We had a pleasant stay in Ben's apartment. The apartment is great, clean and had everything we needed - even a kitchen for us to cook. However, the apartment is located a bit far from the famous tourist attractions, but everything is easily accessible from the nearby public transportation (20-25 minutes to Alexanderplatz). The neighbourhood also offers various shopping opportunities in walking distance from the apartment. Altogether, I pass on my best recommendations for a budget place to stay in Berlin.