Selina Berlin Mitte

"Coming in at #1 is Selina in Berlin! This is my go-to hostel when visiting. It falls between a hostel and a hotel. For me, I usually stay in a dorm to get the best deal and meet new people. However, if you prefer more privacy, they have plenty of private and semi-private options available. I was able to stay in a private room once for a couple of nights, and it was amazing! It was very spacious and it included a kitchenette. In addition to the friendly, helpful staff, Selina Berlin Mitte has its own restaurant adjacent to the hostel, a rooftop bar and lounge, a coworking space, a shared kitchen, and great WiFi. This hostel is set up as a co-live space, so as a digital nomad, this was unbeatable. The location is superb: It's a two-minute walk from the metro, but if you like walking and the weather is nice, you can easily get to Museum Island (about 20 minutes) or Alexanderplatz (about 15 minutes) by foot. Additionally, there is a myriad of cuisines nearby. Selina also makes it really easy to meet new people. In addition to incredible shared spaces, they host events on the rooftop (some are free, some have a small fee). Try yoga as the sun is coming up, take a salsa class, listen to live music with your free welcome beer in hand, or dance to some Berlin-based DJs on the weekends. Know before you go: This hostel is definitely geared toward an artsy, young clientele. They do offer all-female dorms if that's important to you, but it is slightly more expensive. If you like to stay in private rooms but still want the ease of meeting people that a hostel environment offers, Selina is perfect! The last thing I'll say is that I have always met the BEST people here. My most favorite European nights began at Selina. The environment is easy and priceless for the solo traveler. Have the best time!"