Circus Hostels Weinbergsweg and Rosa-LuxemburgstrasseEditor's Pick

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If Mitte’s long-running Circus Hostel had a tagline, it would be: "budget-friendly and stylish aren’t strange bedfellows." Hard to miss on its Weinsbergweg and Rosenthaler Platz corner, the bright red lodging offers dorms, private rooms, and apartments. The hostel’s with-it vibe has been drawing the cool kids in town since it opened in 2001—despite increasing competition from newer accommodations (including its own sister hotel across the street, the Circus Hotel).

Hallways painted in shades of red, green, and blue set the stage for dorms and apartments that are colorful, but not garishly so. Dorm rooms offer between three and eight beds, single or metal bunk-style. Red reading lights affixed to bright walls add punch. Some beds come with shelving units that keep the messy hostel look at bay. Private rooms are equally neat-nick oriented with a wall-mounted hanger unit. Small private apartments, all of which have balconies, offer yet another interpretation of well-designed comfort, with rattan beds and small kitchens with an eat-in area face windows with expansive views of Mitte.

The hostel’s hang-out areas are small but appealing. A small lounge and check-in area have a vintage-y feel thanks to clubby leather couches, glass light fixtures, and bold, 1930s-style signs. The lobby also boasts Internet terminals and a mini-library.

The Circus Hostel's café-bar provides refreshments morning, noon, and night. After hours, you can meet fellow guests in the retro-trashy Goldman’s Bar in the basement. Sure, there are cooler places to grab a drink, but we know for a fact that you won’t find a shrine to The Hof—yep, that’s right, David Hasselhof—anywhere else.

As a Circus Hostel guest, you can take advantage of services and amenities offered by the Circus Hotel across the street. Even if you’re not into renting a Segway, you might just be lured into soccer tickets or laptop rental.

» Susan Buzzelli

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor and is recommended based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.