Berlin - Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate

Brandenburger Hof 5* Hotel, Private Manor and Schooner

This classic, imperial town palace is Prussian in style but has a modernity and artistic touch that makes it one of the most desirable places to stay in Berlin. The service is exclusive and the service tailored to the discerning. Its quiet setting close to Kurfurstendamm in the city centre is an ideal place for starting a journey of discovery in this historic city.

With only 14 suites and 58 rooms it is the perfect size for a small to medium sized group wanting that something a little special. One of the key features of this hotel is that it houses one of Germany’s finest chefs, Michelin star Bobby Brauer. Whether dining in the Quadriga restaurant at the hotel or taking advantage of the kitchen’s outside catering you are in for one of the finest gastronomic treats.

With the feel of a town house the Quadriga lounge allows guests to savor the unique ambience as your gaze is drawn to the wide glazed conservatory overlooking the inner courtyard and garden. In the beauty and wellness suite Thaleia, Balinese massage and Caribbean pampering treatments from Ligne St Barth await.

Castle Klessen

Proprietors Mr nd Mrs Thiedig have created a unique private setting just a mere one hour from central Berlin and it is only through unique contacts that this country retreat is opened to guests. Founded in 1723 as the country estate to the Bredow family it welcomes with a subtle elegance and noble Prussian hospitality. It used to house Germany’s finest wine cellar but this fell into Napoleon’s hands at the same time as the manor fell into disrepair.

Following years of painstaking and sensitive restoration using traditional building materials, the castle re emerged as a contemporary manor house, where old doors, oak flooring and roof tiles from centuries past were brought together to recapture the elegance of a noble Prussian residence. Portraits of the Crown Princes of Brandenburg keep watch over the entrance hall, where gently crackling fires invite guests to stay and admire the vista over the landscaped park.

This is the hidden gem of the region, not a hotel as much as a private estate boasting 5 star service and exquisite cuisine. With a number of fabulous dining rooms and 13 guest rooms this can be hired exclusively or as part of a trip to Berlin.

The Thalassa 

This three master with authentic cabins and impressive fittings takes you on a voyage of sheer pleasure. Glorious scenery, exquisite cuisine and time to relax as you embark on a cruise of the Baltic and savor the rhythm of life at sea under 14 white sails. Normally chartered for a 3 day private cruise this schooner is perfect for a couple’s trip of 24. Gourmet day sails can be organized as part of a trip to Berlin – subject to availability of course.