🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
Pension Leo
📍 198A, Rudower Straße, Berlin, 12351
Your stay — Pension Leo
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Neuapostolische Kirche Rudow (158 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Dreieinigkeitskirche (683 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Ev. Kirchengemeinde in der Gropiusstadt / Familienzentrum Apfelsinenkirche (836 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Apostolische Kirche Berlin (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Wutzky — 904 m · ~11 min walk
Am Vogelwäldchen — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Heimatmuseum Rudow — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
Pippi-Langstrumpf-Spielplatz — 830 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 818 m · ~10 min walk
Paracelsus Apotheke — 168 m · ~2 min walk
Zwickauer Damm — 867 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs from major banks like Sparkasse or Deutsche Bank for fair rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist-heavy spots like Alexanderplatz.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay work in most shops, restaurants, and public transport machines. Small cafes and market stalls may be cash-only.
Round up the bill in restaurants (e.g., €18.50 becomes €20), or leave 5-10% for good service. Tipping in taxis: round up to the nearest euro. For hotel staff, €1-2 per bag or per night is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing-room espresso or filter coffee at a busy corner café or bakery: around €2-3.
A döner kebab or falafel wrap from a street stand or casual Imbiss: about €5-7.
A main course at a modest neighbourhood restaurant, like a pizza or currywurst meal: roughly €10-15.
Look for döner and currywurst stands along main roads and near U-Bahn stations; popular areas for cheap eats are around Hermannplatz and in Neukölln nearby.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are the main budget supermarket chains in this area.
Affordable high-street chains like H&M, C&A, and Primark are common in shopping centres such as Neukölln Arcaden or on Karl-Marx-Straße.
A single fares for buses/trains is €3.50; a day pass (Tagesticket) costs €10.20 for zones AB. From BER airport, the cheapest way is the S-Bahn (S9 or S45) with a standard AB ticket, or the RE/RB regional trains.
Buy a day pass instead of singles if making more than two trips. Shop at discount supermarkets (Aldi, Lidl) for snacks and drinks. Many parks and street art are free to explore.
Good to know — Berlin
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Emergency Contacts
BerlinBoth ambulance and fire services use the same number (112). Police use 110. All calls are free. English speakers are often available. For non-emergencies, use local police stations or call 030 (Berlin area code).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Berlin, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Pension Leo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 818 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Paracelsus Apotheke — 168 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) → Sly Berlin Hotel (Friedrichshain)
💡 Most budget-friendly option; buy Berlin WelcomeCard for unlimited metro/bus/tram access for 48-72 hours; FEX arrives at Ostbahnhof station near hotel
Friedrichshain District → Sly Berlin Hotel area
💡 U5 runs directly through Friedrichshain; buy 7-day pass (€36.50) for unlimited local travel; nighttime network robust on weekends
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) → Sly Berlin Hotel (Friedrichshain)
💡 Book in advance via hotel concierge for guaranteed rates; avoid peak hours (7-9am, 5-7pm) for faster journeys
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) → Sly Berlin Hotel (Friedrichshain)
💡 Cheapest option; X7 connects to local tram lines; scenic route through Berlin; best for travelers without luggage
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Pension Leo?
Check-in at Pension Leo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Pension Leo?
A döner kebab or falafel wrap from a street stand or casual Imbiss: about €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pension Leo?
A single fares for buses/trains is €3.50; a day pass (Tagesticket) costs €10.20 for zones AB. From BER airport, the cheapest way is the S-Bahn (S9 or S45) with a standard AB ticket, or the RE/RB regional trains.
Top Attractions in Berlin
💡 Register online at least 2 days in advance; same-day slots are rare. The dome is closed for cleaning 3 days a year, so check the website.
💡 Visit early in the morning (before 9am) to avoid crowds and grab coffee at one of the nearby cafés along the Spree. The wall is exposed to weather, so touch gently.
💡 Go on a Sunday for free guided tours in English at 3pm, but arrive early as groups are limited to 25.
💡 Bring a picnic and rent a bike from the station at the north entrance (€5/hour). The south end is quieter for sunbathing.
💡 Entry is €12, but free on the first Sunday of every month. Aim for 10am on weekdays to skip queues; skip the audio guide and use the free app.