Does the hotel have a direct private entrance to the Berlin Zoo?

Yes, hotel guests enjoy an exclusive, private gate from the hotel's garden terrace directly into the Berlin Zoo, allowing seamless access to the world's most species-rich zoological garden.

What is the architectural history of the building?

The building was originally designed in the 1930s by renowned architect Johann Emil Schaudt as the Royal Danish Embassy. The Danish heritage inspired the name 'Das Stue' (meaning 'living room' in Danish), and the structure was revitalized with avant-garde interiors by Patricia Urquiola.

What wellness and spa facilities are available on-site?

The boutique Susanne Kaufmann Spa features an indoor swimming pool, Finnish glass sauna, treatment suites offering organic Austrian botanical therapies, and a modern fitness gym.

SO/ Berlin Das Stue | 5-Star Boutique Hotel

Q: What exclusive Signature Travel Network perks are included at SO/ Berlin Das Stue?

When booking through Vincent Vacations, guests receive complimentary full gourmet breakfast daily for two at The Casual, a $100 USD food and beverage credit per room per stay (valid at The Casual, Stue Bar, and room service), priority room category upgrade on arrival subject to availability, in-room check-in, flexible early check-in and late check-out upon availability, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.

Q: Where is SO/ Berlin Das Stue located?

SO/ Berlin Das Stue is situated at Drakestraße 1 in Berlin's Diplomatic Quarter (Tiergarten), surrounded by tranquil embassies, Tiergarten park, and the historic Berlin Zoo.

Signature Travel Network Privileges

Complimentary benefits automatically extended on every Vincent Vacations booking

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Daily Full Breakfast

Complimentary daily gourmet breakfast for two guests at The Casual

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$100 F&B Credit

$100 USD food and beverage credit per room per stay for restaurant, bar, or room service

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Priority Room Upgrade

Complimentary room category upgrade upon arrival, subject to hotel availability

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Private Zoo Access

Exclusive direct private gate from the hotel's garden terrace into the Berlin Zoo

Berlin Diplomatic Quarter

An Avant-Garde Hideaway Amid Tiergarten's Greenery

Peacefully nestled in Berlin's stately diplomatic quarter, SO/ Berlin Das Stue occupies the historic 1930s Royal Danish Embassy. Designed by acclaimed German architect Johann Emil Schaudt and inspired by Danish classicism, the heritage building was transformed by Potsdam architects Axthelm and legendary Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola into an intimate, design-forward urban living room ('Das Stue').

Surrounded by the leafy expanse of Tiergarten park and bordering the Berlin Zoo, the hotel offers a rare oasis of serenity in Germany's vibrant capital. Hotel guests enjoy an exclusive private entrance directly into the Berlin Zoo from the hotel's secluded garden terrace. Inside, 78 rooms and suites feature five-meter high ceilings, curated modern photography, hardwood parquet floors, and panoramic views of antelopes and lush parkland.

Property Highlights

Accommodations: 78 Rooms & Suites
Dining: The Casual & Stue Bar
Special Amenity: Private Zoo Gate Access
Location: Diplomatic Quarter / Tiergarten
Design: Patricia Urquiola
Perks: Signature Privileges Included

SO/ Berlin Das Stue Patricia Urquiola Grand Lobby

Visual Journey

Experience SO/ Berlin Das Stue

Explore the 1930s diplomatic embassy architecture, Patricia Urquiola interiors, and lush Tiergarten surroundings.

SO/ Berlin Das Stue 1930s Neoclassical Facade

1930s Danish Embassy Facade

Patricia Urquiola Entrance Lobby with Crocodile Sculpture

Patricia Urquiola Design & Crocodile Sculpture

Stue Suite with 5-Meter Soaring Ceilings

Penthouse Suite Salon & Zoo Balcony

The Casual Modern Mediterranean Restaurant

Garden Patio Terrace & Private Zoo Gate

Refined Comfort

Boutique Rooms & Architectural Suites

Designed with warm oak parquet floors, bespoke textiles, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking parkland and wildlife.

Guest Room

SO Stue Room

27 m² / 290 sq ft 1 King Bed Park or Zoo View

Serene haven with hardwood flooring, bespoke Urquiola furnishings, rainfall shower, Nespresso machine, and peaceful views overlooking Tiergarten or the Berlin Zoo.

High-speed Wi-Fi • Rainfall shower • Nespresso bar • Working desk • Bathrobes

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Premium Room

SO Embassy Room

30 m² / 325 sq ft 1 King Bed Panoramic Park View

Located on higher embassy floors with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, deep soaking bathtub or private balcony, extra-long bed, and soothing garden vistas.

Floor-to-ceiling windows • Soaking tub or balcony • High-speed Wi-Fi • Minibar

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Signature Suite

Stue Suite

70 m² / 750 sq ft 1 King Bed Tiergarten View

Magnificent suite featuring dramatic five-meter high ceilings, separate living room, walk-in closet, Harman Kardon audio system, and optional private sun terrace.

5m high ceilings • Walk-in wardrobe • Harman Kardon Citation audio • Private terrace option

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Penthouse Suite

80 m² / 860 sq ft 1 King Bed 360° Park & Zoo View

Crowning the 5th floor with a 30 sqm private terrace. Enjoy floor-to-ceiling windows with direct views of Berlin Zoo's antelopes and ostriches, separate salon, and complimentary minibar.

30m² private terrace • Zoo wildlife views • Complimentary minibar • Harman Kardon sound

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Gastronomy

Culinary Artistry & Stue Bar

Modern Mediterranean dining and world-class mixology in Berlin's greenest enclave.

Modern Mediterranean & Italian

The Casual

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Smart Casual • Garden Terrace

An elegant and relaxed atmosphere dedicated to modern Mediterranean and seasonal Italian cuisine. Enjoy fresh, creative menus served in the chic urban dining room or outside on the lush green terrace.

Artisanal Mixology & Fine Spirits

Stue Bar & Garden Terrace

Evening Drinks & Late Night • Sophisticated Chic

A playful, sophisticated cocktail lounge featuring an impressive collection of whiskeys, vermouths, and curated DJ sets, opening onto an enchanting garden terrace with an exclusive private gate to the Berlin Zoo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning Your Berlin Stay

Key information regarding SO/ Berlin Das Stue reservations and privileges.

What exclusive Signature Travel Network perks are included at SO/ Berlin Das Stue? +

When reserving through Vincent Vacations, guests receive complimentary daily full breakfast for two at The Casual, a $100 USD food and beverage credit per room per stay (valid across The Casual, Stue Bar, and room service), priority category room upgrade upon arrival based on availability, in-room check-in, flexible check-in/out, and high-speed Wi-Fi.

Where is SO/ Berlin Das Stue located? +

The hotel is situated at Drakestraße 1 in Berlin's Diplomatic Quarter, bordering Tiergarten park and the Berlin Zoo. It offers a tranquil retreat while remaining just minutes from Kurfürstendamm and Potsdamer Platz.

Can guests really access the Berlin Zoo directly from the hotel? +

Yes! SO/ Berlin Das Stue features an exclusive private entrance directly from its secluded garden terrace into the Berlin Zoo, giving hotel guests effortless VIP access to Germany's oldest zoological garden.

What is the story behind the hotel's design and name? +

Originally built in the 1930s as the Royal Danish Embassy, the hotel's name 'Das Stue' reflects the Danish word for 'living room.' Renowned Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola crafted the playful, avant-garde interiors, combining residential comfort with striking modern art sculptures.

What wellness facilities are available at the hotel? +

The Susanne Kaufmann Spa at Das Stue features an indoor swimming pool, glass-fronted Finnish sauna, gym, and bespoke organic spa therapies derived from alpine botanicals in the Bregenz Forest.

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