Hotel Kempinski Palace Portorož 5*

Hotel Kempinski Palace Portorož is located in the city center of Portorož, within a protected landscape park.

ABOUT THE HOTEL

founded

1910

rooms

181

restaurants

swimming pools

guest rating

9.2

SPECIALIZATION

HOTEL DESCRIPTION

Hotel Kempinski Palace Portorož is one of Slovenia’s most iconic hotels and the main symbol of the Portorož resort. It is located in the very heart of the city, within a five-hectare park, just a few steps from the Adriatic Sea.

The complex consists of two buildings. The historical palace was built in 1910 by architect Georg Ede and immediately became a symbol of early 20th-century resort luxury. Its façade was designed in the Art Nouveau style, featuring marble, stucco, and crystal chandeliers in the interiors.

Almost a century later, in 2008, a new building was added. Its architecture is minimalist and contemporary — spacious interiors, panoramic windows, and open terraces overlooking the sea. The two buildings are connected by a covered walkway.

Since its opening, Kempinski Palace Portorož has been a preferred destination for distinguished guests. Over the years, the hotel has hosted Sophia Loren, Marcello Mastroianni, Yul Brynner, Lex Barker, Orson Welles, Josip Broz Tito, Adriano Celentano, and others.

The hotel offers 181 rooms in the following categories:

Room Category	Location	View and Features
Classic Room 30—35 m²	Historic building	View of the courtyard or city. High ceilings, large windows, marble bathroom.
Superior Room 30—35 m²	New building	View of the park or city. Bright interiors, some rooms with balconies.
Deluxe Room ≈ 40 m²	Historic or new building	View of the sea or park. Spacious layout, sitting area, some rooms with balconies.
Rose Suite ≈ 50 m²	New building	Park view. Separate living area, elegant interior in calm tones.
Venice Suite ≈ 70 m²	New building	Sea view. Separate bedroom and living room, panoramic windows.
Laguna Suite ≈ 80 m²	New building	Sea view. Terrace or balcony, sitting area.
Piran Suite ≈ 85 m²	Upper floors of the new or historic building	Panoramic view of the sea and coastline. Spacious living room, terrace.
Palace Suite ≈ 100 m²	Historic building	View of the park or sea. Art Deco interior, separate dining area.
Presidential Suite ≈ 230 m²	Top floor of the new building	Panoramic Adriatic view. Spacious living room, dining room, study, two bedrooms, terrace.

All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, minibar, safe, flat-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrobes and slippers are provided. Additional services include 24-hour room service, parking, and concierge assistance.

The hotel features two à la carte restaurants, both offering a modern interpretation of local and Mediterranean cuisine.

Sophia, named after Italian actress Sophia Loren, specializes in Mediterranean gastronomy. The menu includes fresh seafood such as lobster with asparagus ragout, tufoli pasta with lobster and saffron foam, as well as meat delicacies and truffle dishes. The restaurant is open in the evenings.

Fleur de Sel is located on the hotel’s ground floor with a terrace overlooking the park. It combines signature presentation with traditional Istrian cuisine: fuži with truffles, seafood risotto, sea bass baked in salt, and Wagyu beef burger.

The hotel also offers several lounge bars and a café serving pralines and macarons with Italian coffee roasted exclusively for the hotel’s guests.

WELLNESS CENTERS

Rose Spa

Rose Spa is a prestigious wellness complex nominated for the World Spa Awards in the category “Best Hotel Spa in Slovenia.”

Covering 1,500 m², it features indoor and outdoor seawater pools, hammam, sauna, jacuzzi, and a fitness center equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. There are also several private spa suites for personalized rituals.

Type of Treatment	Name	Description
Massage	Bespoke Massage	A massage combining elements of acupuncture, lymphatic drainage, and aromatherapy to relieve tension and fatigue.
	Touch of the Sea	A gentle magnesium-based massage that promotes relaxation and recovery.
	Sports Massage	A deep massage designed to release muscle tension after physical exertion.
Facial Care	Philosophia Botanica Flow Facial Ritual	A gentle facial massage using magnetic pearls to stimulate circulation and skin renewal.
	Prestige Anti-Aging Facial	A rejuvenating and firming facial treatment program.
Signature Rituals	Relax & Recharge	A body treatment with essential oils (lavender, melissa, geranium) and sea salt for deep relaxation.
	Balancing Ritual	Includes scrub, body wrap, and massage aimed at reducing puffiness and swelling.

Rose Spa offers tailored programs for different guest categories.

For women, the program includes a sea salt scrub to exfoliate and improve skin texture, a relaxing full-body massage with essential oils of lavender, melissa, and ylang-ylang, and a finishing facial treatment that enhances natural glow and elasticity.

For men, a full spa day includes a body massage for stress and fatigue relief, a body scrub, pedicure, and facial care.

For children aged 6—12, the Choco Kids program features a gentle hand massage with safe cocoa- and chocolate-based aromatic oils that moisturize and relax the skin, followed by a sweet treat — a milk chocolate shake.

In addition, the spa offers workshops such as training in Gua Sha facial massage techniques.

HOTEL FEATURES

Hotel type: SPA hotel.
Hosted world-famous guests including Sophia Loren, Marcello Mastroianni, Adriano Celentano, and others.
The Sophia restaurant, named after Sophia Loren, is recommended by the Michelin Guide.
Spa treatments use natural ingredients (essential oils, sea salt, etc.) and premium cosmetic brands (Carita, St. Barth, and Elemis).
Private beach — Palace Beach — located directly in front of the hotel.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Places to visit: Sonce Park, Piran city walls, First Rašpor Gate, Prvomajski trg Fountain, Polish Gate, Church of St. George, casino, Sečovlje Salina Nature Park, and Lake Fiesa.

Sport activities: Fitness center, bicycle rental, boat trips, yachting, sailing, diving, and golf.

For children: Children’s menu, baby cots, play area, babysitting services.

Getting there: Pula Airport (Croatia) — 90 km.