Kempinski Hotels, Europe’s oldest luxury hospitality group, today announces the acquisition of Augustine Hotel, Prague, one of the city’s most historic and prestigious addresses. This wholly owned acquisition marks a significant step in the company’s strategic shift towards an asset-heavier approach to its global portfolio, under the stewardship of Barbara Muckermann, CEO, Kempinski Group. Furthermore, this is the first acquisition for the Group in over 50 years, since the investment in Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich in 1970.

As winter unfolds and the year reaches its close, Kempinski celebrates the most wonderful time of year with celebrations across the global constellation and a digital journey into the heart and history of Kempinski. 

Kempinski Hotels has announced the appointment of Frank Veenstra as Chief Development Officer, tasking him with helping to shape the brand’s next phase as Kempinski continues to move into the ultra-luxury segment. Veenstra will lead the evolution of Kempinski’s development strategy, focusing on curating its portfolio in ways that resonate with a new generation of high-end travellers while honouring Kempinski’s legacy as Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group. As Chief Development Officer, Veenstra will be responsible for advancing and refining the organization’s growth strategy, selectively determining hotel assets for investment while navigating continued growth through management agreements, and developing and strengthening the larger development team for long–term success.

Kempinski Hotels is pleased to announce the arrival of Hoda Tahoun as its new Chief Talent Officer as of 14 April 2025. In her role, Hoda will oversee the company’s global talent strategy, reinforcing its commitment to attracting, developing and retaining top-tier talent. This strategic move supports the Group’s journey to thoughtfully grow and reposition the iconic 127-year-old brand under the leadership of Barbara Muckermann, Kempinski’s Group Chief Executive Officer.

With a collection of spectacular properties in its portfolio, Kempinski Hotels is proudly home to some of the finest luxury suites in the world. From sprawling villas and sky-high penthouses to characterful hideaways steeped in history, the Kempinski constellation is filled with stand-out accommodations fit for contemporary kings and starry-eyed queens. As World Sleep Day approaches on 14 March, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel company has curated a collection of its most sensational suites, based on superlative space, historic pedigree or pure wow factor. From Berlin to Bali, these are the finest accommodation options in the Kempinski collection.