In the heart of Lichtenberg, a&o Berlin Kolumbus brings entertainment to your doorstep. Challenge friends at the billiards/pool table, unwind with free newspapers, or connect to in-room WiFi. With an arcade/game room and meeting rooms on site, this hotel is perfect for both work and play.
Berlin Hohenschoenhausen Memorial - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Wellblechpalast - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Sportforum - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
Lido Orankesee - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) - 44 min drive
Landsberger Allee Station - 6 min drive
Berlin Hohenschönhausen Station - 7 min drive
Berlin-Lichtenberg Station - 8 min drive
Genslerstraße Tram Stop - 7 min walk
Arendsweg Tram Stop - 10 min walk
Werneuchener Straße Tram Stop - 11 min walk
Restaurants
Bäckerei & Konditorei Rauch - 16 min walk
IKEA Restaurant Berlin-Lichtenberg - 17 min walk
IKEA Hotdog Stand - 17 min walk
TERA Restaurant - 14 min walk
Konrads Kebab House - 11 min walk
About this property
a&o Berlin Kolumbus
When you stay at a&o Berlin Kolumbus, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Alexanderplatz and Museum Island. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Also, Uber Arena and Berlin TV Tower are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say good things about the overall property condition. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Genslerstraße Tram Stop is 7 minutes and Arendsweg Tram Stop is 10 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
214 rooms
Arranged over 8 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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 16
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Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite self parking (EUR 12.50 per day)
Onsite parking limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Free offsite parking within 328 ft
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Pool table
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1975
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop garden
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Locally sourced food is prioritized
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
Renewable energy used
Double-glazed windows
Uses some LED lighting
Comprehensive food waste policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 98
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Uses some LED lighting
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in GreenSign Hotel, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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 12.50 for adults and EUR 6.25 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 15 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 15 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 12.50 per day
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
This property uses some solar energy.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Does a&o Berlin Kolumbus offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, a&o Berlin Kolumbus 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 a&o Berlin Kolumbus?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at a&o Berlin Kolumbus?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 12.50 per day. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at a&o Berlin Kolumbus?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of EUR 15 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 15 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at a&o Berlin Kolumbus and nearby?
A&o Berlin Kolumbus has an arcade.
What's the area around a&o Berlin Kolumbus like?
A&o Berlin Kolumbus is in Lichtenberg, a short 7-minute walk from Genslerstraße Tram Stop.
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Cleanliness
6.4
Location
7.2
Staff & service
6.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
The woman at the front desk was absolutely wonderful and the hotel was very clean
Olivia
Olivia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2024
The staff is very friendly and helpful
The hotel is very suitable for a budget traveler
Hamrawit
Hamrawit, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Staff we’re very friendly and helpful!
Cory
Cory, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2025
Nice and neat hostel with lively people around the reception area. Playing music, snooker pool and others. It has a lot of young Gen Z who make it a lovely place. I loved my 3 nights stay definitely going back.
ROBERT
ROBERT, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2023
We had a clean room with comfortable matrases and pillows. i really slept like in my own bed.
Thank you very much
Farida
Farida, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 12, 2025
Everything was great. Our group was pleased.
Brea
Brea, 6-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Feb 16, 2026
So dirty
The hot water did not work
Windows were not opening properly
Smelly bedding and etc…
Armin
Armin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Very cozy Hostel and nice big family room
Mikael
Mikael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
Great!
John
John, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Dec 21, 2025
Cancellation without reason
Kacper
Kacper, 14-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 17, 2025
Basic but did exactly what we needed.
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Nice place, good price
Nice place, outside of down town area. But easy to drive to
William
William, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Sep 2, 2025
Disgusting couldn’t even sleep there. Had to sleep somewhere else at a friends hotel.
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2023
Very helpful friendly staff. Comfy bed and clean room. What more could you ask for! Enjoyed our stay
Carla
Carla, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2023
Although a Hostel but we could stay few nights together with our children, it’s on a good location exactly where I wanted to. Friendly and helpful personnel.
Farida
Farida, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2023
Really good family
Really good
Alfheidur
Alfheidur, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2022
Wonderful couple of nights in Berlin
Great stay in this hostel for a couple of nights. The ambiance is great, very lively. The rooms were comfortable and bathrooms clean. The staff are friendly, I had no issue getting help and they were ready to go out of their way to help me out. I loved my stay here, I highly recommend this hostel.
Dadia
Dadia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2023
Very good quality for price paid
Very good quality for price paid
Lucian
Lucian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2023
Perfect
Katerina
Katerina, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 30, 2024
Very limited parking, and lots of smoking just in front of the door.
Yushan
Yushan, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 17, 2023
Good price for what's being offered. Don't expect super luxury, but just a decent room with a nice shower and okay beds. In the lobby there's plenty to do, even if some things (pool table) might need replacement. My kids and myself had a great stay and would probably stay here again if we ever visit Berlin again.
Sebastiaan
Sebastiaan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2023
It was all good
Mandlankosi
Mandlankosi, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 5, 2025
Elevator was not working. Bathrooms were not working. Coffee machines were not working. Check-in was a hassle. I complained to reception on several occasions to fix the bathroom but it wasn’t taken care of the entire floor smelled like poop. The entire staff was rude and not helpful except for Basem and the Kind Indian girl at the reception. My stay was very unsanitary and I would never stay here again. I request a refund.