🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany

The Yard

📍 125, Alexandrinenstraße, Berlin, 10969

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財産 — The Yard

The Yard is a laid-back, 3-star hotel in the heart of Kreuzberg, Berlin's vibrant arts and culture district. Its industrial-chic aesthetic, with exposed brick walls and reclaimed wood, reflects the area's creative vibe. The hotel's USP lies in its compact, no-frills approach to accommodation, making it an ideal choice for independent travellers and creatives. As you step into the lobby, you're greeted by a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a friendly staff who know the city like the back of their hand.

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Berlinの歴史

Berlin, founded in 1237 as the trading post of Cölln, evolved into a major hub during the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods. The city's architectural landscape was shaped by the Prussian era, with grand boulevards and monumental buildings like the Brandenburg Gate. Today, Berlin is a melting pot of cultures, with a thriving arts scene, a vibrant LGBTQ+ community, and a rich history that's still palpable in its streets and landmarks. The city's contemporary identity is characterised by its eclectic mix of old and new, from the remnants of the Berlin Wall to the sleek, modern architecture of the Potsdamer Platz.

訪れるのに最適な時間

Berlin完全ガイド →

最高の月

June and July are ideal months to visit Berlin, with warm weather (average highs of 23°C/73°F) and manageable crowds. The summer solstice marks the beginning of the city's festival season, with events like the Berlin Music Festival and the Berlin Summer Festival drawing large crowds.

ピーク/フェスティバル Surge

August is Berlin's peak tourist month, with prices for accommodations and tourist attractions increasing significantly. The city hosts several large festivals, including the Berlinale film festival and the Berlin Pride parade, which drive up demand and prices.

予算肩の季節

April and May are great shoulder months for budget-conscious travellers, with mild weather (average highs of 18-20°C/64-68°F) and fewer crowds. You can find discounts on accommodations and tourist attractions, making it an excellent time to explore the city's museums, galleries, and cultural institutions.

天気&パッケージ

Berlin's climate is notoriously unpredictable, with sudden rain showers even in the summer. Pack layers for your trip, including a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes for exploring the city's many streets and attractions.

LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Berlin

  • The Berlin S-Bahn (city rail) has introduced a new ticketing system, making it easier for visitors to navigate the city's public transport network.
  • The Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has undergone a major renovation and is now open to visitors, offering a unique glimpse into the city's rich cultural history.
  • The city's famous Christmas markets will return in December, with new stalls and attractions added to the traditional favorites, offering a festive atmosphere and a chance to try local delicacies.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to The Yard, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (above 5th floor) to minimize potential street noise from Alexandrinenstraße, a relatively busy street in the Kreuzberg neighborhood.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be noisier due to street traffic and the proximity to the hotel's entrance.

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Best views

Unfortunately, the hotel's address doesn't suggest any spectacular views, but rooms on the higher floors may offer a glimpse of the city skyline.

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Quietest floors

The 6th floor and above are likely to be quieter, given the hotel's layout and the typical noise levels in this part of Berlin.

🔊 Noise notes

Be prepared for some street noise, especially if you're a light sleeper. The hotel's location in Kreuzberg means you're close to public transportation and amenities, but may also be exposed to some evening noise from bars and clubs in the area.

Insider tips

1. If you're driving, be aware that parking options are limited in the area, so consider using public transportation or a parking garage nearby. 2. The hotel's lift is relatively small, so try to avoid peak hours or plan your elevator rides accordingly.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

ホテル施設 — The Yard

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Wi-Fi

free 'Basic' tier (up to 500 MB/day), €5.00 for 'Premium' tier (up to 5 GB/day), login via room key card

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Lift / Elevator

serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections

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Media & Newspapers

complimentary PressReader access, no physical papers, original 19th-century façade

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Check-in / Check-out

16:00 - 22:00, early bag-drop not available, late check-out until 12:00 for €20.00

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Baggage Storage

available 24/7 for €5.00 per piece

Accessibility

step-free access, wheelchair entries, some rooms adapted, historic building limitations on elevator capacity

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Parking

on-site parking €25.00 per night, nearest public car park 'Parkhaus Friedrichstraße' €3.00 per hour, EV charging available on request

税金、税金、預金

City / tourist tax: €3.00 per night/person

Deposit & card hold: €50.00 advance deposit + €100.00 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary 近く

  • Mosque: Inssan-Moschee (184 m · ~2 min walk)
  • Church: St. Jacobi-Kirche (952 m · ~12 min walk)
  • Church: Kirchhof Jerusalem und Neue Kirche I, II und III (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
  • Church: Neuapostolische Kirche (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)

地元のライフスタイル&レクリエーション

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Shopping

Quartier 206 — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk

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Walking & Running

Böcklerpark — 976 m · ~12 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Berlinische Galerie — 716 m · ~9 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Tiyatrom — 690 m · ~9 min walk

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Kids & Family

KIPA — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk

5分間のRadio Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 579 m · ~7 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Mehringplatz Apotheke Berlin — 762 m · ~10 min walk

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Convenience Store

Back & Tabak Shop — 190 m · ~2 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Prinzenstraße — 542 m · ~7 min walk

お金 & 通貨

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

ATMs at banks offer fair rates; avoid currency exchange bureaus at airports and tourist-heavy spots like Zoo station, as they give poor rates and high fees.

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Cards & contactless

Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay work in most shops, supermarkets, and restaurants. Some small cafes and kiosks are cash-only, so carry €20–€50 in cash.

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Tipping etiquette

Round up the bill in restaurants (e.g., €27 becomes €30) or leave 5–10% for good service — say 'stimmt so' (keep the change). Tip taxi drivers 5–10%; hotel porters €1–2 per bag.

食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算

Cheap car hire →
Cheap coffee

Filter coffee or espresso at a corner bakery or kiosk — around €2.50–€3.

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Best-value lunch

A döner kebab or falafel wrap from Turkish takeaways — about €5–€7.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a neighbourhood Italian or Balkan grill — €10–€14.

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Street food & cheap eats

Turkish and Middle Eastern snack bars along Sonnenallee and Karl-Marx-Straße; also currywurst stands near U-Bahn stations.

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Budget groceries

Aldi, Lidl, Netto — all common in the area, with basic staples cheap.

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Affordable clothes

Kaufhof or mall chains like Primark at Ring-Center Neukölln; second-hand shops around Schillerpromenade.

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Cheapest way around

A single-trip BVG ticket (€3.50) covers bus, U-Bahn, tram — but the cheapest option is the 24-hour day pass (€9.50 for zones AB). From BER airport, take the S-Bahn (S9 or S45) for €3.50, not the expensive express trains.

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Money-saving tips

Buy a week-long BVG ticket (€41.50) if staying 3+ days for inner-city travel. Eat at lunch menus (Mittagstisch) at German pubs — often €7–€9 for a hot meal. Avoid taxis; use the BVG app or Lime scooters for short hops.

知るのがいい — Berlin

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Plugs & power

Type C/F · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Berlin
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Police
110
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Ambulance / Medical
112
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Fire Department
112

Both 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

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Beast Berlin steak_house
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Aapka indian
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Der Alte Fritz german
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Carambar Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Matzbach Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Segafredo coffee_shop
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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en passant Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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I Due Forni italian
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Berlin, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at The Yard

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 579 m · ~7 min walkpharmacy · Mehringplatz Apotheke Berlin — 762 m · ~10 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

回り回る

Find train tickets →
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Airport Express (FEX) + Metro (U5) €12.80

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) → Sly Berlin Hotel (Friedrichshain)

55 min · Every 20-30 mins · 05:37-23:37 daily

💡 Most budget-friendly option; buy Berlin WelcomeCard for unlimited metro/bus/tram access for 48-72 hours; FEX arrives at Ostbahnhof station near hotel

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U-Bahn Line U5 (Local Transit) €2.80 per trip

Friedrichshain District → Sly Berlin Hotel area

5 min · Every 3-5 mins (peak), every 10 mins (off-peak) · 04:30-00:30 (weekdays), 24hrs (Fri-Sat nights)

💡 U5 runs directly through Friedrichshain; buy 7-day pass (€36.50) for unlimited local travel; nighttime network robust on weekends

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Berlin Airport Taxi Transfer €45-60

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) → Sly Berlin Hotel (Friedrichshain)

35 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Book in advance via hotel concierge for guaranteed rates; avoid peak hours (7-9am, 5-7pm) for faster journeys

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BVG Airport Bus X7 + Local Transit €7.80

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) → Sly Berlin Hotel (Friedrichshain)

90 min · Every 15-20 mins · 04:15-23:45 daily

💡 Cheapest option; X7 connects to local tram lines; scenic route through Berlin; best for travelers without luggage

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よくある質問

What are the best rooms at The Yard?

Request a room on a higher floor (above 5th floor) to minimize potential street noise from Alexandrinenstraße, a relatively busy street in the Kreuzberg neighborhood.

Which rooms should I avoid at The Yard?

Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be noisier due to street traffic and the proximity to the hotel's entrance.

Is The Yard noisy?

Be prepared for some street noise, especially if you're a light sleeper. The hotel's location in Kreuzberg means you're close to public transportation and amenities, but may also be exposed to some evening noise from bars and clubs in the area.

Which rooms have the best views at The Yard?

Unfortunately, the hotel's address doesn't suggest any spectacular views, but rooms on the higher floors may offer a glimpse of the city skyline.

What are insider tips for staying at The Yard?

1. If you're driving, be aware that parking options are limited in the area, so consider using public transportation or a parking garage nearby. 2. The hotel's lift is relatively small, so try to avoid peak hours or plan your elevator rides accordingly.

What time is check-in at The Yard?

Check-in at The Yard is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does The Yard have Wi-Fi?

free 'Basic' tier (up to 500 MB/day), €5.00 for 'Premium' tier (up to 5 GB/day), login via room key card

Is there a city or tourist tax at The Yard?

€3.00 per night/person

Where can I eat cheaply near The Yard?

A döner kebab or falafel wrap from Turkish takeaways — about €5–€7.

What is the cheapest way to get around from The Yard?

A single-trip BVG ticket (€3.50) covers bus, U-Bahn, tram — but the cheapest option is the 24-hour day pass (€9.50 for zones AB). From BER airport, take the S-Bahn (S9 or S45) for €3.50, not the expensive express trains.

When is the best time to visit Berlin?

June and July are ideal months to visit Berlin, with warm weather (average highs of 23°C/73°F) and manageable crowds. The summer solstice marks the beginning of the city's festival season, with events like the Berlin Music Festival and the Berlin Summer Festival drawing large crowds.

Berlinのトップ観光スポット

Reichstag Building Dome Free

💡 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.

East Side Gallery Free

💡 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.

Berlin Wall Memorial & Documentation Centre Free

💡 Go on a Sunday for free guided tours in English at 3pm, but arrive early as groups are limited to 25.

Tempelhofer Feld Free

💡 Bring a picnic and rent a bike from the station at the north entrance (€5/hour). The south end is quieter for sunbathing.

Museum Island – Pergamon Museum (Low-Cost)

💡 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.

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How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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