While some indulge in a full-on pamper party when traveling, others opt for more space and less luxuriating. So while Brilliant Apartments does not offer spa services and 24-hour room service, they do offer pleasantly furnished, large, central apartments in the heart of Prenzlauer Berg for temporary stays.

A convenient home base for any type of traveler, Brilliant Apartments provides fully equipped kitchens, clean bed linens, free wi-fi and televisions with DVD players in mod, minimal settings. What’s more, owner Simon knows Berlin like the back of his hand and will point you in the best direction for excursions and eateries faster than you can say “help”.

Studios large enough for one to three persons range from 90 Euros per day while three-room apartments cost a total of 120 Euros—mere pocket change in comparison to one of Berlin’s many design hotels.