About

Welcome to our state-of-the-art hostel that looks a bit like a spaceship but is mostly harmless.

We offer free Wi-Fi, free coffee and tea, free maps and free sheets!

We are one of the most centrally located hostel in down-town Berlin and offer dorms, private cabins and private rooms with showers.

Our all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is served from 8am until noon.

Our relaxed bar has a comfy Chesterfield sofa, cheap beers (bottled and draught) plus Jagermeister on tap and much more... Snacks and drinks are also available at the bar and there is more nightlife just around the corner - ask us for suggestions!

Our rooms have keycard access. We also have a free safe and a free secure luggage area with lockers so you can always feel safe. The large reception area has panoramic windows.

We have a yard where you can hang out when the weather is suitable.

Our friendly and helpful staff will do their best to make your stay as enjoyable as possible in one of the most hospitable starships in Berlin.

Please read our 'Things to Note' below before booking.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Age Restriction
  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Adaptors
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Reviews

8.0Fabulous(9497)
  • Value for Money
    8.1
  • Security
    8.4
  • Atmosphere
    7.4
  • Cleanliness
    7.2
  • Staff
    8.4
  • Location
    9.0
  • Facilities
    7.4
Summary of traveller reviews

Heart of Gold Hostel in Berlin offers a fantastic location, perfect for exploring the city. Guests often praise the friendly and helpful staff. The capsule beds provide a unique and comfortable sleeping experience for solo travellers. However, some recent reviews mention that the capsules can get quite hot and lack good ventilation, and bathrooms could be cleaner.

Stayed in Aug 2026
9.7
K
Khalik
Male, 41+, Sweden
Nice place in Berlin can think come back
Stayed in Aug 2026
10
F
Fatma
Female, 31-40, Turkey
We had a wonderful stay at this hostel. The location is excellent, with easy access to public transportation and all the main attractions. We always felt safe, both inside the hostel and in the surrounding area. The price was very reasonable for the quality and service provided. The staff were incredibly kind, welcoming, and always happy to help with any questions we had. The rooms and common areas were clean and comfortable. Overall, it was a great.
Stayed in Aug 2026
8.0
A
Anna
Female, 18-24, Sweden
The capsule is amazing, but do not buy the kingsized (no ac like the private one - so just take that one, it can fit two people).
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Location

Johannisstr. 11, Berlin, Germany
1.3km from city centre
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Hostelworld says

Heart of Gold Hostel is located just off Friedrichstrasse, a short walk to Alexanderplatz, Museum Island, Brandenburg Gate and the Bundestag. This hostel has spacious and clean rooms and a common room which is "great for meeting other travellers with cheap beers", according to Hostelworld guests, who also say they'd recommend it to friends. We like their colourful and unique murals.