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03 Jun 2026

Prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Selects Hotel Adlon Kempinski for Its Exclusive Triple Crown List of the World’s Best Hotels

Marble staircase at Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin

The legendary hotel receives a new, fourth industry accolade as Berlin’s most glamorous address and leading hotel

 

Throughout its remarkable history, and particularly since its reopening in 1997, the luxurious Hotel Adlon Kempinski has been recognised annually with prestigious awards, including numerous accolades for its unparalleled service excellence. This success story has now reached a new milestone, as the internationally renowned Condé Nast Traveler has named the Adlon one of only two hotels in Germany to be included in its newly established Triple Crown list, while also recognising it as Berlin’s most glamorous address and leading hotel.

Only the world’s most exclusive hotels were considered for nomination. Eligible properties were required to have appeared on all three of Condé Nast Traveler’s most coveted lists over the past 30 years: the Hot List, the Gold List and the Readers’ Choice Awards. This newly introduced Triple Crown distinction sets itself apart from previously attainable individual awards, establishing itself as one of the travel industry’s most prestigious overall honours.

‘We consider it a great privilege that the internationally respected Condé Nast Traveler has selected the Adlon for its inaugural Triple Crown list and recognised us with such high praise. My entire team and I are immensely proud of this achievement,’ said Hotel Director Christian Hirt. ‘It is a motivating acknowledgement of our daily commitment to making every guest’s stay as exceptional as possible.’

In its review, Condé Nast Traveler noted: ‘...Adlon makes you feel that this is where the action is, but also that it can be a soothing retreat from the travails of the world.’ It also remarked: ‘The light-filled rooms and windows that you can open look out on the Brandenburg Gate. There can be no more iconic view than this.’

  • The Hot List recognises the best new hotels of each year.
  • The Gold List is Condé Nast’s annual selection of favourite hotels, curated by its expert travel editors.
  • The Readers’ Choice Awards are determined by Condé Nast Traveler readers and are widely regarded as among the most trusted accolades in global travel.

As the magazine’s newest and highest distinction, the Triple Crown is reserved exclusively for a select group of hotels that have previously achieved this rare combination of all three honours.
The Triple Crown is far more than a new list of recommendations – it is a carefully curated collection of exceptional hotels that have earned the admiration of discerning travellers over many years and are described by Condé Nast Traveler simply as the ‘best of the best’.
 

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About Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin
The iconic Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin is situated 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 that goes 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
Created in 1872, Kempinski Group is Europe’s oldest luxury hospitality company. 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 75 hotels and residences in 33 countries and has more than 25 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 • www.kempinski.com/loyalty

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 • kempinski.com/adlon
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