Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski is a classic European grand hotel. Built by the Saxon king, August “The Strong”, in the 18th century as a pledge of love to his favourite mistress and faithfully restored in 1995; Grand Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski is a beautiful composition of Baroque art and contemporary elegance. It is located in the very heart of Dresden’s historic city centre, which also include some of the city’s most renowned sights such as Semper Opera House, the Royal Palace and Dresdner Zwinger. The hotel offers 213 elegant guestrooms including 31 spacious suites. Dining options include three different restaurants, the lobby café and the hotel bar with its remarkably large selection of whiskies. The hotel’s Bel Etage with views of Dresden’s historic city centre, provides a proper setting for meetings, conventions, exclusive dinners or unforgettable cocktail receptions. All six function rooms feature connecting doors and are individually accessible through the Baroque double-barrelled staircase, which can provide a beautiful background for elegant receptions. Additionally, the divisible meeting space - ballroom and the 800 sq m (8,611 sq ft) inner courtyard can host events for up to 500 persons each. The Taschenbergpalais spa and pool area features an indoor pool, saunas and wellness making it the perfect place to relax and ease your body and mind.