Essen, GermanyKettwig
Schlosshotel Hugenpoet
Baroque moated castle
Kettwig Essen, Germany
Opened
1955
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Luxe ClassicOutside the door
The house
Feine PrivathotelsBaroque moated castle
The Fürstenberg family runs their ancestral home, where stone bridges cross the moat into quiet halls and an English landscape park.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A seventeenth-century moated water castle tracing its origins back to Charlemagne.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
This grand 17C moated castle is an architectural treasure. The historic foyer, as well as the individual rooms and suites are extremely stylish.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In an expansive castle park beside the Ruhr, surrounded by the Kettwig meadows.
The rooms
Rooms in the main castle look out across the park. In the forecourt, the standalone Villa Türmchen has an open fireplace and private terrace.
At the table
Restaurant 1831 serves seasonal tasting menus overlooking the park, and Bistro in der Remise opens onto the courtyard terrace.
How it began
The name Hugenpoet translates from Low German as toad puddle, recalling the marshy floodplains where the castle was rebuilt in 1647.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
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.