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Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin vs The Circus Hostel

Hotel Adlon Kempinski and The Circus Hostel are both endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Hotel Adlon Kempinski ranks significantly higher than The Circus Hostel. Hotel Adlon Kempinski comes in at #1 in Berlin with praise from 20 reviews such as Forbes Travel Guide, Jetsetter and Afar Magazine.

Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin
Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin
9 / 10
Unter den Linden 77, 10117 Berlin
From $271 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Situated in the capital, this imposing grand hotel, which has hosted a list of crowned heads far too long to cite here, is synonymous with glitz and glamour."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Berlin's most historic hotel... Rooms are mostly large and have lots of state-of-the-art electronic extras." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"A favorite gathering place of intellectuals and art-world glitterati during the hotel's heyday... The rooms and suites... are a retro-modern hybrid of Art Deco and Asian fusion."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The first Adlon was considered Europe's ultimate luxury resort until it was destroyed in the war and the new version, built in 1997, has a nostalgic aesthetic." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Its many rooms and suites are some of the most luxurious in Berlin and have prices to match, but no other Berlin hotel offers a view of the iconic Brandenburger Tor."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Berlin’s most storied sleep right by the Brandenburg Gate, with Michelin-starred dining, yoga and an indoor pool." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The Hotel Adlon Kempinski is an elegant, classic hotel with a rich history." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This deluxe hotel located near the Brandenburg Gate opened in 1997 and continues the traditions of its illustrious predecessor, which was bombed during World War II."
Time Out Time Out
"Apart from a few original features, you’re really paying for the prime location and the superlative service." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"A five-minute walk from the Reichstag, this hotel is the reincarnation of the original Adlon, Weimar Germany's most famous rendezvous, which burned down in 1945." Full review
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Room service operates at all hours, delivering anything that a guest requests.
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The Circus Hostel
The Circus Hostel
7 / 10
Weinbergsweg 1a, 10119 Berlin
From $24 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Multilingual
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
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Insight Guides Insight Guides
"One of Berlin’s best-loved hostels, located within minutes of Kastanienallee in Prenzlauer Berg or the historical Scheunenviertel."
Time Out Time Out
"Almost the standard by which other hostels should be measured, the Circus is a rarity – simple but stylish, warm and comfortable." Full review
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Deservedly popular, this place is always full, so be sure to book ahead.
Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"Top-notch hostel in fantastic location, with particularly helpful staff and good facilities."
Let's Go Let's Go
"From the moment you step into the front door, you’ll recognize the themed decorations." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"The 80-room, two-pearl Circus Hostel has bright and hip decor, a sociable atmosphere, and a young clientele." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This excellent budget hostel on Berlin’s buzzing Rosenthaler Platz in Mitte offers a mix of dorms and private rooms — available with or without private bathrooms — close to bars, shops and restaurants." Full review
EuroCheapo EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"Hard to miss on the corner of Weinsbergweg and Rosenthaler Platz in Mitte, the bright red Circus Hostel offers cheap sleeps and a “with-it” vibe that’s been attracting the cool kids for years." Full review