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Hotel Novalis

Pension in Berlin, a short walk to Friedrichstrasse

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Exterior
Interior
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 8 per person)
TV

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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Novalis Str. 5, Berlin, BE, D-10115
  • Friedrichstrasse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Brandenburg Gate
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Alexanderplatz
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Berlin (BER-Brandenburg)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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Room options

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

Single Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Double Room (with Extra Bed)

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Family Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Berlin

Located in Mitte, Hotel Novalis is within a 5-minute walk of Friedrichstrasse and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Museum Island. Each of the 9 rooms at this pension includes a refrigerator, a minibar, and an electric kettle.
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What's nearby

  • Friedrichstrasse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Berlin Wall Memorial - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Brandenburg Gate - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Potsdamer Platz - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Alexanderplatz - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hannoversche Straße Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Friedrichstraße Station - 14 min walk
  • Berlin (BER-Brandenburg) - 52 min drive

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

Pension in Berlin, a short walk to Friedrichstrasse
At Hotel Novalis, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a library, and express check-in. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include express check-out and free newspapers.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and electric kettles.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, German, Polish, Russian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 8.025 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Novalis?

Hotel Novalis offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Hotel Novalis?

This pension is situated in Mitte within a short 3-minute walk of Friedrichstrasse and also 14 minutes on foot from Museum Island. You'll also find Brandenburg Gate and Alexanderplatz within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this pension?

No, there isn't parking available at the pension.

Does Hotel Novalis feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Novalis doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Novalis?

No, there is no indoor pool at this pension.

Is Hotel Novalis good for couples?

Amenities at this pension that appeal to couples include a minibar and a library.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Novalis?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this pension.

Does Hotel Novalis feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Hotel Novalis offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel Novalis allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Novalis.

Does this pension have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this pension.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Novalis?

The closest major airport to Hotel Novalis is Berlin (BER-Brandenburg), which is 17.3 mi away (52 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Novalis?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Hotel Novalis.

Hotel Novalis Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 113 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andre

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Pat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

debojyoti

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicolae

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Great location near bars and restaurants on Fredrichstrasse
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Classic and affordable hotel

The room was exactly what was advertised the host was very nice and the breakfast was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

All-around great

Lovely welcome at the front desk, good clean room, good location, good breakfast. Friendly service. I would return and/or recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great price, excellent location. Not the Adlon though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!

6/10 Okay

Angela

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good location easy to come and go

Well located hotel in central berlin with great transport links to all over berlin.

8/10 Good

valeriu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

4/10 Poor

Qianjin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.

8/10 Good

Constantim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location

Best quality for its price.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

6/10 Okay

Abbie, Brighton

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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.

4/10 Poor

yh, austin, tx

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

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.

10/10 Excellent

Sorina, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!

8/10 Good

Kellie, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!