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The Circus Hostel, Berlin

Weinbergsweg 1a, Mitte, 10119 Berlin, Germany (show on map)

Expert reviews

Telegraph review:

“This excellent budget hostel, located right on Mitte’s buzzing Rosenthaler Platz, offers a mix of dorms and private rooms, available with or without private bathrooms. In addition, there’s a cute café, a basement bar with its own brewery, plus the world’s only Hoff museum.”

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of The Circus Hostel, Berlin. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.5 out of 5.0

Ranked 13th in Berlin

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What guests liked

All you need to know

The Circus Hostel in Berlin is one of the high-rated hostels of berlin city. The central location of the hostel makes the metro access to the guests staying here. Brandenburg Gate and Alexanderplatz square are at fifteen minutes away from the hostel. The train station is only 2.5 kilometers from The Circus Hostel. With all the comfortable amenities, the hostel happens to be one of the best places to stay in Berlin.

Facilities

The guests booking their stay here can relax in the huge lounge area and have their buffet breakfast in the hostel. With modern architecture and amenities, the place provides a relaxing experience to the visitors in Berlin.

Rooms

The rooms are decorated in a contemporary style availing every kind of living facility. You can book the dormitory or private rooms with the hostel before your trip for attractive offers provided by the hostel. People who are interested in history, monuments, and museums can take public transport from the hostel location and explore the city easily.

The services offered

The Circus Hostel in Berlin is famous for providing a wide range of free and paid services to the guests staying here. Some of the key services of the hostel are the shuttle service, evening entertainment, movie night, live music, etc.

You can book the private rooms or dormitory as per the comfort of your family and friends you are traveling with. The hostel provides attractive offers for the guests booking their rooms with The Circus Hostel in advance. You can enjoy your stay in Berlin with this popular hostel.

 

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Location

Recent guest reviews

5.0
Darius

13 February 2026

This is a brilliant hostel if you need to stay in Berlin.

It’s very clean, beds are comfortable,great staff.

4.0
Leah

12 February 2026

Social basic hostel in great location

Great location, fun vibes, great bar and activities offered. Very social, great for young people!

Very smelly and facilities were not great compared to other hostels

4.5
Alberto

10 February 2026

Very Good!

Very well located, close to restaurants, convenience stores and the subway is a few meters away. The room was spacious and the staff was friendly. The breakfast was good too. I would stay here again!

There were very noisy guests. I guess it is to be expected from a hostal, though! Nothing to blame on the staff.

5.0
Doğan

9 February 2026

Exceptional

Amazing things: location,cleanliness,beds,atmosphere,people,personnels Caution: there is no shampoo in bathroom so you need to bring it. You need to bring a long-headed padlock. Don't forget to bring a slipper for bathroom.

4.5
Albdulrahman

7 February 2026

Fabulous

Location is very nice

5.0
Ibraheem

6 February 2026

Exceptional

Everything

Nill

5.0
Isabelle

3 February 2026

Exceptional

Beautiful hostel in great location with very friendly staff! Clean and comfortable rooms. Definitely recommend for stays in Berlin.

5.0
Catriona

1 February 2026

sets the bar for hostels

Clean, spacious and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. The common space downstairs was great too, and there seemed lots of events for people who want them. The location was very accessible, a tram stop right outside and only 10 mins to a train station so perfect for going to the rest of the city though the neighbourhood itself is lovely. Also, I was able to switch rooms really easily when I injured my arm and needed a lower bunk, so that was a plus, they are very accommodating. Bathrooms are cleaned pretty regularly, and the shower rooms have spacious cubicles for all your things. And just the general vibe is relaxing, this was my first of many hostels on a long trip and they’ve really set the bar.

When I arrived I was going to put my bags in the storage room until check in, but the guy at the desk said they had a room available right then for me to use however he didn’t mention anything about it being extra payment and I was charged 14€ at check out. I was perfectly happy to have just stored my bags, so I was a bit put out by that, maybe I should have known but it would be good if staff could mention that before they book you in instead of dong it automatically. That was the only issue I had with the whole stay though, the rest was great :)

5.0
Tiago

30 January 2026

Very good.

Staff very friendly, huge and organized hostel, good touristic spot, many places are walkable from the hostel.

I was hoping that there would be a kitchen in the hostel.

5.0
Matt

26 January 2026

Exceptional

This hostel is a walking distance from central Berlin, tram and U-Bahn stops are very close. A really nice city skyline view on the higher floors. Very friendly and helpful staff. VERY good value for money. Some activities for the guests. Pleasant character of the place. My new favourite hostel in Berlin.

4.0
Ana

26 January 2026

Very good

Location and cleaning services, great and cheap breakfast

No kitchen

4.0
Golin

24 January 2026

Very good

Everything but...

Bathrooms 2 days straight without cleaning

5.0
Chien

24 January 2026

Exceptional

I think I found some mouse droppings on my bed.

4.0
Jens

23 January 2026

Recommend

Facilities/ location/ kitchen/ cleanness

None

5.0
James

20 January 2026

Great hostel

Had a great time there.

5.0
Babitha

19 January 2026

Excellent

I travelled alone and had a good stay. Friendly staff, clean rooms, and a great place for solo travellers. Would recommend!!!

4.5
Hyeonji

17 January 2026

Fabulous

easy to use public transport, friendly staff, Nice room, cleaned facilities, big locker

a bit noisy because if tram(but it is understandable) and unisex showerroom

4.5
Maiitr

16 January 2026

Fabulous

It was cleaned often, many card-only entrances so it feels secure. Reception also has a safe downstairs. The design of the beds is quite cozy, despite not having curtains, the border added some privacy. Also, some rooms have balcony, which is great.

4.0
Christopher

16 January 2026

Excellent location

Staff were very good. The bar was very good and reasonably priced good beer. The bed was comfortable. Location was excellent.

4.5
Kaylen

14 January 2026

It was wonderful

Property is central and very clean

The showers are not the best

4.0
Stephen

14 January 2026

Very good

Handy location with tram stop and underground right outside. Comfortable, clean and warm

Asked about breakfast when checking in to be told its available from 0630. Came down to pay the next morning and paid to be told it starts at 0700. Went to the shop and returned at 0700 to be told its 0800. A bit of consistency would be good

5.0
Анна

12 January 2026

Exceptional

The staff here is one of the friendliest I’ve ever met. Such good vibes! : )

4.0
Helena

11 January 2026

Solid.

The double room we were in was very spacious and comfortable, with plenty of space for two people to sleep in and relax. The location was pretty good especially if you were wanting to go Museum Island.

The bathrooms were not the best. It took 2 days for the hand soap dispenser in the female bathroom on our level to get refilled. The sinks in the unisex shower area were also occasionally filled with men's shavings which was a bit gross. The showers themselves were very slippery and had poor lighting; it felt like a very good breeding ground for fungus despite the fact that there was no mould visible. Occasionally noisy at night.

4.5
Abdulghany

11 January 2026

Fabulous

The rooms were clean and also the facilities were in very good condition

The only thing that I don't like is the shelf beside the bed .. first of all it makes the space even smaller and if you want to open it in order to use the socket behind it ... It will be impossible for you to even lay on the bed if you are a bit big

4.5
Tommy

6 January 2026

Fabulous

Clean and good location

Bit expensive

4.5
Rachel

1 January 2026

Fabulous

Great hostel. Clean and comfortable. There is social stuff if you are looking for it but also peace and quiet

5.0
Ansh

31 December 2025

Exceptional

The place itself is very clean and the amenities and everything was very good .. even the staff is really nice

5.0
Mina

30 December 2025

Exceptional

Very very good I love you

5.0
Vakhtangi

30 December 2025

Deutschland uber allen

There was a presentation about berlin clubs and what to do in berlin and where to go. Unfortunately I could'nt attend if fully because I was late. But still it was very informative for me. Christmas dinner was extremely Good. Best christmas in my life. Stuff super friendly and cute

Nothing

5.0
Michael

29 December 2025

We loved staying here due to the staff, facilities and location

Clean, helpful and great location.

N/A

5.0
Min

25 December 2025

the best hostel

Everything is pretty good.

none

5.0
Hung

24 December 2025

Exceptional

Friendly staff and excellent luggage storage space

5.0
Florencia

21 December 2025

Exceptional

Location, comfy beds, cleaning perfect. Staff super nice. Excellent choice. Thank you

Could be nice to have Mugs to drink infusion during the stay.

5.0
Aikaterini

20 December 2025

A highly enjoyable stay in the city centre

I could not have asked for more from a hostel. It is located right in the city centre, with a metro station directly outside the building. The facilities provide everything a traveller may need, including spacious rooms with lockers. Guests should note that a personal padlock is required, or one can be rented at reception. The restaurant offers an excellent breakfast, and the 24-hour reception is an additional advantage. I would highly recommend this hostel.

There were no significant negative aspects. The only minor issue was that the elevator could take some time to arrive during busy periods, so using the escalators may be more convenient if you are in a hurry. Apart from this, the hostel was excellent.

5.0
İpek

17 December 2025

Exceptional

They are very kind, helpful and smiley. The best hostel I have ever been

4.5
Mc

17 December 2025

Fabulous

It is super clean and the staffs are friendly😊

There is no type c for charging😅

5.0
Boran

16 December 2025

Amazing 🤩

Support of Team; Especially Naila & Dennis Underground Bar ✌🏽 Many lot things.

Nothing, They supported me about of all things.

4.5
Shevchenko

15 December 2025

Fabulous

There is no kitchen there🙂 Only one microwave at the reception desk.

4.5
Özge

14 December 2025

Clean, good for making friends, nice location

The location was good, it was to many attractions by walk and there are nice restaurants/bars nearby. The rooms and the facilities were pretty clean.

I would suggest to add curtains to the beds in crowded rooms, it’s hard to find your stuff without turning the lights on and waking everybody up if you plan on getting ready early in the morning.

5.0
Ena

13 December 2025

Excellent stay in Berlin

Central location in Berlin, clean facilities, hot shower, cimfortable lounge area to chill out.

TV would be nice in the lounge room to access local news,and sports but it has a good wifi so it doesn't really matter.

4.0
Lauria

10 December 2025

Great place to stay! Bring a laundry bag and your patience

Very social people, lots of events going on to get people talking, location is super convenient, clean showers, clean rooms, comfy beds!

The only things I dislike are that there’s only one elevator, and if you want to take the stairs you still have to wait for the elevator so you can get to the stairs on the other side. The other thing is no laundry in-house. I had to wrap my clothes in a towel and carry them around the corner to a laundromat, then carry them back. It was raining so I was praying to not drop them, but it was not easy lol

4.5
Joaquin

7 December 2025

Fabulous

Cleanliness

5.0
Cameron

7 December 2025

Great place in central Berlin

I’ve stayed here twice and both have been excellent. Would stay here again

5.0
Tereza

6 December 2025

Great value for money

Really great experience, comfortable sleeping even in the bunk bedroom.

5.0
Marina

5 December 2025

Exceptional

Very good location, very clean and cool accommodation and the staff were cheerful and helpful!

5.0
Oleh

5 December 2025

Exceptional

The automatically opening door fascinated me,it was like in movies

N/A

4.5
Tom

4 December 2025

Fabulous

Was nicer than I was expecting, clean and the staff were very friendly.

4.0
Mhamed

4 December 2025

Good beside WIFI

Everything was good beside WIFI it was sporadic not stable. And not working at all in some area

WIFI It was not working in all rooms 109- 110 -209- 210- 309-310-409- 410. The rest it worked but was sporadic and not stable. The only place that WIFI was working smoothly is the reception.

4.5
Jan

3 December 2025

Fabulous

Very clean!

Had a guy snoring like crazy beneath me. There’s free earplugs provided tho, so super mindful of them

4.0
İsmail

3 December 2025

Central and safe place, convenient for solo travelers especially

Central and safe place. Near to U and S-bahn stations. You can easily reach to Alexanderplatz by walking. Many restaurants placed in the neighborhood. Employees are very nice and helpful.

The gift beer could be a bigger size :)

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Bar
  • - Coffee house on site

Services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Shared lounge/TV area

Activities

  • - Fitness centre (additional charge)
  • - Karaoke
  • - Fitness
  • - Fitness classes
  • - Bicycle rental (additional charge)

Outdoors

  • - Terrace
  • - Outdoor furniture

General

  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Heating
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Minimarket on site

Parking

  • - Parking garage

Miscellaneous

  • - Key card access
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - Fire extinguishers
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