When you think of a motel in North America what comes to mind? Some dingy, threadbare, questionable establishment, right? Not Motel One friends! I stumbled upon this delightful chain whilst trying to find my perfect Berlin accommodations. Hostels and I are not friends. But I'm also not a millionaire. Enter Motel One. They have something like 5 locations in Berlin. I picked this one in Kreuzberg. And I am so pumped that I did.
First off it is literally like 30 steps to the subway, so you are zipping along to other parts of the city in no time. Its also in a fun neighbourhood. Think hipster meets punk meets students. I was quickly and safely able to walk to tasty restaurants and some pretty dope bars and lounges.
The rooms are fantastic. I was blown away. Adorable colour scheme, big shower stall, comfortable beds, AIR CONDITIONING!!! And for an extra 7 euros you get wifi in your room AND a buffet breakfast. That breakfast blew my mind. Our North American hotels should start taking notes! Fresh buns, fresh cheeses, fresh meats, soft boiled eggs, yogurts, fresh fruit, coffee and teas. Oh and they let you pay your hotel bill in your home currency which means Visa couldn't ding me an exchange rate!
Again, Motel One is the bomb. Go. Stay. Enjoy! read more