Circus Hostel is Berlin's iconic budget stay with hip decor, free offbeat tours, and beds from $25. Its prime Mitte location near Rosenthaler Platz puts you steps from bars and cafés, while the young, sociable vibe and helpful staff make it a hostel
"One of Berlin’s best-loved hostels, located within minutes of Kastanienallee in Prenzlauer Berg or the historical Scheunenviertel."
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
Star
"Top-notch hostel in fantastic location, with particularly helpful staff and good facilities."
Let's Go
"From the moment you step into the front door, you’ll recognize the themed decorations." Full review
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
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
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
Lonely Planet
"Clean, cheerfully painted singles, doubles and dorms (sleeping three to 10) plus abundant shared facilities, helpful staff and a great location are among the factors that have kept Circus..." Full review
National Geographic
"There's a bargain-priced boutique hostel in the district. The Circus Hostel boasts free "crazy tours" of off-the-beaten-track sites and beds starting at $25."
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Lonely Planet
"Stay at the Circus Hostel and get lost every morning in Prenzlauer Berg's picturesque streets as you search for an intimate café"
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