Hotel Pension ColumbusEditor's Pick

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Pension Columbus is one of our favorite Charlottenburg "discoveries." (Sorry, we couldn’t resist.) Located on the third floor of a grand 19th-century apartment building near Kurfürstendamm, the sunny spot owes its warmth to lots of yellow paint and the charming owners, Chris and Klaus König.

The pension’s 19 rooms vary considerably in style, shape, and size. Some are kitted out with antiques and traces of original stucco on the ceiling, while others feature modern wood beds and wicker chairs with print fabric cushions. The family room we checked out is huge: It includes an antique wooden bed, a sleeper couch, a desk, a small table and chairs, an en suite bathroom, and an adjoining room with two single beds.

In contrast, a narrow twin with two single beds pushed up against the wall, had just enough wiggle room for a shiny wooden armoire, a table and chairs, and two guests. The décor throughout, including drawings by the Königs' two sons, reflect the family’s sunny demeanor. Particularly cute is the red “shingle” roof above the doorway to one of the spotlessly clean shared bathrooms. A selection of apples from the Königs' garden is a tasteful touch in the guestrooms.

The comfortably cluttered breakfast room is a great place to mix and mingle before embarking on a Berlin adventure. The building itself is quite a sight–the richly frescoed and stuccoed hallways with white and black checked floors reflect Charlottenburg’s regal past.

» 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.