See all properties
Entire apartment

Hotel Novalis

Pension convenient to Brandenburg Gate

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Hotel Novalis

Exterior
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
TV

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Library
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Bike rental
Feel at home
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service
The price is $49
$55 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room

Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (with Extra Bed)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room (with Extra Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Similar properties

Reception
Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin
Free WiFi
Bar
24/7 front desk
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (248)
The price is $12
$26 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
Novalis Str. 5, Berlin, BE, D-10115

What's nearby

  • Friedrichstrasse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Friedrichstadt-Palast - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Berlin Wall Memorial - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Brandenburg Gate - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Alexanderplatz - 6 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) - 52 min drive
  • Friedrichstraße Station - 14 min walk
  • Berlin Central Station - 20 min walk
  • Berlin Central Station (tief) - 21 min walk
  • Hannoversche Straße Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Oranienburger Gate U-Bahn - 5 min walk
  • Nord S-Bahn - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Pho - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Due Fratelli - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yarok - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Friedel Richter Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chelany - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Novalis

Hotel Novalis puts you just a 5-minute drive from Brandenburg Gate and Friedrichstrasse. Also, Gendarmenmarkt and Hackescher Markt are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Hannoversche Straße Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Oranienburger Gate U-Bahn is 5 minutes.

Languages

English, German, Polish, Russian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 7 PM
  • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Room service

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Library

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Hotel Novalis
Hotel Novalis Berlin
Novalis Berlin
Hotel Novalis Berlin
Hotel Novalis Pension
Hotel Novalis Pension Berlin

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Novalis offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Novalis does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Novalis?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Novalis?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Novalis.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Novalis?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Novalis and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
What's the area around Hotel Novalis like?
Hotel Novalis is a short 3-minute walk from Hannoversche Straße Tram Stop and 3 minutes' walk from Friedrichstrasse.

Hotel Novalis Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

The only reason I didn't give excellent is because the hallway and stairs need work. The room itself was bright and comfortable and clean. I feel this prooerty has gotten an unfair rap. It is an older building and not your IBIS but it is fair value downtown AND the host is the nicest and most helpful we have encountered AND there is an excelkent and full breakfastbreakfast
Pat, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very nice
debojyoti, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nicolae, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

The hotel is centrally located within walking distance to many sites and public transportation. The room was basic...small, clean and with its own bathroom/shower. Breakfast was good and reasonably priced. Unfortunately, the hallway smelled like cigarette smoke.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Great location near bars and restaurants on Fredrichstrasse
1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Classic and affordable hotel
The room was exactly what was advertised the host was very nice and the breakfast was very good
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All-around great
Lovely welcome at the front desk, good clean room, good location, good breakfast. Friendly service. I would return and/or recommend.
Elliott, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great price, excellent location. Not the Adlon though.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kristina, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good location and value
Staff was exceptional in making us feel welcome. There is no air conditioning but we didn't need it. Coffee is provided. Hotel is a very quaint old building but very clean and well kept. I would not hesitate to stay again.
jane, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The hotel room was very small and smelled terrible. The internet was not working when we got there and I had to work in their small reception area for over an hour. They did get it working but it was slow and undependable. The staff was very kind.
2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great Location!
The hotel room was a little small but we didn't mind at all because everything was walking distance, the only downside is that the hallway smelled like smoke which didn't really bug us because our room did't smell bad. The hotel staff was good, and overall it was a great deal for the awesome location!
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Fine if you're on a budget
This place is basic. Very old building. The rooms are on the second floor with no lift. My room was clean but it's like living in a dark communist apartment. Bare bones. Dim light. Dark maroon colors. The neighborhood is quiet but the walls are paper thin. Not joking. I could hear the guy next door snoring, typing on his laptop, talking on the phone. Beware if you're a light sleeper. Front desk is not staffed 24x7 so be sure to arrive during regular hours otherwise email them in advance to arrange check in. Bottom line: if you're on a budget like I was, it's a fine room for $60/night. Location is worth it.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Total let down
We arrived at the hotel at 2.00 pm and found it all locked up. We buzzed the bell with no luck. We then phoned the three telephone numbers on the sign, once again with no answer. As the hotel is part of an apartment block we buzzed the bells to enquire if the hotel was open. A guy in one of the flats let us in to the foyer where we found the reception, once again all locked up. A member of our party went across the street to a hostel who had 2 double rooms en suite for 3 days so we checked in there. A bit later the owner of the hotel phoned me and said they were now open and we could now check in. I explained we had now got rooms elsewhere as we couldn't wait any longer, as we had waited almost an hour for it to open. He said he was on the 3rd floor and didn't hear the bell or the telephones. I then received an email from the hotel asking what time would our arrival be, which was sent at 12.40 pm that day. Don't waste your time booking this hotel. The reception should have been open, as it stated on the door it was open from 8.30 until 4.00 on a Sunday. All in all I found them totally unprofessional and unreliable.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good location easy to come and go
Well located hotel in central berlin with great transport links to all over berlin.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hotel Ok.
If you want a decent and clean hotel (not a fancy one), then you can book Hotel Novalis. The location is central and very well connect to every part of the city.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Ok hotel for the price paid.
It's family owned hotel. It's close to the metro station. The owner was warm and helpful. But the office closes most of the time when we were there, especially at night. With only one set of keys for three people who have different schedule agenda, it was very hard to coordinate the access to the hotel since there was no way to reach out to the people inside when the office is closed. My daughter stayed outside for the whole night since her phone died and couldn't communicate with us. It was scary and unfortunate.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Perfect location
Best quality for its price.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, easy, central
I personally loved it there! I stayed six nights and it was so easy to get anywhere in Berlin from this location. Every day my room was perfectly cleaned and the wifi worked great for me. I know that some people might be put off by having one key for the front door at night, another key for the second floor door, and a third key for the room door since there is no staff on location after a certain hour but I was not. It always worked out fine for me, and I felt totally secure. Also, the room might be a little dated and modest, but it was clean every day and totally comfortable.
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

Good Location
I stayed at Hotel Novalis for 2 nights with my boyfriend in December. The location was great as its located in northern Mitte which is walking distance to lots of main attractions in the city and for myself this was the best thing about it considering it is a very reasonable price. The hotel itself was alright, pretty basic and wifi didnt always work, but if youre not looking for anything too fancy then this is a good option.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Location difficult to find, especially at evening
Difficult to find, very basic, no room phone, no one at front desk during night. No soap or shampoo, except some small sample bags of liquid soap. The last night we came back, there's no toilet paper and no one at desk to ask. Had to leave next morning and it is too late to go out to buy toilet paper... can not believe it. Also I thought they should change sheets after 3 nights, but we stayed 4 nights, no change.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A good value for money in the heart of Berlin
A nice hotel in a prime location. You can walk to the Museum island, but the subway is very close and can take you anywhere in Berlin. The hotel is a bit outdated, but so well maintained and serviced that you forget the furniture is from the DDR times. Bed is changed daily, all functions well, free wi-fi, and if you want, you can take a good healthy breakfast for 6 euros. The Personnel is very friendly and professional. Add that to a price under 100 euros!
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Go Aussie Go
As a solo female, this hotel provided security, comfort, cleanliness, centrality, everything needed for such a good price. Like my own mini pensione. For Aussies, believe it, there is the Bondi Cafe 2 blocks away. The owner's accent is still intact & the coffee is zer gut!
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review