Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin

Adults-only hostel near Alexanderplatz

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Einzel Kapsel
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Dining
Courtyard

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Johannisstr. 11, Berlin, BE, 10117
  • Place, Friedrichstrasse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum Island
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Hackescher Markt
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Berlin (BER-Brandenburg)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (1 Bed in 6-bed Room)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (1 Bed in Quadruple Room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (1 Bed in 8-bed Room)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Einzel Kapsel

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Berlin

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Mitte hostel, you'll find Friedrichstrasse and Museum Island. Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg Gate are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Friedrichstrasse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Museum Island - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Friedrichstadt-Palast - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hackescher Markt - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alexanderplatz - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Oranienburger Straße S-Bahn - 2 min walk
  • Friedrichstraße Station - 10 min walk
  • Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vino & Basilico - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grand Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sportsbar Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Que Pasa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Peter’s Berlin - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin

Adults-only hostel near Alexanderplatz
As a guest of Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin, you'll find a library, a terrace, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin also features multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Berlin hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2003
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin offers 47 shared accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Library
  • Shopping mall

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 path to elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 10 per person, per stay
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 8.025 percent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 15 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, cash, and mobile payments. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number Johannisstraße 11, 00493029003300, Weißbach & Schwarz GmbH & Co KG, DE255879677

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Gold Hostel
Heart Gold Berlin
Heart Gold Hostel
Heart Gold Hostel Berlin
Heart Hostel
Heart Of Gold Hotel Berlin
Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin Berlin
Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin to the airport?

Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin is 17.1 mi (50-min drive) away from the Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $45, 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.

Does Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin.

Does Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for EUR 15 per night.

Does Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin have a pool?

Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin does not have a pool.

Does Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin to downtown Berlin?

Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin is 1.9 mi away from Berlin.

Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 376 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed in a capsule which was quite well equipped, very comfortable and spacious
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessim

Good for one night , capsule clean confortable but dont expect much
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fantastic stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Idowu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mats Göran Ingemar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kacper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marc Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hostel. I booked a pod and found it well organized and quite comfortable. The facilities were clean, and it was clear the staff clean regularly. Overall, a hassle-free stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room great. Bathrooms clean and spacious. Public area inviting. Kitchen well equipped. Elevator! Beer price good! Nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Staff & service
Nice people working there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Congduc

Was in a capsule. Funny and ok to sleep. Hôtel is very convenient and is close to all interesting places. Free tea and coffee is really nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Josette

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor service, room key continually not working, lack of ammenities, smelly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The cubicle that I had was really good and nice. The staff were super friendly and very pleasant to interact with, as well as very respectful. I recommend this place to anyone :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great central location and perfect for several days exploring Berlin.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel, free coffee 24/7. Amazing location and great social atmosphere. Will be back 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Had a great experience here! The beds were surprisingly comfortable. I enjoyed that the shower area is huge and
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy Julissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near the center!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raghavendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location, cleanliness, staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and helpful staff and rooms where exactly what you pay for. Bathrooms had good water pressure and were pretty clean. Beds were comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great and the staff are super helpful! The vibe of this place is really great for young ppl wanting to travel and meet people and hang out in the bar/lobby. 4/5 stars cuz the bathrooms weren't always super clean or would be occupied. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room had some problems with one of the people staying in it bringing people back with her
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pod was a little hot for me. However, it was clean quiet and worth the money. Showers were hot,good water pressure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice capsule. Only issue I had was with the noise outside the capsule and capsule area showers where the floor was always wet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very good, however the capsule was quite hot inside
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Meir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service is good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025