Hotels near East Side Gallery
Discover the Berlin Wall and it’s open-air gallery
Where is the East Side Gallery?
Berlin’s East Side Gallery is the largest section of the old Berlin Wall that still stands in the German capital today. Located between the districts of Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg, on the Mühlenstrasse and next to River Spree, the East Side Gallery is the only real testimony to the existence of the wall for more than twenty years.
You can walk around it for about a kilometer, looking at what was left of the Berlin Wall after the Berliners tore it down on 9th November 1989. Considered one of the longest open-air galleries in the world, the East Side Gallery is a must-see place to understand the development of European history through art.
Therefore, we bring you some of the best hotels in East Side Gallery where you can have a warm and cozy stay.
Why should you visit the East Side Gallery?
The East Side Gallery is an open-air gallery where hundreds of artists from different countries captured their perspectives of the Berlin Wall and its meaning for contemporary societies. This exhibition conveys the feeling of freedom and optimism which characterised the end of the Cold War.
Its wall is covered with multiple murals, making the East Side Gallery’s 1316-metre section of the Berlin Wall the largest open-air art gallery in the world.
This special place in the German capital is fully accessible, free of charge, and certainly worth a walk, so do not miss a chance to check it out.
If you fancy a first-class experience in Berlin, here are some NH hotels near East Side Gallery.
Where can you stay near to the East Side Gallery in Berlin?
nhow Berlin
It’s the closest NH hotel to this tourist attraction, just a 10-minute walk away (900meters).
The nhow Berlin hotel is located on the banks of the river Spree, and you can see it from the windows and balconies of the rooms.
The city center can be reached easily from this accommodation as it has several public transport stops around.
The rooms are spacious and original and are equipped with all the amenities. In addition, the hotel features a restaurant with a varied gastronomic menu, an art gallery, a gym, and a relaxation area.
NH Berlin Alexanderplatz
This hotel is located 2.5km from East Side Gallery, half an hour's walk.
NH Berlin Alexanderplatz is the perfect accommodation for tourists or business people who want to remain close to the city's main attractions or stay in a central area of the German capital.
The hotel’s buffet breakfast service will make you start your day with a large variety of fresh local products. Moreover, the hotel features a wellness area, sauna, disabled access and more.
NH Berlin City Ost
An elegant building located in a residential area just 3 kilometers from the city center, the NH Berlin City Ost is a contemporary facility where you will have a quiet and enjoyable stay.
This accommodation features 99 fully-equipped rooms, designed in an outstanding modern style and with plenty of amenities. In addition, traditional German food is served all day and its summer terrace will make your stay even nicer.
NHC Berlin Mitte Checkpoint Charlie
Nestled in the heart of the city, the NHC Mitte Checkpoint Charlie offers high-quality services such as a large and fully-equipped conference room, a restaurant specialised in the fusion of different international cuisines, or a state-of-the-art fitness facility.
Within the hotel, we can enjoy a wide variety of rooms, from simple yet spacious rooms to suites. Also, its 392 rooms feature all kinds of luxurious amenities to enjoy a unique experience and explore everything Berlin has to offer.
What to see and to do near the East Side Gallery?
As an open, dynamic, and lively city, Berlin features multiple sights and attractions for tourists.
These are some of the most relevant places you can visit near the East Side Gallery.
Brandenburg Gate
A hallmark of Berlin, Germany, and Europe, the Brandenburg Gate is one of the few monuments to survive the war. One of the best things you can do is to visit it both day and night.Berlin Wall
Known all around the world, the Berlin Wall was built after the Second World War, at the height of the Cold War between the Soviet communists and the Allies, and divided the city between the East and West.Alexanderplatz
Located in the city center, this popular square is home to the 368-metre-high TV Tower. If you climb to the top, you will have unique views of the city and the chance to eat at its tasty revolving Sphere restaurant.Berlin Cathedral
The Berlin Cathedral is famous for its green copper dome and its magnificent altar made of white marble and yellow onyx. Also, from the top of the dome, you can enjoy unparalleled views of Berlin with the river Spree in the foreground.Holocaust Memorial
This monument consists of a large grid of corridors where you can find multiple blocks of different heights. It has an underground area with a room where you can find the names and dates of birth and death of the victims of the Holocaust.
Moreover, the German capital is well-known for its fun nightlife and its varied gastronomic offer. In addition to its wide range of pubs, clubs and cocktail bars, German food is usually quite tasty and hearty.
How can you get to the East Side Gallery?
To visit the East Side Gallery, you can take the train lines S3, S5, S7 or S9 from Ostbahnhof station, or the same lines and U1 metro from WarschauerStraße station.
When you get to this former section of the Berlin Wall, you will find hundreds of tourists strolling along it, looking at the multiple wall paintings.
Without a doubt, it is a walk where you will see artworks of all styles and features, from the most colourful and humorous to the most tragic. Stay at one of these hotels neat East Side Gallery for a top-notch experience in the German capital.
