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"100% HAPPY with this hotel" We stayed in this hotel last week for 2 nights and we were all 100% pleased with this hotel. This is the 1st hotel that we can't give any negative comments, everything i.e.location is very central, less than 5 minutes walk from Zoo station, breakfast was absolutely delicious and plenty of choices, one can put on a few pounds after breakfast , staff were friendly, room was clean & quiet and surprise surprise, there was a kettle for making tea/coffe in the room. We absolutely love this hotel and don't understand why some gave negative comments. Our advice to others who plan to stay in Berlin for holiday, Excelsior Hotel is definately the choice. We will definately come back to this hotel in our next trip to Berlin. Welldone Hotel Excelsior!!

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"Great Hotel" Very nice hotel and in a good location, about 5 minutes walk to the zoo station. The breakfast was really nice with lots of food to choose from and there were tea and coffee making facilities in the room. The staff and management were always very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again when we next visit Berlin.

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"Excellent Location" Hotel about 5 mins walk from Zoo station where you can access the underground, the S bahn, Buses and regional trains. Get a 48 hour or 72 hour ticket which covers all trains and is excellent value for money. Hotel staff very helpful and all spoke english. They recommended 2 excellent restaurants close by Rotosand (Fish) and Maredo (Steaks) both about 15 mins walk from hotel. The hotel rooms are a bit smaller that usual but adequate with excellent storage. Breakfast was a hot and cold buffet with a good selection which included bacon and eggs, fresh fruit, cold meats and cheese etc. I would no hesitation recommending this hotel. 5 mins walk to the Ku Damm which is an excellent shopping street. If you fly into Schoenefeld airport a five minute walk will take you to the regional train which costs 2.10 and takes you to the Zoo station, taxi costs 35 euro

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"Great Location" I was really concerned about this hotel after reading some of the previous reviews, however my fears were unfounded and we found it an excellent base for touring Berlin. The staff were all incredibly helpful and friendly, check in and check out were a piece of cake, the breakfast was really good. The room was smallish but clean and with air conditioning that worked all night, the beds were comfortable. The bathroom could have done with a refurbishment but was clean and adequate + masses of hot water. I wouldnt class it as a 4* but it was a great base at under £50 per room + breakfast for 2. Re the location, dont be put off by the punks/drunks around the railway bridge. I was travelling with my young teen daughter and we found that they just keep themselves to themselves even at 11.30pm. An Added factor to reassure other travellers - just passed the railway bridge there is an American institute that has an armed German police guard on the pavement 24/7.

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"Good value" After reading the reviews was not sure what to expect!This hotel is very good value the rooms are adequate with t.v and air conditioning and mini bar the room sevice is very reasonable priced.The breakfast was a banquet with english cooked or continental or both if you were feeling greedy!!It was buffet style so you could eat as much as you wanted.The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful.The hotel itself is very convenientley situated 10mins walk to the zoo station which enables you access to all the major sights.An open topped bus is a good way to see the sights on your 1st day.If you dont want to walk far at night turn left out of hotel and left at next road 5mins there is a lovely restaurant very reasonable and very good food.We really enjoyed trip and will definatley go back to this hotel.

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"Good standard of hotel" central location clean and tidy a good base for touring around berlin .food good easy location to find from zooalagical gardens do not get to hung up about bad reviews (most where during world cup)

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"Very good location for bus and rail connections" Stayed here for four nights in April 2005. The Excelsior is situated a few minutes walk from Zoo station and so it is very convenient for bus and U and S-Bahn connections to all parts of the city including Tegel airport (X9 bus from the airport to Zoo station takes about 20 minutes and the hotel is close enough to walk with luggage). It is also only a few minutes walk from one of the main shopping areas. Although it is on a main road we did not find it particularly noisy. The rooms are not huge but they are clean and have TV, mini-bar and ensuite bathroom with very good shower.The buffet breakfast is excellent - fruit juice, cereals, yogurt, bacon, sausage, eggs, cheese, cold meats, fish, rolls, preserves etc. The food is of good quality and is plentiful. We also ate a couple of times in the evening at the hotel's Store House Grill - again the food is good although we did find the soft drinks quite expensive. We would be happy to stay here again.

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"Quality, value and a great location" Situated 200 metres from Berlin Zoo station, this well appointed 4* hotel is excellent value in every way. Handy for all of West Berlin's main attractions such as KuDamm, Europa Center, Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche etc. as well as U Bahn and S Bahn connections to the whole of the City. Group bookings will yield a substantial discount. Our party of 14 paid GBP75 per room per night including a very substantial and tasty buffet breakfast. Rooms are above average in size and are very comfortable with a wonderful modern bathroom and all the facilities you would expect from this kind of hotel - in room safe, mini bar, TV, hairdryer, etc. The airport bus from Tegel stops virtually at the door and you can use your day pass. The staff are pleasant and helpful. The bar opens late though choice of drinks is a little limited. The rooms are remarkably quiet and the lobby is comfortable, though the lobby bar does not open during the day, or at least didn't when we were there in June. Many amenities are nearby, including the famous 100 and 200 buses from Zoo station that give a circular tour of the city. Buy a day pass that you can use on all transport to get the most from this and other public transport. Remember- Berlin is big. Shops, restaurants, pubs and supermarkets also abound within a ten minute walk. Tiegarten park nearby for a pleasant stroll. In summary the Excelsior is highly recommended for the slightly more mature visitor who likes a little comfort at a good price. For those younger seeking a more raucous evening, this probably isn't for you.

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