Cool Places to Stay in Berlin

Berlin is fast becoming one of the hippest cities in the whole of Europe. Its history and strife over the past century or so has led to an eclectic mix of old and new architecture. But this has led to a wonderful choice of old but renovated places to stay. Forget the faceless hotel chains which can be found in every city worldwide, there are a number of gorgeous Berlin boutique hotels for design inspiration and a guaranteed good nights sleep. When choosing such a historic city such as Berlin you owe it to yourself to lay your hat in the coolest of locations.

Casa Camper Berlin

Perfectly located in the ‘Mitte’ area of the city, the selling point of this hotel is the enormous walk in mini-bar in each and every room. Each room is trendy with a modern, relaxed design and is perfect for the 21st century traveller.

Soho House Berlin

If the name seems familiar then perhaps you have heard of the Soho sister hotels in New York, Hollywood and London. This hotel is centrally situated in an old department store which was seized by the Nazis during WW2 and then became HQ to the communist party during the Cold War. Now totally renovated, you will find art deco rooms complete with vintage furniture from the era. Each room even sports a traditional ‘record player’ along with a stack of LP’s to add to the ambience.

Hotel Q!

This hotel has been the recipient of numerous style and design awards, and from the minute you step inside you can see why. Modern, minimalistic and quality are words which spring to mind, and it’s the perfect hideaway to spend a weekend with that special someone!

Lux 11 Berlin

This central hotel is based on the design of Giuilana Salmaso and Claudio Silvestrin of Giorgio Armani store fame. This apartment building is designer chic at its best, with functional minimalism being the name of the game. A strong emphasis on food is one of the many reasons to stay here, with superb Italian-Asian delicacies being served in the restaurant, along with the chance to have your own fridge stacked with delicious snacks from the catering service, Bloomsburys.

Axel Hotel Berlin

This hotel opened in 2009 in the heart of Berlin’s gay district. But don’t let that make you think that they are not ‘heterofriendly,’ for this is one of the hippest and coolest hotels to be found in the city. Whilst it is specifically aimed at the gay crowd, many heterosexuals come here for the avant garde and flamboyant atmosphere which the hotel offers. The Axel Hotel opens its doors to everyone, so why not open your mind and enjoy a stay at a hotel which offers stupendous service to each and every one of its guests.

Guest post by Escapio.com.