Kempinski Palace Portoroz

The luxurious comfort of the Kempinski Palace Portorož welcomes you in the heart of the Mediterranean Portoroz.

With its fresh new look it will take you on a journey through time, from its beginnings at the turn of the 19th century marked by the Secession period, followed by Art Nouveau, Bauhaus, Cubism and Art Déco, to its present subtle modern style that with its exquisite materials promises an uncompromising prestige.

What gives the hotel its experiences and relaxation is the amazing location in the Slovene town on the Adriatic Sea.

They guarantee the perfect comfort in a state-of-the-art hotel, walks in one-of-akind park with thousands of flavours, pleasant moments in the Palace Club, the café Forma Viva, unique Aromapathy-wellness treatments with gifts of the sea, unforgettable culinary delights in the restaurants Sophia and Fleur de Sel as well as an enjoyable start of the day in the Crystal Hall.

The Kempinski Palace Portoroz offers 183 spacious, aesthetically and superbly furnished rooms and suites, designed to cater to even the most sophisticated needs of the guests.

Kempinski Palace Portorož - a hotel which has a lot of stories to tell ....

Today, the Kempinski Palace Portorož bears the most important testimony to a flourishing thermal town of Portorož, one of the most important European SPA and seaside resorts in the second half of the 19th century, alongside Grado, Lido in Venice and Opatija, all part of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy.

Portorož first established itself as a tourist destination between 1908 and 1912 when the Palace Hotel was built. It was designed by the Austrian architect Johannes Eustachio and opened in 1910.

The old Palace of that era was something out of the ordinary. The opening itself was a social event and something unique. The Habsburg Vienna had a significant influence on the hotel's architectural image and its offer; the events, parties, services and offers were suited to its requirements.

The luxurious Palace Hotel was built as a wellness and tourist centre, with an exceptional SPA infrastructure for that period. It had more than one hundred rooms with rich décor, luxury dining halls, bars, a representative entrance section and garages.

Electrical wiring and elevators as well as the air-conditioning equipment were the pride of the hotel since at that time those facilities have been singular.

The history of the hotel Palace was influenced by famous names such as Franz Ferdinand, the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, Marcello Mastroianni, Mina, Yul Brynner, Tito, Bobby Fischer and many other celebrities.

Due to its architecture, a mixture of various historical styles with elements of the Vienna Secession, the old Palace Hotel was declared as cultural monument in 1980, whereas the surrounding idyllic park gained the title of a manmade natural monument.

The renovated Kempinski Palace Portorož now has kept the legacy of the architecture and architectural characteristics of the old Palace.

The respect for history and tradition is intertwined with the newest guidelines of the present and future.

The Kempinski Palace Portorož is located in the very heart of the Mediterranean Seaside of Portorož.

The Kempinski Palace Portorož is surrounded by a hundred-year-old park in the immediate vicinity of the Adriatic Sea.

It is situated at a marvelous location in the very centre of the cosmopolitan tourist town Portorož with its mild Mediterranean climate and more than hundred years of SPA tradition, not far from the medieval pearl, the town of Piran.

The description of being located between Venice and Vienna accrues from historical connections with Portorož.

Portorož is an excellent initial point for excursions: Two of the greatest Slovene tourist attractions known throughout the world, the Postojna Cave and the Lipica Stud Far, are located close to Portorož.

Main Distances

• Ljubljana Airport - Jozeta Pucnika (LJU): 155 km
• Trieste (Italy) Airport - Friuli Venezia Giulia (TRS): 75 km
• Portoroz Airport - Letališce (POW): 10 km

The culinary offer at the Kempinski Palace Portorož is innovative, modern, new, diverse and first-rate.

It is a combination of culinary delights, ranging from the Mediterranean-Italian cuisine and trendy tastes from all around the world up to boutique sweets.

Visiting the restaurants & bars of the hotel will be an unforgettable experience.

Sophia

In the original grandiosity of noble lumbers and historical elegance the Sophia welcomes you for fine dining.

The menu card offers an exalted Mediterranean-Italian gourmet cuisine.

Beside the a la carte menu, Sophia offers degustation menus and a wine list with an outstanding selection of international and Slovene wines as well as world-known highlights.

Fleur de Sel

Welcome to the Fleur de Sel - a trendy bar & restaurant with an amazing location on the first floor, overseeing the bay of Piran.

Lifestyle, a modern ambiance and an innovative culinary cuisine will make your stay in this restaurant for lunch or dinner unforgettable.

Menu selections in the Fleur de Sel are influenced by modern and global culinary trends - "fusion culinary".

If you just prefer enjoying the view and the relaxed atmosphere there is a great selection of Martini cocktails and special drinks.

Crystal Hall

The Crystal Hall - the jewel of the Kempinski Palace Portorož.

The liberal ballroom in the baroque style invites for a singular buffet breakfast in the morning - at any time overlooking the sea.

Special occasions like Gala dinners, product presentations and events in a singular surrounding will draw a secret and special charm from the Crystal Hall.

This will also be the animation - the Palace is going to organize special events for hotel guests - they will take you by surprise!

Forma Viva & Ladies´ Saloon Sweet allurements in the Forma Viva: Petit-Fours, pralines of truffles, gateaux and variation of chocolate are just some ideas of the finest selection.

The innovative combination of a "Vienna Coffeehouse" and a French Confisserie is fascinating - an in-house coffee or tea, a personalized recommendation of selected sweet wines or a sherry, all your expectations will be excelled.

The Forma Viva’s tea and coffee selection goes beyond an average selection featuring its own tea blend and coffee roast private label.

The essence of the Italian coffeehouse tradition can be experienced with Palace Coffee 'Cappuccino'.

Arabica beans from the sun-drenched highlands of Latin America are masterfully wood roasted to create a rich aroma, at once mild and full-bodied.

Savored to the accompaniment of Palace Torte you share in a heritage lovingly cultivated. The connected Ladies´saloon invites for undisturbed moments and interesting conversations.

Bubbles & Gentlemen Saloon

Bubbles - the champagne and wine bar of the hotel - is inviting you for a great selection of sparkling wines and Champagne.

Different wines, various classic aperitifs like Martinis, Manhattans and Champagne-based cocktails as well as oysters and caviar are offering a great prelude to your evening, in a musical accompanied atmosphere.

Palace Club

The Palace Club - classical with refinement in the heart of the hotel - is inviting hotel guests, event participants, visitors and friends all day long.

The place where to meet - with a bar which offers selected drinks, Spanish tapas will create a culinary delight and a pianist who is accompanying the special atmosphere for everybody.

Wine cellar

The Palace wine cellar is offering even greater selection of wines in a more rustic environment.

The wine cellar can offer itself to a variety of occasions, from a romantic candle light dinner up to a private event for up to 15 people.

In addition to wine tastings also cognacs, whiskeys and rums are served by experts in this unique surrounding.

Pool Bar

Relaxation, indulgence and well-beeing is offered by the Rose SPA - the pool bar pampers with innovative drinks of fruits and vegetables - according to your desire.