The Circus HostelvsPullman Berlin Schweizerhof
Both properties are praised by professional travelers. Overall, The Circus Hostel scores slightly higher than Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof. The Circus Hostel comes in at #25 in Berlin with positive reviews from 8 reviewers including Oyster, Time Out and Lonely Planet.
The Circus Hostel
Weinbergsweg 1a, 10119 Berlin
From $24/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Multilingual
- Breakfast buffet
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Insight Guides
"One of Berlin’s best-loved hostels, located within minutes of Kastanienallee in Prenzlauer Berg or the historical Scheunenviertel."
Time Out
"Almost the standard by which other hostels should be measured, the Circus is a rarity – simple but stylish, warm and comfortable." Full review
i
Deservedly popular, this place is always full, so be sure to book ahead.
Rough Guide
Star
"Top-notch hostel in fantastic location, with particularly helpful staff and good facilities."
Let's Go
"From the moment you step into the front door, you’ll recognize the themed decorations." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"The 80-room, two-pearl Circus Hostel has bright and hip decor, a sociable atmosphere, and a young clientele." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This excellent budget hostel on Berlin’s buzzing Rosenthaler Platz in Mitte offers a mix of dorms and private rooms — available with or without private bathrooms — close to bars, shops and restaurants." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"Hard to miss on the corner of Weinsbergweg and Rosenthaler Platz in Mitte, the bright red Circus Hostel offers cheap sleeps and a “with-it” vibe that’s been attracting the cool kids for years." Full review
Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
Budapester Strasse 25, 10787 Berlin
From $105/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"A modern hotel designed for business travel and meetings."
DK Eyewitness
"This luxurious hotel opened in 1999. It sports an elegant, sand-finished façade and offers beautifully furnished rooms, two restaurants, a ballroom and a conference centre."
Star Service
"This hotel resides on a busy, fashionable street in a central location two blocks from the zoo." Full review
i
Management seems a bit aloof, often putting individual requests on the back burner, which many Americans may not appreciate.
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The luxury Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof, near Tiergarten Park and the Berlin Zoo, offers 383 spacious beige-toned rooms and suites." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Located close to the Berlin Zoo and Tiergarten, the Pullman offers great amenities for business and leisure travellers that span a decent restaurant and bar." Full review
Fodor's
"Close to the Berlin Zoo and Tiergarten park, this contemporary nine-story hotel is smart, stylish and particularly well-suited to the business traveler." Full review