Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin
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Summary of reviewsThe Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin generally receives positive reviews across several categories, particularly for its location, breakfast and staff friendliness.
Situated in the peaceful and green district of Dahlem, the hotel's tranquil surroundings and proximity to the Freie Universität Berlin, Botanical Gardens and Grunewald Forest are highly praised. Its excellent connection to public transportation via the nearby Dahlem-Dorf U-Bahn station makes it easy to access central Berlin, striking a perfect balance between serenity and connectivity. Local amenities, including a variety of restaurants, cafes and shops, further enhance convenience for guests.
The breakfast at the hotel is widely commended for its extensive variety and quality, catering to diverse dietary needs with fresh and plentiful options. Guests enjoy the spacious dining areas, friendly atmosphere and the value it adds to their stay. Despite some minor issues like occasional delays in restocking certain items, it remains a standout feature.
Guest rooms are described as spacious, clean and modern, equipped with useful amenities such as refrigerators and air conditioning. The quiet and pleasant ambiance of the rooms is often highlighted, leading to restful stays. While some improvements could be made—such as addressing minor maintenance issues and enhancing thoroughness in cleaning—most guests find the accommodations comfortable and appealing.
The overall cleanliness of the hotel receives high marks, although there are sporadic mentions of areas needing more attention, such as hallways and communal spaces. Nonetheless, the facilities are generally well-maintained, contributing to a positive impression.
Staff at the Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin are frequently noted for their friendliness and helpfulness, particularly at the reception and bar. While there are occasional reports of understaffing and inconsistent service, the general sentiment toward the staff is positive with many guests appreciating their courteous and professional demeanor.
The hotel's Wi-Fi service has room for improvement with mixed reviews pointing to frequent re-logins and issues with connectivity in specific areas. The gym facilities also receive mixed feedback with some guests praising the fitness room but others noting its unavailability at times. Enhancing these amenities could further elevate the guest experience.
Parking at the hotel is generally convenient with both on-site underground parking and free street parking options available. However, some guests find the cost of the underground parking to be on the higher side. EV charging stations are available but could benefit from improved usability and cost management.
For families, the hotel offers a tranquil and accommodating environment, making it a suitable option for family trips. While there are minor gaps in communication regarding specific family amenities, the overall ambiance is family-friendly.
In summary, the Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin offers a comfortable, quiet and well-connected stay with commendable breakfast offerings, friendly staff and modern accommodations. Addressing minor issues and enhancing certain facilities would further improve the overall guest experience.
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Situated in the peaceful and green district of Dahlem, the hotel's tranquil surroundings and proximity to the Freie Universität Berlin, Botanical Gardens and Grunewald Forest are highly praised. Its excellent connection to public transportation via the nearby Dahlem-Dorf U-Bahn station makes it easy to access central Berlin, striking a perfect balance between serenity and connectivity. Local amenities, including a variety of restaurants, cafes and shops, further enhance convenience for guests.
The breakfast at the hotel is widely commended for its extensive variety and quality, catering to diverse dietary needs with fresh and plentiful options. Guests enjoy the spacious dining areas, friendly atmosphere and the value it adds to their stay. Despite some minor issues like occasional delays in restocking certain items, it remains a standout feature.
Guest rooms are described as spacious, clean and modern, equipped with useful amenities such as refrigerators and air conditioning. The quiet and pleasant ambiance of the rooms is often highlighted, leading to restful stays. While some improvements could be made—such as addressing minor maintenance issues and enhancing thoroughness in cleaning—most guests find the accommodations comfortable and appealing.
The overall cleanliness of the hotel receives high marks, although there are sporadic mentions of areas needing more attention, such as hallways and communal spaces. Nonetheless, the facilities are generally well-maintained, contributing to a positive impression.
Staff at the Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin are frequently noted for their friendliness and helpfulness, particularly at the reception and bar. While there are occasional reports of understaffing and inconsistent service, the general sentiment toward the staff is positive with many guests appreciating their courteous and professional demeanor.
The hotel's Wi-Fi service has room for improvement with mixed reviews pointing to frequent re-logins and issues with connectivity in specific areas. The gym facilities also receive mixed feedback with some guests praising the fitness room but others noting its unavailability at times. Enhancing these amenities could further elevate the guest experience.
Parking at the hotel is generally convenient with both on-site underground parking and free street parking options available. However, some guests find the cost of the underground parking to be on the higher side. EV charging stations are available but could benefit from improved usability and cost management.
For families, the hotel offers a tranquil and accommodating environment, making it a suitable option for family trips. While there are minor gaps in communication regarding specific family amenities, the overall ambiance is family-friendly.
In summary, the Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin offers a comfortable, quiet and well-connected stay with commendable breakfast offerings, friendly staff and modern accommodations. Addressing minor issues and enhancing certain facilities would further improve the overall guest experience.
Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Environmental and climate protection are part of the corporate concept at Seminaris, so doing without plastic is a matter of course. They use mainly regional products, and drinks such as fresh oat milk and lemonade are made in-house. Certified as a High Performer with Sustainable Berlin.
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About Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin
License: HRB 182457B
Guest Reviews
Location
Despite being located outside the city center, the hotel's connection to public transportation is excellent. It is just a short walk from the Dahlem-Dorf U-Bahn station, providing easy access to central Berlin within about 30 minutes via the U3 subway line. There are also several bus routes nearby, ensuring guests can navigate the city with ease.
Guests value the proximity to local amenities, including a variety of restaurants, cafes and shops within walking distance. Additionally, the nearby U-Bahn and bus lines offer convenient connections to major city attractions, making it easy to get around without a car.
The hotel is noted for being located on the FU Berlin campus, which many find to be a vibrant and beautiful area with a calm ambiance, complemented by birdsong and lush greenery. Visitors attending academic events or business at the university find the location particularly advantageous.
While some reviews mention the higher cost of on-site parking, there is ample parking available around the hotel, making it accessible for those traveling by car. Overall, the Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin's location is highlighted as both serene and strategically convenient, providing a perfect balance for a restful yet well-connected stay in Berlin.
Breakfast
Despite predominantly positive feedback, some critiques include inconsistent service quality, occasional delays in restocking and less favorable descriptions of certain items, such as the coffee and powdered scrambled eggs. Nevertheless, the breakfast is generally seen as a standout feature with guests appreciating the spacious and clean dining areas, the option to dine outdoors and the friendly staff.
The hotel's breakfast is often considered excellent value for money, contributing to an overall satisfying start to the day for a broad range of guests.
Dinner
While the hotel's own dining services are limited with no restaurant service in the evening and a closed restaurant on Sundays and weekdays, many guests appreciate the ample and delicious grill buffet when available. Unfortunately, some found the limited selections during breakfast and the food is not always delivered timely. The absence of in-room tea or coffee facilities and limited bar operations might also be a downside for some visitors.
On the plus side, the hotel does offer evening bar services with friendly staff, providing a pleasant atmosphere to unwind. Despite not being able to dine on-site, the proximity to quality gastronomy options nearby helps compensate, ensuring that guests can always find a satisfying meal just a short walk away.
Rooms
Despite the many positive aspects, some guests note areas that require improvement. Issues such as superficial cleaning, worn-out carpets and minor maintenance problems like broken shower tiles and lighting failures in the bathroom have been reported. Moreover, some guests faced challenges with room temperature control and noise levels, especially in rooms close to the elevator or those with insufficient soundproofing.
While the hotel takes pride in its modern and environmentally committed approach and customer service is generally appreciated, some reviews pointed out inconsistencies in housekeeping and occasional cleanliness concerns. Overall, Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin provides a comfortable, well-furnished and modern environment, making it a suitable option for many travelers, albeit with a few areas needing attention to better meet guest expectations.
Beds
Several reviews noted the issue of having only one duvet for double beds, which some found inconvenient. Pillows received mixed feedback as well with terms like "uncomfortable pillows," "thin pillows," and "pillow very old and stretched out." However, some guests did find the pillows to be very comfortable.
A recurring mention was the bed size and setup. Standard double rooms with beds 160x200 cm were sometimes seen as narrow for two people. Guests also commented on the shared duvet and the comfort of additional beds, which reportedly were not as comfortable or required multiple reminders to be set up. The need for bigger beds was highlighted with some reviews appreciating the "king-sized" beds and "continuous mattresses."
Cleanliness around the beds was noted positively, although a few reviews mentioned incomplete vacuuming under the beds. In a few instances, the bed design was criticized for being connected to the wall, reducing space or comfort for some guests.
Overall, while the comfort of the beds at Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin regularly receives praise, room for improvement exists in the area of bed accessories and setup for a more universally comfortable experience.
Cleanliness
However, some reviews indicate areas needing improvement. Certain guests noted lapses in thoroughness, such as carpets not feeling fresh, persistent limescale in showers and occasional mold issues. While the rooms themselves are typically bright, modern and clean, the bathrooms often fall short with cleanliness sometimes being only superficial. Dirty curtains, visible hair and dust layers have also been pointed out as detracting from the overall cleanliness experience.
While the hotel generally earns praise for its cleanliness, there are sporadic reports of neglected areas like hallways, staircases and the breakfast area. The maintenance of these communal spaces could be enhanced to match the high standards observed in other parts of the hotel. Despite these occasional shortcomings, many visitors still commend the hotel's cleanliness, leaving with a positive impression.
Overall, Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin delivers a clean and comfortable stay, but addressing the inconsistencies in bathroom and communal area cleanliness will enhance its appeal even further.
Staff
On the other hand, the hotel faces criticism for occasional understaffing, which some guests felt led to slow service and a sense of staff being overwhelmed. Receptionists, at times, were not as accessible or responsive as expected with a few instances of rudeness or unhelpfulness noted. Despite these issues, many guests found the reception staff to be courteous and professional and service to be attentive during their stay.
Overall, while there are areas that need improvement, particularly in handling busy periods and maintaining consistent communication, the friendliness and helpful nature of the staff leave a positive impression on most guests.
Wi-Fi
While some encountered a stable and effective connection, others noted intermittent, slow and weak signals, described as frustrating and annoying. There's a clear indication that the hotel's Wi-Fi system may need updating to meet the expectations of all guests more consistently.
Gym
Suggestions for improvement included extending the fitness and wellness area’s opening hours and eliminating the additional fees charged for using the gym. There were also calls for the hotel's offerings to more prominently feature fitness options with more gym equipment suggested to enhance the experience. The closed sauna and the difficulties faced by some guests in accessing the fitness center were also noted. Despite these issues, the potential for a highly competitive fitness facility at this location remains evident.
Parking
For those looking to save, there are several free parking options available on the surrounding streets. These side streets offer ample space and have been reported to be quiet, especially during Christmas. The nearby streets also provide an easy and cost-free alternative for parking.
Overall, while the on-site underground parking is convenient, safe and directly accessible from the hotel, the pricing might be a deterrent for some. Guests do have the flexibility to choose between paid underground parking and various free street parking options nearby, making it easier to find a suitable spot for their vehicles.
EV charging stations
However, there are some concerns worth mentioning. The charging stations are not billed through the hotel and cannot be used with the usual charging cards, which some guests found cumbersome. The cost of charging can be quite high with some guests citing expenses close to 70 euros for 100 km of electricity. While the overall availability of charging options is appreciated, the usability and cost aspects might need improvement.
Overall, for those who prioritize eco-friendly transportation, the Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin offers pertinent facilities, but a bit of preparation regarding charging logistics and costs would be beneficial.
Family
Families visiting Berlin will appreciate the hotel's ability to cater to their needs, offering facilities such as quiet double rooms with two single beds. However, some guests noted that inquiries about specific family amenities, like high chairs, were not always thoroughly addressed, indicating room for improvement in guest communication.
Overall, the hotel is commended for its calm and family-friendly ambiance, making it an ideal choice for family trips and vacations in Berlin.
Business
The location offers convenience, particularly for visitors with engagements in the south of Berlin and it is well connected for day trips. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city center by subway, which adds to the convenience for business travelers who may also need to access downtown Berlin.
Guests frequently comment on the hotel's excellent value for money and modern infrastructure. Although the staff are usually responsive and handle criticism well, some issues with invoicing and business requests have been noted, highlighting areas for improvement. Despite these minor drawbacks, the overall cleanliness and functional amenities of the hotel contribute to a pleasant experience.
While the hotel's primary focus is on business travel, its rural scientific campus setting offers a quiet environment conducive to work and conferences. However, it is not recommended for honeymooners or those seeking a luxury stay, as it is very much a business-oriented facility.
In summary, Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin is highly recommended for business trips and conferences, offering a great balance of location, facilities and value for money within its business niche.
Accessible
The hotel's location is another highlight, being well-connected to public transport and easily accessible by car. Its proximity to city attractions and the university campus adds to the convenience. The elevator system in the hotel is user-friendly with a few barriers, ensuring smooth movement within the premises.
Though there were some minor concerns such as requiring better phone access and an unmanned side door, the overall sentiment remains positive. The hotel's amenities, accessibility features and location make it a strong contender for travelers prioritizing ease of access.
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No, Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin.
Yes, Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin.
Yes, Seminaris CampusHotel Berlin has a gym.
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