Michelberger Hideouts

Modern Hideouts within a Renovated 20th-Century Factory

Quickly becoming one of east Berlin's favorite hangouts, the Michelberger Hotel is a creatively conceived and cooly executed remake of a 20th-century factory. The hotel was originally developed in 2009 together with designer Werner Aisslinger in collaboration with stylists Anja Knauer and Sibylle Oellerich, who were responsible for adapting the industrial spaces with an eclectic, laid-back and artsy vibe.

London-based Jonathan Tuckey Design and Danish architect Sigurd Larsen have recently refreshed the lobby and guest rooms and undertaken a unique capsule concept focusing on a handful of suites on the fourth floor. These four self-contained architecturally sharp suites are where you can hideout from the world. Playful, luxurious, spacious and tactile, they are designed in Panerholz wood, with clever fold-out, multipurpose spaces and sleek minimalist style. 

The hotel's lobby is the creative and social heart of the hotel, with funky, low lying furnishings and decor, to encourage guests to linger over a book, play the piano and relax together. The slightly gritty, alt-culture neighborhood is one of the city's most vibrant and eclectic, and these vacation home rentals in Berlin are part of the unique east side culture.

Located in the trendy Friedrichshain neighborhood on the east side of the Spree River, these vacation home rentals in Berlin are tucked away within the Michelberger Hotel, one of the neighborhood's favorite destinations to stay and play in this up-and-coming area. 

Reinterpreted in a spare, modern style, each suite is uniquely designed, with king-size beds, an additional mezzanine sleeping area, and a living room with a fully-equipped kitchen. There is one bath and a private sauna in each. 

The hotel's cafe and restaurant feature organic seasonal products from the hotel's farm in Brandenburg and they've created and developed two signature drinks: a bracing herbal schnapps, their own coconut water, Fountain of Youth.

During the warmer months the courtyard, lounge, cafe and bar host music and events while in  winter, the fire pits are lit in the courtyard for a cozy escape from the cold.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Fully staffed with restaurant, cafe and bar, and room service limited to certain rooms. Rooms include minibar and kitchens, projector or big screen TV, bath amenities included.

Wifi throughout, small fitness room and yoga studio available for guests in the hotel.

AROUND

Located in East Berlin's Friedrichshain neighborhood on the banks of the  Spree River, the former industrial zone is quickly becoming a trendy-alt hotspot, with infamous nightlife and techno clubs (including the world-famous Berghain), many emerging restaurants, bars and a pedestrian friendly zone of boutiques and galleries near the leafy Boxhagener Platz.

Just over the historic Oberbaumbrücke, the longest standing stretch of the Berlin Wall - the East Side Gallery and Watergate are within a short walk. The  Warschauer Str. U Bahn across the street gives you excellent access to the rest of the city. 

Linked to the Kreuzberg district by the castle-like Oberbaum Bridge over the river, the Kreuzberg district is well known as the artistic heart and soul of the city and as the birthplace of ’alternativ kultur’ during the cold war. Today, it's considered a district of great diversity and a destination that values creativity, authenticity and open-minded modern life with a lively social, cultural scene. The famous street art and graffiti is as much a part of the neighborhood as the iconic food carts and stands and sidewalk cafes, where the daytime street culture gives way to a popular nightlife and music scene. 

The famous Turkish market along the canal is must see and the neighborhood is ideally laid out for walking and easily connecting with the rest of the city. 

Following long periods of turmoil and reunification, Berlin has emerged as a vibrant and modern city that is revitalized in spirit. The glamour is back, along with an edgy cultural renaissance that makes Berlin the capital of cool. 

LOCATION

Berlin, Germany. Nearest Airport: Berlin Schönefeld Airport (19km)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through Fall are peak season but the city is fascinating year round.