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Our stay at the Hotel Amelie Berlin was a pleasant one marred by only one incident which we will recall later in this post…

The Hotel Amelie Berlin is within walking distance from the Friedrichstrasse (affectionately known to us as Fried Rice Station) or Oranienburger Tor U-bahn station. The price of the hotel was about 70euros inclusive of breakfast which was quite ok.

When we arrived at the hotel, a well-mannered receptionist who spoke with good English served us. We arrived early and placed our luggage there. She also showed us how to get to all the attractions on the map.

Hotel Amelie Berlin - 2 single beds — Hotel Amelie Berlin – 2 single beds

The room was small but clean and decent. The toilet was nice and clean with an attached shower.

Clean toilet with hot water at Hotel Amelie Berlin

The only thing about the toilet is that the mirror is placed very high up. According to our estimations, anyone less than the height of 1.7metres, will not be able to see themselves in the mirrors of the bathroom.

Funny choice of height to place the mirrors dont you think?

So far, our experience have been good. The breakfast served was also typical european with bread, cheese, milk, hams and eggs…

Breakfast at Hotel Amelie Berlin from 8 to 10am

Then the “incident” happened…

After breakfast, we wanted to ask the receptionist what was the building across the road (it looked like some kind of a prison). At first, she ignored us. Then we realised why. She was not able to speak English! So she continued to do her calculations (should be summing up the profits for the night) and ignored us.

So this episode sort of turned our experience at Hotel Amelie. Well,

Firstly, shouldnt the receptionist be able to speak English just like the receptionist who spoke excellent English the day before?

Secondly, even if she could not speak well, she should have asked someone to help instead of just ignoring us.

Other than this “episode”, the stay was nonetheless a good one, because of its price as well as its proximity to attractions nearby.

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Top 8 Things to do and Attractions in Berlin Germany
Berliner Hof Hotel – A great base to explore Berlin
Berlin Hauptbahnhof : Futuristic Berlin Central Station
Alexanderplatz Berlin : A relaxed evening and a sumptuous steak dinner at Block House
Hotel Amelie Berlin : No frills budget stay
Berliner Currywurst : Is it really all that its hyped up to be?
Berlin Wall East Side Gallery : Iconic Artwork Awaits
Checkpoint Charlie Berlin : At Berlin Wall between East and West Berlin
Holocaust Memorial Berlin : Memorial to the Murdered Jews in Europe
Brandenburg Gate Berlin Germany aka Brandenburger Tor : A Must Visit Attraction
Berlin Zoo aka Hauptstadt Zoologischer Garten : Back to Nature…
Berlin Wall Documentation Centre : History Before Your Very Eyes
Der Reichstag Berlin : Home of the German Parliament (Bundestag)

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Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin was the only point for foreigners to do border crossing into East Berlin during the Cold War. The most infamous incident that took place at Checkpoint Charlie was in October 1961 where there was a stand-off between 10 tanks from both American and Soviet troops. Today, Checkpoint Charlie is a major tourist attraction when visitors come to Berlin.

The name “Charlie” came from the letter “C” used in the military where “A” stands for “Alpha”, “B” for “Bravo” & “C” for “Charlie” etc.

You would recognise Checkpoint Charlie easily because of the checkpoint itself, sandbags, guards as well as a large poster of a soldier (American or Soviet depending on which side you are at)

If you are on the Soviet side entering into the Allies (American) sector, you would see a picture of the American soldier at Checkpoint Charlie…

Checkpoint Charlie : American soldier as you enter the Allies American Sector

Conversely, if you are on the American sector, entering into the Soviet side, you would see a picture of the Soviet soldier as well as the famous words “YOU ARE LEAVING THE AMERICAN SECTOR“…

Checkpoint Charlie : Soviet Soldier as you enter the Soviet Sector

Aerial view of Checkpoint Charle : West Berlin at the top and East Berlin at the bottom

This picture shows the aerial view of Checkpoint Charlie during the Cold War era. Notice the many lanes after crossing Checkpoint Charlie and even an area set aside for checking of cars entering into East Berlin.

Today, Checkpoint Charlie is a huge tourist attraction where you can learn more about the Berlin Wall through the museums, have a bite at the nearby cafes or even take a photo with uniform guards and have your passport chopped by the Soviet and American border controls!

Exhibition about the Berlin Wall and Checkpoint Charlie

Thurmann Bakery @ Checkpoint Charlie : Coffee, Sandwich and Cake

Uniformed Soldier guarding the Checkpoint

Getting your passport stamped for a small price of $5Euros

Ticket Prices & Opening Hours of Checkpoint Charlie

Checkpoint Charlie is always accessible but the uniformed guards will be there during normal working hours. If you would like to take a picture with the guards or have your passport stamped, a nominal fee of $5euros would apply.

How to get to Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin

Map of Checkpoint Charlie Berlin

Checkpoint Charlie is located at the intersection of Friedrichstrasse (Friedrich Street) and Niederkirchnerstrasse (Niederkirchner Street) and is just a short walk from the nearest U-Bahn – Koch Strasse Station.

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