Ackselhaus & Blue Home

Press Reviews

IMAGE Magazine, March 2013
"Where: Ackselhaus and Blue Home, a pair of slick city apartments in the boho heart of the city
Known For: Their cool décor, inspiring location and, at Easter, the Berlin markets are a treat
The Vibe Based in the city’s leafy Prenzlauer Berg, the boho district is bursting with cafés and boutiques, making it the perfect place to people-watch
What We Love It’s an escape from the energy of the city. The accommodation is exotic, arty and a little different – just like Berlin itself"

Conde Nast Traveler (US), September 2010
"On a lovely cobbled Strasse in Prenzlauer Berg, Ackselhaus and its sibling, Blue Home, display their reno’d charms: The former (and funkier) has themed suites like the China (think cuddly Mandarin); the latter (and snazzier) has deluxes with Balinese canopied beds."

Travel + Leisure
"The hotel presents an alluring combination of elegance and affordability—as well as the stylish breakfast café Club del Mar—on a tree-lined street in Prenzlauer Berg."

Time Out
"Just doors apart, what ties these two establishments together - aside from their shared reception desk - is a wonderfully realised 'modernised colonial' style. In Ackselhaus each apartment has a bedroom, sitting room, bathroom and kitchenette, with old wooden floorboards, white walls, antique furniture and a Mediterranean feel. The blue and white 'Maritime Apartment', with mahogany furniture and seafaring paintings, is particularly beautiful. Most rooms have two beds, and one larger apartment is suitable for four to five people. The pricier Bluehome (at no.24), with its blue façade, and balconies overlooking Belforter Strasse, is home to the Club del Mar restaurant, which offers a breakfast buffet and open fireplace. There's also a delightful balconied garden out back, complete with lawn chairs in the summer. Recommended, but make sure you book well ahead."

Lonely Planet
"This charismatic place on a pretty residential street has 10 apartments (most sleeping two - some up to four - with full kitchen). Each light-filled unit has unique décor ranging from romantic (with four-poster bed) to exotic (with African sculptures) and nautical (lots of blue), all with voicemail and DSL. The nicest ones overlook the flowery garden. There's a nice café and wi-fi throughout."

The Independent
"In the bohemian district of Prenzlauer Berg, north-east of the centre, these beautiful apartments and suites are set away from the noise of Berlin's tourist spots but are still close enough for you to explore the city by foot. They are set in a restored, 19th-century building overlooking a communal garden, furnished with modern and antique pieces, with internet access."

Gridskipper
"One of the few boutique hotels in the 'hood, the Ackselhaus is comprised of themed flats. Though we prefer to avoid themed rooms generally (vibes here include … "Honeymoon," "Maritime," and "Movie"), these are tastefully done and are more subtle than garish."

Guest Reviews

Reviews are only from people who have stayed there and booked through i-escape.

• “We booked the Movie Room and asked for it to be set up for three friends - 2 girls, one boy - and the staff at the Ackselhaus put everything right. The room was very big and accommodated all of us and our luggage very well. The kitchen was an added (surprise) bonus and the Nespresso machine was a lovely touch. Really friendly staff, great location and fab gardens to relax in. The area is excellent - like a Marylebone/villagey feel. Meierei is fantastic for breakfast - share the apple strudel, it is huge, and delicious!”
  Carol, United Kingdom (19.08.12)

• “Beautiful room (303 in Blue Home) with a luxurious bathroom and a very comfy, stunning four poster bed. Staff were very friendly and the honesty bar is fabulous value. Easy access to all nice restaurants and bars in Prenzlauer Berg and to the tram.”
  Alexandra, United Kingdom (23.04.12)

• “Such a lovely and unique hotel in a fantastic location. I can't speak highly enough of the excellent customer service we received here. Fantastic place!”
  Nicola, United Kingdom (19.02.12)

• “The breakfast room and breakfast selection was perfect. The staff were incredibly helpful. Lucky Leek was on Kollwitzstr (just round the corner) - outstanding vegan / vegetarian restaurant”
  Andrea, United Kingdom (28.11.11)