stayed 2 nights in this 5*Deluxe property which only opened 3 years ago in the heart of chic Dusseldorf. Located between on one side the Haute Couture stores and on the other side the old town and the Rhine river. Large extremely comfortable rooms with high-tech installations, comfy oversized bed, TV screen in the bathroom mirror, big shower stall and tub. I appreciated particularly the VIP lounge on ground floor, the fully equipped Technogym Fitness-room and the exquisite and extensive breakfast buffet with its home made yogurts, large variety of breads and cereals. Above all the very heartily and professional staff, very well managed hotel. Definitely one of Europe´s best Hotels.

In all my travels I have never seen experienced a hotel room conceived with such thoughtfulness and attention to detail as the one i occupied in the Breidenbacher Hof. Of course or the usual niceties were there; huge room, huge cupboards, bathroom with separate shower, free internet etc. What made this one stand out was the thought behind everything; the shower had a bench and two separate handles one for overhead and one for hand-held showers clearly marked with the design of each (for those of us who need glasses for everything!) There was a tailor made head cushion for the bath tub; a special toothbrush stand; the TV went on again at the channel you had switched off; there was a separate TV incorporated in the mirror of the bathroom with its own monitor; the safew was eye level and easy to operate; there was a slide out table in the large desk, so that i had my breakfast without moving paters etc; and much more. The decor itself was not of my taste, too gilded and formal but this did not prevent my enjoyment. Only hitch-- the all night drilling across the street, which apparently is legal; the hotel staff could only elegantly offer me (very efficient) ear plugs.

We initially decided to stay here for two nights and ended up staying for four. We didn't quite get what we had booked but we left feeling satisfied that the hotel more than made up for any errors or dissatisfaction we had had with their failing to meet the package we had booked. The hotel room we had was spacious with extra chairs to sit in, the decor stylish and the bathroom beautifully appointed. Despite a bit of wear in the hallways, no doubt from large suitcases being moved - the rooms showed absolutely no signs of wear and tear and were a delight to lounge around in. It was great to soak in the bath, whilst being able to watch TV with your own remote control - different to the one in the main bedroom. Housekeeping did come and clean our room when we called to ask them to clean it - but when we left the electronic sign on they didn't until we turned the sign off. Housekeeping were also a little intrusive in that we put the "do not disturb" sign on and they decided to come knocking on our door to see if we wanted our room cleaned.

If you're tired of lounging in your room and want somewhere else to hang there is the "living room" downstairs refreshments such as espresso and a selection of teas and always fresh fruit are always available - just like you would find at home.
If you're not sure what to do or where to go there is also the personal assistant desk in the living room to ask for helpful advice, or to assist you in booking a rental vehicle, or basically where is what in Dusseldorf. Malte in particular was friendly and helpful.
For shopping: the location is right on the doorstep of Konigsallee, the upmarket boutique shopping area of the city, but also on the edge of the Altstadt (Old City) and less than a few minutes walk from a large variety of department stores (including one right across the road).
For walking: parks are almost across the road, and walking through the Altstadt down and along the river is wonderful.
There are also some really good restaurants close by, and the five course dinner we had at the hotel's brasserie restaurant was truly great value for money. The breakfasts were very good and the wait staff were very attentive.
A taxi from the the airport to the hotel is only 20 Euros (one way) - alternatively you can book a limousine with the hotel for more than 5 times that price. The choice is yours.

There appear to be some road works going on at the moment across the road from the main entrance to the hotel - somewhat diminishing the outlook from the city view rooms -but this does not affect you if you choose a courtyard facing room.

We enjoyed the hotel and it's location within historic Dusseldorf.

We were prepared for the decline in the USD against the EURO but when the hotel bar charged 18 Euros for an American Whiskey cocktail ($25.00USD) we were overwhelmed.

We elected to eat at the many great Dusseldorf bristos and restaurants which are in walking distance to the Hotel.

Other than feeling that the bar was overpriced, the rooms are luxurious, the service staff outstanding and the location hard to beat!