Name: Romantik Hotel Kieler Kaufmann
Address: Niemannsweg 102, Kiel, 24105, de
Telephone: +49 431 88110
Price range: 90 EUR
Rating: 4.6

Invitingly northern German & stylishly casual!

The feeling of coming home, relaxed tranquillity and a dreamlike view of the Kiel Fjord: this is how the venerable Kiel Merchant welcomes its guests. Two restaurants, a bar, a spacious event area and the rooms skilfully combine tradition and zeitgeist. Situated in a magnificent park, the hotel offers the perfect setting for a relaxing time-out for two, weddings and also for creative conferences.

Our hosts

The owner of the property is the association "Kieler Kaufmann e.V.", which wanted to create a place of meeting and exchange of opinions with the hotel of the same name. The history of the hotel dates back to the middle of the 19th century, when the banker Wilhelm Ahlmann acquired the property to build his retirement home here. After his death, his descendants initially continued to run it until they had to sell it. The estate has been owned by the association since the end of the Second World War. The hosts at the Romantik Hotel Kieler Kaufmann, Carl-Heinz and Marlies Lessau and their son Kilian Lessau.

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Our recommendations

Superior double room

We offer our superior double rooms in three different variations. However, they all have one thing in common: whether classically elegant, timelessly stylish or soothingly reduced, they all invite you to linger. In the Park Wing, you can expect large rooms without a lot of frills with a wonderful view of the greenery. In the Marienflügel, you sleep in timelessly stylish rooms that convey a touch of history. The highlight: the fantastic view over the roofs of Kiel Düsternbrook. In the Villa you will find our elegant Superior Double Rooms.

From185 EUR

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Double room deluxe

Park wing: Very spacious rooms with a far-reaching view of the park-like garden. And a wonderful bathroom with a large bathtub to soak in and a shower. Villa: All rooms in the villa are different in colour scheme, cut and effect. Find your favourite room! With sofa or bench in the window. Marienflügel: The view from the window: far, often as far as the fjord. In winter more than in summer. And inside? Relaxed design, timelessly stylish with a touch of history. Partly walk-in wardrobe.

From199 EUR

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Junior suite Romantik Hotel Kieler Kaufmann

Junior Suite with fjord view

Spacious junior suite in the villa with high ceilings, large windows and a view of the Kiel Fjord, separate sitting area, classically elegant furnishings in warm colours, bathroom partly with natural light, WLAN, up to 45 sqm.

From225 EUR

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Superior single room

Situated in the park wing, directly by the park and spa, the bright and friendly rooms are ideal for one person.

From139 EUR

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Facilities

at Romantik Hotel Kieler Kaufmann

Child Friendly

Fitness

Free Wifi

Indoor Pool

Lift

Meeting Facilities

Parking Area

Pets Friendly

Quiet Location

Sauna

Terrace

Offers & specials

Culinary delights

Enjoy

Two restaurants and a bar bring together tradition and contemporary spirit at Romantik Hotel Kieler Kaufmann. In the Kaufmannsladen you can enjoy modern North German cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Regional produce, fish, meat and vegetables take centre stage – down-to-earth, fresh and with a view of the Kieler Förde.

The Ahlmanns stands for fine dining with regional roots and an open view of the world. Head chef Lasse Knickrehm combines selected produce with craftsmanship precision and creative ideas. Since 2025, the restaurant has once again been awarded a Michelin star.

The bar Soll & Haben invites you to enjoy fine drinks, classics and good conversation – stylish, relaxed and with a special atmosphere.

Ahlmanns

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Historical setting meets modern cuisine: at Ahlmanns, you can experience a product-led, creative cuisine with regional roots and cosmopolitan influences. Familiar ingredients are reinterpreted and brought to the plate with craftsmanship and precision.

Since reopening in April 2023, head chef Lasse Knickrehm has shaped the restaurant’s culinary signature. In 2025, under his leadership, Ahlmanns was once again awarded a Michelin star, which the team successfully retained in 2026.

The stylish, modern interior creates a relaxed setting for a special evening in a laid-back atmosphere. Alongside the menus, sommelière Beatrice Ahrens offers a carefully matched wine pairing or an innovative non-alcoholic selection.

Kaufmannsladen

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At the Kaufmannsladen modern North German cuisine takes centre stage. Preference is given to produce from the region and from Northern Germany. Seasonality, short supply chains and a conscious approach to high-quality ingredients shape the cuisine. Fish, meat and vegetables are interpreted in a straightforward, contemporary way. The result is uncomplicated regional cuisine that combines down-to-earthness with modern ideas – in a relaxed atmosphere and with views of the Kieler Förde.

Soll & Haben

The Soll & Haben is the heart of our house. Whether for coffee and Tea Time in the afternoon or in the evening for a cocktail, whisky or gin and tonic by the fireplace: this is where the story of the Kieler Kaufmann comes to life.

Regional, stylish and timeless – this applies to the ambience as well as the drinks menu. Alongside classic cocktails and selected drinks, you will also find north German specialities and beers here.

Our Head Chef

Lasse Knickrehm stands for a modern, creative cuisine that does not lose sight of its North German roots. Since the reopening of the Ahlmanns in April 2023, the restaurant has borne his culinary signature.

The Hamburg-born chef completed his training at the Romantik Hotel Jagdhaus Waldfrieden. Further stages of his career took him to top chefs such as Hans Stefan Steinheuer and Bobby Bräuer. At the Kieler Kaufmann, he further developed his own signature style over many years and built up a close network of regional producers and suppliers.

In 2024, the Feinschmecker community named him „Newcomer of the Year“. In 2025, the Michelin star for the Ahlmanns followed under his leadership. In 2026, the Guide MICHELIN confirmed the award once again.

His style is authentic, product-driven and creative – rooted in the region and at the same time open to new influences.

Wellness at Kieler Kaufmann

"Sanctum" comes from the Latin word "holy", but in English it also means "innermost sphere". This was our inspiration. We have created a space where peace reigns free from external influences and which invites you to linger. Pure relaxation - for eyes and ears and for body and mind. Straightforward, minimalist and yet warm and inviting. It offers active relaxation through swimming and endurance training or passive relaxation in the sauna.

The wellness area shines in new splendour after the renovation in 2024 and invites you to relax. There is also a modern fitness room, that you can use for your training.

Around the hotel

Kiel Week

Every year in June, the world's largest sailing event takes place in Kiel. Kieler Woche looks back on over 140 years of history, from the original sailing regatta to today's popular festival and sporting event with an extensive supporting programme, performances by international artists on numerous live stages, fireworks, the famous windjammer parade and much more. Book a sailing or boat tour to experience the hustle and bustle on the sea. Next year, Kiel Week will take place from 20 - 28 June 2026.