Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Hotel Charlot
Centre
Reception in the Econtel
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Hotel Künstlerheim Luise
Modest Hotels & Hostels
die fabrik
This hotel, its name
meaning “the factory , is
a guesthouse cum youth
hostel. An alternative
youth and arts centre in
the middle of deepest
Kreuzberg, it attracts
backpackers from around
the world, hoping to
meet locals and others.
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Schlesische Str. 18
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(030) 611 7116
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www.
diefabrik.com
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no credit
cards
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€
Hotel Künstler-
heim Luise
The 30 rooms in this
small, pleasant hotel
were all individually and
imaginatively designed
by different local artists,
with themes ranging
from loud pop art to clas-
sic Modernism. The hotel
is in a central location,
close to lively
Scheunenviertel and
Unter den Linden.
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Luisenstr. 19
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Map J/K3
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(030) 28 44 80
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www.
kuenstlerheim-luise.de
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€€
Myer's Hotel
A family-run hotel in
the centre of Prenzlauer
Berg, ideal for families or
young couples. The rooms
are simply decorated yet
modern, and the hotel is
located in an historic part
of town. The service is
attentive and the
atmosphere relaxed.
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Metzer Str. 26
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Map H2
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(030) 44 01 40
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€€
Econtel
This small hotel, near
Schloss Charlottenburg,
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Großbeerenstr. 64
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Map F5/6
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(030) 251 13
62
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no credit cards
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€
Hotel Transit
Housed on two floors
of a former industrial
building, this international
youth hostel is located in
a lively area close to the
town centre. It has large
rooms, sleeping up to six
people. d
Hagelberger Str.
53-4
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Map F6
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(030) 789
04 70
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www.hotel-
transit.de
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€€
Hotel Charlot
A small hotel, popular
with student and school
groups, and therefore a
little noisy at times. It is
situated in a quiet square
close to Ku'damm, where
you will find several pubs
and the UFA-Arthouse-
Kino, which screens
English-language films
currently on release.
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Giesebrechtstr. 17
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Map
P2
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(030) 323 40 51/52
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www.hotel-charlot.de
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€€
mitArt Pension
Tucked away oppos-
ite the Tacheles art centre
is this small guesthouse,
based in an old building
dating from the 19th
century. The rooms are
plain, with modern furn-
ishings, and the walls
are decorated with avant-
garde paintings. There
are only nine rooms,
which get booked up
quickly, so you are
advised to reserve early
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Linienstr. 139-140
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Map G2
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(030) 28 39 04
30
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no credit cards
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€
is well suited to families,
as some of its rooms
have been specially
designed for children's
play. A buffet breakfast
is included in the price.
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Sömmeringstr. 24-26
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Map B3
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(030) 34 68 10
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€
Pension Niebuhr
A typical Berlin
guesthouse, with a great
atmosphere, situated in
the most attractive part
of Charlottenburg. Break-
fast can be served in the
rooms. d
Niebuhrstr. 74
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Map P2
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(030) 324 95 95
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www.pension-niebuhr.de
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€
Hotel-Pension
Funk
Slightly antiquated, ven-
erable guesthouse close
to Ku'damm, based in the
apartment of the silent-
film star Asta Nielsen.
The rates are unbeatable,
while furnishings and
service are personal and
friendly. There are only
15 rooms however, so it
is advisable to book in
advance. d
Fasanenstr. 69
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Map N/P4
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(030) 882 71
93
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€
Pension
Kreuzberg
Clean and friendly, this
hotel-guesthouse in
Kreuzberg boasts an
excellent atmosphere -
but unfortunately no
en-suite bathrooms. The
landlady takes great
care of her guests and
is happy to pass on her
personal tips for nightlife
and culture in Berlin.
Note:
Unless otherwise stated, all hotels accept credit cards,
and have en-suite bathrooms.
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