The Schlosshotel Berlin occupies a historic villa surrounded by a garden in Grunewald, in the west of the city. It is a 5-star hotel with an indoor pool and interiors that, according to the hotel, carry the signature of Karl Lagerfeld and Patrick Hellmann. A good fit if you prefer to sleep away from the centre and travel by car or taxi.
Location and getting around
It is on Brahmsstraße, in a residential part of Grunewald. Zoologischer Garten station and the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, at the start of Kurfürstendamm, are about 5 km away. The Brandenburg Gate and Potsdamer Platz are more than 7.5 km away, so for the historic centre public transport or a taxi is the way to go. To compare with more central hotels, see the guide to places to stay in Berlin.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have made-to-measure furniture, and bathrooms feature Lalique details. The indoor pool opens directly onto the garden, where there are sun loungers. There is also a fitness room and a poolside bar with drinks and light dishes.
In the common areas you will find a restaurant, a lounge bar, a conservatory and a photography exhibition in the lobby. Breakfast is served as a buffet, in a continental or American version, and also à la carte. The listed salons and the garden pavilion are used for weddings and events.
Who it suits
- If you are organising a wedding or celebration and want historic salons with a garden.
- If you travel by car or taxi and do not mind being several kilometres from the centre.
- If you want to swim every day whatever the weather: the pool is indoors.
- If you are interested in interior design.
Good to know
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00. On arrival you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. Almost any trip to the centre means a long journey, so plan your days by area.