Reviews of The Circus Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services offered. It is based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
Rosenthalerstr. 1, Mitte, 10119 Berlin, Germany
#30 of 534 hotels in Berlin
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 412 hotel reviews
8.8Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.1
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Comfort
9.1
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Location
9.5
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Facilities
9.0
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Staff
9.4
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Value for money
8.4
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Free WiFi
9.1
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Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Rachael
United Kingdom4 reviews9.0“Stylish hotel, you want to spend time in.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Medium (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Lovely communal areas - cosy bar, relaxing courtyard and sunny roof terrace.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Jean
Mauritius5 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“A Circus with a warm atmosphere.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 4 nights
I had a room facing the main road , and as is normal for a city like Berlin , the traffic can be busy at times and the vehicle sirens can be a little loud now and then . Anyway , with windows closed I slept well without problem.
The main advantage of the hotel is its location . Central , close to taxi stand, U stations , main attractions . The breakfast was excellent , with nice cosy decor , good food and coffee. Excellent service with kind attention.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Jeremy
Switzerland17 reviews6 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location, nice hotel with a lovely courtyard, amazing staff !
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Jennifer
United Kingdom17 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Fabulous”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 4 nights
no fault found
I liked the decor, the bed was comfortable, the shower excellent, the room clean, we did not eat at the hotel but we did use the bar and the staff were lovely I recommend the House Spritz- its a really tasty drink!
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Sarah
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Plus (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Gorgeous room, brilliantly friendly and helpful staff, great bar, delicious breakfast and coffee.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 4 July 2025
Deere
Australia2 reviews10“Quirky hotel in perfect location with great staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Medium (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing!
Everything! It was individual, great location and great staff.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 3 July 2025
Penelope
United Kingdom8 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Medium Twin (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
N/A
Relaxed, understated, stylish, comfortable place to stay in a great location
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 22 June 2025
Douglass
Australia8 reviews10“Loved it and would definitely go back.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Unfortunately it was very hot when we were there and their cooling g system was not working well enough to cope with the heat and because it was on a main Intersection we could not open the windows at night. This did not diminish our stay.
The decor was wonderfully quirky. Well located. The staff were amazing, cheerful and so helpful!
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 16 June 2025
Nevenka
Australia8 reviews1 helpful vote10“Berlin’s Best!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Rooms slightly small but great for our needs. Too busy exploring, drinking great wine and eating delicious pastries!
Location is fantastic, lots of eateries nearby, the hotel was exceptionally clean and service was excellent! Highly recommend!
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 15 June 2025
Stephen
United States2 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Medium Twin (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Duvets too hot as mentioned above.
The breakfasts were very good. The beds were fine but the duvet covers were much too heavy and hot for summer. They should be much lighter or a sheet provided under them to sleep under alone when it is hot. The staff was great- very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 14 June 2025
Rona
Israel7 reviews10“Lovely place in the beautiful beating heart of Berlin”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I loved the location and the style of the hotel
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 13 June 2025
Irenevisak
Netherlands18 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“One of the best places to stay in Mitte.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
The beds had a plastic cover on the mattress which was a little weird and kind of warm. The sheet were not 100% cotton, it was in general too warm. Would have liked to have better ventilation/ac and cotton sheet with a flat sheet under the duvet. It can be hot in Berlin during the summer, so I don't know how it is when the temperatures rise.
Friendly staff. Beautiful decoration, I had The Studio and this room had a lot of character, was very quite as well. The bathroom was comfortable, very spacey with a nice shower and good towels. The toiletries were also good.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 9 June 2025
Mary
United Kingdom19 reviews1 helpful vote10“A delightful welcoming hotel with evrything you need for a perfect Berlin trip”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Plus (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 2 nights
i have no complaints
Every staff member was so warm and friendly. I lved the decor and ambience and the outside garden/bar area. The room was fab and i loved the toiletries and the fact you could ask for perfume/ facecream etc
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 4 June 2025
Laura
United Kingdom8 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Plus (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
Friendly and super helpful staff, great location.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 4 June 2025
Desousa
United States2 reviews9.0“Really nice unique hotel in a great area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 2 nights
The room was a bit small for 2 people with one side up against the wall. There was no AC, but it was fine while we were there.
Breakfast was great and we loved having a la carte options. The bar was terrific, the staff were professional and friendly and gave us great restaurant recommendations. The room was a bit small for two of us (I would upgrade to the slightly larger one next time), but it was spotless and well set up. It is a very convenient area of Berlin.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 3 June 2025
Thomas
United States9 reviews10“Had an amazing time in Berlin at a fantastic hotel.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Medium (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 4 nights
We found nothing that needed improvement. This is not a huge chain hotel with massive rooms... which we don't prefer. It's a boutique hotel in an old that is very nicely remodeled and decorated. Very cool space.
The location is fantastic. Plenty close to shopping, restaurants, museums, night life. The staff is the best! Arun & Max at the hotel bar/restaurant are fantastic, friendly, and gave great recommendations for other restaurants and entertainment. Fernanda at the hotel is super as well. The entire staff was great.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 26 May 2025
Niamh
Italy26 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Good spot”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Large (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Bar / restaurant managed independently from hotel so it felt like two separate entities. The hotel roof top bar was closed unfortunately.
Good location clean and great decor
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 18 May 2025
Mike
United Kingdom6 reviews9.0“Great hotel. Great staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
The hotel location is good. It’s only a short walk to the museum district with lots of options for bars and restaurants nearby. That said, the bar in the hotel is a great place to start or finish an evening.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 18 May 2025
Paul
United Kingdom3 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Room was very hot
Location and staff
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 15 May 2025
Karen
United Kingdom26 reviews1 helpful vote10“Fantastic”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Plus (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Superb friendly staff
Brilliant boutique hotel walking distance of main sites
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 8 May 2025
Sarah
United Kingdom12 reviews10“We will book again! Loved Berlin and the Circus Hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Small (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Friendly and welcoming staff
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Simone
Netherlands30 reviews5 helpful votes9.0“Modern and luxurious feel, would stay here again!”- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Medium (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 4 nights
The bathroom could have been a bit bigger and the cleaning services a bit quicker, yet whenever the staff was asked something they were very helpful and every question was solved easily.
Modern, spacious, and a luxurious feel: that how I'd described the Circus hotel. Would love to come back soon, because the breakfast as well as the cocktails were really good. Location-wise you're near all the public transport options you need.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Anna
Finland10 reviews9.0“Very friendly hotel, great location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Plus (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There were a couple of hot days and during those couple of nights the room got quite warm as we could not keep the windows open (due to noise from the street). Seemed like the AC was not working very well.
Very friendly and comfortable hotel, location is great! We had a small room but it was adequate enough for 2 adults. Would stay here again!
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Baran
Turkey4 reviews10“Great, friendly staff. Clean and functional rooms. Awesome location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Plus (max 2 pax)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing!
Location and friendly staff.
Stayed in May 2025
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