Berlin was never a cheap place to visit, but since it became the seat of government in 2000 it has become even more expensive to visit. Looking for a reasonable place to stay in Berlin?

Look no further! Try my best-kept secret for lodging in Berlin, the "Schilton Hotel", located in Berlin-Spandau. The hotel is the former non-commissioned officers quarters for the British army during the post-war administration of Berlin (with American, British, French, and Soviet zones). The hotel is located near the site of the former Allied prison where Rudolf Hess, the last prisoner from the Nuremberg trials, was held until his death in 1987. The hotel is accessible by public transportation from the Spandau train station, which is one of the 3 stations in Berlin where ICE and IC trains from other parts of Germany stop. You can get to the hotel by taking the "135" public bus and getting out at the "Omnibushof" stop, about 5-6 minutes from Spandau station and a 2-3 minute walk from the hotel. From the Spandau station you can get into the center of Berlin in about 8-10 minutes, exiting at the "Zoo" station, the new main station (which will open later this year) or the Friedrichstrasse station, near the famous Pergamon museum.

The hotel is clean and neat, and its restaurant serves a buffet style breakfast and is open in the evening for warm meals. Room rates are very reasonable. The hotel has a number of economy rooms which have a single bed and a wash basin, and you have shared WC and shower facilities on the floor. At 15.00 € a night, it sure beats the high cost of all other hotel rooms anywhere in Berlin and is a lot more private than staying in a youth hostel for nearly the same price. They also have single and double rooms with showers, for a higher price, of course. This is where I stay when I visit Berlin to conduct church services or visit with members. You can check on the Schilton Hotel for yourself. Just click on the English flag at the top of the page on the hotel website.

Comment from Mary J. Fish:

"Thanks for an interesting blog!"