Ackselhaus and Blue Home is a small, personal hotel in Prenzlauer Berg, the leafy former East Berlin district that has become one of the city's most popular residential quarters. The name covers two linked houses with different moods: rooms decorated in an individual, themed style, and apartments that suit longer stays. It lies on a quiet street in the Kollwitzkiez area, away from the main tourist routes, so a stay here feels like being a guest in a neighbourhood rather than a visitor to a landmark. The area is known for its restored nineteenth-century apartment blocks, cafes, boutiques, weekend markets and playgrounds.
Who it suits
Couples, families who want apartment-style space, and travellers who prefer neighbourhood life to the tourist centre. The setting is peaceful and the character is individual, so it appeals to guests who like places with personality. If you want a polished luxury hotel or a lively nightlife address, you will be better served elsewhere.
Location and getting around
Prenzlauer Berg is well served by trams and the U-Bahn, and the Eberswalder Strasse and Senefelderplatz stations connect you to Alexanderplatz and the centre in minutes. On foot you can reach Kollwitzplatz and its Saturday market, Mauerpark and its Sunday flea market, and the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse. The streets are full of cafes, bakeries and restaurants, making it easy to eat well without a taxi. The neighbourhood is also one of the most family-friendly in the city.
Booking tips
Room types and the style of each house vary, so read the descriptions and check what facilities, such as kitchens in the apartments, come with your category. Ask about the garden and breakfast arrangements when you book. Rates are mid-range, and weekends, Christmas market dates and summer holidays sell out early. For a calm, characterful base in a lively and attractive part of the city, this is a charming alternative to a standard hotel.
Why stay here
- ✓Two linked houses with themed rooms
- ✓Apartments for longer stays
- ✓Quiet Prenzlauer Berg street
- ✓Garden area
- ✓Walk to Kollwitzplatz
- ✓Near Mauerpark and the Wall Memorial
- ✓Tram and U-Bahn nearby
- ✓Cafes and restaurants on the doorstep
Good questions
Where is Ackselhaus and Blue Home?+
In Prenzlauer Berg, in the former East Berlin, on a quiet street near Kollwitzplatz.
Does it offer apartments?+
Yes. Alongside the individually styled rooms there are apartments that suit longer stays. Check facilities when you book.
How far is the city centre?+
Trams and the U-Bahn connect Prenzlauer Berg to Alexanderplatz and Mitte in a short ride.
