Review of Hotel Graf Pückler 2*

I selected Hotel Graf Puckler because of it's proximity to Bayer's main Berlin campus (a three minute walk) and because of the decent ratings. I am usually a Marriott guy but was open to something different with a local feel on this trip. As you can see from the other reviews and pictures, the hotel offers a very basic room but one that I found comfortable. The air temperature in my room was always just right, the water was hot, and the shower had good pressure (but it was small as were the towels). The beds were surprisingly comfortable although I found the large pillows a bit too soft. I interacted with six different staff members during my visit and they all spoke very good English. However, I only found one TV channel (CNN) in English. VISA and MasterCard credit cards are accepted but only Euros are taken as cash. There are no steam irons in the rooms to press your clothes but you can borrow an iron from the staff (I suggest a small tip). Breakfast was fresh and included several fruits, cereals, breads, meats, cheeses and juices. There was something different every day. However, breakfast is the only meal served at the hotel and the snack bar (a few soft drinks) in the front is limited. The hotel was very quiet during my four days. There are several restaurants and shops (drugstore, convenience store, etc. ) just a minute or two walk from the hotel. I felt safe at the hotel and will definitely stay here again in the future. The hotel is 10 — 15 minutes from Tegel (about 20 euros for cab ride) and ~45 minutes from Schonefeld (55 euros).