In the heart of Berlin, The Circus Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere with a rooftop terrace and designer stores on site. Enjoy breakfast at The Circus Cafe, connect to WiFi in your room, or unwind with bike rentals and coworking spaces nearby. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Brunnenstraße-Invalidenstraße Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Zionskirchplatz Tram Stop - 7 min walk
Restaurants
Zeit für Brot - 1 min walk
Rosenthaler Grill- und Schlemmerbuffet - 1 min walk
The Barn - 1 min walk
Mein Haus am See - 1 min walk
Zerö Kebab - 2 min walk
About this property
The Circus Hostel
When you stay at The Circus Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Hackescher Markt and Friedrichstrasse. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Circus Cafe, which serves breakfast. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rosenthaler Place U-Bahn is 3 minutes and Brunnenstraße-Invalidenstraße Tram Stop is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
72 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 20 per day)
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Evening entertainment
Karaoke
Bicycle tour information
Free use of nearby fitness center
Working away
Coworking spaces
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Bike storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1890
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Designer stores on site
Bicycle parking
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Local culture & ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Water dispenser
Reusable tableware only
Lockers available
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Dining
The Circus Cafe - This café serves breakfast and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 8.025 percent will be charged
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10.9 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 20 per day
Policies
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Circus Hostel Berlin
Circus Hostel
Circus Berlin
The Circus Hostel Berlin
The Circus Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Circus Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Berlin
Frequently asked questions
Does The Circus Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Circus Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Circus Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Circus Hostel?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 20 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Circus Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at The Circus Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Spielbank Berlin (8-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near The Circus Hostel?
Yes, The Circus Cafe offers alfresco dining.
What's the area around The Circus Hostel like?
The Circus Hostel is in Mitte, a short 3-minute walk from Rosenthaler Place U-Bahn and 18 minutes' walk from Alexanderplatz.
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Reviews
The Circus Hostel Reviews
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Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.4
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
Excellent place to stay in Berlin!
Great place to stay in Berlin, right in the center of town and well connected via public transportation. Also, very clean, great staff, and efficient check-in and check- out. Highly recommend this place!
Juan
Juan, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2025
The staff were great. Everything was clean and smooth sailing.
Even for a short trip, you’ll quickly get around and situated with nearby transit options.
Julia
Julia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 5, 2025
The staff from the guest services is very polite, friendly and willing to assist the guest. They are very warm and helpful.
Andrés
Andrés, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 28, 2025
Friendly staff, clean property, your location and comfy bed. Highly recommend. Downside was no privacy curtains and no power outlets in the bed... Otherwise a great stay
michael
michael, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2025
The staff were all kind and help me stay comfortably and have a good time in Berlin.
What caught my eye were the shower rooms and toilet because their cleanness was not enough for me.
Yuto
Yuto, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
Room was amazing, area is perfect loads of activities hosted daily. People are amazing, staff was very helpful. Definitely will return in the future
Jaydon
Jaydon, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
We chose to have breakfast out. But we loved our room which was immaculate, clean. Staff were brilliant, helpful and bi-lingual.
Gillian
Gillian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2025
Had an emergency while staying here and the staff was kind and accommodating! So lucky
Alanah
Alanah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2025
Right in front of U8 station! So easy to get around Berlin!! I found this hostel to be extremely clean and convenient. Thank you :)
Jenipher
Jenipher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2025
Great location! Comfortable
Thuy-Van
Thuy-Van, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Amazing location. Clean rooms and fantastic staff. But no kitchen or common amenities.
Rami
Rami, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
Very convenient location.
Charles
Charles, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Staff was amazing, rooms good and clean. Nice little bar downstairs. Literally a tram stop right out front and lots of bike and scooter options within meters.
TIMOTHY
TIMOTHY, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2025
Very conveniently located, with the downside that it was exceedingly noisy at night. Room (slept in a shared dorm) was quite warm, and the bathroom facilities did not smell amazing, although they appeared clean and well maintained. Staff were friendly and the building itself was quite nice, and I felt safe staying there.
Jem
Jem, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2025
This is the best hostel in Berlin. I would strongly recommend it, great atmosphere and fun people.
Rohan
Rohan, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2024
Okay hostel in prime location.
Terance
Terance, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2024
Every time I stay at The Circus Hostel I have top notch service and care. The staff is so wonderful and so easygoing that it made our stay feel like hanging with old friends.
George
George, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 22, 2024
The beds were a bit hard but the staff and other amenities were great!
Craig
Craig, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2025
The staff is wonderful. Very friendly and helpful. I treated myself to a single room and had my own bathroom and a balcony with great views.
Russell
Russell, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2024
Almost everything was perfect with really nice and clean rooms/showers/toilets/lounge and comfy beds. The pillow provided was quite soft but still serviceable.
Ben
Ben, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2024
As hostels go, this was good. Breakfast was nice and varied. Met some nice fellow travellers
Sebastian
Sebastian, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
We stayed in an apartment and we loved it. We would stay here again. Fab location. Great staff. Especially great for young people but worked well for us over 40. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. It was nice to have coffee for the morning. The bed was comfortable and a good size for two adults. The only thing to improve is temperature control. The room faced east and warmed up the big windows fast and there is no A/C. So we managed ok balancing working the blinds with getting fresh air. It would have been nice if temperature were easier to manage in that apartment.
Vanessa
Vanessa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2023
Great location of Berlin, clean modern room, balcony for people watching. Only opportunity for improvement would be the temperature of the room (a little warm for sleeping).
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2023
Had a free luggge locker room to drop luggage off. Staff were super friendly and answered any questions I had. Space was clean and tidy, lots going on nearby.
James
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
I particularly liked the hostel's character and the location. The proximity to public transportation, while located on a relatively quiet street with plenty of charming places to enjoy a coffee or a branch within 1-2' walk distance. Breakfast was also great, with plethora of protein, carbs and vitamin-loaded options. And maybe I was lucky, but in these 3 days and nights I stayed there, every single staff and guest i saw in room, lobby and breakfast area were all looking and acting in a social and very sharp style.