GERMANY ISSUE 259 Feb 2011

From Thomas Tänzer and Elmo Hagendorf, the discerning and innovative creators of the extremely successful Lux 11, a new star is born: The Weinmeister. Known as the “big brother” of Lux 11, the Weinmeister, which opened in July of 2010, caters to business travellers from the music, fashion and creative scene, as well as discerning leisure travellers. “We wanted to create a hotel which reflects the city of Berlin… from the 24-hour clubs to the large gallery spaces, capturing the essence of modern cool and what it means to enjoy the good life,” says Tänzer.

Situated in the city’s central Mitte district in an area filled with hip boutiques, galleries and a myriad of restaurants and bars, this 88-room hotel offers round-the-clock service and a sleek minimalist style with an emphasis on comfort. This is embodied in each of the bedroom’s large floor-to-ceiling bed structures that act as a room within a room. The rooftop spa and deck lounge offer guests luxurious relaxation, while the hotel’s luxury-punk aesthetic and walls decorated by local street artists give the space a raw urban energy. This energy has also helped make the ground floor Schwarz Bar, named after German actress and hotel regular Jessica Schwarz, a favourite among hip locals.