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Gay Berlin

Berlin is by far the largest city in Germany, being twice the size of Hamburg, and with it comes widespread acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community and a large and varied gay scene. With many gay bars and clubs catering to different crowds, Berlin gay life is probably more edgy than most other cities and an international reputation for fetish lovers. Berlin is quite spread out as a city, so you will find gay bars and events happening across town. Find all you need about Gay Berlin in the GayMapper Berlin Gay Guide.

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Berlin Gay Bars

GayMapper brings you information about gay bars and cruising bars in the city. Here are the top choices, read more about these bars or click below to see listings of all gay venues in this city.

Bar Zum Schmutzigen Hobby

Bar Zum Schmutzigen Hobby

Dancing, Drag, Younger Crowd

Bar Zum Schmutzigen Hobby in Friedrichshain is a lively queer hotspot that blends bar, club, and performance space into one playful venue. With flamboyant décor, cheeky humor, and a campy, welcoming vibe, it’s especially known for drag shows, cabaret acts, and wild themed parties. The music ranges from pop to electronic, keeping the dance floor buzzing well into the night. The crowd is diverse and open-minded, making it easy to meet people and soak in the fun. Bold, colorful, and unapologetically queer, it’s a true Berlin nightlife gem.
Tabasco

Tabasco

Older Crowd, Cruising

Tabasco Bar Berlin: boys meet men - men meet boys. The bar is one of the oldest gay bars in Berlin. It is located in the main gay street near Nollendorfplatz and is best reached by bus and subway via Nollendorfplatz.The Tabasco Bar has become a popular and lively meeting point over the years. There is always something going on here, whether a normal evening with friendly entertainment or an event with a colorful program - everyone feels comfortable here.
Heile Welt

Heile Welt

Cocktails, Young

Beautiful and welcoming bar for everyone. Music indoors is not too loud and perfect for conversations and the interior strikes a pose in a retro lounge design. The crowd tends to be youngish in the bar. Great cocktail list and selection of spirits.
Roses

Roses

Drag, Dancing, Smoking

An alternative gay bar in Kreuzberg, with a quirky interior featuring walls lined with pink fur and kitsch accessories. It's not a huge bar, so it can get extremely busy at peak times. If you have been to places like the Retro Bar or Vauxhall Tavern in London, then Roses would be worth a visit.
Incognito

Incognito

Older Crowd, Drag, Smoking

Cabaret bar where prices are moderate and the guests are being entertained by a variety of shows. This venue also offers a regular round of table for trans men & women where they and their friends can meet. The bar offers a lively atmosphere with a colourful interior.
New Action

New Action

Fetish, Cruising

The place to be in Berlin for all kinds of Gay Fetish. This cruising bar is strictly for gay men only.Leather / Rubber / Worker / Skin / Boots / Braces / Sportswear / Pigs / Master / Slave / Uniform / Army / Biker. Jeans only in combination with full skin gear, i.e. bleached, polo, bald or zero-copped.NO cologneNO slippers or fashion shoes.NO nazi stuff or right wing signs.
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Gay friendly hotels in Berlin

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4* Vienna House Andels

4* Vienna House Andels

Offering a bar with panoramic views of Berlin, a Michelin-star awarded restaurant, a spa with 24-hour gym, and stylish rooms, this 4-star-superior hotel is just 6 tram stops from Alexanderplatz Square. Located opposite the Landsberger Allee tram stop, the environmentally-friendly Vienna House Andel's Berlin has air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms with a flat-screen TV, laptop safe, and large bathroom. Free WiFi is available here. The SpaSphere is the 550 m² spa area comprising a Finnish sauna, a bio sauna, a hot tub, fitness studio and relaxation terraces. Guests can enjoy natural plants and attentive spa treatments in a soundproofed area free of traffic noise. In the evenings, the Michelin-star chef Alexander Koppe can spoil you in the Skykitchen on the 12th floor with its phenomenal views of Berlin (reservation required). The fully glass-enclosed Loft 14 bar combines classic fresh fruity cocktails with Berlin character, and offers spectacular rooftop views of Berlin from a height of 64 m. Landsberger Allee City Rail Station is 50 m from the Vienna House Andel's Berlin. Trains run to Schonefeld Airport in 30 minutes.
Guesthouse 21

Guesthouse 21

This gay accommodation is located in Berlin's Schoneberg district, near the gay bars and just a 10-minute walk from Nollendorftplatz U-Bahn Train Station. It features free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and a kitchen area. Guesthouse21 Gay offers individually decorated rooms featuring charming details, like decorated tiled stoves. Each room includes a TV, wardrobe and small seating area, and some also have a balcony. The bathroom is shared. Breakfast is available at the accommodation until late in the day. The common kitchen area is the perfect place to prepare hot meals or make coffee. Guests can rent a personal laptop from the accommodation (charges apply). A washing machine and dryer are on site. Various bars and restaurants are located within 10 minutes' walk, while the well-known Kurfurstendamm shopping street is a 15-minute walk away.
4* TWO Hotel Berlin by Axel

4* TWO Hotel Berlin by Axel

"This hotel offers free WiFi as well as a popular lounge. TWO Hotel Berlin by Axel lies close to Berlin's gay area, near many leisure, gastronomic and shopping highlights, including the iconic Kurfurstendamm. Opened in January 2017, the TWO Hotel Berlin by Axel provides exquisitely designed rooms and junior suites. All include natural daylight and soundproofing and a bathroom with anti-fogging mirrors as well as a built-in radio. Guests can also adjust the heating, air conditioning and lighting exactly to their taste. Breakfast is available between 07:00 and 11:00 daily. The lounge on the 7th floor is a friendly meeting point for all guests, regardless of sexuality. The hotel is popular with gay guests. Guests can work out for free at the Fitness by TWO Hotel Berlin 24 hours a day. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from Guntzelstrasse Underground Station and a 5-minute walk from Berliner Strasse Underground Station, and most of Berlin's main attractions can be reached within a 10-minute drive by car."
4* Axel Hotel Berlin

4* Axel Hotel Berlin

This upmarket gay focussed hotel in Berlin-Schöneberg's gay area offers designer rooms, a rooftop bar with panoramic views, and a modern spa. The KaDeWe department store is a 5-minute walk away. The rooms and suites of the Axel Hotel Berlin include large beds and flat-screen TVs. WiFi is free in the entire hotel. The designer rooms and suites include a large bed, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The wellness area has a hot tub, a sauna, a Turkish bath, and a gym. The Axel Berlin's Urban Bar is popular with gay guests and the general public. The Wittenbergplatz Underground Station is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Different gay clubs and bars are just steps away.
3* Art Hotel Connection

3* Art Hotel Connection

This gay hotel in Schöneberg is right on Fuggerstrasse where you'll find many of Berlin's gay bars. 700 m from Berlin’s Kurfurstendamm shopping area and the KaDeWe department store. The hotel's breakfast buffet is available until late, and Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. A 10-minute walk from the many bars of Nollendorfplatz Square, the ArtHotel Connection has rooms with a flat-screen TV, DVD player and iPod docking station.
4* Riu Plaza Berlin

4* Riu Plaza Berlin

Stay in the heart of the gay district in this modern, luxury hotel set in a 17-storey building on Berlin's Kurfürstendamm boulevard. The gay friendly RIU Plaza Berlin is a 5-minute walk from Kurfürstendamm Underground Station and the world-famous KaDeWe department store. All rooms and suites at the Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin am Kurfürstendamm feature luxury furnishings, fridge, air conditioning and a private bathroom.

Tours & Experiences in Berlin

Berlin is one of those cities where the sightseeing can be every bit as interesting as the nightlife. See the Brandenburg Gate and Museum Island, cruise the Spree, explore alternative neighbourhoods, or take a trip to Potsdam before heading back towards Schöneberg for the evening.

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