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The Circus Hostel vs Sofitel Berlin Gendarmenmarkt
Both properties are recommended by travel writers. On balance, The Circus Hostel is preferred by most writers compared to Sofitel Berlin Gendarmenmarkt. The Circus Hostel comes in at #25 in Berlin with praise from 8 reviews such as The Telegraph, Rough Guide and Let's Go.
The Circus Hostel
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Weinbergsweg 1a, 10119 Berlin
From $24 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Multilingual
- Breakfast buffet
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk

"One of Berlin’s best-loved hostels, located within minutes of Kastanienallee in Prenzlauer Berg or the historical Scheunenviertel."

"Almost the standard by which other hostels should be measured, the Circus is a rarity – simple but stylish, warm and comfortable."
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Deservedly popular, this place is always full, so be sure to book ahead.

Star
"Top-notch hostel in fantastic location, with particularly helpful staff and good facilities."

"From the moment you step into the front door, you’ll recognize the themed decorations."
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Budget
"The 80-room, two-pearl Circus Hostel has bright and hip decor, a sociable atmosphere, and a young clientele."
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Sofitel Berlin Gendarmenmarkt
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Charlottenstrasse 50-52, 10117 Berlin
From $140 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge

"This hotel is directly opposite the Gendarmen market It offers modern, designer style rooms and a small leisure area on the top floor."

"In contrast to the grand lobbies of the other five- and four-star hotels bordering historic Gendarmenmarkt, the reception area of the comparatively small 92-room Dorint has a quiet, monastic feeling."

"This luxurious place to stay has maximized the minimalist look of East Berlin architecture."
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Request a room facing Gendarmenmarkt, one of the city's most impressive squares.

"This cocoon of quiet sophistication has a killer location facing elegant Gendarmenmarkt and 92 rooms and suites that are a flawless interplay of marble, glass and light."
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"Relatively inexpensive and the smallest of the first-class hotels (70 rooms, 21 suites), the Sofitel is probably also one of the most attractive, with excellent views of Gendarmenmarkt."