Our family of three stayed in the apartment for five nights. It was comfortable and we liked the neighborhood so much that we could have stayed longer. From the moment we booked the apartment until we left, the whole experience was very positive. Lenna was easy to work with and responsive. She provided detailed directions to get to the apartment, including the approximate cost for a taxi. In the apartment she had travel guides, maps, and recommendations for restaurants in the area. The apartment was nicely appointed and lived large for a one bedroom. Best of all was the lovely neighborhood with great cafes, restaurants, and shops. It was also nice to be near Mauer Park on Sunday for the flea market and karaoke. In addition, the apartment is in close proximity to the U2 line to get around Berlin.

My wife and I rent apartments whenever we go to Europe--we've learned that it's not only much cheaper but also allows you to experience the location in a much more realistic way than staying at a hotel. And this Lux Berlin 1 was one of our best: extremely affordable, beautifully updated, extremely quiet and comfortable. It also superbly located in Prenzlauer Berg, an area filled with great restaurants and bars as well as being close to a U-bahn station. The only downside is that this apartment is on the 4th floor (5th floor to Americans) and there's no elevator - so have to be in decent shape for that.