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20 Best Hotels in Berlin’s Gay Village

The tradional gay area of Berlin is Schöneberg. This contains various gay bars, clubs, shops, cafes, and cruising spots. Most of the popular gay hotels in Berlin are in this area. Some of these are just gay-friendly, others are gay hetero-friendly brands, and some are just for gay men.

Many of Berlin’s gay bar and cruise clubs are concentrated in the city’s gay village, Schöneberg, however many of the biggest gay nightclubs are in East Berlin, Friedrichshain, so check out all the options below. There is more to gay Berlin than just Schöneberg.

All accommodation in Berlin is gay-friendly, but there are a few specific gay locations to keep an eye out for. The hotels listed below are all located in popular parts of the city for gay travelers and excel at providing value for money and quality experiences. Most of the hotels in this list have excellent public transport links, so you can also check out the gay bars and clubs in other parts of the city.

Berlin is an extremely tolerant city, with a history of progressive attitudes to gay rights. Berlin famously had its first openly gay mayor in 2001, and civil partnerships between same-sex couples were made legal that year as well.

The three most booked areas for gay hotels in Berlin are:

Schöneberg – The traditional gay area of Berlin is Schöneberg, just south of Tiergarten in West Berlin. This contains various gay bars, clubs, shops, cafes, and cruising spots. Most of the popular gay hotels in Berlin are in this area, including all the ones in this list.

Berlin Mitte is the city centre and as such home to all major tourist attractions, get your camera out for the Brandenburg Gate, Pergamon Museum, Reichstag Neues and Altes Museum. It’s also the best area in the city for shopping. Mitte sits between Berlin’s traditional gay village in the west, Schöneberg, and the up-coming East, Friedrichshain, where many of the biggest nightclub including the Berghain. As such many visitors choose gay-friendly hotels in Mitte to make the most of both parts of the city.

Friedrichshain – East Berlin is the alternative gay Berlin you always imagined. From indie boutiques and hipsters antique markets to Berlin’s infamous techno clubs like the Berghain. For gays looking to party Friedrichshain is a great base for a hotel, walk home from the biggest gay clubs the city has to offer. Lying to the east of Berlin, Friedrichshain is home to club nights – Lab-oratory @ Berghain, Die Busche, Chantals House of Shamem, Suicide Circus and cruise bar Große Freiheit 114.

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♥ Walking distance to most venues in the gay Schöneberg area
♥ Beautifully decorated rooms
♥ Extremely generous hotel breakfast

Hotel Palace Berlin is a famous 5-star hotel just south of Tiergarten and Berlin Zoo. Despite being primarily a business hotel, the location 10 to 15 minutes from most of the gay nightlife in the Schöneberg area makes it an ideal luxury option for gay visitors to Berlin.

The gay-friendly hotel features beautiful modern design throughout, from the decadent golden tones of Beef 45 Restaurant to the elegant simplicity of the rooms. All the rooms are large, beautifully decorated, and supremely comfortable – go for a Club Room to benefit from Club Lounge benefits like extended breakfast, complimentary light lunch, fresh pastries, and more.

The Hotel Palace Berlin Spa has a lovely heated indoor pool, connected to a jacuzzi, as well as extensive sauna facilities including steam room, tepidarium, ice cave, massages, and Ayurvedic treatments. Beef 45 restaurant is a paradise for meat lovers, offering a selection of premium cuts of beef cooked sous-vide, with a limited selection of sides and other dishes. Their breakfast buffet is legendary (albeit a bit pricey), as is their Gin Bar offering over 150 types of gin.

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♥ Gay-favorite hotel brand
♥ Excellent location for exploring gay Berlin
♥ Great fitness and wellness facilities

Axel Hotel Berlin is part of the Axel gay chain of hotels, which aim to provide a stylish “hetero-friendly” urban hotel experience for gay men. This particular location and features a polished and sophisticated approach to design, with black, gold, and red textures overlapping to create a sense of refined contemporary luxury and comfort. Unsurprisingly, Axel Hotel is one of the most booked gay hotels in Berlin.

Of course, since it is a gay hotel in Berlin, Axel Hotel is located in the Schöneberg area. There are two friendly and casual gay bars just around the corner, Dreizehn and RedGold 1, and both WOOF cruise club and Connection Club are just a minute away. The rest of the Schöneberg gay nightlife can be found within a 10-minute radius of the hotel.

Rooms range from singles to the Axel Suite, which can comfortably sleep four people. All of them come with a flat-screen TV, bathrobe, slippers, minibar, and Axel’s own set of Casanova Kit amenities. Some of the rooms come with city views, and the suites have a gorgeous panoramic design due to the curved shape of the building.

Axel Hotels usually pride themselves in their great fitness and wellness facilities, and this one does not disappoint. There is a gym filled with the latest equipment, a sauna, and various treatments available. Don’t miss out on the outdoor jacuzzi, which comes with sweeping city views and an unmissable Insta opportunity.

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♥ Perfect location for Schöneberg gay nightlife
♥ Staff are super friendly and helpful
♥ Lovely garden area for sunny days

Quentin Design Hotel is located in the very center of Berlin’s gayborhood, less than five minutes away from great gay venues like Tramp’s, Hafen, Heile Welt, Mutschmanns, and much more. The hotel is also conveniently close to Nollendorfplatz U-Bahn station, so you can easily get around the rest of the city.

The hotel itself is elegant and simple, with neutral, stylish decor. The beds are comfortable, the showers are invigorating, and all the necessary amenities are covered. The rooms are clean and well-maintained. Overall, the hotel is quite basic but has everything you need for a cozy stay in the very heart of gay Berlin.

One thing that does stand out here is the gorgeous garden patio, with cozy seating and an abundance of green plants. The staff at Quentin Design Hotel are also exceptionally friendly, attentive, and helpful, and are a real plus for the place.

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♥ Gay-favorite hotel brand
♥ Close to gay nightlife, but in a quiet area
♥ Sophisticated and modern rooms

TWO Hotel is Axel’s second location in the city. This gay hotel in Berlin is located (where else?) in Schöneberg, about a 20-minute walk from most of the gay bars, but in a quiet and pleasant residential area. Guntzelstrasse U-Bahn station (Line 9) is just a few feet from the hotel door, making it easy for you to explore all of Berlin. Unsurprisingly, TWO Hotel is one of the most booked gay hotels in Berlin.

Much like Axel Hotels, TWO Hotel has a strong emphasis on design, but with more of a boutique feel. The decor here is both classically refined and contemporary, with lots of gold and leather complemented by strips of mood lighting, modern art, and the latest tech. Some of the suites have their own private terraces. Across the board, you can expect extra-comfy beds, great bathrooms, impeccable cleanliness, and all the amenities you could need.

TWO Hotel knows what gay travelers want, so there is a well-equipped gym to help you stay fit during your time in Berlin. The wellness area includes a sauna, jacuzzi, and massage treatments. The staff are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about all things gay Berlin, so don’t hesitate to ask them for advice during your stay.

TWO Hotel has a 2018 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and is one of the most popular gay hotels in the city.

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♥ Iconic gay hotel in the heart of Schöneberg
♥ Hotel Pass comes with great discounts to gay venues
♥ Clean, comfortable rooms that meet all your basic needs

Tom’s Hotel is a famous gay Berlin hotel, owned by the people behind the iconic Tom’s Bar cruise club (which is two doors down). It is undoubtedly one of the gayest option in Berlin – bang in the middle of Schoneberg, surrounded by gay bars and clubs, and with a clientele and staff team comprised entirely of gay men. That said, it is also a pretty convenient hotel for general Berlin sightseeing, with Nollendorfplatz U-Bahn station just a few minutes away.

Tom’s Hotel provides modern, well-appointed rooms in single and double sizes. Design and luxury are not the focus here, but all rooms come with WiFi, flatscreen TV, DVD player, complimentary water, and fresh fruit. A stay at Tom’s Hotel also comes with a Hotel Pass, which gives you exclusive discounts and deals at many Schöneberg gay shops, bars, and clubs.

There is no in-house breakfast, but the Pass does include a 15% discount at Romeo & Romeo, a coffee shop across the street owned by the same team. Romeo & Romeo is known for its excellent coffee and delicious breakfasts, so don’t miss out. Similarly, there is not a gym but you do get free access to a nearby one.

Tom’s Hotel is one of the most popular gay hotels in Europe. It’s the place to go if you want to immerse yourself fully in gay Berlin, and if you want to discover everything Schöneberg has to offer for the gay visitor.

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♥ Huge variety of room sizes and styles
♥ Creative, stylish design from top to bottom
♥ Exceptional organic food

With creative monochrome interiors and an innovative approach to room design, the Michelberger is a great option for people who need their hotels to look as good as they feel. Every room is unique, but every single one looks like it could come straight out of an interior design magazine. Add in a location that’s under 15 minutes from Berghain (and a stone’s throw away from an S- and U-Bahn station), and you can understand why this is a favorite gay Berlin hotel. Michelberger Hotel is one of the most booked gay hotels in Friedrichshain Berlin.

The rooms come in a variety of categories and styles, with something to suit every budget. There’s the small cozy room, perfect for solo travelers or a couple on a short city break, or the Loft for a bit more room. The Overlook and Luxus rooms come with plenty of natural light and a complimentary yoga mat, the Hideout has a more homey feel, while the Band and the Big One are great for larger groups.

The stylish hotel restaurant serves organic, beautifully presented dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients, while the Cafe Bar offers a more laid-back environment. If you’re visiting in the summer, the courtyard is a great spot for mingling with fellow travelers. The breakfast is truly exceptional, if not a bit pricey. There is not a gym, but the hotel does have a yoga studio with regular classes and special sessions.

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♥ Super-central location on Alexanderplatz
♥ Wide range of room sizes
♥ Great city views from most rooms

This towering hotel literally couldn’t be any more central: it directly overlooks Alexanderplatz, meaning you are perfectly connected to every single part of the city. With the sights and attractions of Berlin being fairly spread out, this is perfect for tourists who want to cover as much ground as possible. Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz is one of the most booked gay hotels in Berlin Mitte.

Rooms feature elegant contemporary decor, with interesting layouts and large windows. The city view rooms directly overlook Alexanderplatz Tower, with the Panorama and Corner rooms offering even better vistas. There is a broad range of sizes and styles, from a cozy single room for solo travelers to the incredible Sky Suite.

The hotel has three restaurants, including a large breakfast room, a traditional German brasserie, and a modern Euro-Californian option. The rooftop bar is an excellent spot to start a Berlin night out, with some of the best views in the city.

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♥ Excellent spa and fitness facilities
♥ Stylish bars and restaurants
♥ Unique and fun interior design

This trendy hotel and gay Berlin favorite is located in Prenzlauer-Berg, not far from the central attractions of Mitte. The surrounding area is mostly quiet and residential, but there is an S-Bahn station 15 minutes away and U-Bahn just a bit further. Overall, this is a great spot to get away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist areas and feel like a local. Vienna House Andel’s is one of the most booked gay hotels in Berlin Mitte.

All of the rooms in Vienna House Andel’s are decorated in a contemporary style, with a mostly monochrome palette and bright, cheerful pops of yellow. They are all fairly spacious, with large modern bathrooms and great high-speed WiFi. Deluxe rooms offer a bit more space, while the Executive rooms and suites all come with access to A.Lounge. Lounge perks include an indoor smoking area, a larger breakfast buffet, and drinks and nibbles throughout the day.

The hotel cocktail bar is exceptionally pretty, with a pink pastel color scheme and incredible city views, while Skykitchen serves up delicious dishes created by Michelin star-winning chef Alexander Koppe. Meanwhile, Maverick’s serves up sunny Californian dishes in a more casual environment.

Vienna House Andel’s SpaSphere Urban Spa offers a range of wellness treatments as well as saunas, a whirlpool, and a gym. The latter is well-equipped and larger than usual, ideal if you need to keep up your fitness routine while in Berlin.

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♥ Sleek and practical design
♥ Great value for money in the 4-star range
♥ Excellent location for shopping

Ku’Damm 101 brands itself as a “lifestyle” hotel, aiming to embody the kind of place that young trendy travelers want to be. This boutique hotel achieves this by paying close attention to what their guests actually want from a modern urban hotel experience, and delivering it seamlessly. It succeeds in being both casual and aspirational, with a luxury approach to design and service at affordable prices.

The hotel specializes in ultra-minimalist decor, inspired by the Bauhaus concepts of Le Corbusier and executed in sustainable materials. The rooms are all spacious and attentively designed, blending comfort, practicality, and style. Most of them feature designer furniture, which you are encouraged to move around as you like in order to make yourself at home.

There is not a fitness suite, but there is a spa which includes a delightful lemongrass-scented sauna. The lobby bar is a great place to hang out and meet people, and the buffet breakfast is exceptionally fresh and varied.

As the name implies, Ku’Damm 101 is located on the iconic Kurfürstendamm shopping avenue, which great news for its guests (and bad news for their wallets). It is a bit far from any gay nightlife, but you can take a bus directly from the front of the hotel to the main gay area within about 20 minutes. S Halensee S-Bahn station is also nearby, which is handy for covering long distances across the city.

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♥ Friendly gay boutique hotel in the heart of Berlin’s gay village
♥ Gay venues literally next door
♥ Extremely warm and welcoming staff

ArtHotel Connection is a gay Berlin hotel located in the Schöneberg gay village. It is located in the same building as two popular gay hotspots, Connection Club and Prinzknecht, meaning you can have a full night out without ever leaving the immediate vicinity of the hotel. If you do feel like exploring further, the rest of the gay nightlife in the area can be reached in about 15 minutes. ArtHotel Connection is one of the most booked mid-range gay hotels in Berlin.

This hotel calls itself the “Grande Dame of Berlin’s gay hotels”. Based in a art deco building that was formerly the residence of a wealthy Berlin citizen, it has been recently renovated to a stylish contemporary standard. It offers great value for money with affordable rooms ranging from a single to a large fashionable suite.

All rooms have been provided with modern amenities such as flatscreen TV, DVD player, and iPod docking station. The decor is colorful and varies from room to room, giving a personal and intimate boutique feel.

The staff at this independently-owned hotel are consistently lovely and helpful, and are one of the best things about the place. Breakfast is simple but high-quality, and served until mid-afternoon – which is great news for anyone who may have overindulged in Schöneberg’s attractions the previous night. ArtHotel Connection is “everyone-friendly” and a very popular choice with gay travelers.

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♥ Ideal location surrounded by many gay bars
♥ Comfortable and clean rooms
♥ Very good breakfast buffet

This Mercure hotel benefits from a great location for gay Berlin. Several gay bars are just a couple of minutes away, including TABASCO Bar, Pinocchio, Tramp’s, Blond, and ToyBoy bar, and everything else is under a 10-minute walk. Nollefendortz Platz U-Bahn station (Lines 1, 2, 3, and 4) is also very close by, and connects easily with most major Berlin attractions.

This 3-star hotel has everything you could possibly want for a convenient central Berlin stay. You can choose between Standard, Superior, and Privilege rooms, all of which are comfortable and relatively spacious. The Superior and Privilege categories come with small extra perks like mineral water, a Senseo coffee machine, and air-conditioning – the latter of which we definitely recommend in the summer, as Berlin can get very hot.

There is a hotel bar that opens until 1 AM and a generous breakfast buffet that represents great value for money. Overall, Mercure Hotel Berlin Zentrum is nothing fancy, but it does have the reliable standard of a chain like Mercure in a unbeatable location for gay Berlin nightlife.

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♥ Location – Downtown Mitte perfect for tourist sights and conveniently located between the original gay village in the west and the popular gay clubs in the east
♥ Unique style and individually designed rooms by the Paint Club
♥ Make your day extra special and hire the completely private rooftop with hot tub

The Weinmeister is Berlin at its coolest and most grown-up (literally – it’s an adults-only hotel). Highlights include Berlin-themed contemporary design across the board, creative signature rooms, and a rooftop chillout zone that’s unbeatable in the summer.

The standard rooms come in small, medium, or large, depending on how much space you need. All of them come with the hotel’s large signature bed and inventive, open-plan layouts, but the large rooms come with the undeniable bonus of a big bathtub. Alternatively, you could go for one of the Signature Rooms, which feature unique themes and quirky decor.

The rooftop deck has a hot tub and loungers for taking in that summer Berlin sun, all with an incredible view overlooking Alexanderplatz. For breakfast, the hotel has partnered up with Einstein Kaffee across the courtyard, which will keep you fuelled up for exploring the city.

Located in hipster Hackescher Markt, The Weinmeister brings together the best of Berlin as a cosmopolitan urban hub as well as its coolest, most unique offerings. Alexanderplatz is less than 10 minutes away on foot, and there are several U-Bahn stations within walking distance, so you’re covered no matter where you need to go.

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5/5

Why we love it

♥ Pure luxury 5-star
♥ Rooftop pool
♥ About 30 mins walk to Schöneberg gayborhood
♥ Dog friendly

Grand Hyatt knows how to do luxury stays, and Grand Hyatt Berlin is no exception. It’s conveniently located in Potsdamer Platz — the city’s historical heart. The Legoland Discovery Center is across the road, and it’s less than 2 miles north of the gayborhood of Schöneberg.

The rooftop spa on the 8th floor has an indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, steam room, solarium, and fitness center. The space is open daily from 7 am to 9 pm.

The 321 rooms and 21 suites are all modern luxury. Our tip is to upgrade to the club rooms and enjoy the private lounge on level 7 — the perfect use of those World of Hyatt Club points.

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5/5

Why we love it

♥ Best location in Berlin for shopping and gay nightlife
♥ Designer rooms and decor
♥ Impeccable service

This Dorint hotel (previously Sofitel) benefits from an exceptional location overlooking Kurfürstendamm, Berlin’s best and busiest shopping street. The hotel It is, however, tucked away behind the boulevard, meaning you can feel a sense of peace and quiet while being very much in the middle of it all. After you’ve spent your day shopping and exploring Berlin using the convenient U-Bahn links, you can walk 15 minutes to gay Schoneberg hotspots like Connection Club, WOOF, HarDie’s Kneipe, and more.

The hotel itself blends a classic sense of sophistication with Berlin’s forward-thinking approach to design. The building is a striking structure, but once you step inside you are welcomed with warm woods, chic Bauhaus furniture, original pieces by German artists, and an overall sense of both comfort and refinement – all curated by architect Jan Kleihues.

The rooms follow a similar pattern, with original art and bespoke furniture complementing a dedication to pleasure and relaxation. Enjoy gorgeous marble bathrooms, huge windows with stunning city views, high-end toiletries, and supremely comfortable beds.

Dorint Kurfurstendamm Hotel features a restaurant, lounge bar, breakfast room, and library, all of which are impeccably designed and extremely pleasant. There is a good fitness suite with a range of machines and an extensive wellness area, which includes a sauna, steam room, jet-powered foot baths, an ice fountain, and massage treatments.

The hotel prides itself on its exceptional Concierge service, which is part of the prestigious Clefs d’Or association. The hotel concierges here will go out of their way to make your stay in Berlin unforgettable, and the rest of the staff are equally friendly and obliging.

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4/5

Why we love it

♥ Lovely, bright, and relaxing rooms
♥ Great food at BLEND Kitchen
♥ Largest hotel pool in the city

This Pullman hotel offers the brand’s usual mix of contemporary design, friendly service, and dedication to their guests’ comfort and enjoyment. The lobby features a bright and colorful decor that is both striking and playful, while the rooms are decorated in soothing, neutral whites and beiges to create a haven of relaxation.

All of the rooms are spacious and feature large windows that let in plenty of bright, natural light. Everything is carefully designed for comfort and practicality: for example, the desks feature connection hubs for both a laptop and mobile phone, and the blackout curtains allow you to enjoy your sleep for as long as you need in the morning before bathing your room in natural light.

BLEND Kitchen and Bar offers a melting pot of international cuisines, reflecting the diversity of the city, all in a vibrantly colorful environment inspired by the animals at the zoo next door. Fitness fanatics will enjoy the great gym and pool – the largest hotel pool in Berlin, in fact – as well as the poolside bar. Do note, however, that the spa and pool areas are being renovated until end of April 2019.

Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof is located just next to the zoo and to Ku’damm Avenue. The gay nightlife of Schöneberg is about 15 minutes away on foot, making this a popular gay hotel in Berlin.

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