Schöneberg

Berlin
Schoeneberg showing a city
David Bowie and Iggy Pop once lived in this fascinating Berlin district, which is now the diverse center of Berlin’s gay community.

In the heart of western Berlin, this historic district has been the home of some of the city’s most notable residents. Removed from the bars and nightclubs of neighboring Kreuzberg, Schoeneberg has long exuded a certain coolness. At the center of Berlin’s gay community, Schoeneberg is a tolerant and open-minded precinct. Its cozy neighborhoods feature some of the most beautiful streets in the city. Spend a day exploring its parks, squares and churches or shop in one of Europe’s largest department stores, the luxurious Kaufhaus des Westerns.

Immortalized in Christian Isherwood’s famous novel Goodbye to Berlin, Schoeneberg was once the site of extravagant cabaret parties and 1920s decadence. While the party scene may have moved farther east, the decadence and glamor of 1920s Berlin can still be seen as you wander the streets of Schoeneberg.

Visit the enormous Kaufhaus des Westerns, known to locals as KaDeWe, to experience one of Europe’s leading department stores. KaDeWe is home to many of the world’s most exclusive labels and features an impressive food court on its upper two floors. Sample Parisian croissants, Austrian riesling and Atlantic salmon as you explore the gourmet sixth level. Move upstairs for a seated meal in the Winter Garden restaurant, with sweeping views across Wittenbergplatz.

Visit Rathaus Schoeneberg, located on John-F-Kennedy-Platz, to browse in the weekend flea market in front of the town hall. The square is named after the former American president, as it was here in 1963 that Kennedy made his famous “Ich bin ein Berliner” (“I am a Berliner”) speech. The flea market is known for its affordable prices and large collection of books and framed pictures.

Wander past the apartment that David Bowie and Iggy Pop shared in the late 1970s. Other famous past residents of Schoeneberg include Albert Einstein and the actor Klaus Kinski.

Reach Schoeneberg by train or bus. Stay in one of the hotels around Nollendorfplatz for walking access to many of Berlin’s major attractions.


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Schöneberg Hotel Deals

Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum
Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum
Bülowstraße 20-22, Berlin, BE
The price is CA $100 per night from Nov. 21 to Nov. 22
CA $100
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"great location"

Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2024

Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Martin Luther Strasse 1, Berlin, Berlin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $127 per night from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11
CA $127
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,158 reviews)
"Room was very clean , had everything we needed. It is pretty small, but we only needed it to spend a few nights while visiting Berlin. The room has a tea kettle, which was very nice. Would have had a great view but there were scaffolding installed on the building at the time we visited - late October ..."

Reviewed on Nov. 4, 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Hotel City B
Hotel City B
Potsdamer Str. 129, Berlin, BE
The price is CA $88 per night from Nov. 24 to Nov. 25
CA $88
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Good Hotel. Excellent location"

Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2024

Hotel City B
Mercure Hotel Berlin Wittenbergplatz
Mercure Hotel Berlin Wittenbergplatz
4 out of 5
Wittenbergplatz 3, Berlin
The price is CA $133 per night from Nov. 24 to Nov. 25
CA $133
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"It would have been nice to have had the bar opening times in the rooms"

Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2024

Mercure Hotel Berlin Wittenbergplatz
TITANIC Comfort Kurfürstendamm
TITANIC Comfort Kurfürstendamm
Kleiststraße 9-12, Berlin, Berlin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $105 per night from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11
CA $105
CA $118 total
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Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (546 reviews)
"Fantastic and helpful concierge desk. Close to bars, restaurants and cafes in Schöneberg."

Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2024

TITANIC Comfort Kurfürstendamm
Axel Hotel Berlin - Adults Only
Axel Hotel Berlin - Adults Only
Lietzenburger Str 13-15, Berlin, BE
The price is CA $119 per night from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18
CA $119
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great gay neighborhood. Bear Bars and Leather Bars within walking distance as well as Adult Stores and gay coffee shops and bookstores. The property itself is dated and could use a soft goods refresh but I enjoyed my stay. Great front desk team and good housekeeping service."

Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2024

Axel Hotel Berlin - Adults Only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Wilmersdorf

4/5(22 area reviews)

Travelers choose Wilmersdorf for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hohenzollernplatz U-Bahn or Guntzelstrasse U-Bahn and check out top sights like Kurfürstendamm.

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Tempelhof-Schoeneberg

Check out the zoo while you're in Tempelhof-Schoeneberg. Hop on the metro at Tempelhof Station and Tempelhof U-Bahn to see top sights like Tempelhof Park and Columbiahalle.

Tempelhof-Schoeneberg
Tiergarten Soviet War Memorial showing forest scenes, autumn leaves and a pond

Tiergarten

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Tiergarten
West Berlin Centre showing a garden and a fountain as well as a small group of people

West Berlin Centre

Travelers choose West Berlin Centre for its interesting museums. Hop aboard the metro at Uhlandstrasse U-Bahn or Savignyplatz S-Bahn and check out top sights like Kurfürstendamm.

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Mitte which includes modern architecture and a city

Mitte

4.5/5(399 area reviews)

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Mitte
Kreuzberg which includes outdoor art as well as an individual femail

Kreuzberg

4/5(41 area reviews)

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