Hotel AMANO Grand Central
Affordable urban cool — modern and pared-back, with a nightlife edge. Part business hotel, part party hotel. Self check-in kiosks rather than a traditional front desk.
Book direct on amanogroup.com: you get flexible cancellation, early check-in from 2pm (on request), and 20% off all food and drink at every AMANO venue — that discount adds up fast if you're eating at Gambino's.
Why It Matters
Largest hotel in the AMANO portfolio and a Green Key certified property. The APARTMENT Bar and Grand Central Rooftop Bar draw a genuine Berlin crowd, not just hotel guests. Location is unbeatable for train travel — Hauptbahnhof is literally across the street.
AMANO Grand Central is the biggest hotel the AMANO Group has built — 250 rooms sitting directly across from Berlin's Hauptbahnhof. The design is clean-line and modern, all dark parquet floors, soundproof windows, and Nespresso machines. Rooms are compact (the entry-level Cozy Single is a honest 14 sqm) but well-kitted; the real draws are the APARTMENT Bar's city-wide views and a rooftop terrace that hosts some of Berlin's better summer parties.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Business Apartment
The top category at 38 sqm. Full bathtub, kitchenette, dining table, sitting area with sofa bed — genuinely apartment-style. The extra square meterage and cooking facilities make it the right call for extended stays or business trips.
King (1.80m x 2.00m) + Sofa bed · 38 sqm
Comfy
A step up from the Cozy Single with 16 sqm. Some units have a balcony. Shower only, with a partly open bathroom configuration. Good value for solo travelers or couples on a short stay.
King (1.80m x 2.00m) or Twin · 16 sqmComfy Plus
Ranges from 20–27 sqm depending on the specific unit. Choice of bathtub or shower, partly open bathroom. More breathing room than the base Comfy without jumping to the suite tier.
King (1.60m x 2.00m) or Twin · 22 sqmCozy Single
The entry-level room and it is honest about what it is: 14 sqm, open bathroom layout, shower only. Good for a solo traveler who needs a clean base near the train station and won't be spending much time in the room.
Queen (1.60m x 2.00m) · 14 sqmRoomy
25 sqm with a proper enclosed bathroom (bathtub or shower), some units with a balcony, and a sitting area with sofa bed. Accessible-friendly rooms available in this category.
King (1.80m x 2.00m) or Twin · 25 sqmRoomy Plus
35 sqm with a bathtub, sofa bed sitting area, and some units with a balcony. The best mid-tier option for couples wanting extra space or anyone planning a longer stay.
King (1.60m x 2.00m) · 35 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Round-the-clock food and drink kiosk in the lobby offering flat whites, croissants, brownies, mini sandwiches, and aperitivo essentials. Useful for early trains or late arrivals.
Bicycles available for hire at the hotel — a practical option given Berlin's flat terrain and dedicated cycling infrastructure. Good for reaching Museum Island, Tiergarten, or the East Side Gallery under your own steam.
Fully digital arrival process. Guests receive a pre-arrival email with a personal check-in link. Room key on smartphone. Self-service kiosks in the lobby with staff available for support.
On-site gym with a view of the government district. Includes cardio equipment (cycling reported). No dedicated spa or pool on site.
Five meeting and event spaces: Boardroom, Private Dining Room, Grand Central I, II, and III (which can be combined). Conference rooms are light-filled with modern AV technology. Rooftop and APARTMENT Bar also available for exclusive event hire.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
7 fully accessible rooms available. All public areas accessible at ground level or by elevator. Book directly via reservations@amanogroup.com.
Daily breakfast buffet. Mon–Fri 6:30am–10:30am, Sat–Sun 7am–11am. Not included in base room rate — charged separately.
Concierge services including tour assistance, ticket booking, and city guidance. Bicycle rental also arranged here.
Quiet inner hotel courtyard — a good spot for breakfast in fine weather or a moment of calm away from the Heidestrasse street level.
Summer rooftop terrace (May–September) housing the Grand Central Rooftop Bar and alfresco Gambino's dining. Winter chalet rentals available.
Dogs welcome at €15/day per dog regardless of size.
Certified Green Key hotel — an international sustainability award from the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE).
Underground garage with 43 car spaces and 3 motorcycle spaces at €29/24 hours. Entry via Heidestraße. Max vehicle height 2.10m. No advance reservations — first-come, first-served.
On-site gym with city views toward the government district.
No swimming pool on property.
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