Hard Rock International revealed plans for Hard Rock Hotel Berlin Checkpoint Charlie, a 372-room hotel reflective of the area’s musical past and spirited present, set to open in 2020.
The property will be centrally located adjacent to the renowned Checkpoint Charlie, one of the city’s most significant tourist attractions in the Mitte district. Hard Rock Hotel Berlin is set to rise on a site where the Berlin Wall once stood.
“Hard Rock is pleased to announce our first hotel in Germany. The location at Checkpoint Charlie—where East met West—is symbolic of much that is right in the world and aligns well with the values and visions of our brand,” says Hamish Dodds, CEO at Hard Rock International. “For 45 years Hard Rock has championed democratic values, including mottos such as ‘Love All Serve All’ and ‘Take Time to Be Kind.’ We look forward to bringing both mottos to life for our new friends in Berlin.”
With its creative legacy, Berlin has influenced some of the greatest music ever recorded and inspired rock legends from David Bowie and the Ramones to U2 and the Scorpions. It is the city’s rock revolution and punk scenes that served as a catalyst in helping Berlin open up to the world and solidify its place as a global center for culture and the arts.
The property will feature a vibrant rooftop pool and lounge, offering views overlooking Checkpoint Charlie and Berlin’s skyline. There are also plans for over 10,000 square feet of ballroom and meeting space.