u/DT_Mortim

heading to berlin in late may 2026 and trying to lock down a hostel now before prices go crazy. spent a bit of time on the usual booking sites checking ratings but honestly the mix of party vs quiet vs social but not insane is all over the place. dont want a place thats dead silent where nobody talks. something in prenzlauer berg or mitte area would be good since i want walkable stuff but not right in the club chaos. what are people actually using these days to filter through all the options? also do people trust the ratings or just go by word of mouth now?