A Few Words about Berlin Hotels

Berlin is Germany's seat of government and one of Europe's most visited capital cities. Its commercial growth started soon after the 1990 reunification, consolidating Berlin's position as a force in the German economic and touristic arena.

If there is one unquestionable truth about Berlin, this surely is the fact that Berlin simply knows how to take care of its visitors. It is maybe Europe's „most hospitable city”, offering aproximately 659 hotels ranging from 1 to 5 stars, more than enough for all the visitors looking for a nice and quiet accomodation. You don't have to worry about money; in Berlin it is impossible not to find a room suitable for your pocket. On the other hand, if you are a classy costumer, you will discover that the luxury rooms offer is more than satisfying.

Though you can find more hotel rooms in Berlin than New York or London, it would be a great idea not to leave things like booking to the last minute. As a piece of advice, you should get yourself booked as soon as you plan your Berlin vacation. Almost every hotel in Berlin has a website, so you shouldn't have any problems booking from your own living-room.

You will find the greatest concentration of Berlin hotels in the city centre near Kurfürstendamm, western Berlin's main boulevard. Mitte is renowned for being the main area for business or luxury hotels. In East Berlin you will find a nice collection of first-class hotels, especially around the historic centre.

Berlin is simply a city that never sleeps. It has an incredible and diverse nightlife based on the idea that 24-hour entertainment is everything that counts. Believe it or not, Berlin has more bars and cafes than any other European city. What is even more important is the fact that in Berlin you could be either a billionare or even a modest tourist and still be able to have a great time. In Berlin people are tied together by live concerts, beer festivals and last but not least, the truly authentic Berlin cuisine. It is known that the influx of immigrants had also a big influence; streets are full of falafel stalls, kebab restaurants and shawarma stands.

An important thing to know is that every hotel in Berlin offers you a wonderful and civilised Frühstück (breakfast). Available in a German buffet style menu, the traditional Frühstück features sausages, schnitzel, cheese, ham, eggs, fresh rolls, juice, milk or cereals. Seems like the term „all you can eat” was created especially to describe a Berliner Frühstück.

Another thing that you, as a tourist, should be acquainted with is the fact that, in Berlin, service charges are usually added to hotel or restaurant bills. In other words, this makes tipping unnecessary. Though, there are some small cafes and bars that don't respect this custom, so, as a piece of advice, it would be ok if you simply round up the bill to the nearest euro.

So what are you waiting for? Start packing your bags and don't forget to book a room at a nice hotel. Enjoy your vacation in the beautiful capital of Germany.