Originally Posted by
Flying Lawyer
Mercure is in Friedrichshain but on the border of Mitte and Kreuzberg. Uptalsboom is in the heart of Friedrichshain. Hotel Johann is in Kreuzberg again. Kiez Pension appears to be a boarding house, however in the heart of Friedrichshain. None of these locations is in the heart of the action but in tram/subway distance. I would - seriously - do it the other way round: Chose a hotel in the heart of the city and take the subway/tram to Friedrichshain. Distance is about 20 minutes, however being in the heart of town might be nicer.
Wow, thanks for the quick informative reply^ Your suggestion is what I'd also suggested to DH but he'd prefer to stay near our friends...I've a few months to talk him around I guess!