About the program
Kempinski Club 1897 at Lyxresan Travels
Kempinski was founded in Berlin in 1897, making it Europe's oldest luxury hotel group — old enough that its flagship, the Hotel Adlon, had already opened, been demolished, and been rebuilt before most of its competitors existed. The brand has a distinctly continental European DNA: grand boulevard hotels, palace conversions, and architecturally significant buildings that carry histories you can feel in the stonework. The Hotel Adlon Kempinski, positioned at the Brandenburg Gate since the original opened in 1907, has been a backdrop to modern history for over a century. The Kempinski Palace Engelberg sits in a 19th-century Swiss palace above the ski pistes. The Kempinski Hotel Ishtar descends in terraced pools to the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth. In the Middle East, Kempinski operates landmark properties in Dubai, Istanbul, and along the Persian Gulf.
Club 1897, named for the brand's founding year, is Kempinski's exclusive advisor program. Through our Club 1897 status, exclusive amenities are confirmed across the global portfolio before arrival. At certain properties, the room upgrade is locked in at time of booking rather than subject to availability at check-in — we confirm the specifics for your chosen property when arranging the reservation.
Kempinski Club 1897 Benefits
Benefits subject to availability. Exact inclusions confirmed at booking.
No Extra Cost
You pay exactly the same rate as booking directly with the hotel. All partner benefits are complimentary — provided through our advisor relationship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kempinski
What type of properties does Kempinski operate?
Kempinski's portfolio spans historic palace conversions, grand boulevard hotels, and contemporary luxury resorts — with a strong European heritage and growing presence in emerging luxury destinations. Many properties occupy landmark buildings of significant architectural value.
Is Kempinski primarily a European brand?
Kempinski is strongest in Europe and the Middle East, but has expanded significantly into Asia and Africa. The European DNA carries throughout all properties in the form of service standards, cuisine, and design philosophy.
