Holiday Inn Express BERLIN CITY CENTRE by IHG in Berlin
✅ Rooms are clean, quiet, and comfortable with soundproofing ✅ Breakfast buffet is well-stocked and praised by many guests ✅ Reception staff are multilingual, friendly, and helpful ✅ Convenient location near multiple transport options and city attractions ✅ Good value for price with free WiFi and parking available ❌ Some guests found rooms very small and cramped for two or families ❌ Air conditioning does not work below 16°C, requiring window opening that causes noise and smoke disturbance ❌ No room service and lack of in-room safes or lockers ❌ Limited breakfast variety according to some reviews ❌ Noise from street and smoking near windows disturbed sleep in some front rooms
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Description
Holiday Inn Express BERLIN CITY CENTRE by IHG, built in 2005 and renovated in 2011, is a 3-star hotel offering a solid mix of comfort and convenience in Berlin's Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg district. The hotel features air-conditioned, soundproof rooms that come in three types: Standard Double room, Standard with Sofa Bed Double room, and another Standard Double room option. Guests benefit from 24-hour front desk service, express check-in/out, and facilities for disabled guests. The hotel includes a buffet restaurant and bar, free WiFi throughout, and a business center with meeting and banquet facilities. Parking is available onsite, and pets are welcome for a daily fee. Cleanliness, amenities, location, and service all score highly at 9/10. This hotel is especially noted for its friendly, multilingual staff and a well-stocked breakfast buffet, though some rooms are compact and the air conditioning system has limitations during cooler weather.
Location
Located at Stresemannstr. 49, the hotel is within walking distance to several Berlin landmarks and transport hubs. It is about a 15-minute walk to Checkpoint Charlie and roughly 25 minutes to Brandenburg Gate. Nearby public transport includes S-Bahn and U-Bahn stations just 150 meters away, making access to other parts of Berlin straightforward. The Trasse der Preußischen Eisenbahn, a historical railway track segment, is only 159 meters from the hotel, though rated low for tourist appeal. For dining, Restaurant Yasmin is 229 meters away and highly rated. BeachMitte, the closest beach, is 3.4 km distant. Berlin Tegel Airport (TXL) is approximately 9 km from the hotel.
Tips
- If you prefer cooler room temperatures, be aware that air conditioning only works above 16°C; opening windows may lead to street noise and smoke from outside.
- For travelers with a lot of luggage or families, request room options carefully since some rooms can be cramped.
- Utilize the self-checkout stall near reception for quick snacks as there is no room service.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. 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: Western, Continental Buffet [Mon - Fri] 06:30-10:30 Open
[Sat - Sun] 06:30-11:30 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 Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats Fee: €20.00 (approx. US$23.73) per pet per day
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, DinersClub, MasterCard, Visa, UnionPay
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Express check-in/check-out
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Outdoor furniture
- Non-smoking rooms
- Soundproof rooms
- Cable TV
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Dry-cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Restaurant
- Vending machine
- Kitchen
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car rental
- Spanish
- German
- English
- Italian
- Multi-language staff
- Arabic
- Tour assistance
- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Garage
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- First Aid Kit
- Pets allowed (under 5 kg)
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 3420 m. It takes 51 minute To the beach!
Street view
Video: Holiday Inn Express Berlin City Centre-West, Berlin, Germany
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Reviews
During my recent trip to Berlin, staying at Holiday Inn Express Berlin City Centre was truly one of the best decisions I made. 🏙️
The location is excellent — just a short walk from U-Bahn and S-Bahn stations, and within easy reach of many famous sights like Museum Island and Checkpoint Charlie.
The rooms were clean, quiet, and comfortable, with everything I needed. 🛏️✨
Although compact, the space was well organized and perfect for a city stay.
Breakfast was simple but satisfying — fresh bread, fruits, yogurt, coffee, and more. 🍞🍎☕
What really stood out to me was the friendliness and professionalism of the staff.
The reception team spoke fluent English and went above and beyond to answer all our questions and make us feel welcome. 🙌😊
At the end of our stay, my travel companion and I sat in the lobby and said, “Next time we come to Berlin, we’ll definitely stay here again.”
👉 I highly recommend this hotel to solo travelers, couples, families, and even business guests.
If you’re looking for comfort, convenience, and great service — this is the place to be. 💼🧳💙
Highly recommended!
Had to pay extra for the second room. Hopefully Trip can sort this out and refund me the extra that I paid for
This is HHI Express, so there is a touch of "budget hotel" feeling in the service, but otherwise a decent hotel for stay and location is pretty good.
The goods:
- Nice location (close to multiple restaurants, transport options and city center).
- Rooms are good, clean.
- Staff at reception speak fluent English
- Breakfast is quite OK.
- There's a self checkout stall next to reception for quick bite/drink etc.
- You won't find shaving or dental kits readily, but per need, go and collect from reception.
The "could be better" ones:
- There's no room service (so go out there and enjoy the neighborhood).
- There ain't any locker/safe in the rooms.
- The AC is bit weird - perhaps keeping the slanting window open is a better choice.
The BAD:
- I had requested for a possible 30-60 minutes delayed checkout, but Hotel couldn't accommodate - which was unfortunate as checkout time is 12:00, whereas checking in is at 3:00 & I requested checkout at 1:00 (& am a club member). 🤷
From BER Airport it will take you around 25-35 minutes via cab (~€35-65) or may avail public transport (first train, then bus).
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Frequently asked questions about Holiday Inn Express BERLIN CITY CENTRE by IHG
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express BERLIN CITY CENTRE?
Yes, the hotel allows dogs and cats with a fee of €20 per pet per day. Service animals are also permitted.
What types of rooms are available at this hotel?
The hotel offers Standard Double rooms and Standard with Sofa Bed Double rooms.
Is breakfast included and what type is it?
Breakfast is offered as a Western continental buffet. It is served from 06:30 to 10:30 on weekdays and until 11:30 on weekends. Additional fees apply and are paid at the property.
How accessible is the hotel by public transport?
The hotel is just 150 meters from S-Bahn and U-Bahn stations, providing easy access to Berlin's public transport network.
Does the hotel provide parking and what are the conditions?
Yes, free parking is available for guests, but some reviews mention a parking charge of 26 Euro per day.
