The Mandala

Intelligent and thoughtful luxury
Popular plate: In the airy, peaceful dining room, they lay on a gourmet breakfast buffet of such decadence it's hard to stop.

Word to the wise: The top floor ONO spa has some innovative treatments and great views. While you're here why not try out the award-winning “AlphaSphere" bed, which encases you in blue light, sound and vibrations?
This is understated luxury at its best. Walking in from the chaos of Potsdamer Platz you instantly feel calmer. Perhaps it's the zen-like design with flickering candles and natural hues or the impeccable service. Either way, sometimes it's hard to vacate the bubble for the bustle of Berlin.

With postmodern and quietly plush interiors, every room in the hotel is a suite complete with kitchenette, study, living area and enormous bathrooms. The floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading out to a terrace flood the rooms with natural light.

They really think about guests' needs here. The desk has a stationary drawer, there's an empty picture frame for a photo of your loved ones, the all-natural products include foot cream to relieve tension after a long day sightseeing and the pillow menu guarantees a good night's sleep.