Best Luxury Hotels in Germany

On a hillside offering impressive views across the city, this baroque castle is a truly grand setting for your stay. Several centuries old, it has period features as well as contemporary luxuries like in-suite jacuzzis. Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg boasts a two Michelin starred restaurant, Vendôme, by Chef Joachim Wissler, as well as the Mediterranean eatery Trattoria Enoteca and Restaurant Jan Wellem for your breakfast buffet. There’s also a 1,000-square-meter 4 Elements Spa, a swimming pool and a chapel (if you fancy tying the knot while you’re here). And there’s a 72-par golf club just minutes away.

A lifestyle design hotel, the Fritz Lauterbad is oh so cool. An angular, modern and black wood-clad exterior with lots of glass for prime forest views, gives way to sleek modern studios. Although the approach to furniture is designer minimal, all of the cleverly arranged accommodations include comfy seating areas, workspaces, big luxe floating-style beds and balconies. Natural materials are used throughout, including the 1000 sqm wellness area, which offers clear views of the Swabian Alb. here you can take a yoga class, follow a health programme, or simply chill out and tuck into some fresh, regional cuisine.

The Hotel Hilton Frankfurt Gravenbruch is conveniently located near Frankfurt Airport and the New Old Town. There are 17 accommodation types to choose from including comfortable guestrooms and spacious suites – featuring the Presidential Suite with Lake View. On-site, alfresco dining is available at EssTisch Restaurant serving regional and international cuisine while guests can also opt to order room service to enjoy exquisite cuisine from the comfort of their own stylish rooms. The Bar Lounge is the on-site bar and meeting place with a cosy feel and relaxing atmosphere. Guests are welcome to take full advantage of the tranquillity and wellness facilities provided by at the Country Club & Spa including the heated indoor and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. There is a fully equipped fitness centre as well as tennis courts. There is an array of business facilities to host professional meetings. This hotel is pet friendly.

Berlin in the 1920s was one of the most creatively charged cities in Europe, a capital of effervescent social energy at the cutting edge of expressionist cinema. The Ritz-Carlton Berlin distils the glamour of this golden era throughout its 303 rooms and suites, cinematic themed bar, destination restaurant POTS and 400 sqm wellness area complete with indoor pool. And each evening at 6 pm, as day turns to night, head to the lounge for a complimentary glass of champagne served in a coupe glass, what could be more fitting.

Part of the legendary and very luxurious Four Seasons portfolio, this sumptuous hotel does not disappoint. This historic hotel originally opened its doors in 1858 and was once one of the city’s most modern establishments as it boasted gas lighting and hot water. Although times and expectations from guests have moved on significantly, this hotel is still committed to being at the top of its class. The hotel is located at the Maximilianstrasse and there are 67 large and very luxurious suites for guests to choose from. Unwinding on the huge balcony and taking in the views of the cityscape is a great way to unwind, while the indoor swimming pool is an elegant place to splash around.

Few hotel brands have shaped luxury hospitality quite like Waldorf Astoria, a name synonymous with luxury for over a century, and one so pioneering in its approach that the original Waldorf Astoria in New York developed many guest experiences that in today’s world are now taken as standard. Its Berlin outpost towers above West Berlin, a building of stacked construction, almost Tetris-like in its formation, while inside, contemporary interiors draw on the brand’s Art Deco heritage. With 232 guest rooms and suites, Italian-New York inspired restaurant ROCA, an award-winning spa and Afternoon Tea library, this has to be the capital’s most compelling address for the discerning traveller.

Found in the district of Zeil, JW Marriott’s location is ideal for those wishing to indulge in some retail therapy, as well as being under half a mile away from historic attractions. Its design has been inspired by the concept of mindfulness, encouraging a meditative ambience. Its restaurant, Max On One, has an open show kitchen, while its Ember Bar & Lounge is the place for a quick snack or some caffeine. Serene, modern bedrooms provide floor-to-ceiling views across the city’s skyline. And there’s a Fitness First gym and pool for those wishing to take some exercise (available to those aged 14 and over).

People who value style are sure to have a memorable stay at Louis C. Jacob. This elegant hotel can be found just four miles from the city centre and is nestled right on the edge of the Elbe. Food lovers will not want to miss the chance to dine in style in one of the hotel’s two Michelin-starred restaurants. This is a great place to enjoy velvet lobster soup seasoned with champagne while taking in unforgettable views across the Elbe from the decadent Lime Tree Terrace. Even breakfast is a lavish affair here and guests are treated to a rich and extensive buffet each morning.

25hours Berlin is an ultramodern millennial paradise, a hit from the moment it opened in 2014. The hotel is right in the heart of the Berlin Zoo district in the Bikini Berlin which was a former 1590’s high rise, that has been completely reimagined as a culture and art quarter. Expect floor to ceiling windows in rooms, black tiled walk in showers, double sided mirrors and the occasional hammock to monkey about in (well we are near the zoo after all). Views looking out to the zoo’s elephant and ape enclosures in the Jungle rooms and Urban rooms look over the war-damaged spire of the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and the City West skyline. This is a seriously cool hotel that we just love.

Situated just steps from the city’s shopping and entertainment district, this iconic luxury hotel is ideal for people who like to stay in style. While the area is famous for its excellent nightlife scene, the Steigenberger Parkhotel Duesseldorf also features three impressive restaurants right on the site. Spending time in the Finish sauna is a real treat for people who have spent all day seeing the sites, while there is no better way to unwind than by securing a spot on the terrace in the evening and taking in the views right across the city.

Set on Potsdamer Platz, this elegant hotel boasts the distinction of being the first ever Grand Hyatt to have been established in Europe. Guests will find all the sophisticated touches they would expect from this legendary hotel brand, including a club room set with a roaring fireplace and grand piano. The rooftop spa and pool provide guests with the opportunity to unwind in style while soaking up stunning city views, while the largest suites here come complete with their very own marble spa tub as well as a wide range of other modern amenities.

As you would expect from a Mandarin Oriental, guests who check into this are treated to nothing but the best. Without a doubt, guests will want to make sure that they secure one of the 25 spacious suites. Each suite combines classic elegance with modern convenience, although the thing that elevates these accommodation options above the rest is their wrap around balconies. The corner suites are by far the most spacious and luxurious and guests will be treated to views out over the historic city centre while they catch up on a little work or simply sit and sip a cocktail or two while the sun sets over the city. The China Moon Rooftop Terrace is the perfect place to swim or dine in style as guests are treated to a range of excellent dishes and drinks as well as an unforgettable 360-degree view of Munich’s cityscape.