The Best Hostels and Cheap Hotels to Book in Kreuzberg, Berlin

This chic hotel is in a quiet side street in the vicinity of Potsdamer Platz. A pared-back design embraces minimalism yet the rooms never feel stark or soulless. Guests can enjoy breakfast on the attractive roof terrace if the weather is fine. Lovely S rooms are the cheapest, but you won’t stretch your budget too far by upgrading to a more spacious Lovely M category.

In the heart of Mitte facing Museum Island, this hotel has rooms with views of the River Spree. The hotel has an Indian restaurant, while guests are invited to drink at the bar in the sister hotel, Großer Kurfürst, across the street. The hotel also has a sauna, steam bath and fitness room. Simply furnished doubles in the Business category offer great value for money as long as you reserve more than seven days in advance.

Landscape architect Enzo Enea created a gorgeous green retreat in the heart of Kreuzberg, and the YARD is the beautiful boutique hotel that surrounds it. With a policy of reducing waste and conserving energy, the hotel has strong eco-credentials – but doesn’t sacrifice style on the altar of good intentions. Room decor is neutral and minimalist, yet warm and inviting.

Mondrian Suites is just three minutes from Checkpoint Charlie, and the views over the centre of Berlin from its rooftop terrace are remarkable. This hotel’s studios are sleek and sophisticated, equipped with those little details that make all the difference, such as Nespresso machines and hairdryers – and you’ll also get a balcony or terrace. Early bookers can make a saving that enables them to upgrade to a premium studio and gain some extra space.

This good-value hotel is located on Friedrichstrasse between Kreuzberg and Checkpoint Charlie. Rooms are comfortable and clean, and the hotel has a lively bar which also serves food at lunchtime. There’s also a fitness suite and sauna. Standard doubles are the best budget-friendly option, however the hotel offers a 20 percent discount for direct early bookers or a 15 percent discount for a stay of three nights or more – making its superior comfort rooms still affordable for cost-conscious travellers.

Right around the corner from Kreuzberg, the Grand Hostel Classic occupies a charming 19th-century building. The interior has bags of character too, not least in the library bar. There, you can meet guests over a drink as you lounge in velvet armchairs beside full-to-bursting bookshelves. Attractive private doubles with their own bathroom, linen and towels make this an affordable alternative to a traditional hotel.

Book an ensuite double at the Three Little Pigs, and you’ll enjoy all the advantages of a social hostel without the downsides of dorm beds and shared bathrooms. Private rooms represent exceptional value for money, though don’t expect the luxury trappings that come with a high-end hotel. Here, you’ll get a room that’s functional, clean and comfortable. There’s no need to sacrifice a conveniently central location either – here in Mitte you’ll be within easy reach of hip Kreuzberg.