Old Town Hostel Berlin

Hostel in Berlin, near Alexanderplatz

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Front of property
Property amenity
Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Pappelallee 21, Berlin, 10437
  • Max-Schmeling-Halle
    12 min walk
  • Berlin Wall Memorial
    3 min drive
  • Hackescher Markt
    6 min drive
  • Berlin (BER-Brandenburg)
    60 min drive

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Room options

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 108 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Berlin

Located in Prenzlauer Berg within 2 miles (3 km) of Alexanderplatz, Old Town Hostel Berlin is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Brandenburg Gate. This 25-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, an arcade/game room, and a library.

What's nearby

  • Berlin Wall Memorial - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Hackescher Markt - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Berlin TV Tower - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Alexanderplatz - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Brandenburg Gate - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Raumerstraße Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Schönhauser Allee Station - 11 min walk
  • Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mido Fuji Prenzlauer Berg Inh. Nguyen Thi Nhan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Frieda - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Butter - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dr. Maury - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Takumi NINE - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Old Town Hostel Berlin

Hostel in Berlin, near Alexanderplatz
Guests of Old Town Hostel Berlin enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a library. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a reception hall.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hostel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Old Town Hostel Berlin
Old Town Berlin
Old Town Hostel Berlin Berlin
Old Town Hostel Berlin Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Old Town Hostel Berlin Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Berlin

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Old Town Hostel Berlin?

Old Town Hostel Berlin offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Old Town Hostel Berlin?

This hostel is situated in Prenzlauer Berg within a short 12-minute walk of Max-Schmeling-Halle and also 9 minutes on foot from Schonhauser Allee Arkaden. You'll also find Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg Gate within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Old Town Hostel Berlin?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Old Town Hostel Berlin feature a casino?

No, Old Town Hostel Berlin doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Old Town Hostel Berlin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Old Town Hostel Berlin?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Old Town Hostel Berlin feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Old Town Hostel Berlin doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Old Town Hostel Berlin allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Old Town Hostel Berlin.

Does Old Town Hostel Berlin have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How far is the airport from Old Town Hostel Berlin?

The closest major airport to Old Town Hostel Berlin is Berlin (BER-Brandenburg), which is 17.5 mi away (60 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Old Town Hostel Berlin?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Old Town Hostel Berlin.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 152 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for short or long stay. Never have to wait for bathroom or shower. Well equipped kitchen with designated fridge space for each room. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a relaxing stay at this hotel and would book here again in a heart beat :). Great customer service in a perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Msrgaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Free coffee
Older building, noisy area. Room was quite warm. The kitchen area was quite adequate and provided coffee and tea a big plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hostel, worth going
Very nice hostel to stay, very spacious private rooms, nice dining room but the kitchen is small if you want to cook something. Amazing staff and everything was clean, very smooth checkin
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

My Anh

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price was way too high for how dirty and old it was. The place was extremely smelly and underconstruction. Our hotel staff gave us a room that was not cleaned and still has previous guest's trash in it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was nice and the property was clean. I thought the bathrooms were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location v close to the center. Easy to get to public transport. Rooms were a good size and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice base for operations during the holiday, very basic but this is to be expected in a hostel, after all, it is not a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
family visit
I did not like the screeching floorboards. All bathrooms were renovated. Great! The place is very clean. I would stay there again, but on my own.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Hedda

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit
Good hostel for a solo stay. Clean, inexpensive, near public transport. I choose this because it is close to where my family lives.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Murat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steinþór

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice 4 days autumn stay in happy Berlin
The stay was very comfortable and without hassle.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hostel
The rooms and bathrooms are clean . The only thing, that spills the tea is the kitchen, which closes at 10 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family visit
I like it there. I visit my family on a regular basis. They live close by. This hostel is ideal. Affordable, super clean, friendly and simple
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Slava, Wroclaw

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was clean, convenient location, the only thing missing is parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
outside doesnt look inviting but inside its lovely really friendly staff lovely room some showers are great some didnt have hot water
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Cosy place, friendly staff, super close to subway, bus and tram stations, and all tourist attractions are just a ride away! Cons: creaky floors. Light sleepers should pack ear plugs Would definitely recommend this place!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay!!
Nice hostel!! Bathrooms close to rooms which was good. Very close to the train station and only a few stops away from the main square. Staff friendly. Only given one towel for a 4 night stay and room also very hot at night and in the morning (only given one small fan)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and great location. The neighborhood had so much to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019