The Circus Hotel, Berlin - 2026 Editorial Family Guide

Overview

The three-star Circus Hotel Aparthotel is part of the Circus Hotel chain and is located in one of Berlin's central districts, Mitte. For families, there are excellent one and two bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchens. Combined with the spacious rooms, wooden floors and comfortable layout, it is a good substitute for home when travelling. The only drawback is the lack of a bath in the bathroom, which may not be ideal for families with young children.

The Fabisch restaurant-bar on the ground floor means you don't have to spend time cooking. Breakfast is free for children under six and the morning menu includes homemade cereals, jams and marmalades, organic yoghurts, honey and milk, seasonal fruit and vegetables from local farmers. Other restaurants aren't far away either, especially if you use the hotel's bike hire service (which can be fitted with a child seat).

The Fabisch is also a venue for events ranging from music evenings to historical discussions. So an evening at The Circus Hotel can be both fun and rewarding. In addition, the hotel and its partners offer many free walking and bus tours around Berlin. And to ensure that your children's holiday isn't limited to Legoland Discovery Centre and the Berlin Aquarium, when planning your city break, use the C Magazine guide published by the Circus network especially for its guests.

Why We Love It

Close to metro station and good transport links
Walking distance to city centre and attractions
Baby buggies, kangaroos, prams for hire, baby monitors in rooms (on request)
Organic farm produce for breakfast
Close to cafes and grocery shops
Fully equipped kitchenette in the rooms
Bicycle hire and child seats on bikes
Free guided tours, assistance with tickets and transport passes

Things to Know

Rooms with windows facing the road are noisier
No hot meals for breakfast
Parking at additional charge

Amenities for kids

Kitchenette in the room

Babysitting

Crib

Kids menu

Family room

Facilities

Babysitting service (on request)
Bicycle hire
Baby monitors
Board games

Room and Food

Room service
Hot meals, eggs, fresh vegetables, fruit, honey, pastries, granola, jam for breakfast
Natural milk and yoghurt for breakfast
Breakfast for children under 6 years old free of charge
Children's menu (on request, extra charge)

Baby cot (on request, free of charge)

Hotel info

Country:	Germany
Region:	Berlin
Category:	City walks


Airport:	24 km


Address:	Rosenthaler Straße 1, 10119 Berlin Germany
Phone:	+49 (0) 30 2000 39 39
E-mail:	[email protected]

Directions

The Circus Hotel is located in the central Mitte district of Berlin, next to Rosenthaler Platz underground station. It is 24 km from Berlin-Schönefeld Airport.

Those arriving at Schönefeld Airport should take the bus express to the city centre and get off at Alexanderplatz. Change to the U8 underground line towards Wittenau and travel two stops to Rosenthaler Platz.

From the main railway station, take the 142 bus in the direction of Rosenthaler Platz (bus stop Europaplatz, direction Ostbahnhof). From the main bus station, take the S-Bahn (suburban railway) to Messe Nord/ICC and take the S42/S46 to Gesundbrunnen. Change here to the U8 in the direction of Hermannstraße, which will take you to Rosenthaler Platz.

To avoid the hassle of public transport, you can take a taxi from any of the airports or train stations, which will take you directly to your hotel door.

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Amenities

Wi-fi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
TV
Electric kettle
Microwave
Safe
Hairdryer
Laundry/Dry cleaning
Elevator
Parking
Bicycles
Transfer

24-hour reception
Wi-Fi in all areas (free of charge)
Restaurant, bar
Non-Smoking Rooms
Parking for hotel guests (charge)
Bicycle, electric bike and Segway rental
Yoga instructor
Courtyard
Ticket booking service
Walking tours
Musical evenings, historical talks
Library
City guide magazine 'C Magazine' (free, hotel edition)
Free guided tours
Heating
Lift

Accommodation details

The hotel is located in a 4-storey building in the historic centre of Berlin, which was completely renovated in 2008. All 60 rooms are individually decorated by designer Sandra Ernst, with energy-efficient windows and improved wall soundproofing:

Single room 13 sqm, with wide single bed, original desk and rain shower in the bathroom. Maximum occupancy 1 person.

Double Economy Room 16 sqm, with a standard double bed, compact work desk and shower in the bathroom. Maximum occupancy is 2 persons.

Doubles & Twins 18-21 sqm, with king-size bed or twin beds, working space with desk and en-suite shower in the bathroom. Maximum occupancy is 2 guests.

Junior Suite 25-32 sqm, with king-size bed, lounge area with sofa, coffee table and work area. Bathroom with shower. Maximum occupancy 2 guests.

2-room apartment 45-55 sqm, with French windows, separate bedroom and living room. The bedroom has a large double bed. The living area has a lounge with seating furniture, a dining table and an open-plan kitchen. The bathroom has a shower. Maximum occupancy is 3 people.

3-bedroom apartment 65-69 sqm, has two bedrooms and a living room with an open plan kitchen. One bedroom has a double bed and dressing table, the other has two single beds. The living room has a sofa with upholstered furniture and a dining table in the kitchen area. The bathroom has a shower cubicle. Maximum occupancy is 5 people.

Room amenities

Bathroom with shower
Toiletries
Bath towels
Electric fan
Cable TV
Fully equipped kitchen (in apartment)
Wi-Fi (free)
Wooden floors
Personal safe
Central heating
Tea/Coffee facilities

Food and Drink

The Fabisch Restaurant and Bar on the ground floor serves a buffet breakfast to guests of the Circus Hotel. The morning menu includes seasonal fruit and vegetables, honey, milk, yoghurt from local farmers, homemade jams and marmalades, homemade cereals, egg dishes, cold and hot meats, and freshly baked goods.

Breakfast lasts until 1pm, so the authenticity of the food at Fabisch is something even the most die-hard eaters can enjoy. At weekends the kitchen opens an hour later, from 8am, and from 1pm the restaurant switches to a la carte service, serving classic German dishes and its own interpretation. There is a separate children's menu. In the evening, it's worth going up to the rooftop bar, which offers a wonderful view of eastern Berlin.

Opposite the hotel is a café that can easily replace breakfast at the Fabisch. A little further on there are shops, which are handy for stocking up on groceries if you plan to cook your own meals.

Other restaurants and cafes are within walking distance of the hotel, and you can find more tips and advice in C Magazine, published by the Circus hotel chain for its guests.

On-site restaurants and bars: