Home from home in the German capital: Our pick of Berlin’s best holiday apartments

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Increasingly travellers are looking for alternatives to traditional forms of accommodation, and, for families, small groups and even couples, a holiday apartment combines the flexibility and convenience of space – separate living and sleeping areas, fully equipped kitchens – with the opportunity to experience a destination ‘like a local’. Berlin has numerous options when it comes to holiday apartments, and here are our favourites, from cosy studios to three-bedroom homes from home in the city.

Amano Home 

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Part of a small group, this boutique property close to the fashion stores and art galleries of the Mitte and Prenzlauer Berg neighbourhoods combines the best aspects of having your own apartment in the city with amenities including 24-hour reception, laundry and cleaning services, bike hire and a communal courtyard garden. The 34 stylish apartments with minimalist decor come in a range of sizes and feature kitchenettes, although the area around Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz is packed with excellent restaurants if you don’t fancy cooking.

U-Bahn: Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz

Amano is a five star boutique hotel close to art galleries and stores 

Gorki Apartments 

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The tailored experience offered by these chic, individually designed apartments in a beautifully restored turn-of-the-20th-century building means you can choose the level of services you require, from a fully stocked fridge on arrival to bike rental, private tours and more. They’re in the lively district around Rosenthaler Platz, a few stops north of Alexanderplatz.

U-Bahn: Rosenthaler Platz

Gorki Apartments are very chic and individually designed

Lux 11 

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One of the first to bring the concept of high-end serviced apartments to Berlin proudly aims its luxury spaces in one of Berlin’s trendiest neighbourhoods at the international creative set. Its 72 open-plan apartments and suites, all with kitchen, are an excellent choice for couples heading to Berlin for a romantic break. Within the same 19th-century building, Lux 11 also runs a concept store and milk bar, the Prince restaurant and a fashion store.

S+U-Bahn: Alexanderplatz

Lux 11 is a great choice for a romantic break 

The Mandala Suites  

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The Mandala Suites are another example of combining first-class hotel services with apartment living. Located on Friedrichstraße, one of Berlin’s most important shopping streets, and close to the landmark Gendarmenmarkt square, it is hard to imagine a better location for sightseeing and exploring everything Berlin has to offer. As these are suites and open-plan studio apartments, these are more recommended for couples looking for a home from home in the heart of the action.                

U-Bahn: Stadtmitte

Mandala Suite combines first class hotel service with apartment living 

Old Town Apartments 

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For families or groups of friends, holiday apartments are a great option when they offer separate living and sleeping spaces, to accommodate different ages, interests and bedtimes. The Old Town Apartments in the leafy Prenzlauer Berg neighbourhood offer accommodation for 2-8 people in spacious, tastefully decorated apartments that will allow you and your loved ones to live like a Berliner for your time in the city. The neighbourhood itself is packed with shops, cafés and restaurants, and public transport links the apartments to the city centre in 10 minutes.

U-Bahn: Senefelder Platz

Old Town Apartments is a great choice for families and groups of friends 

The Circus Apartments 

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Having built its reputation with an excellent hotel and hostel, The Circus combines service and sociable spaces with privacy in its modern apartments. Guests can take part in its programme of cultural events and activities, including tours, talks and literary events. The apartments have one to three bedrooms and are individually designed; all have a balcony or roof terrace. Family offerings include baby kits, kids’ games and films, and a laundry room.

U-Bahn: Rosenthaler Platz

The Circus Apartments make you feel right at home with a lot of activities and amenities available

Adina Apartment Hotel Hackescher Markt 

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These apartments include Studio Kings or one-bedroom apartments suited to couples and two-bedroom apartments handy for families or groups of friends, all with fully equipped kitchen and most with a balcony or terrace. The in-house restaurant offers a breakfast service, while Alto Bar offers drinks and meals in the evening. There’s also a grocery delivery service. 

S-Bahn: Hackescher Markt 

Adina Apartment has an in-house restaurant and grocery service