Charlottenburg Berlin, Germany
Renovated
2014
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Heritage SocialOutside the door
Cinematic townhouse parlour
Townhouse grandeur meets theatrical silver-screen glamor, filling soaring living-room lounges with plush jewel tones and stylish evening crowds.
“The lobby wows upon entry: soaring 22-foot ceilings, double-height windows, and a glassed-in fireplace sit below an immense chandelier dripping with delicate chains.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Dayna Lee's cinematic interiors feature a 22-metre leopard catwalk carpet and two-ton molded floral ceiling.
Notable
An 1891 townhouse hotel that served as the VIP host for early Berlin International Film Festivals.
Notable
The 1920s-style Grace Bar and summer rooftop garden draw evening crowds for DJ sessions and cocktails.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
A very thorough renovation at the hands of the American designers Dayna Lee and Ted Berner leaves the Zoo looking better than ever.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set directly along Kurfürstendamm in Charlottenburg, the hotel sits moments from flagship shopping, the Berlin Zoo, and local photography galleries.
The rooms
Platform beds rest on dark hardwood floors, accented by rich drapes, open glass-partitioned rainfall showers, and custom area rugs.
The gym
Free weights, cardio gear, and Vaha mirrors outfit the 24-hour gym, with seasonal sunrise yoga on the roof.
Dogs stay too.
GRACE Bar & Living Room Lounge
Tufted burgundy velvet booths surround an illuminated purple amethyst counter, where DJs spin evening sets.
GRACE Restaurant
Ornate birdcage chandeliers hang over emerald velvet chairs and white tablecloths, serving Asian-Californian dinner menus.
At the table
A glass-roofed winter garden sits in the courtyard, and the seventh-floor rooftop serves summer drinks over Kurfürstendamm.
How it began
Built in 1891 as a private residence, the property became an upscale hotel in 1911 and later hosted Hollywood stars for the Berlinale.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.