The Best Hotels with Michelin-starred restaurants | Europe
Travel in the foodsteps of Michelin star chefs and other tastemakers
By the Bearleaders
Nothing is more relaxing than a grand hotel room to crash in after your latest culinary adventure. With this guide, you don’t even have to book them separately. The Bearleaders, tastemakers like chefs, artists, and designers, have selected the best five-star hotels in Europe featuring Michelin-starred restaurants for you.
From iconic 5-star city hotels to small luxury hotels in the countryside, these hotels match the quality and service of their restaurants, with spacious rooms, great spas and unique experiences.
The Bearleaders List
CHATEAU DE VIGNEE | BELGIUM
Chateau de Vignée, nestled in the picturesque Ardennes region of Belgium, boasts the Michelin-starred restaurant Arden. The restaurant is helmed by the talented chef Marius Bosmans, renowned for his innovative approach to modern cuisine. The elegant dining space provides a refined ambience, perfectly complementing the exquisite dishes crafted from local and seasonal ingredients. Set within a beautifully restored chateau, guests can enjoy the serene natural surroundings and top-notch hospitality, making it an ideal destination for relaxation and culinary indulgence.
Even more exclusive is their unique Bearleader event, where Marius takes you on a hot air balloon, where you can enjoy a Michelin-starred meal while enjoying a birds-eye view of the Ardennes.
Read more about the Unique Experience ‘A Michelin-Starred Dinner in the Sky’
LA SUBIDA | ITALY
La Subida, a charming family-owned establishment in the heart of Italy's Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, offers a unique culinary experience deeply rooted in local traditions. The restaurant's wine selection is expertly curated by sommelier Mitja Sirk, whose deep knowledge and passion for regional wines enhance the dining experience. Nestled in the picturesque hills near the Slovenian border, La Subida provides an enchanting setting where rustic elegance meets exquisite cuisine. Guests are welcomed into a warm, homely atmosphere, reflecting the family's dedication to hospitality and excellence, and are invited to explore the rich wine culture of the region together with Mitja.
Read more about the Unique Experience ‘Discover Italy’s Next Wine Destination’
ANANTARA GRAND HOTEL KRASNAPOLSKY | THE NETHERLANDS
Located on the Dam in the heart of Amsterdam, this hotel perfectly brings together the best of the city. It is brimming with life and yet relaxing and charming. Once a small coffee house run by Mr. Krasnapolsky, today it has become a luxury hotel of the first order, charming visitors with lavish guest rooms, situated in 55 canal houses that have grown together over the years.
It’s Michelin-star restaurant ‘The White Room’ is one of the oldest in Amsterdam. An upscale banquet hall of white and gold that dates back to 1885, it has been kept in the same shape. Despite the historical aspect, it ensures a distinctively contemporary experience.
Read more in the guide In and Around Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam by Arne Heuwekemeijer, General Manager
HOTEL RESTAURANT DE LINDENHOF GIETHOORN | THE NETHERLANDS
A small hotel with a Two Michelin-starred restaurant in the idyllic town of Giethoorn. Giethoorn is also called the Venice of the North. It is a tight network of canals, biking trails, and footpaths that makes you feel like time stood still.
The main attraction, however, is the unforgettable Michelin star cooking by owner and Michelin star chef, Martin Kruithof. His restaurant has been over 25 years in the making, and it shows in his attention to detail.
Read more in the guide In and around Hotel Restaurant de Lindenhof in Giethoorn by Martin Kruithof, Two Michelin Star Chef
HOTEL BAYERISCHER HOF MUNICH | GERMANY
Hotel Bayerischer Hof is an oasis of tranquillity and luxury, even though it is located in the heart of the historic Old Town district.
The hotel, privately owned and run for five generations opened its doors in 1841 after King Ludwig the First expressed his wish for a first-class hotel - and that he got.
With superb facilities, amazing modern interior design, and a rooftop with the best views of Munich, this hotel is the place to stay.
Even more impressive is their Two Michelin-starred restaurant, Atelier. Designer Axel Vervoordt’s simple yet luxurious interior makes you feel like stepping into an artist’s studio - which in some way, you are.
Anton Gschwendtner’s cooking is simply cuisine of the highest order. Puristic and elegant French cuisine, enhanced with Asian flavours and ingredients.
Read more about the hotel in the guide In and Around Bayerischer Hof by two German fashion designers from internationally known fashion brand Talbot Runhof
GRAND HOTEL PARKER’S | NAPLES ITALY
This historic five-star retreat breathes an old-world grandeur that can still be felt today. Transformed multiple times, it has always kept its own identity as a refuge for the rich and famous and has been lovingly restored to its 1870s glory.
You are surrounded by priceless antiques and genuine cultural and historical artifacts, combined with breathtaking views over the Bay of Naples, the Vesuvius, Capri, and Ischia right from its Michelin-starred Restaurant, George, under the management of Michelin star chef Domenico Candela.
It guarantees an unforgettable sensorial experience as you watch the sun set over Naples while being served colourful and stylish dishes, building on the chef’s experience abroad and Neapolitan roots. Expect local produce, enriched by the inspired use of sauces and advanced techniques.
Discover all the best local food in the guide In and Around Grand Hotel Parker's by the hotel’s concierge, Marco Giuliano