A five-star hotel inside a rebuilt 18th-century Baroque palace directly beside the Dresden Residenzschloss, originally built by Augustus the Strong for his mistress, with a glass-covered courtyard atrium.
The Taschenbergpalais was built 1707-11 by Augustus the Strong as a residence for his mistress Countess Cosel, directly adjoining the Dresden Residenzschloss in the heart of the Altstadt. Gutted like most of central Dresden in the 1945 bombing, it stood as a ruin for decades before a full reconstruction completed in 1995 reopened it as a Kempinski five-star hotel. The building's Baroque exterior was rebuilt to match its historic appearance, while the interior centers on a large glass-roofed atrium courtyard that brings daylight into the lobby and restaurant areas year-round. All of Dresden's major Altstadt sights, the Zwinger, Semperoper, and Frauenkirche, are within a five-minute walk, making it one of the most centrally located luxury properties in the city. The hotel's spa includes an indoor pool and treatment rooms, and its restaurant serves a modern European menu alongside a more casual all-day dining option in the atrium.
Rooms are furnished in a restrained contemporary style rather than reproduction antiques, a deliberate contrast to the building's historic shell. Palace-view rooms look directly onto the Residenzschloss courtyard and the Fürstenzug mural, while other rooms face the hotel's own atrium or the surrounding Altstadt streets. Because the hotel sits inside a protected historic building, room layouts vary considerably in size and shape, a detail worth checking when booking a specific category.
The hotel's location means it can be genuinely walked to every major sight without needing transit, from the Frauenkirche to the Brühlsche Terrasse, and it is a five-minute walk from the Theaterplatz tram stops for connections further into Dresden or to the Hauptbahnhof.
| Price | €220-450 (~$238-486) |
|---|---|
| Address | Taschenberg 3, 01067 Dresden, Germany |
Room types
- Classic room
- Palace-view room
- Junior suite
- Presidential suite
Amenities
- Spa and indoor pool
- Fine-dining restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Valet parking
- Glass-covered courtyard atrium
- Concierge
- Fitness center
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Location
Taschenberg 3, 01067 Dresden, Germany
51.0518, 13.7367 View on map
Highlights
- Rebuilt 18th-century Baroque palace directly beside the Residenzschloss
- Glass-roofed atrium courtyard at the hotel's center
- Walking distance to the Zwinger, Semperoper, and Frauenkirche
- Spa with indoor pool and fitness center
- Palace-view rooms overlooking the Fürstenzug mural
Tips for visiting
- Book palace-view rooms well ahead — they are the most requested category and sell out first
- The hotel's central Altstadt location means most sights are walkable, reducing the need for taxis or trams
- Ask about seasonal spa packages, which can bundle treatments with dinner at the hotel restaurant
When to visit
Year-round, though spring and autumn combine mild weather with easier sightseeing pace across the walkable Altstadt
Accessibility
The hotel has elevator access to all guest floors and step-free entry from Taschenberg street; accessible rooms are available on request.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is the hotel to the Zwinger and Frauenkirche?
Both are within a five-minute walk, as the hotel sits directly beside the Residenzschloss in the center of Dresden's Altstadt.
Is parking available?
Yes, valet parking is available on-site, useful given the pedestrianized nature of the surrounding Altstadt streets.
Does the hotel have a spa?
Yes, it includes an indoor pool, sauna, and treatment rooms, open to hotel guests.