Awards & Accolades

Since its inception in 1907, Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin has set the global benchmark for bespoke luxury, discreet service and unparalleled hospitality in the heart of the German capital. This steadfast commitment to our international guests has been consistently recognised by the world’s most influential authorities in hospitality and gastronomy. Each accolade stands as a testament to the unwavering passion and dedication of our team, who ensure that every stay at our historic address on Pariser Platz is truly exceptional. Below is a comprehensive overview of our most significant achievements and international awards in recent years.

 

2026

Condé Nast Traveller (USA/International) – Triple Crown List: Honoured as Berlin’s best hotel and the city’s most glamorous address. Hotel Adlon Kempinski is one of only two properties in Germany to secure a place on this exclusive global list.

U.S. News & World Report – Best Hotels Rankings: Awarded the coveted ‘Golden Badge’ as #1 Best Hotel in Germany, #1 Best Hotel in Berlin and #1 Hotel in Berlin City Centre (ranked #73 across Europe).

Michelin Guide: Awarded One Michelin Star for our fine-dining restaurant, Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer, led by Chef de Cuisine Reto Brändli.

Falstaff Restaurant Guide Germany: Ranked among the Top 10 restaurants in Germany, achieving an outstanding 96 out of 100 points for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Guida Falstaff Bar (Italy): Ranked among the Top 10 hotel bars in Germany, receiving 96 out of 100 points for the Adlon Lobby Lounge & Bar.

Falstaff Hotelguide: Ranked among the Top 10 Best Hotels in Germany, securing 10th place with 98 out of 100 points.

THE TIMES (UK): Included in the curated list of the 21 Best Hotels in Berlin (ranked 20th).

Condé Nast Traveller UK: Selected by the editors as one of their favourite places to stay in Berlin, with a special recognition for serving the city’s best breakfast.

Valrhona Cercle-V-Calendar: The ‘Ice Sandwich’, created by Assistant Head Pastry Chef Wolfgang Turba, was named ‘Dessert of the Month’ for April and selected as one of the world’s 24 best desserts.

Der Feinschmecker Magazine: Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer recognised as one of Germany’s 500 Best Restaurants, with an upgraded rating of 4 out of 5 points.

THE LUXURY EDITOR (UK): Recognised as the only German property featured among the ‘International Luxury Hotels with Heritage’ and named Berlin’s most iconic hotel.

VOGUE Hotel-Guide: Ranked 4th among Berlin’s 15 Best Hotels.

Gusto Culinary Travel Guide: Awarded 9 out of 10 Pans for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer, recognising it as one of Germany’s finest dining destinations.

EarthCheck Quality Seal: Successfully achieved the prestigious Gold Certificate.

 

2025

easyVoyage (by easyJet Group): Awarded the top position as the #1 of the 10 Best Hotels in Berlin.

Condé Nast Traveller Middle East: Named one of ‘The 15 Best Hotels in Berlin’.

Robb Report Magazine (Brazil) – Best of the Best: Honoured as one of the two Best Luxury Hotels in Berlin and Germany.

American Express Travel – Card Member Favourites: Selected as one of only 438 preferred hotels worldwide from more than 3,100 evaluated properties.

Schlemmer Atlas (Busche Publishing) – Germany's Top 50 Chefs: Jonas Zörner (Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer) is officially included among Germany’s Top 50 chefs.

Condé Nast Traveller Gold List USA: Recognised among the editors’ all-time favourite hotels worldwide.

Der Feinschmecker / Gastro Awards: Oliver Kraft (Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer) is named Host of the Year.

TRAVEL + LEISURE: Secured 2nd place in the readers’ vote for the ‘Three Favourite Hotels in Berlin’.

Forbes Magazine: Listed among the Top 5 Luxury Hotel Spas in Berlin.

U.S. News & World Report: Awarded the ‘Golden Badge’ and ranked as the #6 Best Hotel in Germany.

Michelin Guide: Awarded one Michelin Star for the fine-dining experience at Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Michelin Guide: Awarded one Michelin Key to Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin.

Gault&Millau: Awarded the ‘Grand Selection Award’ for the Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer wine list, achieving the highest distinction of five red grapes.

Gault&Millau: Awarded four black toques to Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Wine Spectator: Honoured with the prestigious ‘Best of Award of Excellence’ for our exceptional wine selection.

Star Wine List (Sweden): Awarded the Silver Star in the international category for the best wines by the glass.

Rolling Pin: Hans-Martin Konrad (Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer) ranked 50th among Germany’s 50 Best Sommeliers.

Rolling Pin: Jonas Zörner (Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer) ranked 44th among Germany’s 100 Best Chefs.

Falstaff Hotelguide: Ranked among the Top 10 Best Hotels in Germany with an outstanding score of 98 out of 100 points.

Falstaff Restaurant Guide Germany: Ranked among the Top 10 Restaurants with Accommodation, scoring 97 out of 100 points for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Restaurant Ranglisten: Ranked 5th among Berlin’s Best Restaurants for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

EarthCheck Quality Seal: Successfully achieved the Gold Certificate.

World Travel Awards: The signature Royal Suite at the Adlon was named Germany’s Leading Hotel Suite.

 

2024

Wine Spectator: Awarded the ‘Best of Award of Excellence’ for the acclaimed Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer wine list.

BILANZ Hotel Ranking (Switzerland): Ranked 36th among the Top 100 City Hotels in Europe.

Travel + Leisure 500: Officially included in the elite global collection of the world's 500 best hotels.

Restaurant Ranglisten: Ranked 5th among Berlin’s Best Restaurants for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Rolling Pin: Hans-Martin Konrad (Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer) ranked 41st among Germany’s 50 Best Sommeliers.

Michelin Guide: Awarded two Michelin stars for the fine-dining excellence of Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Tripexpert Experts’ Choice Award: Honoured as one of Berlin's top-rated hotels (Winner).

World MICE Award: Named Germany’s Best MICE Hotel (Winner).

Condé Nast Traveller Germany: Ranked 11th among Berlin’s Best Hotels.

World’s Culinary Award: Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer named Germany’s Best Hotel Restaurant (Winner).

Star Diamond Award (USA): Recognised as one of Europe's finest luxury properties.

Gault&Millau: Awarded the ‘Grand Selection Award Wine’ and the highest distinction of five red grapes for our wine list.

EarthCheck Quality Seal: Achieved the Silver Certificate for sustainable operations.

 

2023

World Culinary Awards: Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer recognised as one of seven global finalists for Germany’s Best Hotel Restaurant.

World Travel Awards: Selected as one of the nine finalists for Germany’s Leading Hotel.

Travel + Leisure: Named Best Hotel in Berlin in the prestigious readers’ ‘World’s Best Awards 2023’.

Travel + Leisure 500: Included in the prestigious global hotel collection.

Condé Nast Traveller – Readers' Choice Award: Ranked #7 among the Best Hotels in Northern Europe.

Forbes Travel Guide Star Award: Awarded the prestigious Five-Star Rating for Hotel Adlon Kempinski (Winner).

Wine Spectator: Awarded the celebrated ‘Best of Award of Excellence’ for the Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer wine list.

Gault&Millau: Awarded the prestigious ‘Grand Selection Award’ for our wine list.

Gault&Millau: Awarded four black toques to Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Restaurant Ranglisten: Ranked 5th among Berlin’s Best Restaurants for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Gusto Culinary Travel Guide: Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer was recognised as one of Germany’s Top 10 Service Teams, led by Oliver Kraft.

Rolling Pin: Reto Brändli recognised among Germany's ‘100 Best Chefs’ for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

U.S. News & World Report: Ranked as the #1 Best Hotel in Berlin and #1 Best Hotel in Germany (Winner).

Michelin Guide: Awarded two Michelin stars for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Germany's Best Hospitality Trainee Award: Merle Luttropp won the national title of Germany’s Best Hospitality Trainee of the Year (Gerhard Günnewig Foundation & HGK).

AICR Germany: Zoe-Sophie Messow awarded 2nd Place for Germany’s Best Receptionist of the Year.

EarthCheck Quality Seal: Successfully achieved the Silver Certificate.

 

2022

Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards: Named the overall winner in the Best of Top 3 Berlin City Hotels category.

World Spa Awards: Adlon Spa by Resense recognised as a nominee for Germany’s Best Wellness Spa.

Michelin Guide: Awarded two Michelin Stars for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

Gault&Millau: Named #1 among the six Best Restaurants in Berlin for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer (Winner).

Gault&Millau: Awarded an outstanding 18 out of 20 points for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer, placing it among Berlin's seven best dining venues.

Condé Nast Traveller – Readers' Choice Award: Ranked #7 among the Top 20 Best Hotels in Europe.

Restaurant Ranglisten: Ranked 23rd among Berlin’s Best Restaurants for Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer.

HR Excellence Award: Awarded Germany’s Best HR Team across multiple industries (Winner).

EarthCheck Quality Seal: Successfully achieved the Silver Certificate.