Reviews for Berlin Vacation Rental - VRBO 13109 - 1 BR Germany Apartment, Miniloftmitte - Unique Apartments in Berlin's Historic Center

It was a wonderful stay in Germany

Guest Shelly
Date of stay 11/24/12
Review Submitted 12/05/12

My husband and I spent 7 nights in Berlin at the Miniloftmitte. We found the accomodations to be perfect for our wonderful week in the city. The apartment was perfectly located, well-appointed with everything we needed, well maintained, and the staff was very helpful. Also the Berlin guide book that was provided was invaluable to help us get around the city, and the restaurant recommendations were perfect. We highly recommend the Minilofts to anyone traveling in Berlin!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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A House in Berlin

Guest Geesje
Date of stay 10/30/12
Review Submitted 11/12/12

With a homemade coffee and freshly baked bread from the bakery around the corner to start the day. The dining table was my favorite place to plan a day of sightseeing. The tips en trips provided in de Miniloft Berlin Guide were a great addition. The Miniloft provides you a house in Berlin. It is overwhelming spacious.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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An Awesome Place to Stay in Berlin

Guest London traveller
Date of stay 09/24/12
Review Submitted 10/02/12

I recently travelled to Berlin with my mother and 2 eldest sons (aged 10 and 12). My aim was to find a place that was affordable and enabled us to stay together - I didn't want to get two hotel rooms. I also wanted a place where we could happily hang out in our downtime, that was well positioned in terms of the main sites and that reflected the transformation that the city has undergone over the years. Miniloft Berlin delivered on all accounts. Our "flexible" loft offered amble sleeping and living space and we were really able to relax and spend time together. We couldn't believe how close we were to so many sites, cafes and restaurants - the Hauptbahnhof, Hamburger Hof (Museum of Contemporary Art) and the Berlin Wall Memorial were only a short walk away. We loved the sleek, minimalist design of the lofts and the boys loved how an old building was made to look cool! There are so many nice touches at Miniloft - the superb Miniloft guide with restaurant and local walk recommendations, free wi-fi, chilled drinks in the fridge and complimentary tea and coffee. The staff in the Miniloft office are incredibly helpful and informative and we are grateful for their breakfast recommendations! We loved our stay at Miniloft and will definitely be back. My 10 year old summed it up....Miniloft is AWESOME.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Stay at Miniloft

Guest Basdorf
Date of stay 09/04/12
Review Submitted 10/08/12

We spent a week in a Miniloft compact studio in September 2012. We found the location excellent. We could live like Berliners and shop for groceries in the area. The studio was comfortable, airy and well kept. We had everything we needed for self-catering. The staff was friendly, efficient and very helpful with useful tips. No unpleasant surprises. If we return to Berlin we would definitely stay there again.

Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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Fitting appartment for the city

Guest Bob
Date of stay 09/04/12
Review Submitted 09/19/12

Berlin is emerging as a city of cutting edge contemporary architecture (Helmut Jahn at Sony Centre, Daniel Libeskind at Jewish Museum, Norman Foster at Reichstag dome) set alongside the magesty of old buildings (Museum Island, Berlin Dom etc) as well as a city of transformed living areas. This is why we selected the Miniloftmitte for our stay in Berlin. The cutting edge design of the building and the apartments in an emerging trendy location was perfect for our week stay- a perfect match between living and the city. We have stayed in many apartments in various cities across the world but we thought that this would be the best in terms of a match of the living with the city. And we were not disappointed- the experience certainly matched the expectation. A short walk from the new (magnificent) railway station and short amble to the chic emerging areas around the start of Friedrichstrasse, Miniloft was perfectly placed. As always, apartment living gives you the flexibility for self-catering as well as eating and drinking out but Miniloft provides the extra edge of living in a very contemporary setting in a quiet older area currently undergoing transformations. Extra touches such as shower gel specifically designed for the apartments was a real treat- loved that burnt orange fragrance. At first we were disappointed that the nearly U6 line was under reconstruction but after the first day we realized that we could walk everywhere we wanted to go from the apartment- all the museums and significant buildings and in doing so have the benefit of coming across unexpected gems. Although we saw almost all the galleries and museums as well as the buildings, we almost never used the trains or buses. In terms of personnel, communication before, during and after our stay with the managers was excellent and we would have no hesitation in recommending Miniloft to anyone interested in traveling to Berlin to understand the city and its people.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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Miniloft is perfect

Guest ArtsTraveler
Date of stay 08/11/12
Review Submitted 08/23/12

Miniloft is the perfect accommodation for a trip to Berlin! It was clean, conveniently located and the service was impeccable. Unlike a stuffy hotel or a shady hostel - it truly felt like home. We will certainly be staying there again in future trips to Berlin. Thank you, Minilofts!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Perfect apartment in excellent location

Guest Per
Date of stay 07/29/12
Review Submitted 08/23/12

It was the second time I stayed at Miniloft and this time I brought my family - wife and two teenage sons. To my satisfaction the apartment worked just as well for the whole family as it had done for me when I stayed there myself. Perfect apartment to make yourself at home and in an excellent location, central but quiet. We enjoyed the architecture, the materials, the furniture and the equipment. Extra plus for providing oil, salt and pepper for cooking and salad-eating if you feel like staying at home at night....We ould gladly recommend Miniloft to anyone!

Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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sehr empfehlenswert

Guest Birgit und Michael
Date of stay 07/14/12
Review Submitted 08/01/12

Wir waren eine Woche in Berlin in einem introverted appartment. Unsere Erwartungen wurden durchwegs bestätigt, das Appartment war ausreichend groß und mit allen Notwendigkeiten ausgerüstet. Die Fotos aus dem Internet sind gut passend, das Design ist durchaus außergewöhnlich und trotzdem praktisch und gemütlich. Alles war sehr sauber und funktionstüchtig. Die Lage ist perfekt, wenn man das neue Berlin kennenlernen will, es gibt eine sehr gute Infrastruktur von Lokalen, Geschäften und Museen in Gehdistanz. Die Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wir werden Miniloft beim nächsten Berlinbesuch wieder buchen und würden es auch unseren Freunden bedenkenlos empfehlen.

Recommended for: Sightseeing

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Designer loft with great location and service

Guest Marie
Date of stay 06/17/12
Review Submitted 06/27/12

We were a family of 3. Stayed in Berlin for 3 nights and LOVED the Miniloft. Very cool desing, very clean and very well located. You can walk everywhere from there. We also loved the guide book written and provided by the owners of the Miniloft. Very informative and fun. And the owners were very relaxed, let us stay way passed the check out hour which was great for us to spend extra time in the beautiful city. We will definitely go back!!

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Simply Perfect!

Guest Julia B.
Date of stay 06/08/12
Review Submitted 06/21/12

Our stay in Miniloft was simply perfect! The apartment is exactly as advertised: beautiful architecture, very comfortable and well equiped, clean and specially very well located! You can see all main city atractions by foot, or if you prefer, using one of the public transportations nearby, but you have a lot to do walking (Bundestag, Museum Island, old Berlim courtyards - recommend this one, is absolutely beautiful! - and much more). The neighborhood is cute and full of options to eat and you can walk even at night - it's very safe. Other diferential was the city guide provided by the owners, it's the best you can have of the "insider tips", very very useful. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend to others!

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Nice apartment

Guest DS
Date of stay 06/06/12
Review Submitted 10/15/12

Sorry to be so late with my review but I wanted to get it on because I depend so much on these reviews when I use this site. This was a nice studio, very large and open. Kitchen was more of a wet bar type of kitchen but was fine for what we needed. It was off the main path so was very quiet. We walked to most restaurants and the market. Great hairdresser in front that we used, one of the best haircuts I have ever had. Up a few flights of stairs but worked ok for us. Overall a very nice experience. Management was great and check in easy.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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Miniloft--Spacious, cozy, with great location.

Guest Nancy A.
Date of stay 12/28/11
Review Submitted 01/11/12

We spent a week over New Year's in a Miniloft apartment and were delighted by our stay. The apartment was spacious and thoughtfully fitted out with everything we needed - including pots and pans, an iron, dishes, organic shampoo and dish soap. The design was gorgeous, minimalist, and so tasteful. We loved the concrete heated floors - despite the minimalist design and large windows, the apartment was truly cozy. The location was also great, in the center of town and very close to a subway stop, as well as within walking distance of many of our sightseeing goals and museums. Probably the best thing though was the guidebook the owners (who are also the building's architects!) wrote themselves, with insider tips and tons of information about the neighborhood and Berlin. We tried four of their restaurant recommendations and they were all spot on. You have your own key and don't have to pass reception so you feel quite independent, but there was always someone in the office during the day ready to help and answer our (many!) questions. They were extremely friendly and welcoming. The only thing to note is that it is a true loft, just one large room, so keep in mind that privacy would be limited if you are a larger group. I imagine a family with children would find it comfortable. Highly recommended!

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A work of art

Guest Janice T.
Date of stay 10/03/11
Review Submitted 01/13/12

I spent 3 nights at the Miniloft in October. I absolutely loved my stay. Everything one could possibly need was there. I especially enjoyed the space itself. When I was in the room I felt comfortable and safe, and I looked forward to returning at the end of the day. The bed was as comfortable as they come The Miniloft is very private and calm, and yet it s in a great location, close to everything, and within walking distance to many attractions. The free wifi was a gift. The guidebook was especially well written and fun. I used this to plan my days, and it has one of the best maps I found in Berlin. The Miniloft is an attraction in itself. I have never before stayed in a place quite so thoughtfully conceived, and when I return to Berlin, this will be my first choice.

Owner response: Thank you Jan! It was a pleasure having you here.

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Warm and wonderful

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Warm and wonderful

Guest Wiebke
Date of stay 04/28/11
Review Submitted 04/29/11

(We liked) everything! Wonderful apartment, great architecture, functional interior, fantastic location, warm and welcoming atmosphere, nice people, great service - in fact, all I was always looking for when traveling!

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Great Little Studio

Guest Mr. Anonymous
Date of stay 04/26/11
Review Submitted 05/18/11

My wife and I, who are 69, recently stayed in a "compact" apartment for a week. We have only good things to report: The space, though modest, is intelligently used, and the large vertical windows, with drapes of alternating colours, make the atmosphere seem at once open, airy, and big. Normally, my wife's first instincts on being installed in a space is to start moving furniture around; here, alas, she had nothing to do. In terms of utensils, appliances, and the like, there was everything we needed, except a regular oven for cooking - but perhaps this is entailed in the notion of a kitchen"ette." Moreover, the things provided were of a very high quality - heavy pots, big wine glasses in the kitchenette; plush towels, good bedding, interesting shampoo, etc. elsewhere. So the feel of the place is of unadorned, even austere, space, made warm through the accoutrements of living. The building itself is a joy to return to, and the location, though central, unusually quiet. Most important is the intelligent helpfulness of management and staff. One of the things we like to do on holiday is buy ingredients we cannot get at home, and then cook. For this we could have used a bigger fry pan, and when we asked whether one was available from a different apartment, within half an hour somebody went and purchased one for us. As well, there is a wonderful guidebook to the neighbourhood, and to Berlin at large - maps, for instance, with concentric circles of 5, 10, 15... minute walks, showing where to take a coffee, where to buy groceries, where to eat, to get money, etc. Indeed, having a week to fill between commitments in England and France, and wanting to visit a city new to us, we chose Berlin partly on the strength of the guidebook, as it always takes a while to get one's bearing in a strange city, and for a short stay this is a shame. Knowing the city a bit as we now do, would we choose to stay at Miniloft again? Yes, absolutely.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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At home

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At home

Guest Claudia, Petro and Giuliano from Milano
Date of stay 04/25/11
Review Submitted 04/29/11

We liked to feel at home. We liked the style, the silence, the essentials. We liked to be central and remote at the same time.

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Cool design

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Cool design

Guest Juliane from Sao Paolo
Date of stay 04/23/11
Review Submitted 04/29/11

A lot of space and light - cool design - friendly yet unobtrusive service - independence - good cost/benefit ratio - free wi-fi - easy to book - photos on the site corresponds well to the real apartments.

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Lots of daylight

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Lots of daylight

Guest Olew and Ellen from Oslo
Date of stay 04/21/11
Review Submitted 04/29/11

We liked the high ceilings, large space and lots of daylight. Also the situation in the city - walking distance from "everywhere."

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Eco-friendly

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Eco-friendly

Guest Bob and Joan from Edinburgh
Date of stay 04/05/11
Review Submitted 04/29/11

We loved the great space, tastefully furnished and well equipped and in such a central location. We also really appreciated the eco-friendly materials used.

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Loved staying here!

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Loved staying here!

Guest Bob and Jean
Date of stay 03/18/11
Review Submitted 03/24/11

Loved the location, able to walk or train everywhere. It was comfortable, efficient, nice bathroom, loved having a kitchenette after being in hotel rooms for a couple of weeks. Really appreciated the washing machine and hair dryer. Best internet service we've had in our three weeks in Germany! Thanks for all the great info about Berlin, for the advice, recommendations, and making sure our train passes were on the table! We had a great week in Berlin and loved staying at the Miniloft!

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Thoughtful yet simple

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Thoughtful yet simple

Guest Philippa
Date of stay 03/11/11
Review Submitted 04/29/11

They are amazing, very thoughtful yet simple. So much nicer than a hotel. I shall definitely recommend you to my friends.

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Beautifully designed - inside and out

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Beautifully designed - inside and out

Guest Neil
Date of stay 02/25/11
Review Submitted 04/29/11

Beautifully designed - inside and out. Warm and comfortable. Great location. The Miniloft guide is a fantastic touch. The price is right.

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Your home in Berlin

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Your home in Berlin

Guest Gabriel from Brazil
Date of stay 02/11/11
Review Submitted 03/03/11

It's a real living experience in Berlin! The Minilofts are the kind of place that you want to spread the word to your friends, but at the same time to keep it a secret so you will always find "your" home in Berlin.

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Space, privacy and convenience

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Space, privacy and convenience

Guest Anna
Date of stay 02/02/11
Review Submitted 03/03/11

(We liked) the space, privacy, convenience, ability to eat what, when where we like, in or out. Your booklet of advice is comprehensive and useful. Cosy for winter and lots of windows to be opened for summer. Fab internet access.

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Great lofts, great location Berlin

Guest Nancy A.
Date of stay 12/09/10
Review Submitted 12/15/10

I've stayed at Minilofts a couple of times and love it there. The building is so fine to return to, shiny slender curves welcome me home. Nice kitchenette and sitting areas, nice view through big windows that let in lots of light, cozy warm floors. It's close to museums, shopping, excellent restaurants (and a fresh french fries stand), U-bahn and trolleys. The rooms are clean, staff helpful (Eleanor is a gem!). They have a really helpful written guide for walks in the area, as well as how to get around and find the basics (post office, atm...) My little home in Berlin.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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Winter wonderland

Guest Ellie
Date of stay 12/03/10
Review Submitted 12/22/10

We stayed at Minilofts for a pre-Christmas holiday and couldn't have been happier. After trekking through snowy Berlin and visiting Christmas markets, it was such a pleasure to come back to our own home away from home. The 'Extroverted' apartment was one large room with high ceilings (that's the definition of a loft I guess!), but nicely divided, with a sleeping area, kitchen/dining area, and living area with great couches and a big TV with English channels and a DVD player. We had everything we needed, and especially liked the huge windows and heated floor. It's a very stylish place, the raw concrete walls and floor are so modern and beautiful. It's in a great location, walking distance to many sights, including Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag, and the Berlin Wall memorial. The neighborhood restaurants are excellent (we especially liked La Bonne Franquette and Weinbar Rutz). The owners have written a wonderful guide to the neighborhood and Berlin, including restaurant recommendations and guided walks such as an architecture walk and an art walk. Highly recommended, we'll be back in the summer!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Feel at home

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Feel at home

Guest Ian and Leanne
Date of stay 12/01/10
Review Submitted 03/03/11

From a traveler's perspective the apartment is extraordinarily well conceived. A stay here takes you away from the boring grind of the corporate hotel. The space is wonderful and generous, and you feel 'at home' and self-sufficient.

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Berlin miniloft

Guest felix
Date of stay 08/31/10
Review Submitted 09/14/10

Minimalist is what you get...basic and adequate. No frills or extras. Ok, but maybe not a value for the price. Wouldn't rent this type of property again. It was represented accurately and was clean. Location was good and the booklet they provided was an excellent reference.

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Feel at home

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Feel at home

Guest Fiona from Melbourne
Date of stay 01/10/10
Review Submitted 03/03/11

many thanks to Britta and Matthew for dreaming up this unique accommodation your wonderful iconic building. The beautiful design - compact, but spacious, light and airy, well-equipped but uncluttered - made it a relaxing base in which we immediately felt at home. Eleanor and Alexis were so relaxed and helpful.

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Traveler Reviews (29)

It was a wonderful stay in Germany

It was a wonderful stay in Germany

A House in Berlin

A House in Berlin

An Awesome Place to Stay in Berlin

An Awesome Place to Stay in Berlin

Stay at Miniloft

Stay at Miniloft

Fitting appartment for the city

Fitting appartment for the city

Miniloft is perfect

Miniloft is perfect

Perfect apartment in excellent location

Perfect apartment in excellent location

sehr empfehlenswert

sehr empfehlenswert

Designer loft with great location and service

Designer loft with great location and service

Simply Perfect!

Simply Perfect!

Nice apartment

Nice apartment

Miniloft--Spacious, cozy, with great location.

Miniloft--Spacious, cozy, with great location.

A work of art

A work of art

Warm and wonderful

Warm and wonderful

Great Little Studio

Great Little Studio

At home

At home

Cool design

Cool design

Lots of daylight

Lots of daylight

Eco-friendly

Eco-friendly

Loved staying here!

Loved staying here!

Thoughtful yet simple

Thoughtful yet simple

Beautifully designed - inside and out

Beautifully designed - inside and out

Your home in Berlin

Your home in Berlin

Space, privacy and convenience

Space, privacy and convenience

Great lofts, great location Berlin

Great lofts, great location Berlin

Winter wonderland

Winter wonderland

Feel at home

Feel at home

Berlin miniloft

Berlin miniloft

Feel at home

Feel at home