Thomas Chandler: Everything about this place exudes class. However, next week the hotel closes down as an Intercontinental, and reopens on 1 May as a Kempinski. Here's hoping that not too much gets changed.
Thomas Chandler: There's no connection, so check in when/where you can. The views are stunning, and the surrounding countryside is beyond beautiful. Be sure to enjoy the bus ride up, and the brass lift experience.
Thomas Chandler: Hard to fault. The entire staff is helpful and friendly without being intrusive. The atmosphere is one of calm; both spa and restaurants memorable. Expensive yes, but one gets what one pays for.
Thomas Chandler: The breakfast here is absolutely wonderful, with an enormous buffet and extensive choice. It's possible to last nearly the whole day if one has breakfast late enough. And the service is excellent.
Tauentzienstr. 21-24 (Wittenbergplatz), Berlin, Berlin
Department Store · Schöneberg · 434 tips and reviews
Thomas Chandler: This is one of the best department stores in the world (ask anyone). There is a fantastic range of goods, and helpful and polite staff. Also excellent (and relatively cheap) parking facilities.
Thomas Chandler: This place gets better every next time I go there. But leave yourself plenty of time, because you'll want to enjoy the views as well as the food.