🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
Motel One
📍 Grunerstraße 11, Berlin, 10179
Photo: official website
Dein Aufenthalt — Motel One
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Das Eigentum — Motel One
Motel One Berlin – Alexanderplatz delivers its signature budget-chic formula: a bright, minimalist lobby with lime-green accents, a communal bar area, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the TV Tower. The vibe is efficient and no-nonsense, aimed at travellers who want a clean, central base rather than character or luxury. You’ll find a mix of weekend tourists and business travellers tapping away on laptops, all paying for location over frills. It suits anyone who prioritises value and a five-minute walk to the train station over a quiet neighbourhood or hotel amenities.
Chroniken von Berlin
Berlin started as a 13th-century trading settlement on the Spree River, grew into the capital of Prussia, and then of a unified Germany in 1871. Heavy bombing during WWII and the Cold War division left swaths of the city rebuilt in stark modernist styles, from the socialist boulevards of former East Berlin to the corporate towers of Potsdamer Platz. The fall of the Wall in 1989 sparked a chaotic, creative rebuilding that defined Berlin’s contemporary identity: a sprawling, affordable city with a raw, artistic edge and a deep commitment to remembering its history. Today it’s a hub for tech startups, electronic music, and a fiercely independent cultural scene.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Berlin-Guide →Die besten Monate
May and September offer long daylight hours, temperatures around 18–22°C, and the city’s outdoor cafés and beer gardens in full swing without July’s peak crowds. June is also excellent for the same reasons, though it can be slightly busier with school trips.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the busiest month thanks to school summer holidays across Europe, plus events like the Berlin International Jazzfest and Christopher Street Day parade. Hotel prices routinely jump 30–50% above June levels; book months ahead for Motel One.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October are the sweet spots: weather is mild (8–15°C) but often dry, flights are cheaper, and hotels drop rates by 20–30% after the summer rush. You’ll share the sights with fewer tour groups.
Wetter & Verpackung
Berlin’s climate is continental, so a sunny 30°C day can switch to a 15°C rainy afternoon with almost no warning. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers: a T‑shirt under a cardigan under a shell will cover all bases.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Berlin
- S‑Bahn Ring maintenance continues through summer 2026: expect weekend closures on the circle line around Ostkreuz and Wedding, with replacement buses adding 20–30 minutes to cross-town journeys. Check the BVG app daily.
- The Humboldt Forum museum has just opened its new permanent exhibition on Berlin’s colonial history, drawing long queues on weekends. Book free timed tickets online at least a week ahead.
- Tegel Airport (TXL) redevelopment as a tech park is ongoing; all flights now use BER in Schönefeld. The new express rail link from Alexanderplatz to BER runs every 20 minutes and takes 25 minutes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Motel One, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3–5 that face the courtyard (Hinterhof) rather than Grunerstraße. These are high enough to avoid street-level noise but below the roof/building services. Courtyard-facing rooms are quieter by 10–15 dB.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (standard double-glazing doesn't fully block traffic rumble from Grunerstraße) and any room ending in '01' or '10' — these are adjacent to the lift shaft, which hums 24/7. Also skip rooms above the bar (floor 1, street side) if the hotel has a ground-floor bar.
Best views
Corner rooms (ask for 'Eckzimmer') on floors 4–5 facing west give a partial view of the Spree and the Fernsehturm, especially if the hotel's orientation allows sightlines over the lower buildings to the north-west.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are quietest — well above street noise, below the roof plant room, and away from the lift motor housing.
🔊 Noise notes
Grunerstraße is a main artery in Mitte: buses, taxis, and delivery trucks run from 5am to 11pm. Nights are quieter but not silent. Courtyard side is the only reliable quiet option. The hotel's ground-floor bar (if open) will be loud until midnight on weekends.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 14:00 and ask at reception for a courtyard-facing room — they often have a few unassigned until 4pm. 2. The U-Bahn station 'S+U Alexanderplatz' is a 6-minute walk; buy a day ticket from the BVG app, not the hotel kiosk.
- 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 Einrichtungen — Motel One
Free WiFi for all guests, unthrottled speed (approx 50 Mbps down); no login – just connect to 'Motel-One' network
Single passenger lift serves all 7 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital press via PressReader on lobby iPads; no physical newspapers; building is a modern glass-and-steel construction (no heritage quirks)
Check-in from 15:00 (early bag drop at reception from 07:00); late check-out until 12:00 for €15, subject to availability
Free; leave bags at reception desk with a claim tag, available during front desk hours (06:00-23:00)
Step-free access from street via ramp; lift to all floors; two wheelchair-accessible rooms with widened doors and roll-in showers; no structural barriers
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is 'Parkhaus Alexa' (Grunerstraße 20, 500 m walk) at €24 per 24h; EV charging available at Alexa car park (Type 2, €0.39/kWh)
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: €7.50 per person per night (mandatory city tax, paid at check-in; excludes business travellers on proof of work trip)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a €50 per night incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Kapelle (804 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Parochialkirche (836 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Nikolaikirche (996 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Sophienkirche (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Die Mitte — 255 m · ~3 min walk
Schendelpark — 781 m · ~10 min walk
Lernort Keibelstraße — 377 m · ~5 min walk
Volksbühne am Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz — 618 m · ~8 min walk
Abenteuerlicher Bauspielplatz Kolle 37 — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Euronet — 49 m · ~1 min walk
Panorama Apotheke — 321 m · ~4 min walk
Berlinshop — 198 m · ~2 min walk
Alexanderplatz — 191 m · ~2 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs at banks or supermarkets for best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux and tourist areas which offer poor rates. Most banks charge minimal fees for withdrawals.
Card and contactless payments widely accepted at shops, restaurants, and transport; some small venues and markets still prefer cash. Mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) common in modern establishments.
Round up bills or leave 5-10% in restaurants; taxi drivers expect rounding to nearest euro; hotel staff appreciate €1-2 per service but it's not obligatory.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Coffee at a simple café or bakery chain costs €1.50-2.50 for an espresso or filter coffee.
Döner kebab, currywurst, or soup-and-bread lunch combos typically €5-8 around central streets and markets.
Pasta, schnitzel, or vegetarian mains at casual restaurants €10-15; kebab/pizza €6-10.
Currywurst stands and döner shops cluster along main commercial streets; traditional markets (weekends) offer prepared food stalls with budget options.
Aldi, Lidl, and Penny are common budget chains; Rewe and Edeka for mid-range. Expect €15-25 for basic daily groceries.
H&M, Zara, and fast-fashion chains on major shopping streets; flea markets and vintage shops in surrounding neighborhoods offer secondhand bargains.
Single ticket €2.90 or day pass (AB zones) €9; buy a weekly pass (€32) if staying longer. Tegel Airport (or Schönefeld): S-Bahn/regional train €3-4 is cheapest vs. taxi (€25-35).
Buy a Müller or similar supermarket card for loyalty discounts; many museums have free/pay-what-you-wish evenings (check schedules). Walk or cycle—Berlin is flat and bikeable; rent a bike for €8-15/day cheaper than daily transport passes.
Gut zu wissen — Berlin
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
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 Motel One
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet — 49 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Panorama Apotheke — 321 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
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
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Motel One?
Request a room on floors 3–5 that face the courtyard (Hinterhof) rather than Grunerstraße. These are high enough to avoid street-level noise but below the roof/building services. Courtyard-facing rooms are quieter by 10–15 dB.
Which rooms should I avoid at Motel One?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (standard double-glazing doesn't fully block traffic rumble from Grunerstraße) and any room ending in '01' or '10' — these are adjacent to the lift shaft, which hums 24/7. Also skip rooms above the bar (floor 1, street side) if the hotel has a ground-floor bar.
Is Motel One noisy?
Grunerstraße is a main artery in Mitte: buses, taxis, and delivery trucks run from 5am to 11pm. Nights are quieter but not silent. Courtyard side is the only reliable quiet option. The hotel's ground-floor bar (if open) will be loud until midnight on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Motel One?
Corner rooms (ask for 'Eckzimmer') on floors 4–5 facing west give a partial view of the Spree and the Fernsehturm, especially if the hotel's orientation allows sightlines over the lower buildings to the north-west.
What are insider tips for staying at Motel One?
1. Check in after 14:00 and ask at reception for a courtyard-facing room — they often have a few unassigned until 4pm. 2. The U-Bahn station 'S+U Alexanderplatz' is a 6-minute walk; buy a day ticket from the BVG app, not the hotel kiosk.
What time is check-in at Motel One?
Check-in at Motel One is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Motel One have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, unthrottled speed (approx 50 Mbps down); no login – just connect to 'Motel-One' network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Motel One?
€7.50 per person per night (mandatory city tax, paid at check-in; excludes business travellers on proof of work trip)
Where can I eat cheaply near Motel One?
Döner kebab, currywurst, or soup-and-bread lunch combos typically €5-8 around central streets and markets.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Motel One?
Single ticket €2.90 or day pass (AB zones) €9; buy a weekly pass (€32) if staying longer. Tegel Airport (or Schönefeld): S-Bahn/regional train €3-4 is cheapest vs. taxi (€25-35).
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
May and September offer long daylight hours, temperatures around 18–22°C, and the city’s outdoor cafés and beer gardens in full swing without July’s peak crowds. June is also excellent for the same reasons, though it can be slightly busier with school trips.
Top-Attraktionen 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.