Ellington Hotel Berlin in Berlin

Housed in a converted 1931 theater with a grand stone and brick facade, this casual hotel is a 12-minute walk from the Berlin Zoo and 3.1 km from the historic square of Potsdamer Platz.Minimalist rooms feature high-speed Internet (fee), flat-screen TVs and minibars. Some quarters offer desks, wall-to-wall windows and separate living rooms. Room service is available.A contemporary restaurant with a seasonal terrace serves French cuisine, and there's also a sleek bar. Other amenities include an exercise room, and event space for up to 800 guests.