86%Schlafmeile Hostel

Located only a few minutes from a metro and close to all shops/supermarkets..this hostel was a very comfortable place to stay. the kitchen/common room was well equipped and the staff were excellent. Cafe nextdoor had quick wifi and cheap beers...no complaints really. would stay here again.

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by sampanna-b3029 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

14

Lovely and extremely helpful staff, and perfect location - aprox. 10 minutes by train from everything. And the neighborhood is perfect Berlinian - quirky shops, cool restaurants and alternative artgalleries. Both rooms and bathrooms were very clean, and the commonroom with kitchen was a great... more Lovely and extremely helpful staff, and perfect location - aprox. 10 minutes by train from everything. And the neighborhood is perfect Berlinian - quirky shops, cool restaurants and alternative artgalleries. Both rooms and bathrooms were very clean, and the commonroom with kitchen was a great idea, especially if you want to save a few bucks. We really enjoyed our stay, and will definitly stay there the next time we're in Berlin. Thanks!close

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by annekatrinebuch7362 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

1

Very friendly, helpful and laid-back staff. Comprehensive kitchen & common room. Room was very sufficient but cold. I'd definitely recommend this hostel for travellers looking for a relaxed, welcoming experience. Thanks guys!

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by jennylovesbikes5990 – posted on Nov 24, 2008

1

Very friendly and helpful staff, laidback atmosphere, security is good but feels a little funny because the rooms look out to the street (through locked glass doors). Get advice about the neighbourhood because just a block or two away are nice restaurants, shops and cafes.

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by norahhope1883 – posted on Nov 23, 2008

2

The staff here were so helpfull, real locals who knew all the good places to go. The kitchen and common area were also great, the whole place had a fab atomasphere. Highly recommended!

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by Laura22 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

5

This hostel maz seem far from the city centre but its perfectly located in the student district where all the fun happens anyway. Staff=best yet

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by dodge98222598 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

21

Wow, I havent ever been to a hostel with rooms available directly from the street! Thus they are a bit noisy, but it's worth the experience.

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by egelyzsofi9660 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

1

Great place to stay, really helpful and friendly staff and the dorms and bathrooms are nice and clean. A short walk to the metro system and good food/beer at the cafe next door. Only complaint was both the girls showers were broken but usable so made showering akward.

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by ariana-parkr1524 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

7

This was a really nice hostel and really easy to meet people- nice common room.. I did get moved on my last night though which I didn't really appreciate. Anyhow other than that clean and friendly and Christian at reception is great..

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by voguehit6861 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

6

big bunk beds and table tennis. nice hostel

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by taylormahoney5870 – posted on Nov 11, 2008

11

Great staff, excellent location.

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by sasomiklic8823 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

1

the staff were awesome. they'd actually stop and have a conversation with you. the new zealand cafe served up some really yummy food for good prices. the location was good as it was halfway between two metro lines so it never took very long to get anywhere. rooms were large, common room was cozy...

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by angel-vez6682 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

10

This was our most social hostel we stayed at. The rooms were clean. The kitchen and common room were very handy. Only complaint would be about the dark haired woman that worked there - she was very rude. Everyone is else was awesome!!

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by vickwillis3353 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

5

Probably not a bad hostel for a group of people or someone prefering to keep to themselves but if you're on your own or just like meeting new people while you travel then it's pretty crap - no internal bar, not particularly close to anywhere interesting (they call it a quiet neighbourhood or... more Probably not a bad hostel for a group of people or someone prefering to keep to themselves but if you're on your own or just like meeting new people while you travel then it's pretty crap - no internal bar, not particularly close to anywhere interesting (they call it a quiet neighbourhood or something but the term "pretty isolated" seems more appropriate to me) and kind of antisocial set-up with street access to every room - you just don't really meet any of the people you are sharing the hostel with aside from the people in your room. The 3.90Euro breakfast advertised at the New Zealand Cafe next door isn't exactly inspiring either - better off going for a coffee and a pastry at a corner shop for less than 2Euro to kick you off. The staff aren't exactly beacons of helpful happiness either. All up, fairly disappointing place - it's just lucky that it's in an interesting city.close

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by nicktr755 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

3

BIg common room/ kitchen, but too small for the number of people staying. Small tv, and a ping pong table (no longer a pool table). Staff not very helpful (except the NZ guy). Strict on check in/ out times. Free wifi, but have to pay for the internet - only 2 comps, but plenty of internet cafes... more BIg common room/ kitchen, but too small for the number of people staying. Small tv, and a ping pong table (no longer a pool table). Staff not very helpful (except the NZ guy). Strict on check in/ out times. Free wifi, but have to pay for the internet - only 2 comps, but plenty of internet cafes close by. Location is terrible - really far away from all the major sights! A metro ticket is a must.close

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by suzanne-humphries8947 – posted on Nov 6, 2008

4

the hostel is not in the best of locations, a little far from everything. the staff were quite entertaining. Each room exits on to the street which was pretty convinent.

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by ososta – posted on Nov 3, 2008

12

The hostel is fairly clean and has everything you need; the staff was a bit snappy at times and the "cheap breakfast" they offer is not worth it at all.

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by bolesjr978 – posted on Nov 2, 2008

2

It was good for the price. Rooms were pretty small and funny design with rooms facing out onto the road. Could be improved with a few simple extras, like soap in the bathrooms so on. The cafe near by was nice. Berlin is awesome.

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by aihughes – posted on Nov 2, 2008

12

The Hostel was absolutely incredible. The beds were extraordinarily comfortable-the most comfortable I've had in a long, long time. I spent a good night in one of the dorms which are well worth the money and then I was suprised and extremely excited by the wonderful apartment that I was placed... more The Hostel was absolutely incredible. The beds were extraordinarily comfortable-the most comfortable I've had in a long, long time. I spent a good night in one of the dorms which are well worth the money and then I was suprised and extremely excited by the wonderful apartment that I was placed in. The staff were great and eager to help. My stay was overall one of the best I have had. Thank you very much!close

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by bwaybright1646 – posted on Nov 2, 2008

2

This is one of the BEST hostels in Europe without a doubt. The Kiwi manager is one of the nicest and hospitable guys ever. These people are exactly the kinds of guys who should be running a hostel. The dorms and bathrooms are clean, the common room has a good kitchen and an awesome Ping-Pong... more This is one of the BEST hostels in Europe without a doubt. The Kiwi manager is one of the nicest and hospitable guys ever. These people are exactly the kinds of guys who should be running a hostel. The dorms and bathrooms are clean, the common room has a good kitchen and an awesome Ping-Pong table. The Breakfast in the adjoining Cafe is a good buffet spread, and its not far from the train station. Will definitely go back when next in Berlin.close

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by a-wallzee9010 – posted on Nov 2, 2008

7

awesome place. nice vibe, rooms are clean. the toilets and bathroom could be a little bigger. Location is awesome. half hour walk to berlin wall, also in amongst a safe area with lots around - clubs, cafes, restaurants. the streets are lovely and colourful with graffiti and street art. would... more awesome place. nice vibe, rooms are clean. the toilets and bathroom could be a little bigger. Location is awesome. half hour walk to berlin wall, also in amongst a safe area with lots around - clubs, cafes, restaurants. the streets are lovely and colourful with graffiti and street art. would definitely recommend this place. oh and its cheapclose

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by Simfg – posted on Nov 1, 2008

3

If you go to Berlin you HAVE to stay at this hostel! The staff is great...has great recommendations for things to see and do and are just real cool people. The common room is a great time too, with a kitchen, ping pong table, cable tv, and lots of places to chill and meet great people. Try the... more If you go to Berlin you HAVE to stay at this hostel! The staff is great...has great recommendations for things to see and do and are just real cool people. The common room is a great time too, with a kitchen, ping pong table, cable tv, and lots of places to chill and meet great people. Try the restaurant next door for a great cup of coffee or breakfast. It's also in a great location...very inexpensive!close

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by ktezze1902 – posted on Oct 31, 2008

4

One of the best hostels we have ever stayed at (and we have stayed in plenty). The staff are second to none (especially Glenn, who somehow manages to get around in shorts in single digit temperatures!!). They are so helpful and really go out of their way. The hostel is in a great location... more One of the best hostels we have ever stayed at (and we have stayed in plenty). The staff are second to none (especially Glenn, who somehow manages to get around in shorts in single digit temperatures!!). They are so helpful and really go out of their way. The hostel is in a great location and the cafe next door provides great food at a great cost. Really felt like a home away from home. If you get the chance, stay here!!close

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by spiteristeven8970 – posted on Oct 29, 2008

14

I had a great time in Berlin with my friends. This hostel was great. It was cheap,clean and well located. The staff was very cool and friendly. There's a common room with T.V., pingpong table and a kitchen. There's also a restaurent next to the hostel with great brunch, very cheap. Good place for... more I had a great time in Berlin with my friends. This hostel was great. It was cheap,clean and well located. The staff was very cool and friendly. There's a common room with T.V., pingpong table and a kitchen. There's also a restaurent next to the hostel with great brunch, very cheap. Good place for young people who want to spend their money only for partying!!! I recommend it ;)close

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by brundoc848079 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

1

Great location for East Berlin nightlife, a train trip from the main sights, but a great setup. Rated it cause i love nightlife!

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by bhendo – posted on Oct 27, 2008

4

Staff were friendly and made you feel at home. Very relaxed atmostphere here. Amenities were good. The breakfast deal at the NZ Cafe is a bargain and is a delicious variety.

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by Myloca – posted on Oct 25, 2008

33

very friendly and helpfull staff... good location. clean and good atmosphere! would definetly recommend it!

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by wenangeli – posted on Oct 25, 2008

4

The staff was incredibly helpful, both of the guys who worked there had great suggestions of cheap ways to see everything in the city. Also, the beds were the most comfortable ones I slept on during a 6 week trip through Europe.

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by josephpaquette2668 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

9

Most welcoming Hostel crowd yet. Felt like I was coming home.

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by jamesstarnes1593 – posted on Oct 22, 2008

1

great staff, really helpful and a chill atmoshpere

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by lukb128896 – posted on Oct 21, 2008

5

i loveed this hostel the staff are great and its not to far away from everything the rooms were clean and so was everything else but beers do like to disapper from the fridge so drink them fast :P

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by dirtymonkies301 – posted on Oct 19, 2008

5

This hostel was pretty average. The security was pretty lax, the common room adjoined all the bedrooms and it would have been easy for non-guests to gain access. The staff didn't change the sheets before new guests checked into the room we were staying in and also double-booked beds (they made... more This hostel was pretty average. The security was pretty lax, the common room adjoined all the bedrooms and it would have been easy for non-guests to gain access. The staff didn't change the sheets before new guests checked into the room we were staying in and also double-booked beds (they made some poor guy sleep on the couch), and the hostel seemed to be in a slightly dingy neighbourhood.close

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by nadianawaz7337 – posted on Oct 19, 2008

7

Thank you very much. I enjoyed my stay at your hostel. Everything was great, especially the friendliness and cooperativeness of the Staff. And the food at the New Zealand Cafe is also great! Keep it up! All the best - Nina

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by NiNal – posted on Oct 19, 2008

1

Be careful when u try to find this hostel as there are 2 streets in Berlin with the same name, and we went to the wrong one... The kitchen is great for cooking some meals, the staff are ok. The bathroom wasnt cleaned once in the 5 days we were there though. Its quite central to train and tram.

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by meltelford9079 – posted on Oct 18, 2008

15

We went with 4 friends and stayed in a 10 bedroom. The location is really good, a lot of bars around (I recommend the Astro). Olaf was really helpfull and cool!

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by trelisintheplace7887 – posted on Oct 18, 2008

2

great staff, very laid back and helpful.

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by ryanboone5227 – posted on Oct 18, 2008

3

I had a good stay in this hostel, the only glitch being that they messed up something on the first night and there were 6 people in a 5 bed dorm, instead of 5. I was woken up several times throughout the night because of it. But other than that, the people were nice, the staff were friendly,...

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by SomeFantastic – posted on Oct 18, 2008

5

The wifi didn't work.

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by brandenburgt5169 – posted on Oct 16, 2008

1

Really cool location near clubs and bars, staff laid back and helpful. Great kitchen facilities, and common room with ping pong table and darts! good internet connection. rooms and beds of a great standard, toilets and shower rooms were clean and new looking. if i stay in berlin again i won't...

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by this-is-humanity6608 – posted on Oct 13, 2008

2

had an brilliant time in Berlin and was made very welcome by ALL the staff at this hostel. Would definitely want to stay here again!

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by Willjoek – posted on Oct 13, 2008

2