FAQ

We are located at Rosenthaler Platz station, easily accessible with the subway line U8, the tram lines M1 and M8. You can also arrive with the S-Bahn trains S3, S5, S7 and S9 to the Hackescher Markt station. As another point of reference, The Circus houses are located only 2 subway stations from Alexanderplatz.

If you arrive at Terminals 1 or 2, we recommend taking the FEX train (running every thirty minutes) to Gesundbrunnen station. Change there to the underground line U8 (direction Hermannstraße) for three stops to Rosenthaler Platz.

The Circus offers parking spaces in our underground garage for €20 per night. The garage is located at The Circus Apartments on Choriner Straße 84, just a 5-minute walk from The Circus Hotel and The Circus Hostel.

To guarantee a spot, please let our team know in advance. You can pick up the key at reception upon arrival – a deposit will be required.

Here at The Circus we’re the Berlin experts! Whether you stay in the Hostel, Hotel or Apartments, our team is more than happy to give you advice and share their favourite things to see and do in the city. You can also check out our book – The Circus Sammelsurium – in every hotel room and apartment, which gathers together some of our favourite places, hidden gems, secrets and stories of the city.

While you are with us, don’t miss the tours and other activities that make up our special Behind the Curtain offer, exclusive for our guests. You can find out more here.

Bringing people together and introducing Berlin to our guests is our passion! That’s why, at The Circus, we host regular exclusive events including walking tours, talks, games, and karaoke nights. Just ask our friendly staff for more details or check out the events calendar to see what’s happening during your stay.

It’s a great way to meet fellow travellers, discover something new about Berlin, or simply have fun during your trip. All guests are welcome to join – no matter which of The Circus houses you’re staying in!

At all The Circus houses, you can store your luggage securely with us free of charge – so you can make the most of your time in Berlin.

You don’t have to interrupt your fitness routine while on holiday – at The Circus, you can stay active all year round! While we don’t have an on-site gym, we’ve partnered with our neighbours at EVO Fitness, located just across the street from The Circus Hotel & Hostel.

Day passes are available for €15 from the Apartments concierge or at the Hotel and Hostel reception.

We also offer yoga mats to borrow free of charge in all Circus houses – just ask our team at reception.

Check out the current job openings on our website – and if you think you’d be a great fit for our team, we’d love to hear from you! Just send your application to jobs@circus-berlin.de.

Please note that we do not offer volunteer positions or internships at The Circus.

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You’ll find The Circus Hostel at Weinbersgweg 1a. The nearest underground station is Rosenthaler Platz, right in front of the hostel building and two stops on the U8 line from Alexanderplatz. Rosenthaler Platz is also on the tram lines M1 and M8.

Our reception is open 24 hours a day. Check-in is from 3 pm on the day of arrival and check-out is until 12 noon.

All hostel rooms and dorm beds come with bed linen. En suite rooms and studios come with towels.

If you’re staying in a dorm, you can rent a towel from reception for €2.

Each bed in a dorm has its own locker. You can either bring your own padlock to secure it, or buy one from reception for €5.

Our private rooms and studios have a safe for your valuables, and you can also store things with us at reception.

If you are between 16 and 18 years old and travelling alone, we require parental consent.

Please provide a written consent signed by a parent or legal guardian, along with a copy of their ID and a contact number.

While we don’t have a communal kitchen at The Circus Hostel, our friends at Rosie’s Café have you covered – serving an all-you-can-eat buffet every morning from 8 am to 11 am, along with tasty food and drinks throughout the day. The café is located on the ground floor and is open daily from 8 am to 6 pm.

In the evening, Rosie’s Bar takes over – with our very own Circus Microbrewery tucked away in the basement. Head downstairs from 6 pm to enjoy our house-brewed craft beer, alongside cocktails, wine, and soft drinks.

And if you’re at The Circus on a Thursday, don’t miss our legendary Karaoke night at the bar. You don’t have to sing to have fun – but it definitely helps! 😉

The Circus was born out of a love for travel and a desire to create a place where people can come together – and that’s still what we’re all about today.

Head down to The Circus Microbrewery from 6 pm to meet fellow travellers over a house-brewed beer. We also host karaoke, game nights, and other daily events designed to bring people together.

With our Behind the Curtain tours, you can explore the city alongside other Circus guests. Just check the events calendar or chat with our friendly staff at reception to find out what’s on during your stay.

We will always try our best to put you in the same dorm as your friends, since we want you to enjoy your stay as much as possible, but this cannot be guaranteed and we do not want to promise anything we cannot fulfil. You can contact us at info@circus-berlin.de and let us know of your preferences.

If you want to ride around Berlin like a local, rent our bikes at The Circus Hostel for €15 a day.

At The Circus Hostel, discover the Davide Hasselhoff museum. Discover the link between Berlin and this famous actor. The museum includes a mural of “The Hoff” himself, various photos of the actor, Baywatch and Nightrider mementos, and a replica of the famous piano key scarf Hasselhoff wore during his 1989 performance at the Berlin Wall.

You’ll find The Circus Hotel at Rosenthaler Straße 1. The nearest underground station is Rosenthaler Platz, right in front of the hostel building and two stops on the U8 line from Alexanderplatz. Rosenthaler Platz is also on the tram lines M1 and M8. If you are arriving from the airport and would like a direct transfer, please send us a message at least 24 hours before arrival and we will arrange a taxi for you.

Our reception is open 24 hours a day. Check-in is from 3 pm on the day of arrival and check-out is until 12 noon.

Early check-in and late check-out can be booked for €90, depending on availability. Please contact us to find out more. You can always leave your luggage securely with us so you can make the most of your time in Berlin.

Yes, The Circus Hotel offers two wheelchair-accessible rooms in the Medium Twin category, each equipped with an accessible bathroom. The hotel also features a step-free entrance, an elevator, and a fully accessible ground floor, including a public bathroom.

If you require an accessible room and want to ensure The Circus suits your needs, feel free to contact us directly via email at info@circus-berlin.de or give us a call. We’ll be happy to provide all the information you need and help make your stay as comfortable as possible.

The courtyard for The Circus Hotel is a leafy oasis in the heart of the city and a great place to enjoy a lazy breakfast or to relax after a long day in the city.

For drinks with spectacular views, check out our roof terrace with honesty bar.

The Circus Lounge on the ground floor of The Circus Hotel has a range of breakfast offers each week day from 7-11am, and 8 am – 12 pm during the weekends.

The Circus Hotel offers two thoughtfully designed meeting rooms, ideal for creative sessions, brainstorming, and workshops. The first room measures 15 sqm and accommodates up to 6 people, while the second is 25 sqm and suitable for up to 10 attendees. Both rooms offer natural daylight and direct access to the courtyard. If you’d like to book a meeting room, please contact us via email in advance.

For larger groups, we collaborate with an external partner just a 5-minute walk from The Circus Hotel. Simply drop us a message at meetings@circus-berlin.de – we’ll take care of the rest.

Lost My Voice at The Circus Hotel has built a reputation as one of the finest cocktail bars in the city! Don’t know what to drink? Chat with the bartenders, tell them what you like – they’ll do the rest. Open daily from 6 pm.

Alcohol-free options are available too.

If you want to ride around Berlin like a local, rent our design Rakete bikes at The Circus Hotel for €20 a day.

You’ll find The Circus Apartments at Choriner Straße 84. The nearest underground station is Rosenthaler Platz, a short walk from the apartments and two stops on the U8 line from Alexanderplatz. Rosenthaler Platz is also on the tram lines M1 and M8.

If you are arriving from the airport and would like a direct transfer, please send us a message at least 24 hours before arrival and we will arrange a taxi for you in collaboration with Blacklane chauffeur service.

Our concierge team is on hand each day from 7 am until 9 pm. Check-in is from 3 pm and check-out until 11 am. If you are arriving outside the concierge hours, please let us know and our hotel receptionist will welcome you and give you the keys.

If you arrive before the check-in time, you can store your luggage with us and already start exploring the city. Early check-in and late check-out can be booked for the half of your room night price, depending on availability. Please contact us to find out more.

The Circus Apartments are family friendly and we welcome kids for free. Simply let us know in advance and we will prepare your apartment with baby cots or children’s beds, high chairs, cutlery, plates, books and toys.  Please inform our helpful team beforehand.

The concierge at The Circus Apartments is available daily from 7 am until 9 pm for advice, booking restaurants or shows, post services and more. If there is anything you need to make your stay in Berlin run more smoothly, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

The Circus Apartments offer fully equipped kitchens, modern bathrooms with organic cosmetics from an organic brand MALIN+GOETZ, cosy bedrooms, and spacious living rooms with IT devices such as a Smart TV and a speaker from Kuarkaudio.

Erchy’s Cafe on the ground floor serves high quality hot and cold drinks as well as specialities such as Turkish eggs, legendary grilled sandwich, homemade granola and more. Erchy’s is open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm and Saturday to Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm.

Long stays are bookable in The Circus Apartments. For more than one month, contact us directly by email to get a quote at: reservations@circus-berlin.de

To guarantee the best price for your stay (as well as take advantage our special offers) make sure you book directly with us. The prices on our website are on average 15% lower than on online booking platforms. The earlier you book, the better the price. If you are flexible with your travel dates, you’ll often find better deals on weekdays or between the months of November and March.

The City Tax is a tourist tax from the Berlin government which is charged at 7,5% of your room rate (it does not apply to other parts of your booking, for example breakfast). The City Tax cannot be waived.

Your credit card may be charged in advance if you have booked a Non-refundable rate or if your Flexible booking exceeds €1000. Of course, any cancellation of a Flexible booking as per our cancellation policies will be fully refunded, and our booking team is always on hand if you have any questions.

To welcome you in the best conditions with a high level of service, we need to plan your arrival in advance. Therefore, the non-refundable rate can’t be reimbursed in the case of cancellation. If you are looking for more flexibility, we recommend you book with our flexible rate option.

Unfortunately, we’re unable to accept reservations without a valid credit card, as credit card details are required to confirm your booking.
However, if you choose a flexible rate, you’re welcome to pay in cash or with a different card at any point during your stay.

If you are a company representative looking to develop a hotel partnership then we would love to hear from you! Just drop us a message to sales@circus-berlin.de. We’d be glad to show you around, have a chat over a coffee and see how we can best work together.