Hotel Residenz Begaswinkel

A really wonderful magical place. A place of calm and beauty in the centre of Berlin

Beautiful late XIXth century renovated city house, which has maintained general features (wooden floors, spiral staircase, window proportions, along with beautifully planted balconies for several rooms (I had one, which was great to come home to!). Staff was personable and willing to help with details, accommodate schedule, listen to questions. Bed very comfortable & well appointed, good linens. Wooden floors greatly appreciated - clean, comfortable in hot weather. Location in quiet, "genuine" neighborhood convenient to public transport and provided with places for forgotten necessities (apothecary, multi-purpose store, grocery, drinks store), as well as an assortment of modest restaurants of various ethnicities.

Lighting (for makeup, shaving, what have you) in bathroom not helpful, shower difficult to exit. Electrical outlets (especially for recharging electronics) were not conveniently located, probably could use a few more, as one had to unplug small refrigerator in order to use standing fan. No lift, which might have made arrival with suitcase daunting & roof-top breakfast room hard to access for older clients; at least mention that in description of facilities! All things that one anticipates could be encountered in renovated older structure; just needs more thinking for details and then alerting potential guests to (understandable) limitations.

Quiet and peaceful hotel and location. Lovely garden and terrace. The breakfast was good with many choices. The staff were so friendly!

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There was fresh bread for toasting system. There was no fresh crossant available in the breakfast menu. There was no cereal with milk available.