Fodor's Berlin by Fodor's

Author:Fodor's
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Fodor's Travel Publications
Published: 2014-04-27T16:00:00+00:00

Tiergarten

You can’t actually stay in the Tiergarten, the sprawling 520-acre park that stretches from Brandenburg Gate to the Berlin Zoo, but if being near the park and its scenic pathways, ponds, and lakes is a priority, the hotels across the street are about as close as you can get.

Fodor’s Choice | Das Stue.

HOTEL | History meets contemporary style in the heart of Berlin, in a building that once housed the Royal Danish Embassy and still retains governmental grandeur—from the classical facade to the dramatic entry staircase—now mixed with warming touches like cozy nooks designed by Patricia Uriquola. Public spaces showcase the leafy neighborhood through walls of windows, and the photography of noted shutterbugs like Helmut Newton, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Diane Arbus. The 80 rooms are spread out over the historic or new wings, and feature views of the courtyard, nearby park, or the Zoo. Some have balconies or terraces, or perks like curved bathtubs, but all feature a decor of streamlined furnishings, high ceilings, dark wood floors, and amenities like free Wi-Fi, premium TV channels, and HD Apple entertainment systems. Michelin-starred Catalonian chef Paco Perez oversees two on-site eateries—one casual, one fine dining—that draw upon the Mediterranean flavors of his homeland, while the zoo-view bar-and-tapas lounge serves everything from cocktails of the 1920s and ‘30s to a list of 400 German and Spanish wines. A well-equipped gym, swimming pool, Finnish sauna, and holistic-minded spa help relax both the leisure and post-meeting crowds. Pros: central location; popular restaurants and bar; Berlin Zoo views. Cons: small spa can book up fast. | Rooms from: €153 | Drakestrasse 1, Tiergarten | 030/311–7220 | www.das-stue.com/en/ | 80 rooms and suites | No meals.

Fodor’s Choice | Ellington Hotel Berlin.

HOTEL | Tucked away behind the beautiful, historic facade of a grand Bauhaus-style office building, this sleek, modern hotel has small but stylish rooms, accentuated with modern art. Views are either of the street or of a pretty courtyard. The location is great, too: just around the corner from KaDeWe and Kurfürstendamm. The quiet courtyard and the restaurant and bar, with an open kitchen, offer a welcome respite from sightseeing in the area. Pros: stylish interior design with alluring 1920s touches; perfect location off Tauentzienstrasse and great for shopping sprees; nice bar; great, green courtyard. Cons: small rooms; no spa. | Rooms from: €128 | Nürnbergerstr. 50–55, Tiergarten | 030/683–150 | www.ellington-hotel.com | 285 rooms | No meals | Station: Wittenbergplatz (U-bahn).

Hotel Astoria at Kurfürstendamm.

HOTEL | Each simple room in this small building, which dates back to 1898, is different, and the service is exceptional. When making a reservation, state whether you’d like a bathtub or shower and ask about weekend specials or package deals for longer stays. A few rooms have air-conditioning for an extra charge. Two terraces allow you to sun yourself, and a stroll down the charming street leads to the shops along Ku’damm. Pros: some rooms are individually designed with old-world style; warm and personal service; quiet location on central Ku’damm side street.

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