Luxury Boutique Spa
- Bespoke Rejuvenating Facial
- Detox Signature Treatment
- Cupping Massage
- Susanne Kaufmann Signature Treatment Men
- Maternity Ritual
- 5-Star Superior Classification (DEHOGA)
- Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
- World Spa Awards – Best Wellness Retreat (Brand Award)
- Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
- Selection City Guide
ABOUT THE SPA
The Susanne Kaufmann Spa functions as an "organic oasis" tucked away in Berlin's prestigious embassy district. Unlike the grand, multi-floor wellness centers of Mitte, this spa is intentionally small-scale, offering a sense of quiet exclusivity that mirrors the boutique nature of the hotel. The design is minimalist and "pearl-white," providing a clean sensory break from the vibrant, animal-themed art of the lobby, and creating a transition into a space where the focus is entirely on natural recovery and skin health.
The core of the spa’s identity is its relationship with Susanne Kaufmann, the pioneer of clean beauty whose products are hand-finished in the Austrian Alps. The treatments are deeply rooted in the power of plants, utilizing locally sourced, active ingredients like mountain pine, marigold, and chamomile. This "Alpine-meets-Urban" approach is specifically designed to combat the stressors of city living—pollution, blue light, and high-intensity schedules—using gentle cold-pressing techniques to ensure the highest concentration of nutrients reaches the skin.
Beyond standard aesthetics, the spa incorporates a strong foundation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The menu features specialized rituals that focus on the flow of energy and lymphatic drainage, such as cupping massages and Gua Sha treatments. By blending these ancient eastern techniques with modern European plant science, the spa offers a "holistic" experience that aims to heal the body from the inside out, rather than providing just a superficial cosmetic finish.
The physical facilities, though compact, are flawlessly integrated into the historic architecture. A 14-meter indoor pool serves as the central focal point, accompanied by a Finnish glass sauna and a modern gym equipped by Technogym. The treatment rooms are flooded with soft natural light, and the "Day Spa" rituals are often paired with the hotel’s unique location—allowing guests to transition from a detoxifying facial to a quiet afternoon on the terrace, where they can occasionally spot gazelles or ostriches in the adjacent zoo.
What truly defines the experience is the bespoke level of service provided by the small team of therapists. Because the spa only features three treatment rooms, every visit is personalized with a thorough skin anamnesis. This allows for highly tailored maternity treatments, specialized "men’s signature" rituals, and detox programs that include nutritional teas and alkalizing salts. It is a masterclass in "slow wellness," encouraging guests to linger in a state of "contemplative Zen" that feels worlds away from the nearby Berlin Zoo entrance.
Address:
Drakestraße 1, 10787 Berlin, Germany
Botanical and Intimate
The spa at Das Stue feels incredibly botanical, almost like a high-end apothecary hidden in the woods of the Tiergarten. It’s not about flashy technology or neon lights; it’s about the smell of Alpine herbs and the feeling of cold-pressed oils on your skin. Everything feels "clean" in a way that’s hard to find in a major city—you can tell the ingredients come from a mountain valley, and that fresh, green energy seems to seep into the very walls of the white-tiled treatment rooms.
Because there are only three rooms, the vibe is purely intimate. It’s the opposite of the "factory" feel you get at larger urban spas. You aren't just a room number; you’re a guest in a private home where the therapist actually knows your skin’s history. Walking from the 14-meter pool to the sauna feels like a private ritual rather than a public event, making it the perfect spot for anyone who wants to disappear for a few hours into a world of quiet, plant-based luxury.
