a&o Berlin Kolumbus in Berlin
✅ Friendly and helpful staff frequently praised, especially specific mentions of Kalina and housekeeping manager Mari ✅ Family rooms described as clean, well-equipped, and comfortable with thoughtful details like reading lamps and USB ports ✅ Good breakfast buffet with continental and vegetarian options available daily ✅ Free bike rentals and recreational activities like billiards and table football enhance the stay ✅ Convenient access to public transport, with bus stops immediately outside the hostel ❌ Several guests reported poor cleanliness in rooms and shared kitchen, including issues with unclean bathrooms and bedding not being changed ❌ Reception understaffed at times, leading to long check-in queues and occasional confusion with room assignments ❌ Some rooms lack elevators access on upper floors, which is difficult for guests with heavy luggage or children ❌ Complaints about room odors, heating or excessive heat without air conditioning, and maintenance issues such as broken power outlets ❌ Breakfast area occasionally crowded and poorly managed with reports of bees disturbing guests
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Description
a&o Berlin Kolumbus is a budget-friendly hostel located in a six-story building constructed in 1975 and renovated in 2004, offering 214 rooms including dorm beds, family rooms, and various standard options. It provides a casual atmosphere aimed at young travelers and families, with amenities such as a kids' corner, shared kitchen, conference facilities, and free bike rentals. Guests can enjoy a buffet restaurant, a bar, billiards, and a games room on site. The hostel features Wi-Fi throughout, 24-hour reception and security, and parking. While rooms are generally clean and comfortable with USB charging ports by beds, some guests have noted occasional issues with cleanliness and room maintenance. The hostel is non-smoking and accommodates pets on request with an additional fee. Overall, it offers economical accommodation with practical facilities for visitors seeking simple and sociable lodging in Berlin.
Location
Located at Genslerstraße 18 in Berlin, a&o Berlin Kolumbus is approximately 18 km from Berlin's main airports and about 7 km from the central railway station. The hostel stands 500 meters from the nearest public transport stop, providing easy access to the city despite being somewhat removed from main tourist spots. Nearby, guests will find the Gasthaus Rustikal restaurant just 160 meters away, rated 8 out of 10. The hostel's location offers convenience for travelers using buses and trams, although some reviews note the distance to major attractions may require longer transit times.
Tips
- Expect basic but functional rooms; bring your own power adapters as some sockets near beds may be USB-only or occasionally broken.
- Be prepared for possible wait times at reception during peak check-in hours.
- If traveling with children, family rooms include kid-friendly features like reading lamps and USB ports.
- Use the free bike rental to explore nearby areas and consider walking or using public transport to reach central Berlin attractions.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Continental, Vegetarian Buffet [Mon - Fri] 07:00-10:00 Open
[Sat - Sun] 07:00-11:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property. - Deposit Policy: No deposit required by the property
- Pets: Pets are allowed on request Types of pets allowed: dogs Fee: €14.00 (approx. US$16.26) per pet per day
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed on request
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Quiet Hours: Guests are required to keep quiet between 22:00–06:00
- Paying at the hotel: Visa, MasterCard
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 10:00.
Services and facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Television in lobby
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Electric car charging
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Smoke Detector
- Cable TV
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Locker
- Shower
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Luggage storage
- Safe-deposit box
- Luggage storage
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Common kitchen
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Vending machine
- Kitchen
- Packed Lunches
- Bottled water (at extra charge)
- Free Wi-Fi
- German
- English
- Multi-language staff
- Tour assistance
- Bike rental
- Billiards
- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Beach/pool towels
- Next to the beach
- Event facilities
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- First Aid Kit
- Playroom
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Kids club
- Pets allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 2740 m. It takes 41 minute To the beach!
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Reviews
Relaxed stay in berlin.
Reception staff and room everything was great.
Thank you.
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Frequently asked questions about a&o Berlin Kolumbus
What types of rooms are available at a&o Berlin Kolumbus?
The hotel offers Bed in Dorm, Family room, Standard room, Standard Single room, Standard Triple room, Standard Quadruple room, Standard Sextuple room, and Standard Double room.
Is there parking available at the hostel?
Yes, free parking is available on site.
Are pets allowed at a&o Berlin Kolumbus?
Pets are allowed on request with a fee of €14 per pet per day.
Does the hostel provide breakfast and what are the options?
Yes, a continental and vegetarian buffet breakfast is served daily: Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 10:00, and on weekends from 07:00 to 11:00. Additional fees apply and must be paid at the property.
How close is the hostel to public transportation?
The hostel is 500 meters from the nearest public transport stop, with bus stops directly in front of the building.
