Hotel Esplanade
The Hotel Esplanade was a historic luxury hotel located in Berlin, Germany, that opened in 1908. While the original building was heavily damaged during World War II, parts of the structure were later incorporated into the Sony Center complex at Potsdamer Platz.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Germany
Founded
1908
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
No
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
DE
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1908
Hotel opening
The Hotel Esplanade was officially opened in Berlin as a luxury establishment.
1945
War damage
The original hotel building was heavily damaged during the aerial bombardments of World War II.
2000
Integration into Sony Center
Remnant parts of the original hotel structure were integrated into the modern Sony Center complex at Potsdamer Platz.