Hostel Die Fabrik Berlin occupies a former factory from 1900, renovated in 1995, on Schlesische Straße in Kreuzberg. It has private rooms and shared dormitories, high ceilings and a courtyard garden. It suits you if you want to explore on foot along the banks of the Spree.
Location and getting around
The East Side Gallery is about 15 minutes on foot and Berlin Ostbahnhof about 25. Alexanderplatz is about 3.4 km away, and Museum Island and Checkpoint Charlie about 3.9 km: for those visits, public transport is better.
According to the hostel, Görlitzer Park is less than 800 metres away, and the street has bars, restaurants and clubs nearby. You can cross the river on foot to Friedrichshain.
Rooms and facilities
The building keeps the large windows of its industrial days, so rooms get plenty of light. You can choose between a private room or a bed in a shared dormitory, depending on how you travel.
The inner courtyard with a garden works as a common area. The hostel reports reception open 24 hours. It is not stated whether breakfast is included or whether there is Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Who it suits
- If you want to go out at night in Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain.
- If you travel alone and a dormitory bed is enough.
- If you travel as a couple and prefer a private room a short walk from the river.
- If you are drawn to converted industrial buildings.
Good to know
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:30, and you should give notice of your arrival time. Check-out is until 11:00. Ask about breakfast and Wi-Fi before booking. There are more hostels in the guide.