Citylight Hotel
8.6
Excellent(975 reviews)
Böttgerstraße 23, 13357 Berlin, Germany
+49 30 34667090
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Hotel Description
Citylight Hotel, located at Böttgerstraße 23, 13357 Berlin, Germany, offers a comfortable and convenient stay in the heart of Berlin’s vibrant Mitte district. This relaxed hotel is just a 6-minute walk from Berlin Gesundbrunnen station, making it easily accessible for both business and leisure travelers. Surrounded by lively neighborhoods, guests can explore the bustling borough with major landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, and the vibrant shopping area of Hackescher Markt just a short distance away. The hotel itself combines comfort with simplicity, providing a welcoming atmosphere for its guests. Rooms at Citylight Hotel are designed with a focus on comfort and convenience. Each room is equipped with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and a minibar. Some rooms even feature bunk beds, making them ideal for families or groups. While there is no air conditioning, the hotel ensures that guests feel at ease with ample space and an inviting ambiance. For guests' convenience, the hotel offers a range of services, including a breakfast buffet, packed lunches, and evening meals for groups at an additional cost. Those wishing to explore Berlin on two wheels can take advantage of the hotel's bicycle rental service, which provides an eco-friendly way to see the city's sights. Public transportation is readily accessible from the hotel, with a 9-minute walk to the nearest transit station. The hotel is also conveniently located for quick access to key destinations such as Alexanderplatz and the Berlin Wall, making it an excellent base for travelers wanting to discover the city's rich history and culture. The hotel’s commitment to guest safety is paramount, with extensive health and safety measures in place to ensure a secure environment. Whether you are here for business or leisure, Citylight Hotel offers a comfortable stay with a range of services designed to enhance your experience. Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet each morning, or unwind at the on-site bar, which is a popular spot for both hotel guests and locals. The hotel is one of the few in the area with a 24-hour front desk, ensuring that all guest needs are met promptly and efficiently. The service is highly praised by guests, and the hotel’s reputation for hospitality is well-established. For those interested in exploring the local culture, there are numerous activities and experiences to enjoy. The nearby Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag Building are must-visit landmarks, while the Berlin Cathedral and Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe offer historical and cultural insight into the city's past. The Berlin TV Tower, with its stunning views, is also just a short distance away. Guests can also enjoy a variety of dining options in the vicinity, ranging from traditional German cuisine to international flavors. Citylight Hotel welcomes all guests to experience its blend of comfort, service, and location, ensuring a memorable stay in Berlin.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. 4-minute drive to the Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer (Berlin Wall Memorial)
2. 9-minute walk to the nearest public transit station
3. One of the few hotels in the area with a 24-hour front desk
4. Guests praised the excellent service and hospitality
5. Highly rated restaurant and breakfast buffet
6. Cozy bar available for guests to unwind
7. Bicycle rental service for exploring Berlin
8. Free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs in all rooms
9. Kid-friendly hotel with family-friendly amenities
10. No pets allowed, ensuring a quiet environment
7.8 Very Good
Location rating
Top sights
Brandenburg Gate
13 min
Reichstag Building13 min
Berlin TV Tower15 min
Berlin Cathedral14 min
Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe12 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Location rating | 7.8 |
| Nearest airport | Berlin Brandenburg Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 39 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
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Check-out: Mon, Nov 25
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Location
Böttgerstraße 23, 13357 Berlin, Germany
Airports:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Transit: 39 min
Taxi: 39 min
Transit:
Bahnhof Berlin-Friedrichstraße
Taxi: 13 min
Walking: 54 min
Wedding
Taxi: 5 min
Walking: 21 min
Alexanderplatz
Taxi: 15 min
Walking: 56 min
Berlin Central Train Station
Taxi: 13 min
Walking: 48 min
U Pankstraße
Walking: 9 min
Nearby locations
7.8
Very Good Location
Mitte
Bustling borough with the Brandenburg Gate, art on Museum Island & shopping in Hackescher Markt.
Top Attractions
Amenities and Facilities
Activities
Bicycle rental
Languages spoken
English
German
Portuguese
Spanish
Accessibility
Accessible
Food & drink
Restaurant
Bar
Breakfast
Breakfast buffet
Vending machines
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Refrigerator in some rooms
Coffee maker in some rooms
Pets
No pets
Parking & transportation
Parking
Services
Front desk
Baggage storage
Elevator
Wake up calls
Policies & payments
Smoke-free property
Credit cards
Debit cards
Cash
Business & events
Meeting rooms
Bathrooms
Private bathroom
Shower
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi in public areas
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
8.5
172 reviews
Wonderful
90
Excellent
47
Good
26
Below Average
3
Not Good
6
Raphael Schmidt
1/5
There weren't enough sockets in the room for 6 people. The service was also poor, the bed linen wasn't changed once throughout the week and if you wanted a new towel you had to pay for it. The location only has two stars because there is a Späti around the corner with very nice salespeople, absolute men of honor, unfortunately it doesn't have any Google reviews.
Alejandro Martínez
2/5
Very little recommended. Apart from the location, there is nothing else to highlight. Old rooms, very unfriendly staff, very expensive for what they offer. There are better options at the same price very close to this hotel. Citylight Hotel is depressing.
Mace _spoty
1/5
Unfriendly staff, moldy rooms and noisy area
Claudia Mohr
5/5
As a family, five of us spent 4 nights here and were thrilled. We had two adjoining rooms with bathrooms and enough space for everything. The entire hotel was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Absolutely recommended for a Berlin trip as a family.
Nathan Carpenter
5/5
Stayed 3 nights with my wife and 2 kids in a room with bunk beds. Had a great stay, hospitality was great and the breakfast was filling. Had a recreation room in the basement and my daughter loved the mini cards that showed sights to go visit. Water pressure and heat were perfect and beds were comfortable. Location is a not the best as there is some rave close by that was loud until midnight and there is a park you may not want to be walking by on your way back from the train station. The station was close though and we had no issues. Would consider staying here again!
Steffi Laufer
5/5
Highly recommended for groups of students, as there is a nice group room in the basement with play areas and comfortable seating. Service great, rooms large and clean, breakfast very, very good with plenty of choice!
joseph rodolph correya
3/5
No drinking water in the room,only limit disposable glass. Room heater not working
Java Boy
5/5
Just had a great long stay here. Everyone is very helpful and polite (with one exception maybe). Good buffet breakfast options. Location is very good since it's walking distance to Gesundbrunen, but maybe the surroundings could be "fancier". Overall great value for money depending on the dynamic rate, I paid around 70 euros including breakfast with the long stay discount.
ruhrpott lionheart (ruhrpott_lionheart)
3/5
Rooms were fine for a small family, rather simple, but appropriate for a trip to Berlin where you spend a lot of time outside.Service was really great, drinks/snacks at the bar could be taken to the room.However, I find 16€ for a modest breakfast buffet with simple coffee and juice from the vending machine to be cheeky.
Kai Willumat
2/5
We arrived on Friday and were able to check in straight away at 2 p.m. Everything makes a neat impression. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. Very important: cleanliness is very important here.Why only 3 stars in the rating?It's best to have a pros and cons list:Per:cleanlinessTransport connectionsParking spacesE-car charging stations (1x in the hotel and 2x in front of the hotel, 11 kW)Minibar and bar in the entrance areaReception staffed 24 hours a dayCons:Room extremely warm (outside temperature approx. 32°), heats up a lot.No floor-to-ceiling curtains, room cannot be completely darkened.Very noisy at night, which is understandable in a big city, but better glazing could help.Breakfast too expensive for what was offered, rolls/bread extremely dry. The milk rolls (probably from Aldi or Lidl) were also dried out, although they are usually nice and fluffy.Unfortunately the room price is 15-20€ too high, the same applies to the breakfast for 16€. I think €8 for breakfast would be reasonable, or it could be included directly in the room price, then it wouldn't be that important.A bit of music or local radio in the breakfast room would lighten the atmosphere a bit.Actually a nice hotel with a few “small” deficiencies that could easily be remedied. Sure, there needs to be investment, but that seems to be happening as the hotel is maintained. At the moment, however, it has a slight hostel charm that it doesn't deserve.My recommendation: Invest in heat/sound insulation and air conditioning. Install floor-length blackout curtains or even blackout blinds/pleats. Pay a little more attention to the freshness of the baked goods or that they do not stay in the oven for too long when baking.Update August 27, 2024:We are going to Berlin again and wanted to book the Citylight again. We decided on the MOXY by Marriot around the corner.Newer and a whole lot cheaper. I have attached the price comparison.I'm really sorry, but the Citylight is unfortunately far too expensive for what it offers.Moxy Berlin Humboldthain: €271.95 including breakfastCitylight Berlin: €393.63 including breakfastBoth searched via the hotel's homepage and not hotel search pages like HRS.No fares were taken or vouchers redeemed.@Citylight Berlin: If you adjust your prices to your standard, unfortunately it doesn't make any sense.If you need a "cheap" clean hotel with shared rooms, you're in good hands here. For everything else, I would recommend other hotels.
Tewele mobae
5/5
Me and my wife and our children stayed at this hotel for 6 nights. We were totally super satisfied. Nice and friendly staff, centrally located, 2 minutes walk to Gesundbrunnen train station. Clean room, large lounge with large breakfast buffet. We will definitely come back
Lars vM
4/5
Nice hotel that actually deserves 3 stars, but probably stays at two due to the location; it is a somewhat run-down neighborhood with quite a bit of nighttime nuisance from racing cars and shouting. There is a kind of camper parking lot right next to the hotel, which did not cause any inconvenience to us. Friendly staff and fairly clean rooms (found a pair of socks under the bed upon arrival, but otherwise okay). Breakfast is not super exciting, but reasonably complete. Smoking policy is not entirely in order: you have to stand outside, but everyone stands at the entrance under the awning and so the lobby (and our room right above the awning) unfortunately stinks of smoke. While the website states that you can rent fans (because the rooms do not have air conditioning (!) and games), in practice this is all free. You only pay collateral, so that is nice. The play cellar is spacious and cool, the available pool tables and ping pong table could use an overhaul (as well as the equipment you need). The check-in is flexible with an email or call and check-out was also smooth. Conclusion: great hotel, but in the future I would choose a better location .
Alexander Voigt
4/5
Convenient but quiet location to the train stationComfortable beds, good rooms, horrible TV
Knut Dörre
5/5
Clean friendly good breakfastA reason to come back
Alexander Stein
2/5
Unfortunately I cannot recommend this hotel! Booked offer (Amex Travel) not received, even after request.The parking situation is a disaster, but we had a very nice receptionist who allowed us to drive to the door briefly to load and unload.We actually wouldn't book here under the circumstances we experienced, what a shame!
Jari Lammela
4/5
Pretty basic budget Hotel near Gesundbrunnen station
Room 3
Service 3
Location4
Norbert Schex
4/5
Price/performance is absolutely fine
Moritz Dahr
3/5
Rooms were fine and clean... The food had a fairly large selection and it was also very tasty
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smlNewJersey
5/5
I have taken groups of college students here for the past few years and we’ve always had a good experience. The rooms are clean and well maintained and breakfast is excellent. They have a strict noise policy and it is always enforced. Guillermo at the front desk was always helpful and kind. The location can’t be beat.
Jochen Höflich
5/5
We received a very friendly welcome as a school class. No question from the students was too much for the staff. Great!The breakfast buffet was particularly popular. From pancakes to scrambled eggs, yoghurt, various types of muesli, fresh fruit, various types of rolls or bread, sausage, cheese, vegetables,... no wish was left unfulfilled. Thank you for the lovely time with you!