Two ships, one Spree, zero boredom: The Shipotel Berlin is located between Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg, directly on the East Side Gallery, offering overnight stays on the water instead of in a conventional hotel room. Those who want to experience Berlin differently sleep here in cabin beds with a view of the Oberbaumbrücke.
Sleeping on the Spree: The Shipotel Berlin
Two ships form this special hotel: Shipotel Eastern and Shipotel Western are moored on the Spree, directly between Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg, only a few meters from the remnants of the Berlin Wall. The concept is as simple as it is convincing: hotel rooms on the water, right in one of the city’s most vibrant areas. Between Oberbaumbrücke and East Side Gallery, the two ships with their distinctive graffiti bears are hard to miss. In fact, they are among the most photographed subjects on the Spree riverbank.
The Shipotel Eastern offers cozy cabin rooms with private bathrooms and a spacious deck with a view of the Oberbaumbrücke. The Shipotel Western, on the other hand, boasts more budget-friendly cabins with shared bathrooms and a rooftop terrace that offers an impressive view of the Berlin skyline in summer. If you’re lucky, you might also snag one of the waterside cabins. About half of the cabins offer river views, while the other side shows the colorful Berlin Wall.
Floating Lounge, free coffee, and the best neighborhood environment
In summer, the Floating Lounge on deck invites guests for drinks, while in winter, a fireplace provides coziness. The Shipotel Berlin is powered by a solar-powered ship, which adds a green touch to the whole experience. Although there is no breakfast buffet in the mornings, coffee and tea are available for free before heading out to the numerous bakeries and cafés in the neighborhood. The Shipotel Berlin is directly adjacent to Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain: shops, restaurants, and the East Side Gallery are reachable on foot in just a few minutes. The S-Bahn and U-Bahn station Warschauer Straße is also a short walk away. In this sense, this special hotel in Berlin is not just an accommodation option, but the shortest way to experience what makes this city unique.
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Price Level
First-class double cabin 110 Euros, second-class 100 Euros, single cabin from 65 Euros, four-bed cabin 140 Euros, multi-bed cabin with shared bathroom 35 Euros. All prices include 7.5 percent city tax.
Public Transport
S-Bahn and U-Bahn station Warschauer Straße about a ten-minute walk away, Ostbahnhof is similarly far. The Oberbaumbrücke is directly in front of the ship.
Parking Facilities
No private parking. Paid parking is enforced on Mühlenstraße, parking garages are available at the East Side Mall.
Cabins
25 cabins on the Eastern, 20 cabins on the Western, plus rooftop tents on deck for 40 to 50 Euros. First and second class with private bathroom, third class with shared bathroom.
Highlight
Overnight stays are on two permanently moored river ships directly on the Spree, opposite the East Side Gallery. In the evenings, you can sit on the sun deck with a view of the water.
Times and Amenities
Check-in from 15:00, Check-out by 11:00, reception staffed around the clock. Bar, lounge, and Wi-Fi are available on board.
Opening Hours
- Reception - Opening Hours: 24 hours