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Edgy, creative, and hedonistic, Berlin’s hotels reflect its hip vibe – from intimate boutiques to modern design hotels, it’s home to some of the world’s most unique stays. These are the places that made my jaw-drop…
1. 25 Hours Hotel Bikini
My Charlottenburg stay leaned fully into its urban jungle theme, with greenery, murals, natural wood, and hammocks giving it a tropical feel. My ‘Large Jungle’ room had floor-to-ceiling windows, an oversized bed, and a hammock I happily lounged in.
I caught panoramic views from the rooftop restaurant, picked up sourdough bread from the wood-fired bakery, and explored Bikini Island’s DJ-led creative space, while the location near Kurfürstendamm and Zoologischer Garten station made getting around easy.
Location: Charlottenburg (City West) | Nearest station: Zoologischer Garten (3 min walk) | Price range: €€€ | Vibe: Playful, urban-jungle, social
My favourite highlights…
Dining on the 10th-floor NENI, I dined with sweeping city views, savoring silky curry mango hummus and smoky baba ghanoush topped with crunchy sourdough crumble.
2. nhow Hotel
My Instagram gallery shot of RAW-Gelände in Friedrichshain in Berlin – it was a cool and creative place just a short walk from nhow Hotel!
I was very impressed how music was woven into everything at this futuristic riverside hotel, from Karim Rashid’s vibrant interiors to the lobby soundtrack that greeted me on arrival!
I stayed in a pink-and-blue standard double with a colourful bathroom and Nespresso machine, but the real novelty was ordering a guitar through room service. Between visits to the recording studios, workouts in the sauna-equipped gym, dinner at Fabrics, and DJ-led evenings at Envy Bar, it felt more like a creative hub than a traditional hotel.
Location: Friedrichshain (River Spree) | Nearest station: Warschauer Straße (10 min walk) | Price range: €€ | Vibe: Music-themed, bold, high-energy
To book, check prices or availability for nhow HotelMy favourite highlights…
The commitment to the music theme! When I got chatting with the staff, I even found out many of them were music college graduates! 3. Michelberger
My photograph of Berlin’s street art in Friedrichshain — taken just around the corner from where I staying in the Michelberger Hotel!
Set inside a converted factory, I loved how this cleverly industrial-chic design with vintage finds, retro furniture, and shelves of secondhand books, capturing Berlin’s artsy energy while staying welcoming rather than edgy for the sake of it.
My Luxury Standard Room featured an extra-wide four-poster bed, a deep soaking tub, and a wall filled with books. Between meals at the organic restaurant, quiet time in the courtyard, DJ nights at the bar, and a session in the barrel-style sauna, it felt like a cultural hub as much as a hotel!
Location: Friedrichshain (near RAW-Gelände) | Nearest station: Warschauer Straße (3 min walk) | Price range: €€€ | Vibe: Creative and community-focused
My personal highlights…
4. Lulu Guldsmeden
I saw warm wood, greenery, and soft lighting defined this 1850s boutique, where Scandinavian minimalism meets subtle Balinese design for a relaxed, hygge-driven atmosphere.
I stayed in a cosy room with a colonial-style four-poster bed, a playful swing, and a rainfall shower stocked with eco-friendly products, then worked my way through the organic breakfast buffet and Mediterranean-Lebanese menu before heading out to explore nearby Tiergarten and Schöneberg.
Location: Potsdamer Straße | Nearest station: Kurfürstenstraße (5 min walk) | Price range: €€€ | Vibe: Hygge-inspired, romantic, eco-conscious
My highlights…
5. Gorki Apartments
This self-catering stay in Mitte felt genuinely special (and I was in awe!), with design-led apartments that mix contemporary elegance and vintage charm through patterned tiled floors, custom-made furniture, and thoughtful creative details. It felt polished but still warm and welcoming rather than overly styled.
I stayed in a soundproofed, hypoallergenic Studio Apartment (2A) with high ceilings, hardwood floors, a king-sized bed, and a fully equipped kitchen complete with a Nespresso machine. Having proper space to cook and relax — and a large flat-screen TV — made it feel like I was living in Berlin than just visiting.
Location: Mitte | Nearest station: Rosenthaler Platz (2 min walk) | Price range: €€€€ | Vibe: designer apartment-style luxury
My highlights…
I loved the buzzy Mitte location — steps from cafés and bars — especially The Rabbit Café (for their garlic mushroom toast) and the cozy, brewery-set Katz Orange.
6. Moxy Ostbahnhof
My picture of the metal sculptures at Urban Spree — it was just a 6 minute walk from my Moxy Ostbahnhof stay!
This trendy stay had a youthful, sociable energy, with industrial-chic interiors softened by awesome quirky touches like writing walls where we the guests could leave messages, colourful modular furniture, bold artwork, and open communal spaces that made it easy to mix and mingle.
My Moxy Sleeper room followed the brand’s sleek, contemporary style, with a queen-sized bed, 42-inch TV, USB ports, speedy Wi-Fi, and motion-activated LED lighting that felt surprisingly practical. I spent time in the 24/7 bar, worked from the games-filled lounge and co-working area, grabbed snacks on the go, and made use of the well-equipped fitness centre.
Location: Friedrichshain | Nearest station: Ostbahnhof (2 min walk) | Price range: €€ | Vibe: Youthful, sociable, playful
My personal highlights…
7. Hotel Amano
My photograph of the Alte Nationalgalerie, a few minutes’ walk from where I was staying in the Hotel Amano in Berlin’s Mitte district!
I discovered this large Mitte design hotel combined monochrome styling, custom lighting, and herringbone floors for a sleek, urban vibe that still felt very approachable.
My hypoallergenic standard double featured parquet flooring, full-height windows, soundproofing, and air con, while the Israeli-influenced bistro, sixth-floor Apartment Bar overlooking the Reichstag, and lively rooftop terrace added variety. Bike rentals and a courtyard garden were practical bonuses, especially at its mid-range price point!
Location: Mitte | Nearest station: Rosenthaler Platz (1 min walk) | Price range: €€€ | Vibe: Sleek, cosmopolitan, nightlife-friendly
To book, check prices or availability for Hotel AmanoMy highlights…
Heading up to the stylish rooftop bar for skyline views, I braved the ‘Spicy P’ — chili-infused mezcal, sweet mango purée, and a fiery chili-lime rim that seriously packed a punch!
8. Weinmeister Hotel
My shot of Berlin’s TV Tower rising over Unter den Linden — I easily reached it from The Weinmeister Hotel and I could even spot the tower from the rooftop hot tub!
This was a very funky boutique hotel! I was a big fan of its sleek, modern design, with expansive windows, unique art installations, and luxury amenities. It felt like an urban retreat, attracting creative, style-conscious travellers who appreciate both comfort and aesthetics!
I stayed in a Standard Queen with hardwood floors, a generous designer bed, handcrafted lamps, and a striking black-walled rainfall shower, then alternated between the spa, chic lounge bar, and rooftop hot tub — easily my favourite hangout spot.
Location: Mitte | Nearest station: Weinmeisterstraße (1 min walk) | Price range: €€€ | Vibe: Stylish, boutique, rooftop-cool
My highlights…
Soaking in the rooftop hot tub and taking in the sweeping views of Berlin’s skyline was unforgettable – I could even spot the iconic Fernsehturm TV Tower along with glimpses of the Mitte and Prenzlauer Berg districts! 9. The Circus Hotel
My photograph of Käthe Kollwitz’s “Mother with Her Dead Son” sculpture inside Neue Wache Memorial — it was just a short walk from my stay at The Circus Hotel in Berlin’s Mitte district!
Community was most definitely at the heart of this creative Mitte boutique, where eco-friendly materials, custom furnishings, and bright communal spaces create an upbeat but comfortable atmosphere.
I stayed in a medium-sized, hypoallergenic room with quirky décor and Bose speakers, then split my time between the courtyard, rooftop terrace, buffet breakfast, and cocktails from the ‘Lost My Voice’ bar team, with bike rentals and games adding to the relaxed feel.
Location: Mitte | Nearest station: Rosenthaler Platz (1 min walk) | Price range: €€€ | Vibe: Creative, community-driven, eco-aware
My personal highlights…
Hiring a Babboe electric cargo bike from reception was a game-changer — the roomy front box, fold-out bench, and pull-over rain cover made city exploring easy, even in drizzle!
10. Hotel Q
I found this trendy, design-led hotel in Charlottenburg refreshingly sleek, with minimalist interiors by GRAFT architects that felt edgy but still calming. The flowing lines and monochrome palette gave it a distinctive, almost gallery-like atmosphere!
I stayed in an allergy-free double with a built-in bed and open-plan bathroom complete with a soaking tub, then alternated between the Japanese-style spa, Fox! Bar cocktails, Thai dining, breakfast in the Fox Garden courtyard, and strolls to nearby Kurfürstendamm.
To book, check prices or availability for Hotel QLocation: Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf | Nearest station: Uhlandstraße (3 min walk) | Price range: €€€ | Vibe: Minimalist, edgy, design-forward
My personal highlights…
I loved the immersive attention to detail — the lobby pulsed with the latest tracks, sleek white corridors were lined with plush red shag carpets, and the stylish staff had insider tips on the best clubs and bars!
11. Provocateur
I found this glamorous boutique a strong choice for couples, with interiors that mixed 1920s Parisian glamour and modern design in a way that feels atmospheric rather than theatrical. Dark, moody spaces, red velvet, and subtle Art Deco details created an intimate, seductive feel without tipping into gimmick.
My classic double featured a plush bed, rain shower, Bluetooth sound system, and the signature “Provocateur Mode” for instant ambience. Between dinner at Golden Phoenix, cocktails at Phoenix Bar, and strolls to nearby Kurfürstendamm, it made a romantic but practical base.
Location: Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf | Nearest station: Konstanzer Straße (2 min walk) | Price range: €€€ | Vibe: Seductive, Art Deco, romantic
My personal highlights…
Trying the cocktails in the award-winning, dramatically decorated bar – I opted for the ‘Silver Lining,’ a potent mix of San Cosme Mezcal, Thai basil, elderflower, and fresh herbs – it had quite a kick to it! 12. Sir Savigny Hotel
This small artistic boutique, set in an 1893 building, was a gorgeous mix contemporary design with old-world touches — leather furnishings, curated artwork, and thoughtful custom details throughout. I found the atmosphere warm and quietly sophisticated rather than showy.
My soundproofed Junior Suite was spacious, with courtyard views, a freestanding bathtub, rain shower, Marshall Bluetooth speakers, Nespresso machine, and even a small selection of books. I took in the vibes of the terrace and in the garden, used the bike rentals, enjoyed the daily buffet breakfast, and explored nearby Charlottenburg’s literary cafés, galleries, and bookstores!
Location: Charlottenburg (Savignyplatz) | Nearest station: Savignyplatz (2 min walk) | Price range: €€€€ | Vibe: Literary, intimate, refined
My highlights…
13. The Social Hub Alexanderplatz
My photograph of the U.S. Embassy near Brandenburg Gate — it was just a 10-minute S-Bahn ride from my stay at The Social Hub Alexanderplatz!
This small, artistic boutique hotel was set in a beautiful 1893 building and blends contemporary design with old-world decadence — think leather furnishings, curated artwork, and unique custom touches and a warm, sophisticated atmosphere.
My spacious, soundproofed Junior Suite had a luxurious bed, courtyard-view windows, a freestanding bathtub, custom furniture, vintage rugs, curated art, a rain shower, Marshall Bluetooth speakers, a Nespresso machine, and a well-stocked minibar — even a selection of books for cozy reading. The terrace and garden was super cute too!
Location: Mitte | Nearest station: Alexanderplatz (10 min walk) | Price range: €€ | Vibe: Youthful, sociable, co-working-friendly
My personal highlights…
I loved the varied, high-quality breakfast menu — I chose the creamy oat porridge topped with forest berries, oat milk, and dried fruit, a nourishing start before sightseeing!
14. Hotel Ackselhaus
My photograph of a fruity cocktail at Zu mir oder zu dir, a lively Berlin bar which was just a 10-minute walk from Hotel Ackselhaus in Prenzlauer Berg.
I thought this beautifully eclectic boutique hotel was just so unique! Set in a stunningly restored 19th-century building, it featured charming, Instagram-worthy interiors with individually themed rooms inspired by romantic destinations like Africa and Rome.
My wow-inducing standard double felt more like an apartment, but with a truly wow-inducing design! I felt like I was stepping onto an elaborate film set, with a rich blend of exotic, colonial, and nautical styles. It also featured an extra-large, sumptuous bed, thoughtfully curated artwork, and even a cosy separate living area.
Location: Prenzlauer Berg | Nearest station: Knaackstraße (2 min walk) | Price range: €€€ | Vibe: Eclectic, romantic, apartment-style
My personal highlights…
The vegan cappuccinos in the cute Kaffee Marlene and the Black Forest Espresso Martini’s and fun bingo nights at the Höschen bar in the surrounding Prenzlauer Berg district location! 15. SO Das Stue
My photograph of the Reichstag Building – it was just a 12-minute walk from my SO Das Stue hotel!
I liked how this luxurious boutique hotel was housed in a neoclassical 1930s building, I really admired how this sophisticated 5-star hotel beautifully combined historic architecture with chic, contemporary design. Original parquet floors, elegant French doors, restored wooden inlays, and modern furniture created a romantic gem in the leafy Tiergarten district.
My upscale guest room, a SO Stue Room with a King Bed, featured an extra-large designer bed, a coffee machine, dark hardwood floors, and large windows overlooking the leafy Tiergarten Park. The superb boutique design, complete with a rain shower, added to the luxurious feel. The pet-friendly policies were awesome for my dog Rosa too!
Location: Tiergarten | Nearest station: Wittenbergplatz (10 min walk) | Price range: €€€€ | Vibe: Luxurious, serene, design-classic
My personal highlights…
Experiencing the plant-powered, holistic Susanne Kaufmann facial which came which used marigold, chamomile, and St. John’s wort!
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