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Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam, Teltow

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  • 2 Paul-Schneider-Straße, 14513 Teltow, Germany - View on map
9.5 /10
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Free parking on site
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Apartment
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The property features a bar and lounge area. Is bicycle rental available? We are pleased to confirm that bike hire is offered for our guests. The area enjoys popularity among cycling and fishing enthusiasts. Rooms come equipped with air conditioning. Each room includes a television for your enjoyment. Guests have access to private bathrooms complete with bidets and bathrobes. A fridge is provided in every room. Our kitchen boasts extensive amenities. There’s also a coffee machine alongside a kettle for convenience. After a long day outside, we invite you to relax in our garden. Outdoor play equipment is available for guest use as well. We’ve prepared an outdoor fireplace for those interested. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property. Private parking is guaranteed for all visitors. Airport shuttle service can be arranged for an additional charge. Please feel free to reach out with any transportation inquiries.
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Important information

At Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam, hen, stag, or similar parties are not accepted.
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. At Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam, you may use the Special Requests box during booking or directly contact the property using the contact details provided in your confirmation.
At Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam, guests must present a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Kindly note that at Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam, all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
At Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam, guests under 18 may only check in if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Room Types

Family Suite Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Family Suite
Room standards
  • iron,
  • washing machine,
  • sofa bed,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • private entrance,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • tile/marble flooring,
  • feather pillow,
  • heating,
  • travel adapter,
  • seating area,
  • waste bin,
  • tumble dryer (for clothes),
  • clothes rack,
  • fan,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • work desk,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • private salt-water pool (with room/suite),
  • safe deposit box,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • air conditioning,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • clothes drying rack,
  • bedside socket,
  • interconnecting rooms available,
  • mosquito net
Sanitary facilities
  • toothbrush,
  • toilet paper,
  • bathtub,
  • bathrobe,
  • toilet,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • shower cap,
  • shampoo,
  • body soap,
  • hairdryer,
  • bidet,
  • slippers,
  • shower,
  • private bathroom,
  • conditioner
Property technology & media
  • radio,
  • ipad (in room),
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix),
  • games console – ps4,
  • laptop-sized safe,
  • telephone,
  • flat-screen tv,
  • television (tv),
  • satellite tv channels
Dining & bars
  • wine glasses,
  • dishwasher,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • coffee machine,
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • toaster,
  • dining area,
  • kitchenette,
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • full kitchen,
  • dining table,
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
  • stovetop,
  • kitchenware,
  • barbecue grill,
  • refrigerator,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • bottled water,
  • electric kettle,
  • high chair for children,
  • oven
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • alarm clock,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • bed linen,
  • wake-up service
Location & local attractions
  • terrace,
  • view,
  • patio,
  • garden view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • ground floor unit,
  • shower chair,
  • adapted bathtub
Building features
  • private flat in building
Family & entertainment
  • board games/puzzles (in room),
  • children's books, dvds, or music (in room)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
Security systems
  • air purifier
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Featuring a private entrance, this spacious suite also consists of 2 bedrooms, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-fitted kitchen. The suite also offers a barbecue. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit provides 5 beds.

Suite with Terrace Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Suite with Terrace
Room standards
  • feather pillow,
  • bedside socket,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • seating area,
  • private entrance,
  • tile/marble flooring,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • air conditioning,
  • private salt-water pool (with room/suite),
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • heating,
  • washing machine,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • sofa bed,
  • safe deposit box,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • waste bin,
  • travel adapter,
  • clothes rack,
  • fan,
  • sofa,
  • tumble dryer (for clothes),
  • mosquito net,
  • clothes drying rack,
  • iron,
  • work desk,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic)
Sanitary facilities
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • conditioner,
  • bathrobe,
  • body soap,
  • slippers,
  • shower cap,
  • toilet paper,
  • private bathroom,
  • toothbrush,
  • hairdryer,
  • shower,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • bidet,
  • toilet,
  • shampoo
Property technology & media
  • satellite tv channels,
  • telephone,
  • games console – ps4,
  • laptop-sized safe,
  • television (tv),
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix),
  • flat-screen tv,
  • ipad (in room)
Dining & bars
  • coffee machine,
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
  • bottled water,
  • high chair for children,
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • refrigerator,
  • stovetop,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • microwave,
  • barbecue grill,
  • oven,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • full kitchen,
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • dishwasher,
  • dining area,
  • dining table,
  • wine glasses,
  • kitchenware,
  • kitchenette,
  • toaster,
  • electric kettle
Paid extra services
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • wake-up service,
  • bed linen,
  • towels,
  • alarm clock
Location & local attractions
  • view,
  • garden view,
  • terrace,
  • patio
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • shower chair,
  • roll-in shower,
  • adapted bathtub,
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Building features
  • private flat in building
Family & entertainment
  • board games/puzzles (in room),
  • children's books, dvds, or music (in room)
Property safety & security
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Featuring a private entrance, this spacious suite also consists of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bidet. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-equipped kitchen. The suite also offers a barbecue. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit provides 5 beds.

Deluxe Junior Suite Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Deluxe Junior Suite
Room standards
  • travel adapter,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • washing machine,
  • fan,
  • feather pillow,
  • hardwood/parquet flooring,
  • clothes rack,
  • seating area,
  • private entrance,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • tile/marble flooring,
  • safe deposit box,
  • waste bin,
  • bedside socket,
  • air conditioning,
  • heating,
  • tumble dryer (for clothes),
  • private salt-water pool (with room/suite),
  • iron,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • sofa,
  • sofa bed,
  • mosquito net,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • work desk,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • clothes drying rack
Sanitary facilities
  • toothbrush,
  • body soap,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • bidet,
  • conditioner,
  • bathrobe,
  • hairdryer,
  • shower,
  • private bathroom,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • slippers,
  • shampoo,
  • toilet,
  • shower cap,
  • toilet paper
Property technology & media
  • flat-screen tv,
  • ipad (in room),
  • games console – ps4,
  • telephone,
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix),
  • laptop-sized safe,
  • satellite tv channels,
  • television (tv)
Dining & bars
  • dining area,
  • high chair for children,
  • dishwasher,
  • kitchenware,
  • stovetop,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • kitchenette,
  • coffee machine,
  • refrigerator,
  • toaster,
  • electric kettle,
  • bottled water,
  • oven,
  • barbecue grill,
  • full kitchen,
  • wine glasses,
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • dining table
Paid extra services
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • alarm clock,
  • towels,
  • wake-up service,
  • bed linen
Location & local attractions
  • view,
  • garden view,
  • city view,
  • quiet street view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • adapted bathtub,
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step),
  • shower chair,
  • roll-in shower
Building features
  • private flat in building
Family & entertainment
  • board games/puzzles (in room),
  • children's books, dvds, or music (in room)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite is comprised of a kitchen, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bidet. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-fitted kitchen. The suite also has a barbecue. This suite features a washing machine, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit provides 3 beds.

Executive Suite Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Executive Suite
Room standards
  • pool towels (in room),
  • baby cot/crib,
  • bedside socket,
  • sofa,
  • interconnecting rooms available,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • clothes drying rack,
  • washing machine,
  • seating area,
  • tumble dryer (for clothes),
  • tile/marble flooring,
  • iron,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • air conditioning,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • feather pillow,
  • fan,
  • work desk,
  • clothes rack,
  • private salt-water pool (with room/suite),
  • private entrance,
  • travel adapter,
  • mosquito net,
  • hardwood/parquet flooring,
  • waste bin,
  • safe deposit box,
  • heating
Sanitary facilities
  • conditioner,
  • toilet,
  • shower,
  • toilet paper,
  • bathrobe,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • private bathroom,
  • body soap,
  • shower cap,
  • toothbrush,
  • hairdryer,
  • shampoo,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • slippers,
  • bidet
Property technology & media
  • radio,
  • ipad (in room),
  • television (tv),
  • satellite tv channels,
  • telephone,
  • laptop-sized safe,
  • games console – ps4,
  • flat-screen tv,
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix)
Dining & bars
  • toaster,
  • dining area,
  • electric kettle,
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • barbecue grill,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • refrigerator,
  • wine glasses,
  • microwave,
  • stovetop,
  • coffee machine,
  • full kitchen,
  • kitchenware,
  • kitchenette,
  • dining table,
  • high chair for children,
  • bottled water
Paid extra services
  • alarm clock,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • wake-up service,
  • towels,
  • bed linen
Location & local attractions
  • view,
  • patio,
  • garden view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • roll-in shower,
  • walk-in shower (no step),
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • adapted bathtub
Building features
  • private flat in building
Family & entertainment
  • board games/puzzles (in room),
  • children's books, dvds, or music (in room)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comprises a kitchen, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bidet. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchen. The suite also provides guests with a barbecue. This suite features a washing machine, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit provides 2 beds.

Superior Studio Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Superior Studio
Room standards
  • private salt-water pool (with room/suite),
  • private entrance,
  • work desk,
  • clothes rack,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • mosquito net,
  • iron,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • waste bin,
  • washing machine,
  • safe deposit box,
  • bedside socket,
  • fan,
  • travel adapter,
  • feather pillow,
  • tumble dryer (for clothes),
  • clothes drying rack,
  • tile/marble flooring,
  • heating,
  • seating area,
  • air conditioning,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board)
Sanitary facilities
  • body soap,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • bidet,
  • toilet paper,
  • shower cap,
  • private bathroom,
  • shower,
  • bathrobe,
  • toothbrush,
  • hairdryer,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • conditioner,
  • toilet,
  • slippers,
  • shampoo
Property technology & media
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix),
  • satellite tv channels,
  • laptop-sized safe,
  • flat-screen tv,
  • ipad (in room),
  • television (tv),
  • games console – ps4,
  • telephone
Dining & bars
  • dining area,
  • high chair for children,
  • kitchenware,
  • bottled water,
  • full kitchen,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • coffee machine,
  • oven,
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • dining table,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • kitchenette,
  • barbecue grill,
  • stovetop,
  • electric kettle,
  • refrigerator,
  • wine glasses
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • alarm clock,
  • towels,
  • wake-up service
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • adapted bathtub,
  • roll-in shower,
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Building features
  • private flat in building
Family & entertainment
  • board games/puzzles (in room),
  • children's books, dvds, or music (in room)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this studio includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-fitted kitchen. The studio also features a barbecue. This studio is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a washing machine, a private entrance and soundproof walls.

Junior Suite with Balcony Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Junior Suite with Balcony
Room standards
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • feather pillow,
  • travel adapter,
  • interconnecting rooms available,
  • seating area,
  • heating,
  • mosquito net,
  • clothes rack,
  • waste bin,
  • private salt-water pool (with room/suite),
  • clothes drying rack,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • private entrance,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • air conditioning,
  • washing machine,
  • tile/marble flooring,
  • iron,
  • sofa bed,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • work desk,
  • sofa,
  • tumble dryer (for clothes),
  • fan,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • hardwood/parquet flooring,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • safe deposit box,
  • bedside socket
Sanitary facilities
  • shampoo,
  • bathrobe,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • body soap,
  • bathtub,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • private bathroom,
  • slippers,
  • shower,
  • hairdryer,
  • shower cap,
  • toilet,
  • toilet paper,
  • conditioner,
  • toothbrush,
  • bidet
Property technology & media
  • laptop-sized safe,
  • flat-screen tv,
  • television (tv),
  • ipad (in room),
  • telephone,
  • games console – ps4,
  • satellite tv channels,
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix)
Dining & bars
  • high chair for children,
  • toaster,
  • bottled water,
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • wine glasses,
  • microwave,
  • full kitchen,
  • dining area,
  • stovetop,
  • kitchenware,
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • dining table,
  • barbecue grill,
  • coffee machine,
  • refrigerator,
  • electric kettle,
  • kitchenette
Paid extra services
  • wake-up service,
  • bed linen,
  • alarm clock,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • towels
Location & local attractions
  • balcony,
  • pool view,
  • garden view,
  • view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • adapted bathtub,
  • shower chair,
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Building features
  • private flat in building
Family & entertainment
  • board games/puzzles (in room),
  • children's books, dvds, or music (in room)
Property safety & security
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features a kitchen, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchen. The suite also comes with a barbecue. This suite has a washing machine, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit is furnished with 3 beds.

Choose your ideal room at Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam

Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:

  • Family Suite
  • Suite with Terrace
  • Junior Suite with Balcony
  • Deluxe Junior Suite
  • Executive Suite
  • Superior Studio

Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.

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Facilities and services

General property information General property information

parking available, pets are welcome, complimentary parking, on-site parking, private parking area, wi-fi throughout the property

On-site activities & leisure On-site activities & leisure

access to tennis court, nearby golf course (within 3 km), fishing opportunities, canoeing trips, hiking trails accessible, cycling routes, horseback riding, miniature golf, on-site water sports, access to water park, guided walking tours, guided bike tours, special themed dinners, local culture tours or classes

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Dining & bars Dining & bars

in-room dining service, hotel bar, breakfast served in room, barbecue facilities, café/snack bar, special dietary menus (on request), snack vending machine, selection of wine/champagne, fresh fruit selection

Pools, spa & wellness Pools, spa & wellness

sauna access, massage therapies, hot tub / jacuzzi access, outdoor swimming pool, seasonal outdoor pool, outdoor bathing area, pool inflatables and toys, scenic view pool, temperature-controlled/heated pool, saline/salt-water pool, poolside bar service, covered swimming pool, sunbeds and beach chairs, shade umbrellas, pool safety fence, full spa amenities, main swimming pool, general swimming pool access

Transport & getting around Transport & getting around

convenient airport shuttle, shuttle service (surcharge applies), airport transfer (surcharge applies), ev (electric vehicle) charging point, airport meet and greet / pick up, convenient airport drop off, general shuttle transport

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

quick check-in/check-out, excursion booking desk, baggage hold, guest concierge services, individual check-in/check-out, secure lockers, invoices available

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

access to hotel garden, outdoor terrace area, recreation/games lounge, rooftop sun deck, guest lounge / tv room, patio/outdoor seating, communal outdoor fireplace

Family & entertainment Family & entertainment

selection of board games/puzzles, children's outdoor recreation equipment

Cleanliness & housekeeping Cleanliness & housekeeping

guest laundry service

Business & conference facilities Business & conference facilities

fax and photocopying services

Other property amenities Other property amenities

spacious family rooms, in-room heating, entirely non-smoking property, individually controlled air conditioning, allocated smoking zone, secure key card entry

Property safety & security Property safety & security

in-room safety deposit box, integrated security alarm system, strategically placed smoke detectors, cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance, readily available fire extinguishers

Security systems Security systems

staff adherence to all local authority safety protocols, hand sanitiser readily available in rooms and key areas, guest health screening procedures in place, comprehensive first-aid kit accessible, guest thermometers provided by the property, complimentary face masks available for guests

Social distancing guidelines Social distancing guidelines

seamless contactless check-in/check-out process, secure cashless payment methods accepted, strict adherence to physical distancing guidelines

Disinfection & cleaning procedures Disinfection & cleaning procedures

use of who-approved disinfectants effective against coronavirus, linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays, professional cleaning services utilised for property hygiene, option to decline room cleaning services during stay

Food & drink safety Food & drink safety

safe physical distancing in dining spaces, in-room food delivery option available, all dining ware (plates, cutlery, glasses) fully sanitised, hygienic takeaway breakfast containers, securely packaged food deliveries

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Guest parking

Complimentary guest parking! The property offers free on-site parking, including a dedicated private parking area. Electric vehicle charging station is available.

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Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 15:00 Until 21:00 hours

Check-out

From 08:00 Until 11:00 hours

Children and extra beds

Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children of all ages.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Check-in starts at 21:00 and check-out is by 11:00.
Social distancing and disinfection are enforced. Details on our website.
Use the GPS coordinates: 52.393007, 13.284719 to reach the destination.
Yes, Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam offers airport transfer.
Yes, the property is often chosen by families.
Absolutely, upon request, we can arrange transportation to the airport for our guests to ensure a stress-free departure.
Yes, for the comfort of families traveling with children, Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam offers spacious family rooms with extra amenities.
Yes, we have a unique saltwater pool, which has a beneficial effect on the skin and well-being.
To ensure the comfort of all our guests, a strict no-smoking policy is in effect throughout the entire Villa Tropicana Berlin Potsdam property.
Of course, for the convenience and safety of our guests, we accept all popular forms of cashless payment, including credit cards and mobile payments.
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