What to expect: Opened in 2000 as part of the Volkswagen theme park, this hotel attracts businesspeople, gastronomes, and tourists. Its open circular glass architecture contrasts with the warm interior, designed by French designer Andrée Putman and featuring modern paintings and photographs. The minimalist lobby in earth colors centers around the fireplace and allows a panoramic view over the Mittelland canal.

Amenity highlights: Guests can enjoy culinary highlights in the award-winning gourmet restaurant Aqua and end the evening in the classic ambience of Newman’s Bar. Business facilities include nine conference and banquet rooms for up to 300 people, as well as a private dining room. There is also a health and fitness club, Kraftwerk, with spa tubs, steam rooms, saunas, solarium, and a variety of treatments.

Insider tip: Hotel guests have free entrance to the adjacent Volkswagen theme park. On six acres of park and water landscape, this forum explores the history of the automobile, dedicating extravagantly designed pavilions to single car types, such as the Bentley and the Lamborghini Pavilion. The parks is also home to the two car towers of Wolfsburg, where 400 new cars are on display.