial at the time in Germany. Now you can marvel at the building’s history and architecture in one of the 97 rooms they have to offer. The design of the hotel is “Art deco meets Babylon Berlin,” and is the perfect blend of vintage glamor and modernity.The Telegraphenamt is situated next to Museum Island, between the historic center and Berlin’s most vibrant quarter.
