The Circus Hostel in Berlin offers a vibrant atmosphere, rooftop terrace, breakfast at The Circus Cafe, in-room WiFi, bike rentals, coworking spaces, and knowledgeable staff to ensure visitors make the most of their stay.
Located in Mitte, a neighborhood in Berlin, The Circus Hostel is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Brandenburg Gate and Berlin TV Tower are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Hackescher Markt and Friedrichstrasse. Check out an event or a game at Uber Arena, and consider making time for Zoo Berlin, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Berlin travel guide
Hackescher Markt and Berlin TV Tower are located near The Circus Hostel, which provides a terrace, designer stores on site, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, The Circus Cafe, offers breakfast, light fare, and al fresco dining. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
Karaoke, a front-desk safe, and coworking spaces
Luggage storage, bicycle tour information, and multilingual staff
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 72 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Heating and portable fans
Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10.90 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
The Circus Cafe
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Bicycle storage
Bicycle tours
Books
Designer stores
Evening entertainment
Games
Karaoke
Family friendly
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Coworking space
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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1 building
5 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Built in 1890
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable tableware
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
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Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Eco-friendly toiletries
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
LED lighting
Portable fan
Recycling
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 8.025 percent will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10.9 per person
Self parking fee: EUR 20 per day
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property is 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
Is The Circus Hostel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Circus Hostel?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Circus Hostel on 8 March 2026 start from AED 232, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for EUR 20 per day.
What time is check-in at The Circus Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Circus Hostel?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is The Circus Hostel located?
Located in Mitte, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Torstrasse, Hackescher Markt, and Friedrichstrasse. Alexanderplatz and Berlin TV Tower are also within 1 mi (2 km). Rosenthaler Place U-Bahn is only a 3-minute walk and Brunnenstraße-Invalidenstraße Tram Stop is 5 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Circus Hostel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Andrés
5 December 2025
The staff from the guest services is very polite, friendly and willing to assist the guest. They are very warm and helpful.
Andrés
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Yuto
6 December 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
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.
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!
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.
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
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Russell
6 March 2025
Liked: Amenities
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
Booked a quiet, comfortable and spacious single room for four nights. The shared bathroom was clean and never busy. The staff were friendly and very helpful, especially with questions about getting around Berlin. There wasn’t a guest kitchen but there was a free breakfast buffet from 8am until 1pm daily.
The location is good, close to public transportation. I reserved single room, smelled bad, no ventilation and they don’t open the doors, since they don’t clean it or bring towels every day. No power outlet near the bed except loose USB, that keeps disconnecting.