Lichtenberg Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Lichtenberg, Berlin

Those coming to Lichtenberg may want to book one of the historical tours to learn more. During your stay, you can visit the shops and restaurants.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Pension Victoria is a top pension for history seekers booking on Expedia and it features free Wi-Fi. Brandenburg Gate is a short 13-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your stay is Holi Hostel Hotel.

In Lichtenberg, there are 36 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Lichtenberg is notable for landmarks like Berlin Hohenschoenhausen Memorial, Friedrichsfelde Palace and The STASI-prison. Cultural venues include Palazzo Berlin, Stasi Museum Berlin and German-Russian Museum Berlin-Karlshorst. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Wellblechpalast and Tierpark Berlin.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Lichtenberg, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Lichtenberg, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.