The Best Hotels to Book in Berlin, Germany

The KPM Berlin brings cutting-edge modern design to the heritage buildings of the Royal Porcelain Manufactory. The deluxe balcony rooms are especially enticing with their fine wood furnishings and natural hues complementing the greenery-filled terraces and balconies – the perfect place to get lost in one of the three book titles provided monthly by the hotel for your reading pleasure. For a longer stay, book an apartment with a fully equipped pantry kitchen.

A short walk from the stunning Neoclassical architecture of Gendarmenmarkt, the Hilton offers dependable style in the heart of Berlin. It’s close to many of the city’s main attractions, such as the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag, and offers plush, spacious rooms – some of which are pet-friendly. An indoor pool, on-site restaurant, fitness centre and spa complete the list of amenities. With its beautiful design, attentive staff and perfect location, the Hilton is one of the best hotels in Berlin for comfort and sightseeing.

Overlooking the Spree River in artsy Friedrichshain, next to Universal Music and MTV, nhow Berlin is a self-proclaimed music hotel. This vibrant spot has a sleek-but-kitsch interior – be prepared for a lot of pink. All 304 rooms have more than 30 music channels, while the room service menu includes guitars and amps. The hotel is also in tune with the latest art, culture and music events in Berlin, offering up-to-date advice about concerts and festivals. It’s the perfect hangout for a hip, young crowd looking to discover more than the city’s top tourist sights.

The Westin Grand is slap-bang in the bustling shopping district of Friedrichstraße. From the moment you step into the lavish lobby, complete with high ceilings, a magnificent central staircase and grand piano, you’ll be struck by its opulent charm. And the grandeur doesn’t stop there: the hotel features an indoor pool, an indulgent spa and a convenient fitness centre. Rooms are spacious and simple in design, and suites are also available. Perfectly placed near the popular Tiergarten Park and other major attractions, including the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Gendarmenmarkt and Potsdamer Platz, the Westin Grand is at the centre of the action.

An urban retreat next to Zoologischen Garten (the Berlin Zoo), this fun-loving hotel in Berlin bears the tagline “wild as the jungle, diverse as the big city.” With a range of suites, all lovingly designed by Berlin-educated designer Werner Aisslinger, the 149-room hotel fulfils its “urban jungle” concept by straddling nature and culture. Attention to detail is clear throughout the hotel, with skincare products from a local cosmetics brand placed in each room for guests to use during their stay. There’s also the uber-trendy Monkey Bar with views of the city and nearby zoo. Get to know western Berlin and leave your room feeling restored and excited to explore the rest of the city.

Contemporary art aficionados will feel right at home here. As much an art gallery as a hotel, this central spot displays pieces by renowned German painter and sculptor Georg Baselitz throughout the rooms and common spaces. The 109 rooms offer free wifi, 24-hour room service and pet-friendly options, and the property has a stylish restaurant and bar. It’s all just a short walk from the Brandenburg Gate, Alexanderplatz and the Reichstag, making it the ideal base for experiencing the best things to do in Berlin.

Hotel Zoo, on the bustling Kurfürstendamm, is a luxurious hotel in one of Berlin’s chicest neighbourhoods. It opened in 1991 and became the official VIP spot for the Berlin International Film Festival (the Berlinale). After undergoing a two-year restoration and reopening in 2014, the refurbished hotel still nods to its lavish 1920s past with high ceilings and stately rooms, while its interior and art remain firmly in the present, with modern furnishings and bold elements. The glamorous 141-room hotel has a sleek rooftop bar, as well as the classy Grace restaurant.

Housed in Berlin’s former Royal Danish Embassy, Das Stue brings a regal charm to chic Charlottenburg. The 1930s building has been transformed into a magical escape, complete with a Michelin-star restaurant, wonderful cocktail bar, luxurious spa and (of course) amazing rooms and suites. The hotel’s name pays homage to its heritage (it means “living room” in Danish) and a homey atmosphere is felt throughout its warm, inviting interiors. Bordering the Tiergarten, the whole place is an idyllic retreat in the middle of Berlin.

Set in a majestic building dating back to 1889, the walls of Hotel de Rome have withstood many of the profound changes that have shaped Berlin. After years of standing empty, the building found new life in 2006 when (after several years of renovation) the hotel opened, bringing with it a renewed elegance and grandiose design. Mixing its rich history with modern luxury, the hotel features a range of spacious, glitzy rooms and suites, as well as a swimming pool housed in a former bank vault, a rooftop terrace, a fine-dining restaurant, teahouse and several bars.