Wilmina Hotel, Berlin

Wilmina Hotel - Historic prison transformed into a luxury retreat with rooftop pool, garden, and modern dining

Set in a converted 19th-century women's prison in Charlottenburg, this 4-star Berlin hotel features 44 rooms within a heritage-listed complex. Each accommodation includes a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and premium bed linens, with select rooms offering patios. The property houses a seasonal rooftop pool, fitness center, sauna, and billiards room. Dining options include the Lovis Restaurant, a bar, and a buffet breakfast service. A 24-hour front desk provides multilingual service in English, German, Spanish, and French. The hotel stands 2 miles from both Zoologischer Garten station and Kurfürstendamm. Wilmina's location places guests within 1 mile of Charlottenburg Palace and the Brohan Museum.

Pros

Housed in a historic 19th-century prison complex with preserved architectural elements

Multilevel garden courtyards with extensive landscaping

Free bike parking available on-site

In-house bakery producing natural sourdough bread

Dedicated workspace in the library after 2 PM

Cons

Rooftop pool is unheated year-round

Airport is 17 miles from the property