Where to Stay in Berlin for a first time visit? An insider’s guide 2025

Are you in the midst of planning your visit and unsure of where to stay in Berlin? Look no further! In this guide, we will explore Berlin neighbourhoods and handpick accommodations that cater to all types of travellers, ensuring you have an incredible experience in the captivating German capital.

Berlin is a city that seamlessly combines history, art, culture and modernity. Whether you’re a family searching for a place to stay, a couple on a romantic getaway, a luxury traveller desiring opulence, or a budget-conscious backpacker exploring affordable options – rest assured that Berlin has the perfect place for everyone. Let’s embark on our journey, starting with Mitte.

We know that different types of people require different advice on travel accommodations. In this guide include the best areas for

• the first time visitor
• Families
• Couples
• Luxury & Design
• Solo-Traveler
• on a budget

Are you more of a visual learner/travel planner?

Lucky for you, we’ve included a map with all of our favorite neighborhoods and handpicked hotels for all of your travel needs.

Check it out below to get a better idea of where you should stay for your first or next visit to the Berlin.

This is the extension of our guide to 7 days in Berlin.

(This guide is always up to date, the last updated May 2025.)

But, first things first:

Here is the question: Where to stay in Berlin for the first time?

The answer is simple: Mitte

Now let’s look at some of the must-see spots within the city:

• Brandenburg Gate
• Museum Island
• Rosenthaler Platz

The Berlin neighbourhood of Mitte, meaning ‘’middle’’ in German, is the city center, boasting a lot of interesting attractions. This makes it a popular destination, especially for tourists. Many visitors find themselves mesmerized by this district and choose to spend days exploring all that it has to offer.

Here’s a full map for you to understand the different areas.

MAP

Please note: those might not be the exact names of the districts, neither its absolute borders. I just tried to simplify this information.

Table

1. Best areas and handpicked hotels for Berlin

If you are looking for where to stay in Berlin, here is a collection of accommodations that cater to all types of travellers:

Continue scrolling or pick your group and travel type on the menu:

1.1 Families
1.2 Couples
1.3 Luxury Traveler
1.4 Design Traveler
1.5 Groups
1.6 Solo-Traveler
1.7 Nightlife-seeking traveler
1.8 Budget Traveler

1.1 Families

Handpicked accommodations for families

 1.2 Couples

Handpicked accommodations for couples

1.3 Luxury traveler

Handpicked accommodations for the luxury traveler

1.4 Design-lovers

Handpicked accommodations for the design lover

1.5 Groups

Handpicked accommodations for groups

1.6 Solo-travelers

Handpicked accommodations for a solo traveler

1.7 Nightlife Traveler

Handpicked accommodations for nightlife

1.8 For the Budget Traveler

Handpicked accommodations for budget traveler

2. Best Neighborhood to Stay in Berlin

FAQs

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Summary where to stay in Berlin

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Any Questions?

There you have it. I hope you have no questions and found your home in my home town.

However, please remember: I am not perfect, and it is likely I missed a few things to point out.

Therefore: Do you have questions? Is anything not clear?

Please please please drop me a comment below with your email! I will reply to you ASAP via email and here in the comments.

In fact, your questions help me to make this article better. So I help you to help me.