Bristol Berlin, Vignette Collection by IHG
The Bristol Berlin on Kurfürstendamm has been an institution of City West since 1952 and has belonged to IHG's Vignette Collection since 2025. The hotel features 247 rooms and 56 suites, a heritage-protected spiral staircase, and an 18-meter heated indoor pool, which Herbert von Karajan inspired in 1972 and which was then the first hotel pool of its kind in Germany.
A Ku-damm Institution since 1952
The Bristol Berlin is located directly on Kurfürstendamm in City West and has been a fixture there since 1952. It first opened under the name Hotel Kempinski and has belonged to IHG’s Vignette Collection since 2025, with Aroundtown as its owner. The location is ideally central for West Berlin: KaDeWe, Zoo Berlin, and Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church are each just a few minutes’ walk away, while Charlottenburg Palace and the government district are easily accessible by public transport. The interiors were recently extensively renovated, with historical elements deliberately preserved. This includes the hotel’s spiral staircase, which is a protected monument and survived the renovation unchanged. Guests over the past decades have included John F. Kennedy, Liza Minnelli, and Alfred Hitchcock. Rooms are available with views over City West or into the much quieter inner courtyard. Fourteen conference and breakout rooms are available for meetings, including two ballrooms, accommodating up to 500 people in total.
303 Rooms and Suites and a Pool with Karajan History
The Bristol offers 247 rooms and 56 suites, totaling 303 units, spread across fifteen categories. In addition to room categories from King Standard to King Grand, suites with courtyard, terrace, or balcony are available, as well as the KuDamm Suite, the Bristol Suite, and a Penthouse Suite. Dining takes place at Flâneur, a French brasserie with a Berlin touch, whose signature dish is a trio of pheasant and where many dishes can also be ordered as half portions. Vitis West positions itself as a café and wine hub in the lobby, focusing on European wine culture. Perhaps the most beautiful story of the house is connected to the pool: The 18-meter heated indoor pool was created in 1972 at the request of conductor Herbert von Karajan and was then the first hotel pool of its kind in Germany. Additionally, there are several saunas and a 190 square meter gym. Dogs up to 25 kilograms are welcome for a one-time fee of 35 Euros, and a bowl is provided by the hotel upon request. Access and individual rooms, including a dedicated suite category, are barrier-free.
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Rooms and Suites
247 rooms and 56 suites, totaling 303 units across fifteen categories.
Categories
From King Standard to King Deluxe, Twin Deluxe, and King Premium up to King Grand, plus suites with courtyard, terrace or balcony, as well as the KuDamm Suite, Bristol Suite, and Penthouse Suite.
History
Opened in 1952 initially under the name Hotel Kempinski. Since 2025, the hotel has belonged to IHG's Vignette Collection, with Aroundtown as its owner.
Listed Status
The hotel's spiral staircase is a protected monument and was preserved during the last major interior renovation.
Famous Guests
Guests over the past decades included John F. Kennedy, Liza Minnelli, and Alfred Hitchcock.
Flâneur
French brasserie with a Berlin touch. Signature dish is a trio of pheasant; many dishes can also be ordered as half portions.
Vitis West
Café and Wine Hub in the lobby with European wine culture and à la carte breakfast. Additionally, there is a hot and cold breakfast buffet.
The Pool
The 18-meter heated indoor pool was created in 1972 at the suggestion of conductor Herbert von Karajan and was then the first hotel pool of its kind in Germany.
Pool and Sauna at Present
The pool and sauna area is temporarily unavailable due to renovation. It includes a classic Finnish sauna at 85 degrees and a mild steam sauna at 45 degrees.
Gym
190 square meters with TechnoGym equipment, continuously accessible, entry from 16 years.
Event Spaces
Fourteen conference and breakout rooms for up to 500 people across 1,500 square meters, including Bristol Ballroom and Bauhaus Ballroom, as well as the Kudamm, Fasanen, Savigny, and Uhland rooms. For private dining, Babylon, Delphi, and Metropol are available, plus Upstairs for up to 80 guests.
Location, Dogs and Accessibility
Kurfürstendamm 27, 10719 Berlin. KaDeWe, Zoo Berlin, and Gedächtniskirche are within a few minutes' walk. One dog per room up to 25 kilograms is welcome for a one-time cleaning fee of 35 Euros. Access and individual rooms are barrier-free; a dedicated suite category is available.
Opening Hours
- Täglich: Open 24h
Address
Kurfürstendamm 27, 10719 Berlin, Deutschland