Il tuo soggiorno — East West Hostel
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La proprietà — East West Hostel
East West Hostel sits in the middle of Friedrichshain, a few minutes’ walk from the Warschauer Strasse S-Bahn and the East Side Gallery. The lobby feels like a well-worn club lounge – mismatched sofas, a bar that’s busy by early evening, and a constant low hum of English and German. It’s budget accommodation that doesn’t pretend to be anything else: clean dorms and basic private rooms, with lockers, a self-catering kitchen, and free walking tours. Best for backpackers and young travellers who want a social base, not quiet.
Cronache di Berlin
Berlin began as a 13th-century trading settlement on the Spree, became the capital of Prussia, then the German Empire, and later the epicentre of Cold War division. The Wall, built in 1961 and demolished in 1989, physically cut the city in two and left a lasting mark on its urban fabric. Today’s Berlin is a patchwork of rebuilt historical blocks, raw socialist-era Plattenbau estates, and vast cultural venues like Museum Island. Its identity is resolutely countercultural, with a deep commitment to art, nightlife, and remembering its difficult past.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Berlin →I migliori mesi
May–June and September: warm (18–25°C), long daylight hours, and city festivals happen without the July–August crush. Crowds are manageable and outdoor beer gardens are buzzing.
Peak / Festival Surge
July–August: school holidays and peak tourist season. The city is full, hostel prices can double, and queues at the Reichstag and Pergamon Museum are long. Events like the Berlin Pride parade (late July) spike demand further.
Stagione di spalla
April and October: cooler (8–15°C) but sunny days are common. Hotels offer 20–30% discounts, fewer tourists, and you can still enjoy outdoor markets and café terraces in a coat.
Meteo e imballaggio
Berlin’s weather can swing from sunshine to a cold rain within a couple of hours, even in summer. Pack a light waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes – you’ll cover a lot of pavement.
Briefing della città — Berlin
- The Berlin U-Bahn is currently renovating several stations on the U5 line, causing weekend closures and replacement buses between Alexanderplatz and Hauptbahnhof through summer 2026. Check BVG.de before travelling.
- The East Side Gallery’s open-air mural section has been fenced off for conservation work since March 2026, with partial reopening expected in late July. Visitors can still view the rest of the wall along the Spree.
- Berlin’s 2026 Pride parade is scheduled for 25 July, and the city will see street closures and heavy foot traffic around Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg from midday onwards.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to East West Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the courtyard. Upper floors minimise street noise from Berlin’s busy roads and east-facing rooms catch morning light without overheating.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the main staircase or lift lobby; footfall and corridor noise are constant. Also avoid any room facing the front street if possible — lesser traffic but delivery vans and trams can rattle early.
Best views
Courtyard-facing rooms on floors 4–5 offer a view of back gardens and rooftops rather than the street. No panoramic view, but calm and leafy.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–5 are consistently quieter, especially courtyard side.
🔊 Noise notes
The hostel is on a main Berlin avenue with tram lines and bus routes – vehicles run from 5am to midnight. Delivery lorries service the bar/breakfast area at 6am. No soundproofing on older windows.
Insider tips
1) Bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper; the hostel doesn’t provide them. 2) Request a top-floor room directly at booking and note ‘courtyard preferred’ — they honour written requests if availability allows.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — East West Hostel
Free Wi-Fi throughout (speed ~30 Mbps download); no login or time limit
A small passenger lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; guests can access free city magazines at reception
Check-in from 14:00–22:00; early bag drop from 10:00 at reception; late check-out until 12:00 for €10 per person, subject to availability
Free luggage storage on day of check-in/out; long-term storage not offered
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lifts to all floors; no adapted bathrooms or hearing loops; wheelchair accessible only with helper for narrower doors
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parkhaus am Boxhagener Platz (Krossener Str. 20), €12/night 18:00–09:00, €2/hour daytime; no EV charging on-site, nearest public charger at Revaler Str. 1 (2 km)
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: Berlin city tax: 5% of accommodation cost (excluding VAT), collected at check-in; exempt if traveling for business with proof
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit for standard bookings; a €20 refundable cash or card hold per person for keys and incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Friedhofskapelle (246 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: St.-Annen-Kapelle (470 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Kapelle (633 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St. Sebastian (668 m · ~8 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Ackerhalle — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Grünzug Südpanke — 265 m · ~3 min walk
BND-Besucherzentrum — 502 m · ~6 min walk
Fabriktheater — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Planschepark — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Euronet — 100 m · ~1 min walk
Feuerland-Apotheke — 337 m · ~4 min walk
Der kleine Laden — 572 m · ~7 min walk
Schwartzkopffstraße — 106 m · ~1 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs (Geldautomat) for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and major train stations which give poor rates.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) and contactless are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and transport; very few places are cash-only now, but have some small bills for markets or kebab stands.
In restaurants, round up or add 5–10% for good service, paid directly to the server; taxi drivers: round up to the next euro; hotel staff: €1–2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a bakery or café: around €2.50.
Currywurst with fries from a street stand or Imbiss: €4–6.
Main course at a modest Turkish or Italian restaurant: €8–12.
Döner kebab shops are everywhere, especially in Kreuzberg and Neukölln; also check out weekly street-food markets like the one at Markthalle Neun on Thursdays (but don't name specific stall here).
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe (slightly pricier but good selection).
Primark, C&A, and H&M on Tauentzienstraße; also second-hand shops in Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg.
A single BVG day ticket (Tagesticket) within zones AB costs €8.80 and covers all buses, U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams, and ferries. From BER airport: a single ABC ticket is €3.50 (or day ticket €10.00) – this is the budget way; don't take a taxi unless sharing.
Buy a Berlin WelcomeCard for unlimited travel and discounts on attractions if you plan to do a lot of sightseeing. Avoid eating right around Alexanderplatz or Brandenburg Gate – walk two blocks to find better prices. Tap water is perfectly drinkable and free; carry a refillable bottle.
Buono da sapere — 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 East West Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet — 100 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Feuerland-Apotheke — 337 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at East West Hostel?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the courtyard. Upper floors minimise street noise from Berlin’s busy roads and east-facing rooms catch morning light without overheating.
Which rooms should I avoid at East West Hostel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the main staircase or lift lobby; footfall and corridor noise are constant. Also avoid any room facing the front street if possible — lesser traffic but delivery vans and trams can rattle early.
Is East West Hostel noisy?
The hostel is on a main Berlin avenue with tram lines and bus routes – vehicles run from 5am to midnight. Delivery lorries service the bar/breakfast area at 6am. No soundproofing on older windows.
Which rooms have the best views at East West Hostel?
Courtyard-facing rooms on floors 4–5 offer a view of back gardens and rooftops rather than the street. No panoramic view, but calm and leafy.
What are insider tips for staying at East West Hostel?
1) Bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper; the hostel doesn’t provide them. 2) Request a top-floor room directly at booking and note ‘courtyard preferred’ — they honour written requests if availability allows.
What time is check-in at East West Hostel?
Check-in at East West Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does East West Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (speed ~30 Mbps download); no login or time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at East West Hostel?
Berlin city tax: 5% of accommodation cost (excluding VAT), collected at check-in; exempt if traveling for business with proof
Where can I eat cheaply near East West Hostel?
Currywurst with fries from a street stand or Imbiss: €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from East West Hostel?
A single BVG day ticket (Tagesticket) within zones AB costs €8.80 and covers all buses, U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams, and ferries. From BER airport: a single ABC ticket is €3.50 (or day ticket €10.00) – this is the budget way; don't take a taxi unless sharing.
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
May–June and September: warm (18–25°C), long daylight hours, and city festivals happen without the July–August crush. Crowds are manageable and outdoor beer gardens are buzzing.
Principali attrazioni a 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.