Habyt - The Waterfront
8.4
Excellent(268 reviews)
Hauptstraße 3, 10317 Berlin, Germany
+49 162 1885752
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Hotel Description
Habyt - The Waterfront is a charming and modern apartment hotel located at Hauptstraße 3, 10317 Berlin, Germany, offering a peaceful retreat in the vibrant Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg neighborhood. The hotel is strategically situated near Rummelsburger Lake, just a 3-minute walk from its shores, making it an ideal spot for guests seeking both relaxation and exploration. The bustling area is known for its historical significance, with notable attractions like the Stasi Museum and the Hohenschönhausen Memorial. Guests can also enjoy the nearby Dong Xuan Center, a lively market offering a range of local and international goods. Just 9 minutes on foot from Berlin Ostkreuz S-Bahn station, the hotel enjoys excellent connectivity to the rest of the city, while the renowned Tierpark Berlin zoo is located a short 4 km away, perfect for a day out with family or friends.
The hotel’s design combines a relaxed and modern aesthetic, focusing on simplicity and comfort. Each of the studio apartments is thoughtfully furnished with cozy, functional amenities, including Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and kitchenettes with dining areas, making it perfect for both short and extended stays. For guests looking for an even more scenic experience, upgraded studios offer views of the tranquil lake, enhancing the serene atmosphere.
The communal lounge is another standout feature of Habyt - The Waterfront, with an airy and welcoming space that includes a shared kitchen and a bar area. This communal setting encourages guests to interact, relax, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. A self-service laundry facility is also available for added convenience. Despite the lack of luxury amenities like a fitness center or spa, the hotel’s focus on providing comfort and accessibility ensures a pleasant stay.
For those who rely on transportation, the hotel’s proximity to public transit is a significant advantage. The nearest public transit stop is just a 1-minute walk away, making it easy to travel to key destinations across the city. Additionally, Berlin Brandenburg Airport is accessible via a 26-minute transit ride or a 29-minute taxi journey, offering straightforward access for those arriving by air. The hotel is also well-connected to other key transport hubs, including Berlin Ostbahnhof and Warschauer Straße, ensuring guests can easily navigate the city.
Health and safety are top priorities at Habyt - The Waterfront. The hotel follows comprehensive measures to safeguard guests, including housekeeping services and accessible features, ensuring both comfort and peace of mind. Guests can rest assured that they are staying in a space designed with their well-being in mind.
Guests can explore various local experiences nearby, including walking tours of the East Side Gallery, which is just a 6-minute drive away. For those interested in Berlin’s rich history, the Brandenburg Gate and the Berlin Cathedral are within a 20-minute travel radius, offering a glimpse into the city’s past. The Berlin TV Tower and Reichstag Building are also just a short trip away, providing breathtaking views and cultural insight.
Additionally, there are several excellent dining options around the hotel. Local eateries offer diverse cuisines ranging from German delicacies to international fare. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite or a gourmet experience, there’s something for every taste within walking distance.
Whether you’re visiting Berlin for business or leisure, Habyt - The Waterfront offers a unique blend of convenience, comfort, and style. The hotel’s excellent location, well-appointed rooms, and commitment to guest satisfaction make it the ideal choice for travelers seeking a true local experience. Book your stay today and enjoy all that this vibrant city has to offer.
The hotel’s design combines a relaxed and modern aesthetic, focusing on simplicity and comfort. Each of the studio apartments is thoughtfully furnished with cozy, functional amenities, including Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and kitchenettes with dining areas, making it perfect for both short and extended stays. For guests looking for an even more scenic experience, upgraded studios offer views of the tranquil lake, enhancing the serene atmosphere.
The communal lounge is another standout feature of Habyt - The Waterfront, with an airy and welcoming space that includes a shared kitchen and a bar area. This communal setting encourages guests to interact, relax, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. A self-service laundry facility is also available for added convenience. Despite the lack of luxury amenities like a fitness center or spa, the hotel’s focus on providing comfort and accessibility ensures a pleasant stay.
For those who rely on transportation, the hotel’s proximity to public transit is a significant advantage. The nearest public transit stop is just a 1-minute walk away, making it easy to travel to key destinations across the city. Additionally, Berlin Brandenburg Airport is accessible via a 26-minute transit ride or a 29-minute taxi journey, offering straightforward access for those arriving by air. The hotel is also well-connected to other key transport hubs, including Berlin Ostbahnhof and Warschauer Straße, ensuring guests can easily navigate the city.
Health and safety are top priorities at Habyt - The Waterfront. The hotel follows comprehensive measures to safeguard guests, including housekeeping services and accessible features, ensuring both comfort and peace of mind. Guests can rest assured that they are staying in a space designed with their well-being in mind.
Guests can explore various local experiences nearby, including walking tours of the East Side Gallery, which is just a 6-minute drive away. For those interested in Berlin’s rich history, the Brandenburg Gate and the Berlin Cathedral are within a 20-minute travel radius, offering a glimpse into the city’s past. The Berlin TV Tower and Reichstag Building are also just a short trip away, providing breathtaking views and cultural insight.
Additionally, there are several excellent dining options around the hotel. Local eateries offer diverse cuisines ranging from German delicacies to international fare. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite or a gourmet experience, there’s something for every taste within walking distance.
Whether you’re visiting Berlin for business or leisure, Habyt - The Waterfront offers a unique blend of convenience, comfort, and style. The hotel’s excellent location, well-appointed rooms, and commitment to guest satisfaction make it the ideal choice for travelers seeking a true local experience. Book your stay today and enjoy all that this vibrant city has to offer.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Guests praised the well-equipped kitchenettes for added convenience.
2. Only a 6-minute drive to the iconic East Side Gallery.
3. The hotel is within a 1-minute walk to public transit for easy access to the city.
4. The spacious and airy bar in the communal lounge is highly appreciated by guests.
5. Guests enjoyed the comfortable, simply furnished studios with a relaxed vibe.
7.4 Very Good
Location rating
Top sights
East Side Gallery
6 min
Brandenburg Gate21 min
Berlin TV Tower18 min
Reichstag Building26 min
Berlin Cathedral17 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 11:00 |
| Location rating | 7.4 |
| Nearest airport | Berlin Brandenburg Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 26 min |
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Location
Hauptstraße 3, 10317 Berlin, Germany
Airports:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Transit: 26 min
Taxi: 29 min
Transit:
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Taxi: 9 min
Walking: 47 min
Warschauer Straße
Taxi: 8 min
Walking: 33 min
Alexanderplatz
Taxi: 20 min
Walking: 1 hr 17 min
Lichtenberg
Taxi: 7 min
Walking: 31 min
Frankfurter Allee
Taxi: 9 min
Walking: 27 min
Nearby locations
7.4
Very Good Location
Lichtenberg
Large borough known for the Stasi Museum, Hohenschönhausen Memorial & Dong Xuan Center restaurants.
Top Attractions
Amenities and Facilities
Pets
No pets
Parking & transportation
Parking
Services
Front desk
Self-service laundry
Elevator
Housekeeping
Accessibility
Accessible
Accessible elevator
Policies & payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Business & events
Meeting rooms
Food & drink
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Bathrooms
Private bathroom
Shower
Internet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi in public areas
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Microwave
Coffee maker
Reviews
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8.4
185 reviews
Wonderful
112
Excellent
35
Good
12
Below Average
13
Not Good
13
Andy Greenhalgh
4/5
Easy nice hotel near ostkreuz, so easy from airport. Does have a view of the river from some rooms but it also have an apartment block between the view and river.Very helpful staff
Michael Bertsch
5/5
The hotel is very clean and modern. The concrete ceiling without color was modern and something different. The room has its own pantry kitchen with a refrigerator and dishwasher. The Ostkreuz train station is about 500 meters away and you can get anywhere without any problems. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We'll definitely be back.
Rebekka Steinbach
4/5
The hotel is modernly furnished with exposed concrete on the ceiling. The rooms are clean. There is even a kitchenette with a microwave and dishwasher in the room. The staff is friendly; In particular questions (e.g. there were foaming and smelling cleaning agent residues in my kettle that I couldn't rinse out) I was a bit awkward (I was given washing up liquid and a sponge to clean the kettle). The fact that no German is spoken doesn't bother me. What I didn't like at all was the breakfast: only potted coffee and tea are included in the price of 17 euros, other coffee specialties are available, but only for a higher price. In front of it there is a crumpled paper sign "only cash". Next to the buffet there is another paper sign informing you that taking breakfast with you will be punished with 50 euros. I found that very inappropriate. In particular, the breakfast is anything but lavish: croissants, rolls, cheese, muesli, jam, honey, homemade dips and fruits. I could probably have had a cheaper and better breakfast in a cafe. What was particularly irritating was the ban on laptops in the breakfast room, which is the reason for me not booking the hotel anymore, as I usually travel to Berlin on business and want to be able to work while having breakfast. It's a real shame, because otherwise the hotel has potential.
Sven Focken-Kremer
3/5
I travel to Berlin once or twice every month. 99 percent of the time I sleep in one of three regular hotels. Since this hotel has an even better location for me, I wanted to see if it could replace my previous hotel.Short version: I won't come back. Staff very friendly, rooms clean, carelessly furnished, loud and the beds substandard. The breakfast has its advantages, but is overpriced and uncomfortable.Detailed:After noticing from reviews that some rooms face the "noisy street side", I wanted to ask that I get a quiet room. Information over the phone was only available in English (possibly problematic for some). There I was asked to write an email. In the following email I was asked to change the room category myself in the booking and to make the payment. I stopped here because I didn't want to research which room category was on the quiet side. Maybe it was because I booked through booking (but other hotels can do that).Arrival:very friendly (like the employees before on the phone and in the email, just not helpful to me). Self check-in is possible after 10 p.m.Room (premium suite urban):Really cold furnishings with a tendency to be careless. Bare concrete ceiling, hardware store-style lamps with cold light. Room facing the street. Thanks to excellent windows, this is hardly a problem unless you want to ventilate. Then it gets very loud. But if you want it to be very quiet at night, the street will still be disturbing. There is no air conditioning and no other adjustable ventilation. You have to decide: fresh, cool air but loud street noise or quiet combined with temperatures that are too warm.I was completely surprised that despite the new building, everything can be heard from the hallway. Even though the hallway door is 6 rooms away, you can hear it clearly, as can footsteps and voices in the hallway.Unfortunately the bed is underground. After I laid down, it felt so strange that I checked. It is a pure yellow foam mattress. I couldn't believe it. Unfortunately that was how the night was.If you like things small: the switches on the bed for the lamps and the socket are not at head height but at the bottom of the floor behind a heavy metal side table that you have to push to the side. Sorry to the room neighbors.Great: there is a small kitchenette with dishes and cooking appliances. There is also a refrigerator. This is of course great for all self-caterers.Also good: the wardrobe is spacious. The bathroom is also quite large.In front of the breakfast room you are warned not to take any food with you, otherwise you risk a fine of 50 euros. Can you communicate like that? I found it immediately unsympathetic.The breakfast buffet costs 17 euros and offers a basic supply of meat and cheese and vegetarian spreads, which are even homemade (very great!). Yoghurt and muesli are also available. However, the selection is generally quite small. What I've never experienced before: only black coffee is included. Higher café prices are charged for each “specialty”.There are no newspapers, and unfortunately it's not comfortable either. Rather useful. Laptops are not allowed (I don't think that's ideal in a hotel either).I recommend going to one of the cafes scattered around the hotel, there are really excellent options. In my opinion, the breakfast in the hotel is overpriced and doesn't invite you to linger.
Bipin Puthiyaveetil
4/5
Clean rooms , big launch area and breakfast option. Clean rooms and Great location. You can catch a train to airport or any other place.
Room 5
Service 4
Location5
Alexandra Scardino
5/5
We only stayed here one night and by chance, because the hotel we had booked sent us here because it was overbooked. It turned out to be better than expected: early check in as the room was ready, very kind staff available for all requests (possibility of leaving luggage after check out, we were able to leave some food from the doggie bag in the fridge and then eat in the beautiful and very comfortable hall). Beautiful and very comfortable hall, the room is spacious and equipped with every comfort. I would recommend staying here to anyone wanting to visit Berlin (it's also super connected by transport as an area). Thanks Habyt. 🤍
Ahmaad Johnson
5/5
This hotel is very close to Ostkreuz, which makes connections anywhere in the city very convenient. The hotel itself is very modern. The rooms are spacious for European accommodations, and the kitchen, though small, is well stocked and adequate. There is no A/C, so warm nights can get a bit uncomfortable. Also shout out and want to commend B/Heart (unsure of spelling), the receptionist in the lobby, who was always very kind, very helpful, and very attentive.
Chiara Sciurba
5/5
Anastasia and Colin are incredibly helpful and are committed to making sure you have a lovely stay here. They provide outstanding service and are very reliable. Thank you for all the help.
Simone Chiappetta
1/5
One of the worst experiences in my life. Do not book a stay in this accomodation!!!
Room 1
Service 1
Location2
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eLiasDD
5/5
Very convenient location at Ostkreuz. Good starting point to explore Friedrichshain. Very modern, quiet and clean. …
André Schütte
3/5
Clean and modern but anonymous atmosphere. Stuffy air in the room, scratchy bed linen. A bit loveless. Dead area, parking bad.
Robyn's Soap House
5/5
The staff went out of their way to be helpful. The Habyt-The Waterfront is very modern in design with open spaces, plenty of comfortable seating, tables, couches and interesting reading material. A great laundry. Is within walking distance of the Train Station, River, Shops and Restaurants. Free WiFi. The apartments are large enough to be comfortable. We were on the sixth floor and had a great view of the water. We liked this place so much we extended our stay.
Stephan Vyhnalek
4/5
Waterfront not exactly like that. More like Bshndammfront.
Marius B
5/5
Very nice and clean rooms. Efficient check in/out. Close to the train station. Quite good breakfast.
Recommend
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Mari Ju
4/5
Super modern and stylish aparthotel in the east of Berlin.Location: very central, it takes less than 5 minutes to get to the tram/bus or train station. The adjacent kiosk is recommended! (Tip: the homemade chia mango pudding is great!)Facilities: very modern and minimalist. Unfortunately the rooms are extremely noisy. You get woken up at 7 by the cleaning crew 10 rooms away.We would definitely come back again!
Stephanie Van Lammeren
4/5
Quiet location. Easily accessible by train. However, it is incredibly difficult to get a parking space by car. The room was very clean, but I thought air conditioning would have been great. WiFi worked well.
David Maguire
2/5
Probably a decent stay in cooler months.I would really have liked to rate Habyt higher, as the rooms were clean and well equipped, the service was excellent and friendly, and the location is fine. However, the newly constructed hotel has been built without air conditioning, which I find very hard to justify as Berlin's summer climate continues to warm rapidly, toppling heat records almost every year. There are apparently now at least 15 'tropical nights' a year where the temperature does not go below 20C.If you are visiting, I hope you don't go on one of these nights as I could not get the room temperature below 25C, and ended up having to use cold towels etc. There are no fans available to borrow at reception to make the nights tolerable (this would help, and would probably be cheaper than retrofitting Aircon everywhere!). The windows cannot be opened during sleep as their (excellent) soundproofing blocks out the very loud rail and road noise immediately outside. So there is really no way to cool down.I don't know if the exposed concrete was meant to be a passive cooling strategy but if so it definitely doesn't do the job.
daria
2/5
Overall it was clean, the biggest drawback is the lack of AC, it would be nice if the hotel at least provided portable fans, we asked for one in the reception and it’s unfortunately not an option. You also cannot sleep with an open window at night because it’s very loud. Plus of the location is how close it is to the station, but that’s all. The shower is also a challenge, the thing holding the showerhead is broken and you have to pray for it not to slide down and hit your head as you are showering. I really don’t recommend for this price.
Tali
5/5
The staff is really super friendly and helpful and really tries to solve any problem they have. The rooms were also very clean and comfortable. The location is also very good, as there is a train nearby.I am very positively surprised and would choose this hotel again and again :)
Knopper Hoff
2/5
We stayed at the hotel for three nights as a couple and will not book it again. The bed feels only 1.40m wide. We couldn't measure it, but we both had to sleep on the outer edge if we didn't want each other's elbows in our faces. The mattress is very hard. The rooms do not have air conditioning. Unbearable in a typical Berlin summer with temperatures around 30°C. You can open the window completely, but since we had a room facing the street and the train tracks, it was unbearably loud. When the window is closed you can no longer hear much of the noise outside the house. So the nights consisted of opening the windows again and again when it got too warm, trying to sleep through the noise, and closing the windows when it got cooler again. I recorded the attached video at midnight in bed with the window open on the 6th floor. We also had problems with the door lock to the room. We had to go to reception twice to have the card reprogrammed and the night watchman had to open the room for us. There is a poor continental breakfast (without hot dishes) for just over €17 per person. in the café in the building. We decided against it and preferred to get rolls and marmalade from Lidl, Aldi, Rewe, which are within walking distance, and have breakfast in the room. Or you can go to Ostkreuz or 10 minutes to Friedrichshain and have breakfast in the cafés and bakeries there. Otherwise, the kitchen in the room was well equipped, the room and bathroom were modern and clean. Hence two stars. The staff was friendly and helpful.