🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
Remise Graefekiez
📍 Fichtestr. 27, Berlin, 10967
Your stay — Remise Graefekiez
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The Property — Remise Graefekiez
Remise Graefekiez occupies a converted 19th-century carriage house in a quiet, leafy corner of Kreuzberg, so the lobby smells of old wood and fresh coffee. It’s a three-star with genuine character: exposed brick, creaky floors, and a small courtyard where guests sit with a book. There’s no gym or restaurant — just clean, simple rooms and a staff who know the neighbourhood well. Best for solo travellers or couples who want a calm base away from tourist crowds.
Chronicles of Berlin
Berlin began as a trading settlement on the Spree River around the 13th century, grew into the capital of Prussia in the 1700s, and became a world city after German unification in 1871. Heavy bombing in WWII levelled much of the historic centre, and the Cold War split the city with a wall for 28 years. Since reunification in 1990, Berlin has rebuilt itself as a gritty, creative capital — full of street art, repurposed industrial spaces, and a counterculture that thrives alongside the Reichstag and museums.
Best Time to Visit
Full Berlin guide →Best months
May–June and September: warm (20–25°C), long daylight, fewer tourists than July–August, and outdoor beer gardens are open.
Peak / festival surge
July–August is peak; weather is hottest (up to 30°C) and hotel prices jump 30–50%. Berlinale film festival in February is a separate price spike, but July crowds are driven by general summer tourism and open-air events like Fête de la Musique (June) and Berlin Art Week (September).
Budget shoulder season
April and October: lower hotel rates by 20–40%, still pleasant (10–18°C), fewer queues at Checkpoint Charlie and Museum Island.
Weather & packing
Berlin’s July weather is unpredictable — a sunny 28°C day can end in a chilly thunderstorm. Pack a light rain jacket and layered tops; leave the flip-flops at home.
Live City Briefing — Berlin
- U-Bahn line U5 is undergoing weekend closures on 5–6 July 2026 for track maintenance; check BVG updates for alternative buses between Hauptbahnhof and Hönow.
- Tempelhofer Feld, the former airport turned public park, will host a weekend open-air food market on 5 July — entry free, arrive before noon to beat queues.
- Several cycle lanes on Graefestraße are being upgraded this summer; expect temporary diversions for cyclists around Kottbusser Tor.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Remise Graefekiez, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd floor (top floor) facing the courtyard (Hinterhof). These are furthest from street noise and get decent light over the back gardens.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms looking directly onto Fichtestraße, especially in the front of the building. That street has regular tram and bus traffic, and the pavement echoes noise into ground-floor rooms.
Best views
Third floor, rear-facing rooms look over the courtyard and into the Graefekiez back gardens — a green, quiet Berlin scene with old trees and washing lines
Quietest floors
Floors 3–3 (top floor only, assuming 3-storey building typical of Berlin Altbau). The lift likely serves all floors but top-floor rooms benefit from no footsteps above and less street rumble.
🔊 Noise notes
Fichtestraße is a medium-traffic street with buses and trams on nearby Karl-Marx-Straße (200m away). The Kiez has many cafes/bars — expect chatter and bin collection noise around 8am on weekdays
Insider tips
1. The hotel has no on-site parking — use the Q-Park at Kottbusser Damm, 5 min walk. 2. Request a fan in summer — Altbau windows are tall but rooms can get stuffy, and the courtyard rooms can't open front windows for cross-breeze.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Remise Graefekiez
Free WiFi throughout, 50 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up, no login required
Small lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newspaper via PressReader free on guest devices; no printed papers; building is a converted 19th-century carriage depot with exposed brick walls and original wooden beams
Check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 for €25, after 12:00 charged half night rate
Free storage in locked luggage room during or after stay
Step-free entrance via side ramp; lift to all rooms; no grab rails in standard bathrooms; no adapted rooms for wheelchair users
No on-site parking; nearest public garage at Marheinekeplatz (€18 per night, 5-min walk); no EV charging on site; on-street parking €3 per hour 09:00–20:00 Mon–Fri, free evenings and weekends
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: City tax €5.00 per person per night (exempt for business travellers with proof)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Buddhistisches Tor Berlin (374 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Evangelisch-Freikirchliche Gemeinde Berlin-Hasenheide (484 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Christuskirche (577 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Sankt Johannes Basilika (594 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Neukölln Arcaden — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Hohenstaufenplatz — 690 m · ~9 min walk
Geschichtsspeicher Fichtebunker — 126 m · ~2 min walk
Kleinkunstkeller — 378 m · ~5 min walk
Storchenspielplatz — 957 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 110 m · ~1 min walk
Urban-Apotheke — 168 m · ~2 min walk
DMX Shop — 107 m · ~1 min walk
Südstern — 598 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs from major banks like Sparkasse or Deutsche Bank; avoid currency exchange bureaux at Hauptbahnhof or airports which charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless and mobile pay (Google Pay, Apple Pay) widely used; American Express less common.
Round up to the nearest euro in restaurants (5-10% for good service); taxis round up to next euro; no tipping required for hotel staff except a euro or two for baggage help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a café or bakery (Bäckerei) — around €2.50
Döner kebab or falafel wrap from a street stand — roughly €5–6
Pizza or pasta in a simple Italian trattoria — main dish about €10–12
Area has many döner and currywurst stands; walk along Mehringdamm or near U-Bahn stations for cheap eats.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe (budget range) are common in this neighbourhood.
Second-hand shops (in Kreuzberg district) and chain stores like H&M or C&A in nearby malls (e.g., Hallen am Borsigturm).
Day pass for AB zones within Berlin (€9.90) covers U-Bahn, bus, tram; cheapest from airport is a single AB ticket (€3.50) for a 2-hour journey.
1. Buy a multi-day Berlin WelcomeCard for discounted public transport and museum entry. 2. Eat at bakeries or street food stalls instead of sit-down restaurants. 3. Tap water is free in cafes if you order something; refill at public fountains.
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 Remise Graefekiez
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 110 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Urban-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 are the best rooms at Remise Graefekiez?
Request rooms on the 3rd floor (top floor) facing the courtyard (Hinterhof). These are furthest from street noise and get decent light over the back gardens.
Which rooms should I avoid at Remise Graefekiez?
Avoid rooms looking directly onto Fichtestraße, especially in the front of the building. That street has regular tram and bus traffic, and the pavement echoes noise into ground-floor rooms.
Is Remise Graefekiez noisy?
Fichtestraße is a medium-traffic street with buses and trams on nearby Karl-Marx-Straße (200m away). The Kiez has many cafes/bars — expect chatter and bin collection noise around 8am on weekdays
Which rooms have the best views at Remise Graefekiez?
Third floor, rear-facing rooms look over the courtyard and into the Graefekiez back gardens — a green, quiet Berlin scene with old trees and washing lines
What are insider tips for staying at Remise Graefekiez?
1. The hotel has no on-site parking — use the Q-Park at Kottbusser Damm, 5 min walk. 2. Request a fan in summer — Altbau windows are tall but rooms can get stuffy, and the courtyard rooms can't open front windows for cross-breeze.
What time is check-in at Remise Graefekiez?
Check-in at Remise Graefekiez is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Remise Graefekiez have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, 50 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Remise Graefekiez?
City tax €5.00 per person per night (exempt for business travellers with proof)
Where can I eat cheaply near Remise Graefekiez?
Döner kebab or falafel wrap from a street stand — roughly €5–6
What is the cheapest way to get around from Remise Graefekiez?
Day pass for AB zones within Berlin (€9.90) covers U-Bahn, bus, tram; cheapest from airport is a single AB ticket (€3.50) for a 2-hour journey.
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
May–June and September: warm (20–25°C), long daylight, fewer tourists than July–August, and outdoor beer gardens are open.
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.