Hip Apartments in Berlin You’ll Want to Call Home

This monochrome dream, located slap-bang in the middle of Berlin’s central borough, the Mitte, offers the minimalist design you’d expect from such a cool city. The hotel describes its location as the Bermuda Triangle of boredom – precisely because ennui disappears when you unpack your case – and accordingly, there are bike rentals on hand for exploring the nearby galleries and some of the city’s best restaurants. Don’t miss the buzzy Amano bar and Israeli-accented Mani restaurant, both just a short walk away.

“Here you will become a real Berliner,” Gorki’s website announces, complete with your own doorbell and mailbox. Far be it from us to dispute what makes a real Berliner, but Gorki does seem to have captured some of the spirit of the German capital here, thanks to an effortless mix of classic European luxury and polished, angular style. On the edge of Prenzlauer Berg, near the excellent Scotch & Sofa bar, you’re guaranteed an authentic Berlin experience.

An ideal option for couples, some of these beautifully designed, luxury apartments feature open-plan bathrooms so make sure you are comfortable enough with your travel partner before booking. Once you’ve had a good night’s sleep, grab breakfast at the adjoining café-cum-printer Type Hype, and make sure you sit at the counter to get a real flavour of the local Mitte community.

If you are looking for an apartment near Checkpoint Charlie – the popular relic of the Cold War – then Wilde should be your first choice. Ideal for families – it even provides activity packs – every apartment is spacious and modern, with a much-needed coffee machine to help you keep your energy up. If you’ve come to Berlin to explore the city’s history, then the immersive Berlin Wall Panorama, Trabi Safari Tour and Wall Museum are a mere brick’s-throw away.