Dagmar Röring is the owner and manager of the pension. As a host she is very friendly and attentive, and has invested a tremendous amount of loving care into her establishment. You can count on her to make you feel welcome and at home during your stay. I was in Berlin on business for about two weeks and always looked forward to coming back to my comfortable temporary home.

The accommodations were just as described in the posting. Everything is tastefully and charmingly appointed with a mixture of antiques and kitsch. The rooms have tall ceilings, big windows and are open and airy. My room, albeit a little cluttered with furnishings, was immaculate and very comfortable. The bed was very nice and heaped with pillows! A desk with a TV, a large wardrobe, sink/faucet, and a small refrigerator holding drinks for purchase were included. Abundant towels were supplied. It was a lovely, homey accommodation – especially given the length of my stay.

The breakfast was amazing. The first morning I was confused – I thought that perhaps this food was to share with others, but no – each guest got their own servings of meats/spreads, fish, cheeses, and fresh fruit. If that’s not enough, juice, fresh rolls and bread, soft-boiled eggs, and cereals, dried fruits and nuts were also available. It is possible, if you don’t want the full treatment, to let the staff know and they’ll bring you the parts of the breakfast you ask for. Again – even if you get only part of the breakfast, definitely don’t skip it!

The pension is located on Rüdesheimer Platz (“Rüdi” to the locals) – a few years ago the New York Times listed it among Europe’s most scenic streets and squares. What a beautiful and peaceful setting! The large plaza is filled with flowers, bordered with tall trees and beautiful buildings, and features at one end a huge (and pretty hideous!) 19th century fountain and statue of Siegfried taming a stallion. The best part is the Rheingau Weinbrunnen, a large wine garden open during the summer and early fall that attracts lots of locals every evening. Be sure to include this in your evening routine!! Rüdi and the surrounding streets also feature ample bakeries, produce markets, and very nice restaurants. The U3 subway station is conveniently located only a few steps from the pension. (Note that Sundays and weekdays the U3 stops running around 12:30 am, so you will need to rely on taxis or Night Bus to get back from any late night activities in Mitte. Fri/Sat the U3 runs pretty much through the night.)

For value, hospitality, and comfort, I cannot recommend Dagmar's pension highly enough!