Top 7 Budget Hotels in Berlin, from unusual boats to trendy eco-friendly venues

The Dude hotel is set in a restored 19th-century townhouse, just a few minutes’ walk from Museum Island. Each room features an individual decor with original brass bedsteads and bright accent walls. Buffet breakfast served in YADA YADA breakfast club is generous, snacks and drinks are available during the day. One more pleasant detail is complimentary goodies on arrival. For fine dining, there is a restaurant which specialises in American cuisine. And for a few drinks and new acquaintances head to the wine bar attached to the hotel.

This four-star hotel is a great budget-friendly option located in Charlottenburg. Kurfürstendamm street with its shops and boutiques is a 10-minute walk, so fashion lovers will definitely appreciate it. The rooms are not large but smart and stylish, decorated with natural materials. There are also free mini-bars with non-alcoholic drinks. Some rooms have small balconies with nice city views. The other advantages of Bleibtreu Berlin are a cosy courtyard with potted plants, bike rental and a popular bistro nearby.

Located in the district of Wedding, Steps-Hotel is a great cheap base for sightseeing. Some central landmarks such as Brandenburg Gate can be reached on foot, while the U-Bahn station in a few minutes’ stroll allows to get to any point of Berlin easily. The hotel offers different room types plus lofts and apartments with a kitchen, so it may be a convenient option for groups and families. The rooms are basic yet clean and comfortable, feature desks and fridges. Wi-Fi is free and the buffet breakfast is hearty and delicious.

Staying in this accommodation is an absolutely unique experience, as the hotel is set in the two boats moored on the Spree river. The location is prime, just between Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg districts with their nightclubs and trendy cafes. Oberbaum Bridge and East Side Gallery are nearby as well. The cabin rooms of this budget-friendly property are compact but cosy, with wonderful river views and central heating. Floating Lounge's deck is a nice place to have a drink and admire the scene. There is also a roof terrace with cheap tents available to sleep in.

Almodóvar Hotel is a budget environmentally-friendly property for eco-conscious travellers. Located in the chic area of Friedrichshain, it’s great to explore the local art scene or just hang out in numerous bars. The rooms are stylish and light, with sustainable rosewood furniture, yoga mats and minibar with organic products. The onsite Almodóvar’s restaurant is entirely vegetarian and is famous for its vegan currywurst and croissants. There are also a rooftop sauna and a spa zone. As the rates are cheap, guests can spend the saved money on meat-free döner kebab at Vöner or a pint of craft beer at Hops & Barley brewery.

This budget-friendly hotel is tucked away in a restored 19th-century residential building in Prenzlauer Berg, not far from Berlin Wall memorial. Mauerpark and public transport are nearby as well. The interiors of Linnen Berlin are a charming mix of modern and vintage details. Each room has an individual design, and all rooms have wooden parquet flooring, kettles and selection of teas. Overall, Linnen Berlin has standard rooms, a three-room apartment and a street-level studio. There is also a ground-floor cafe designed in a similar funky style, with cute retro tables, sofas and chairs.

Huttenpalast Berlin is probably the most bizarre and eccentric venue with quintessentially Berlin flair and cheap rates. It is located in a former factory complex and offers not only double rooms to live in but also original vintage caravans and chic mountain huts. There are plenty of quirky details to explore - flowerbeds made of bathtubs, vintage furniture, flea-market lamps and chairs. Huttenpalast has also a nice courtyard garden with outdoor seating and a cafe serving healthy food. Moreover, there is a wide choice of trendy restaurants, cafes and bars within a 5-minute walk.