🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
Three Little Pigs
📍 66, Stresemannstraße, Berlin, 10963
Photo: official website
Your stay — Three Little Pigs
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The Property — Three Little Pigs
Three Little Pigs is a budget-conscious, no-frills hotel near Berlin's central Zoo station, popular with backpackers and short-stop city trippers. Common areas feel functional but friendly, with a 24-hour bar and a garden terrace that softens the urban edges. Rooms are compact and basic — think IKEA-meets-hostel — but clean, with free Wi-Fi and good public transport links right outside. It suits anyone who treats the hotel as a base rather than a destination.
Chronicles of Berlin
Berlin began as a modest 13th-century trading settlement on the Spree, later becoming the capital of Prussia and, after 1871, the German Empire. Heavily bombed in World War II, the city was divided by the Berlin Wall in 1961, a physical and ideological split that lasted until 1989. Post-reunification, Berlin rebuilt itself as a global capital of creativity, tech, and alternative culture, with a skyline that mixes rebuilt baroque, brutalist blocks, and futuristic glass. Its contemporary identity is defined by openness, a thriving arts scene, and a deep, unvarnished engagement with its own history.
Best Time to Visit
Full Berlin guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm but not oppressive, long daylight hours, and outdoor beer gardens in full swing. Crowds are moderate, and flights/accommodation are cheaper than in peak summer.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season: schools are out, and the city hosts festivals like the Fête de la Musique and Christopher Street Day. Hotel rates at Three Little Pigs can jump 30-50% above shoulder levels, and advance booking is essential. The heat can be sticky, but Berlin's parks and lakes offer relief.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best shoulder months: prices drop, weather is mild (10-15°C), and fewer tourists mean easier access to museums and popular restaurants. October also has the quieter tail of Oktoberfest celebrations.
Weather & packing
Berlin's climate is continental, meaning summers can swing from 20°C to 35°C without warning. Pack layers: a light jacket for cool evenings, plus a rain shell — summer thunderstorms are sudden and sharp.
Live City Briefing — Berlin
- New U-Bahn line U5 extension fully operational since 2020, making Hauptbahnhof to Alexanderplatz faster — check if your route benefits.
- Tegel Airport closed in 2020; all flights now use BER (Brandenburg) — budget extra 40 minutes for the S-Bahn or bus transfer from Zoo station.
- Several new vegan and street-food markets have opened at Markthalle Neun in Kreuzberg; check their Thursday evening schedule if you want authentic food without tourist prices.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Three Little Pigs, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room facing the inner courtyard or side street (away from Stresemannstraße) on floors 3–5. These floors are high enough to escape street-level noise but still accessible via the lift if one exists.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (directly above ground level) and any room facing Stresemannstraße — heavy traffic on this main artery of Kreuzberg, especially daytime and late-night delivery trucks.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms facing the inner courtyard offer a quiet outlook with some greenery; street-facing rooms see the busy Stresemannstraße with views of the old Tempelhof Airport area in the distance.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5, away from the lift shaft and service staircase.
🔊 Noise notes
Stresemannstraße is a main road with constant traffic (cars, buses, trams) from early morning until late at night. Also, Kreuzberg has active street life — expect bars and restaurants in surrounding streets, but the hotel's immediate block is more commercial.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask the hotel about nearby parking garages — Stresemannstraße has restricted on-street parking (paid zones). 2. Request a room on a higher floor (3+) at booking; the lift may be small, so early check-in helps avoid queues.
- 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 — Three Little Pigs
Free for all guests, password provided at check-in. Speed ~30 Mbps down (sufficient for streaming). No login portal, but requires nightly re-entry on the browser page
One small lift serves all four floors (fits two people with suitcases); no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via hotel Wi-Fi (select from 100+ newspapers/magazines); one printed copy of Berliner Zeitung in the lobby each morning. The building is a former GDR-era printing works; original exposed brick and factory windows remain in the breakfast room
Standard check-in 15:00–22:00; early bag drop from 08:00 at reception; late check-out until 14:00 costs €25 (subject to availability on weekdays; weekends €35 due to higher demand)
Free for guests on arrival and departure day (store in secure room behind reception; open 08:00–22:00)
No step-free entrance: two steps at the front door (no ramp). Lift is small but wheelchair-accessible (door width 80 cm). No accessible rooms on upper floors; ground-floor room available with advance request
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Parkhaus am Checkpoint Charlie' (Schützenstr. 11, 10117 Berlin, 5 min walk) – €18 per 24h. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Berlin city tax: €5.00 per person per night (mandatory, applies to all guests 18+; business travellers exempt on written declaration)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 14 days before arrival (non-refundable); at check-in, a €100 incidental hold is placed on your card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saddleback Berlin (628 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: Inssan-Moschee (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Mosque: Orhan Gazi Camii (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Kirchhof Jerusalem und Neue Kirche I, II und III (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
The Playce — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Elise-Tilse-Park — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
ANOHA – Die Kinderwelt des Jüdischen Museums Berlin — 50 m · ~1 min walk
Tiyatrom — 603 m · ~8 min walk
Naturerfahrungsraum Robinienwäldchen — 978 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 197 m · ~2 min walk
Hölderlin-Apotheke — 368 m · ~5 min walk
Papa Arley — 270 m · ~3 min walk
Kochstraße/Checkpoint Charlie — 423 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATM withdrawals from banks (free or low fee) or exchange at Reisebank counters. Avoid airport and tourist-trap bureaux where rates are poor.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; contactless (Girocard, Apple Pay/Google Pay) common. Small shops and some markets may be cash-only, so carry some euros.
Round up or leave 5–10% in restaurants and cafés. Taxis: round up to the next euro. Hotel staff: €1–2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a bakery or café (often takeaway) — around €2.50–3.00.
Döner kebab or falafel sandwich from a street stand — about €5–7.
A main course at an inexpensive local pub or ethnic restaurant — roughly €10–14.
Along Yorckstraße and Hauptstraße you’ll find kebab and pizza stands; explore the winterfeldtmarkt area (Saturdays) for affordable bites.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto and Edeka are common in the area.
Primark and C&A at Tempelhofer Damm or in Schöneberg; also charity shops (Kaufhaus) on Hauptstraße.
Day pass (Tagesticket) for Berlin AB zones costs about €9.90. From BER airport, take the S-Bahn (S9) to your area; a single ticket AB+C is about €4.40 or a day pass €12.60.
1. Buy a Berlin WelcomeCard or 7-day ticket if staying more than a couple of days. 2. Eat at lunchtime specials (Mittagstisch) at pubs and bistros. 3. Bring a reusable bottle — tap water is fine and free to refill.
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 Three Little Pigs
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 197 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Hölderlin-Apotheke — 368 m · ~5 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 Three Little Pigs?
Request a room facing the inner courtyard or side street (away from Stresemannstraße) on floors 3–5. These floors are high enough to escape street-level noise but still accessible via the lift if one exists.
Which rooms should I avoid at Three Little Pigs?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (directly above ground level) and any room facing Stresemannstraße — heavy traffic on this main artery of Kreuzberg, especially daytime and late-night delivery trucks.
Is Three Little Pigs noisy?
Stresemannstraße is a main road with constant traffic (cars, buses, trams) from early morning until late at night. Also, Kreuzberg has active street life — expect bars and restaurants in surrounding streets, but the hotel's immediate block is more commercial.
Which rooms have the best views at Three Little Pigs?
Upper-floor rooms facing the inner courtyard offer a quiet outlook with some greenery; street-facing rooms see the busy Stresemannstraße with views of the old Tempelhof Airport area in the distance.
What are insider tips for staying at Three Little Pigs?
1. If arriving by car, ask the hotel about nearby parking garages — Stresemannstraße has restricted on-street parking (paid zones). 2. Request a room on a higher floor (3+) at booking; the lift may be small, so early check-in helps avoid queues.
What time is check-in at Three Little Pigs?
Check-in at Three Little Pigs is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Three Little Pigs have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, password provided at check-in. Speed ~30 Mbps down (sufficient for streaming). No login portal, but requires nightly re-entry on the browser page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Three Little Pigs?
Berlin city tax: €5.00 per person per night (mandatory, applies to all guests 18+; business travellers exempt on written declaration)
Where can I eat cheaply near Three Little Pigs?
Döner kebab or falafel sandwich from a street stand — about €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Three Little Pigs?
Day pass (Tagesticket) for Berlin AB zones costs about €9.90. From BER airport, take the S-Bahn (S9) to your area; a single ticket AB+C is about €4.40 or a day pass €12.60.
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
May, June, September — warm but not oppressive, long daylight hours, and outdoor beer gardens in full swing. Crowds are moderate, and flights/accommodation are cheaper than in peak summer.
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.