Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz, Berlin

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz - An eco-friendly Nordic design hotel with panoramic city views and Scandinavian dining

Located beside the Potsdamer Platz entertainment district, this 4-star Berlin hotel spans eight floors decorated with Nordic seasonal themes. The Scandic Berlin features rooms named after wildlife like wolverine and red squirrel, each equipped with French windows, wooden floors, air cooling systems, and private bathrooms with bath or shower options. A Scandinavian-style restaurant on the third floor serves local and international specialties, plus a buffet breakfast with organic, gluten-free, and lactose-free choices. The property includes a children's play area, 24-hour snack station, and an eighth-floor gym overlooking Potsdamer Platz. Fifteen meeting rooms accommodate business events, while a modern bar offers à la carte dining with lounge and terrace seating. The hotel sits within walking distance of landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate (1 mile), Topography of Terror (0.5 miles), and Gendarmenmarkt (1 mile).

Pros

Located in Tiergarten, Berlin's largest park with 500 acres of green space

Restaurant features nature-inspired decor with bird sounds and faux foliage

Dedicated children's breakfast buffet and kids' menu options

Rooms include complimentary mineral water and sustainable amenities

Cons

Air conditioning system may feel insufficient for some guests

Museum Island and Berliner Dom require a 1.5 miles journey