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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.
Betty F***
Dancing, Drag
Betty F is a small basement gay bar in Berlin Mitte, with cabaret entertainment. The bar's small size, like a "Berlin backroom," adds to its charm and makes it a unique experience. Betty F is also notable for its decor, friendly staff, and 80s and 90s music, which often leads to dancing. Gets busy on weekends.
Südblock
Outdoor Seating, Food, Drag
Südblock is located right at Kottbusser Tor and is one of the renowned queer spaces in Berlin. With a large outdoor terrace, this cafe, bar, cabaret and party venue offers a unique experience in one the most diverse parts of the city.The cafe normally opens for breakfast, lunch and the very German afternoon "coffee and cake" before becoming more of a bar in the evening, with a varied events program, including bands, drag, quiz nights and more. The weekly Sunday brunch is a highlight and very popular as you pay what you think it was worth!
Böse Buben
Fetish, Cruising
We are a club of adult men (founded on September 6, 1996), who enjoy and foster innovative play. We believe that good play requires responsibility and mutual respect, as well as practice, experience and a place to experiment. We are the leading club in Germany for all varieties of SM, in particular flagellation. We receive visitors from all parts of Europe and the world who wish to practice or learn about the art of spanking for pleasure. In our clubrooms you will find all age groups, a definite enrichment for our "play sessions". It is our intention to be a counterbalance to the commercialized scene and we attach importance to time, room, and a stimulating atmosphere at reasonable cost. We try to be of assistance to our members and visitors with their questions and problems. We boost consciousness for the various forms of sexuality among adults and are involved in projects to educate the general public in order to prevent social isolation and sexual violence. We condone an imaginative, positive and responsible attitude towards sexuality.Therefore we look forward to men of all ages, their curiosity and their experience. What's more we always welcome every dress code. Don't worry, you won't escape unnoticed.
SchwuZ
Dancing, Drag, Lesbian
SchwuZ in Neukölln is one of Berlin’s biggest and most beloved queer clubs, famous for its colorful parties and inclusive vibe. Housed in a former brewery, it spans multiple dance floors with music ranging from pop and disco to techno and house, so there’s something for everyone. Themed nights, drag performances, and live acts add extra flair, drawing a diverse, international crowd that loves to dance until sunrise. With its friendly, energetic atmosphere, SchwuZ is a must-visit spot for anyone wanting to experience Berlin’s vibrant queer nightlife.
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.
Gay friendly hotels in Berlin
GayMapper brings you a curated selection of accommodation gay destinations around the world, which are in preferred locations and are welcoming to LGBTQ+ travellers. Grab a great deal on your hotel stay when you book via GayMapper!
4* Axel Hotel Berlin
Gay Hotel, Near Gay Nightlife
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.
4* TWO Hotel Berlin by Axel
Gay Hotel, Near Gay Nightlife
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."
Guesthouse 21
Near Gay Nightlife, Great Value
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* Quentin Design Hotel
Near Gay Nightlife, Boutique
This boutique-style hotel in Berlin's Schoneberg district in centrally located, an 8-minute walk from the KaDeWe Department Store and Kurfurstendamm shopping boulevard. The Quentin Design Hotel is a 5-minute walk from Nollendorfplatz Underground station.
The Quentin Design Hotel has air-conditioned rooms with an LED smart TV, hardwood floors and designer bathrooms. WiFi is provided free of charge in all the rooms and public areas.
Located in a quiet side street, the Quentin Design Hotel Berlin is surrounded by bars and restaurants. A breakfast buffet is available at the hotel each morning for an extra charge.
3* Art Hotel Connection
Gay Hotel, Near Gay Nightlife
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
GayMapper Favourite, Near Gay Nightlife
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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