OSTEL - DAS DDR HOSTEL, Berlin

Ostel - Das Ddr Hostel - An authentic East German-style hostel with vintage design near Ostbahnhof Station

Located in the edgy Friedrichshain neighborhood, Ostel - Das Ddr Hostel features authentic East German design across its 36 rooms spread over 6 floors. This Berlin hotel provides free Wi-Fi in the lobby, express check-in service, and multilingual staff assistance. Each accommodation comes equipped with safes, heating, refrigerators, and microwaves. The Ostel offers both private bathrooms (either in-room or with a private key access) and shared facilities, with the latter servicing three rooms per bathroom. Free self-parking is available onsite, while bicycle rentals can be found nearby. Situated just 4 minutes from Ostbahnhof Train Station, the property connects directly to Alexanderplatz Square, Hackescher Markt entertainment district, and Friedrichstraße shopping street. Key landmarks within reach include the East Side Gallery (5-minute drive), Mercedes-Benz Arena (0.5 miles), and Brandenburg Gate (2.5 miles).

Pros

Connected to a shopping center for convenient retail access

Several dining options within 1640.4 ft, including Terrazza Portofino and Cafe Martha

Historic Karl-Marx-Allee boulevard just 1640.4 ft away

Regular bathroom cleaning service for shared facilities

Cons

Some bathrooms located outside the rooms

3.5 miles from the Reichstag Building