Kempinski Hotels X Nymphenburg Palace Royal Residence

With the beginning of a new era, Kempinski Hotels have signed a groundbreaking agreement to manage the Royal Residence at Nymphenburg Palace. In partnership with HRH Prince Luitpold of Bavaria and the Royal Family of Bavaria, Kempinski will exclusively manage the private residence from March 1, 2025.

“It is a great honour for us to take over the management of the Royal Residence at Nymphenburg Palace – a property with a rich history and a long tradition of excellent hospitality. This partnership enables Kempinski to further refine the guest experience at one of Europe’s most prestigious addresses. Our aim is to preserve the heritage of Nymphenburg while setting new standards in luxury, personal service and innovative hospitality for discerning travelers worldwide,” said Barbara Muckermann, Group Chief Executive Officer of Kempinski Hotels.

The Royal Residence at Nymphenburg Palace is located at the intersection of city and country and is the most exclusive residence in Munich. Spread over three floors with a total of 836 square meters, the Royal Residence has four bedrooms, seven bathrooms, three living rooms, dining room, kitchen, fitness room, meeting room, home cinema and wine cellar. Outside, the Royal Residence includes a private garden with a majolica terrace that can accommodate up to 100 guests.
In addition to the ultimate suite experience, the Royal Residence at Nymphenburg Palace also serves as a showcase for Nymphenburg porcelain. In addition to numerous furnishing details made especially for the guest house, the Royal Residence features art objects, animal figurines and tableware from the manufacturer's workshops. Important works by international artists, including Damien Hirst and Nick Knight, are prominently displayed in the Royal Residence, so that guests experience fine craftsmanship with priceless works of art throughout their stay.
Founded in 1747 by Maximilian III, Elector of Bavaria, the Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory has been home to one of the cavalier houses since 1761. Under royal patronage and the craftsmanship of the ceramicist Joseph Jakob Ringler and the sculptor Franz Anton Bustelli, the elaborate production of hard paste porcelain was perfected and refined over the years, culminating in a world-famous family business three centuries later. Today, Nymphenburg Porcelain is one of the oldest porcelain manufacturers in the world, with each individual piece still made by hand, demonstrating absolute dedication to exquisite craftsmanship and incomparable attention to detail.
By managing the Royal Residence at Nymphenburg Palace, Kempinski is cementing the long-standing history and partnership between Europe's oldest luxury hotel group and the royal family of Bavaria. The Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich was built in 1858 by Prince Luitpold of Bavaria's great-great-grandfather, King Maximilian II.
"We are delighted to announce the extension of our long-standing collaboration with Kempinski, in particular with the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski in Munich. As a hotel that accommodates guests of the royal family next to the residence, it has long served as a benchmark for luxurious hospitality. The Nymphenburg Room in the Schwarzreiter restaurant exemplifies the finest porcelain craftsmanship combined with exceptional cuisine. Now we are opening a new chapter of collaboration. Kempinski is taking over the management of the Royal Residence at Nymphenburg Palace, a uniquely beautiful house on the grounds of the porcelain manufactory on the north side of the palace. This location is tailor-made for guests who expect the highest cultural standards. This partnership will also usher in a new era of outstanding hospitality in the ultra-luxury segment for Kempinski," emphasizes HRH Prince Luitpold of Bavaria.
Reservations for the Royal Residence at Nymphenburg Palace are bookable from March 1, 2025. The residence includes full access to the exclusive 836 square meter villa, daily breakfast, round-trip airport transfers, 24/7 butler service and a chauffeured limousine throughout the stay. In addition, the Royal Residence can be booked for exclusive weddings, private meetings and events.