The Ritz-Carlton, Wolfsburg - Wolfsburg

This unique, 5-star design hotel, voted Hotel of the Year 2008, is located in Volkswagen’s attractive and futuristic Autostadt (car city) in Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony. The Ritz Carlton has been built in an open circular design, while the modern interior was designed by the renowned Andrée Putman, and features fine fabrics, unconventional seating and rounded desks. Guests can enjoy panoramic views over the Autostadt and/or harbour from the rooms, and can even take a dip in the Carlton’s heated, open-air, floating pool, located right outside the hotel in the harbour basin. The Ritz Carlton Hotel’s Grill serves seasonal and regional à la carte dishes, while the Aqua restaurant boasts 2 Michelin stars and can spoil you with excellent European cuisine. It’s easy to catch up with business here, thanks to the hotel’s business centre and wireless internet access (available at an additional cost). Alternatively, feel your stress disappear in the Kraftwerk spa area, featuring single-gender saunas, steam baths and Jacuzzis, or work it off in the fitness club, which features panoramic views of the docks. Relax with an after-dinner drink in the Lobby Lounge or Newman’s bar.

The Ritz-Carlton in Wolfsburg is an integral part of Volkswagen’s Autostadt theme park. It is directly opposite the main Volkswagen building, which has been officially recognised as a historical and industrial monument.

The Aqua’s Chef de Cuisine, Sven Elverfeld, was named Chef of the Year in 2007 by “Der Feinschmecker” magazine. Why not treat yourself to some of his delicious creations, accompanied by a glass of fine wine. The Grill serves a variety of tasty dishes, including some vegetarian options. The Lobby Lounge and Bar is modern, yet warm and welcoming, and prides itself on its 16 different types of tea and creative, exotic cocktails. Newman’s bar offers a choice of 200 fruit spirits and over 100 international rum and whiskey brands – even single barrel whiskeys for special occasions.