Hotels for Bloc Party & Interpol

Two bands who defined indie rock in the 2000s share a bill for a night of guitar-driven nostalgia. Expect a crowd who grew up on both bands' early albums, singing along to anthems that soundtracked a whole era of student nights and festival fields. A midweek start means an early finish is unlikely, so plan for a late one. Co-headline shows like this rarely happen, making the pairing itself the draw.

Beside the River Spree in Berlin's Friedrichshain, the Uber Arena is the city's main indoor venue, hosting global music tours, ice hockey and family shows within a lively riverside entertainment quarter. The nearby East Side Gallery, bars and restaurants make for a memorable pre-show wander. U-Bahn and S-Bahn stations sit close, linking swiftly across the city.

Booking a room in central or eastern Berlin lets you enjoy the neighbourhood's famous nightlife and reach the arena easily on foot or by a short ride.