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Modern Scandinavian-inspired lodging with refined rooms & casual dining, plus a sauna & a gym. A minute's walk from the Mendelssohn-Bartholdy-Park U-Bahn station, this modern, Scandinavian-inspired hotel is 1.3 km from both the Berlin Wall and the 18th-century Brandenburg Gate. Refined rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus desks and minibars. Some add pull-out sofas and/or coffeemakers. Suites offer living areas, and 1 has a minibar and a sauna. There's a sleek eatery offering an organic breakfast buffet, and a laid-back regional restaurant with a streamlined bar and a terrace. Other amenities include a gym, a sauna and a children's play room. Parking is offered for a fee.

This picturesque 67-hectare island and nature reserve, reachable only by ferry, boasts scenic trails and a charming peacock population.

Playful space for classic pastries, elaborate, multi-tiered cakes & coffees with milk foam art.

Snug diner serving hummus, kibbeh & other Syrian classics in a cozy, homey environment.

This buzzing Berlin bistro features art-covered walls and French staples, perfect for a chic night out, whether you're sipping oysters or enjoying classic steak frites.

Relaxed restaurant serving Egyptian, Middle Eastern & North African fare in a simple dining area.

This charming vintage shop in Berlin is a nostalgic treasure trove, brimming with unique finds from the GDR era, complete with a friendly resident cat.

Fish & chips, oysters, herring & other seafood in a retro-chic dining room or no-frills takeout.

Berlin, Germany’s capital, dates to the 13th century. Reminders of the city's turbulent 20th-century history include its Holocaust memorial and the Berlin Wall's graffitied remains. Divided during the Cold War, its 18th-century Brandenburg Gate has become a symbol of reunification. The city's also known for its art scene and modern landmarks like the gold-colored, swoop-roofed Berliner Philharmonie, built in 1963.

Sleek hotel offering a contemporary restaurant with river views, plus 2 recording studios. Overlooking the Spree river, this ultra-modern hotel is an 11-minute walk from the East Side Gallery, a collection of murals on the Berlin Wall. Sleek rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, plus minibars and Nespresso machines. Guests can also order guitars and keyboards. Suites add separate sitting areas, and some feature kitchenettes and grand pianos. Room service is available. A contemporary restaurant features floor-to-ceiling windows with river views. There's also a stylish bar and a terrace, plus 2 recording studios and a concert stage. Other amenities include a sauna and a steam room, as well as an exercise room.