Adlon

Adlon most commonly refers to the Hotel Adlon Berlin, a historic luxury hotel in Berlin, Germany. Located near the Brandenburg Gate at Unter den Linden, it was founded by the German hotelier Lorenz Adlon and opened in 1907. Through the early 20th century it earned a reputation as one of Europe’s premier hotels, hosting monarchs, diplomats, artists and writers, and contributing to Berlin’s image as a cosmopolitan capital.

The hotel sustained heavy damage in World War II and the site lay in ruins for decades. After German reunification, the building was rebuilt and the hotel reopened in 1997 as Adlon Kempinski Berlin, operated by Kempinski Hotels. It continues to function as a luxury property with historic salons, banquet rooms, and modern accommodations, retaining its position as a Berlin landmark and a symbol of the city’s cultural heritage.

Adlon also exists as a German surname, most notably associated with its founder Lorenz Adlon. The name is linked to the history of hospitality in Berlin and to the legacy of the hotel that bears his name.