
Being the capital and the largest city in Germany, it’s no wonder why Berlin continues to draw tourists every year and remains one of the must-visit destinations in Europe. This city is brimming with vibrant energy, stunning architecture, and unforgettable festivals. It is also rich in culture and history, making it the perfect place for those looking to enrich their travel experiences. With so many things to do and various places to explore, setting a travel budget is very essential. A good way to start is by picking a hotel that is not only cheap but also offers great accommodation. After all, traveling to Berlin is more fun when you spend it touring around instead of merely staying inside your room. Check out our list of the 10 best cheap hotels in Berlin, Germany.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 22, 2025.
1. NH Collection Berlin Mitte Friedrichstrasse (from USD 187)
Varied and delicious breakfast, nearby restaurants, and the option to skip housekeeping for a drink voucher.
Reasonable pricing for a central location, with options for breakfast and eco-friendly incentives.
Prime location next to Friedrichstrasse Station, walking distance to major attractions and dining options.
Well-equipped rooms, environmentally conscious initiatives, and convenient access to public transportation.
Perfectly located right in the heart of Berlin, NH Collection Berlin Friedrichstrasse is a four-star hotel that stands next to Friedrichstrasse Train Station. Brandenburg Gate, as well as the historic tree-lined boulevard known as Unter den Linden, are both a short walk from the hotel. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s underground parking, a complimentary ironing service, and daily newspaper. Other well-loved features include spacious rooms, comfy beds, a fitness room, and a relaxation area. The fantastic buffet-style breakfast, with German, Mediterranean, and even vegan dishes, helps you start the day right.
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NH Collection Berlin Mitte Friedrichstrasse
1.71 km (1.1 mi) from Alexanderplatz
2. Hampton By Hilton Berlin City East Side Gallery (from USD 144)
More often than not, guests of Hampton By Hilton Berlin City East Side Gallery commend its location and proximity to dining places as well as several tourist attractions. This contemporary hotel is situated in the popular Friedrichshain district, standing right between East Side Gallery and Mercedes Benz Arena. The modern rooms are decked out with a work area, laptop safe, a flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee facilities. Apart from being pet friendly, this property also offers facilities for disabled guests. It is only 750 m (2461 ft) away from Warschauer Straße Train Station that offers direct S-Bahn connections to Berlin Main Station and Schönefeld Airport. Also, guests can conveniently visit Alexanderplatz as it’s merely five minutes away by train.
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Hampton By Hilton Berlin City East Side Gallery
2.79 km (1.8 mi) from Alexanderplatz
3. Leonardo Hotel Berlin (from USD 54)
Leonardo Hotel Berlin is a three-star hotel that’s conveniently located near establishments and places of interest such as Berlin’s Exhibition Center, Kurfürstendamm shopping street, Deutsche Oper, and Wilmersdorfer Straβe shopping area. Bismarckstraβe Underground Station is only 100 m (328 ft) away, while the buses that go to Tegel Airport are only a 5-minute walk away. Leonardo Hotel Berlin features capacious rooms that come complete with a flat-screen TV, hot drinks facilities, a work desk, and a private bathroom. The property’s staff serve guests an optional rich buffet breakfast in a colorful room for an extra charge. There are also drinks and snacks available at the chic and modern Wilma’s lounge and bar.
Leonardo Hotel Berlin
7.43 km (4.7 mi) from Alexanderplatz
4. Schulz Hotel Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery (from USD 91)
On-site cafe and bar with a variety of pastries, sandwiches, and good coffee, although the breakfast could be improved.
Reasonable pricing for modern, clean rooms in a convenient location near Ostbahnhof.
Conveniently located just steps from Ostbahnhof, with easy access to public transport and the East Side Gallery.
Guest kitchen, mobile room key, Netflix, and cozy communal areas with books and board games.
Schulz Hotel Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery is a newly opened modern hotel that’s fantastically located next to the East Side Gallery in Berlin’s Friedrichshain district. It stands near Ostbahnhof, a train station that offers public transport connections to anywhere in the city. These include Schönefeld Airport, Tegel Airport, Messe Berlin Trade Fair, Berlin Main Station, Potsdamer Platz, and Alexanderplatz. When it comes to rooms, all are equipped with free WiFi, elegant bathrooms, and smart TVs. Guests can enjoy toasted panini, fresh muesli, couscous salad, and flavorful coffee at the Bakery. There’s also a beer garden and a bar where guests can savor barbecues, craft beers, and cocktails.
Schulz Hotel Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery
2.02 km (1.3 mi) from Alexanderplatz
Berlin Tour Guide

Asaf Leshem
My name is Asaf and I am a professional tour guide. I hold a Ph.D. in Dark Tourism and interpretation of history. In Berlin I guide tours on such topics as the Cold War, the Third Reich, Berlin's Jewish Heritage, Berlin and Brandenburg's Prussian History, and more. I also guide in Potsdam, and I am certified to guide in the Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen. I am also an enthusiastic runner a... Read more
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Berlin Tour Guide

Tina
Born and raised in Australia, I studied psychology at the University of Queensland but had always loved reading modern history books. I came to Berlin for a nerdy history vacation in 2017, fell in love with the city and decided to make it home. I offer tours of Berlin and its surrounds which are rich with history and packed with energy. I don’t just show my guests Berlin's sights; I also exp... Read more
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Berlin Tour Guide

Matti Geyer
I was born in Berlin the year before the wall fell and thus had the fortune and privilege to grow up in a city that was growing up itself. In 2008, I decided to turn my passion for this amazing city into a career by becoming a tour guide. Both my parents lived in East Germany: My dad became a teacher, until refusal to join the Communist party ended his career, whilst my mom worked as a tour gui... Read more
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5. Ku’Damm 101 Hotel (from USD 115)
Nestled on Kurfürstendamm, a famous shopping street in Berlin, Ku’Damm 101 Hotel is a four-star hotel that offers designer rooms, a breakfast restaurant, a lounge bar, terrace and garden dining options, a wellness area, and underground parking. Tiergarten, the most popular inner-city park in Berlin, is around an hour’s walk from the hotel. Guests can also find a good transport network of subway and buses that can help them get around the city. After a day of touring and sightseeing, visitors can relax at the hotel’s 101 Lounge Bar where snacks and drinks are available throughout the day.
Ku'Damm 101 Hotel
8.37 km (5.2 mi) from Alexanderplatz
6. Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin (from USD 141)
Marvellous breakfast with a wide variety, but mixed reviews on other dining experiences.
Reasonable rates for academic visits, but extras like bike rental can be expensive.
Conveniently situated near Free University, Botanical Gardens, and public transport, but a bit far from the city center.
Clean, spacious rooms with eco-friendly policies, but some issues with room maintenance and WiFi.
Located in the peaceful Dahlem district, this well-rated hotel stands on the campus ground of Free University of Berlin while being surrounded by lush greenery. Dahlem-Dorf Underground Station is only 4 minutes away on foot, while Botanical Garden is a short 10-minute walk from the hotel. Creative dining options are available at the hotel’s Papillon restaurant, while drinks and modern art can be enjoyed at CampusHotel Berlin’s spacious courtyard terrace. There are parking spaces offered at a daily surcharge as well as a sauna and fitness area that guests can enjoy for a fee.
Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
10.91 km (6.8 mi) from Alexanderplatz
7. Mercure Hotel & Residenz Berlin Checkpoint Charlie (from USD 135)
Fantastic buffet breakfast, with a variety of options, and close proximity to cafes and restaurants.
Reasonable pricing for spacious, modern rooms in a central location.
Conveniently situated near Checkpoint Charlie, public transport, and local attractions.
Large family rooms, helpful staff, cozy garden terrace, and well-equipped bathrooms.
Situated in the center of Berlin, Mercure Hotel & Residenz Berlin Checkpoint Charlie features spacious rooms as well as provides easy access to the city’s major attractions. There are plenty of bakeries and restaurants nearby including Entrecộte, Maximilians, Augustiner am Gendarmenmarkt, and Brasserie Am Gendarmenmarkt. Guests can enjoy the 24-hour fitness room, a bistro and bar, and a sauna. Bicycles are for rent at the reception, in case you want to explore more of Berlin.
Mercure Hotel & Residenz Berlin Checkpoint Charlie This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
2.01 km (1.3 mi) from Alexanderplatz
8. HOLI-Berlin Hotel (from USD 67)
HOLI-Berlin Hotel features beautifully decorated rooms with wooden floors and basic amenities. This hostel that is located in eastern Berlin is only 750 m (2461 ft) from Lichtenberg Train and Underground Station. Guests love the hotel’s calm and peaceful location with absolutely no noise from both streets and pedestrians. The hotel lounge serves a full breakfast buffet every morning. The menu also includes international meals, regional German dishes, and a daily selection of three homemade cakes. Pets are also allowed, so your fur babies can join in the fun.
HOLI City Apart Hotel Berlin
6.01 km (3.8 mi) from Alexanderplatz
9. easyHotel Berlin Hackescher Markt (from USD 78)
A budget hotel located in central Berlin’s vibrant Hackescher Markt district, this hotel is only 100 m (328 ft) from Rosenthaler Platz Underground Station and 2 underground stops away to Alexanderplatz where visitors can get direct connections to Schönefeld Airport and Tegel Airport. The hotel rooms are equipped with satellite TVs and free WiFi. For a more convenient stay, guests can avail themselves of free parking and ticket service. A number of shopping boutiques, bars, restaurants, and gallery cafés are found near the hotel, including the UNESCO Museum Island.
easyHotel Berlin Hackescher Markt This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
1.07 km (0.7 mi) from Alexanderplatz
10. Novum Hotel Gates Berlin Charlottenburg (from USD 77)
Tasty and rich breakfast. Good variety of restaurants in the area.
Fair pricing, but additional fees for parking and city tax.
Convenient location with easy access to public transport. Quiet neighborhood with nearby restaurants.
Elevators available, but no air conditioning in rooms. Spacious and clean rooms.
Novum Hotel Gates Berlin Charlottenburg is tucked away in a historical building that was established in 1900. This three-star hotel features modern rooms and strictly caters to non-smoking guests. It’s only 200 m (656 ft) away from Ernst-Reuter-Platz Underground Station. Other establishments nearby include the Kurfürstendamm shopping street, Bikini Berlin, Europa-Center, and Zoologischer Garten Underground and Train Stations. Guests can enjoy a sumptuous breakfast buffet at the hotel’s elegant breakfast room. Coffee- and tea-making facilities are also available in the rooms.
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Novum Hotel Gates Berlin Charlottenburg
Address: Knesebeckstr. 8-9
6.28 km (3.9 mi) from Alexanderplatz
Experience the best of Berlin without breaking the bank
Traveling to Berlin doesn’t have to cost that much. Budget-friendly hotels in the city are aplenty, so you have more resources for roaming around. For recommendations, consider looking at the cheap hotels listed above.
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