News from Berlin

Berlin, 28 November 2024 — The first door on the Advent calendar will be opened soon, and the first candle on the wreath is lit. For many, Advent marks the beginning of the most wonderful time of the year, and Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin celebrates the season by glowing with atmospheric lights both inside and out. Magnificently adorned with luxurious festive decorations, the grand hotel enchants guests and visitors with Christmas delights for all the senses. The Christmas trees, stylishly decorated with small Steiff animals and elegant Adlon baubles, sparkle throughout the public areas of the iconic hotel. These, alongside life-size creations from the world-famous cuddly toy brand, create a festive ambience that is highly sought after each year as a backdrop for selfies and souvenir photos.

I.    New and Exceptional Offers

The Adlon Flower Atelier & Boutique, the latest addition to the luxury hotel’s portfolio, provides a refined solution to pre-Christmas shopping stress. This new store, located at the rear of the hotel, offers an exquisite selection of popular Adlon souvenirs, extravagant vases, limited-edition Adlon Christmas tree baubles, interior design pieces and other treasures. It also features artfully arranged Christmas decorations and flower bouquets crafted by the hotel’s experienced floristry team. In addition, table reservations for the hotel’s festive dining options and the popular ‘Adlon à la Karte’ voucher card — allowing recipients to choose from a variety of luxurious Adlon experiences, including moments of relaxation at Berlin’s newest five-star wellness oasis — can be purchased here daily from 10:00 to 18:00. Alternatively, they can be conveniently printed at any time via the online voucher shop.

After last year’s outstanding success, the gospel choir led by pianist Joseph Odogu and his singers returns to delight audiences. They will perform in the hotel lobby and on the balcony above Adlon’s main entrance on the last three Saturdays of Advent from 14:00. From these locations, the musical quartet will send rousing pre-Christmas greetings to guests, Berliners and tourists alike.

II.    Culinary Delights

The Christmas roast season kicks off with the ‘Goose in Two Courses’ duet at Brasserie Quarré, available until 23 December 2024. This festive offering begins with a spiced goose essence paired with goose liver, followed by a traditional serving of goose breast and leg, accompanied by potato dumplings, apple and red cabbage. The menu is priced at EUR 72 per person. ‘This absolute festive classic is requested by our guests every year and is a must at this time of year,’ reveals Adlon Executive Chef Stephan Eberhard. ‘In addition to crispy goose and duck with their most popular side dishes here in Germany, our diverse culinary Christmas offerings naturally also include vegetarian and vegan delicacies, which are becoming increasingly popular,’ says the gourmet expert.

As dusk falls over the capital city, guests can indulge in the Festive Adlon Afternoon Tea on the cosy Bel Etage. Available on all weekends in December, from Thursday to Sunday, this elegant tea experience includes an alcohol-free tea-based welcome cocktail, oven-warm cranberry or tonka bean scones with jam and clotted cream and three courses featuring cinnamon salmon with apple chutney, brie and dill madeleines with keta caviar and Christmas pudding. Priced at EUR 79 per person, the tea is available for children aged 6 to 12 at EUR 37. Guests can also complement the traditional tea ceremony with the finest Dresden-style Adlon stollen from the in-house patisserie, available to enjoy on-site or to purchase in elegant wooden boxes to take away.

Accompanied by live harp music, the Adlon Champagne Advent Brunch in the Brasserie Quarré on all four Advent Sundays and the Adlon Champagne Holiday Brunch on the Bel Etage on 25 December, combine highlights from the opulent Adlon breakfast buffet with winter classics. From 12:30 to 15:30, culinary temptations such as freshly caught oysters and shellfish, champagne risotto, crispy roast duck or goose and other festive dishes await. Sophisticated desserts, including Adlon stollen and Baumkuchen, complete the buffet. The price per person, inclusive of champagne, red and white wine, beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee specialities, is EUR 195, with prices halved for children.

On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Brasserie Quarré presents modern interpretations of classic Franco-German festive dishes in an exquisite four-course menu. The meal begins with beet salmon accompanied by beech mushrooms and mulled wine jelly, followed by wild duck essence and pink roast duck breast with truffled potato mille feuille. To conclude, a caramelia nougat mousse with speculoos pâte brisée offers a sweet finale. The menu is priced at EUR 155 per person, with a vegan dinner alternative also available.

For those who prefer to customise their dining experience, the Christmas Buffet on the Bel Etage on Christmas Eve from 18:30 offers a rich selection of festive starters, roast goose and duck with classic side dishes, live cooking stations including vegetarian and vegan treats and a decadent dessert selection featuring gingerbread crème brûlée and baked apple. Priced at EUR 195 per person, the buffet includes a glass of champagne, water, soft drinks, wine, beer, coffee and tea. Table reservations for all culinary offers can be made by telephone at +49 30 2261 1959 or by email at [email protected].

III.    Stylish Relaxation – For Yourself or as a Gift

Before and after indulging in culinary delights, the luxurious Adlon Spa by Resense invites you to take a very personal winter retreat. Enjoy a stay in the private spa suites, complete with a Jacuzzi, sauna and fireplace, or indulge in the soothing facial and body treatments provided by Adlon’s pampering professionals for exclusive relaxation during the Christmas season. Appointments can be made by calling +49 30 2261 1220 or sending an email to [email protected].

The 900 sq m Adlon Pool area, which reopened in late summer, offers yet another haven for relaxation. Perfect for an extravagant wellness mini-break or a detox day, the facility includes a swimming pool, whirlpool, state-of-the-art gym, spacious sauna area, invigorating ice waterfall, refreshing ice plunge pool and exciting experience showers with mint fragrance and massage drops. A fireplace lounge and expansive relaxation areas provide the ultimate escape, while the pool bar elevates the experience with offerings such as Caesar salad, fresh and crispy bowls, healthy juices and the renowned Adlon currywurst garnished with gold leaf. Day tickets as well as monthly or annual memberships are also available for external guests. Appointments can be booked by calling +49 30 2261 1792 or sending an email to [email protected].

 

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About Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin:
The iconic Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin is located in the heart of Berlin, right next to the famous Brandenburg Gate. Its unique location, legendary history, opulent furnishings and décor, as well as a service above and beyond impeccable, make the Hotel Adlon Kempinski ideal for leisure travellers and the perfect venue for social and corporate events. The hotel has 307 luxurious guest rooms, 78 exquisite suites, three restaurants and a magnificent spa and wellness area designed to attract the most elite guests from all over the world.

About Kempinski Hotels:
Created in 1897, Kempinski Hotels is Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group. Kempinski’s rich heritage of impeccable personal service and superb hospitality is complemented by the exclusivity and individuality of its properties. Today, the Kempinski Group operates 80 hotels and residences in 34 countries and has more than 41 prestigious projects currently under development around the globe. Each five-star hotel reflects the strength and success of the Kempinski brand without losing sight of its heritage; each one imbues the quality guests have come to expect from Kempinski while embracing the cultural traditions of its location. The portfolio comprises historic landmark properties, award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, outstanding resorts and prestigious residences. Kempinski is a founding member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. www.kempinski.com · www.ghadiscovery.com

Media contact:
Sabina Held • Director of Public Relations
Tanja Freytag • Public Relations Executive
Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin • Unter den Linden 77 • 10117 Berlin • Germany
T +49 30 2261 1703 • M +49 172 6526102 
[email protected] • kempinski.com/adlon
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