The history of the House
Discover the rich history of our hotel, a place where tradition and modern comfort blend seamlessly. Our establishment has been a cornerstone of hospitality for generations, offering guests a unique glimpse into the past while providing all the amenities of the present. Immerse yourself in the stories and charm that have shaped our hotel into the beloved destination it is today.
1905
Several villas and hotels were constructed along the promenade
1910
Theodor Abraham, owner of several hotels and restaurants in Warnemünde, commissioned the construction of a new hotel on Strandweg.
1911 – 1915
The hotel is built. Out of sympathy for the former royal family, the hotel is given the name “Hohenzollern”. Hotelier Heinrich Reinke acts as managing director.
1918
According to the address book, Heinrich Reinke bought the hotel from the entrepreneur Theodor Abraham.
1923
After aircraft manufacturer Ernst Heinkel founded the Ernst Heinkel aircraft factory in Warnemünde and Marienehe in the 1920s, he bought the Hohenzollern House and used it as the exclusive residence for his works council members and senior engineers.
1939
Ernst Heinkel had the house completely reconstructed inside and out.
1945
After the Russian army took power, all of Heinkel’s property was expropriated. The House of Hohenzollern became public property and served as accommodation for Soviet officers.
1946
On July 1st, the building will be converted into a “technical office for wind power plants”.
1954
After the founding of the GDR, the house was expropriated and transferred to the government property of the GDR. A connection to the Hohenzollen royal family did not fit with the political goals of the GDR and was no longer desired. The house was renamed “Haus Stolteraa” after the nearby Stolteraa coast.
1960
Haus Stolteraa becomes the address for leading politicians from the GDR, the Eastern Bloc and international guests from all over the world. The guests include: Walter Ulbricht, Wilhelm Pieck, Janos Kadar, Dr. Beitz, Björn Engholm, Anke Fuchs, Karsten Voigt, Klaus Wedemeier, Walter Giller, Nadja Tiller, Michael Scholochow, Theo Adam, Peter Schreier, Hans-Georg Stengel, Ehm Welk, Erwin Geschonek and many more.
1998
After the fall of the Berlin Wall, a doctor from Rostock bought the traditional house and renovated it.
2005
After extensive reconstruction and modernization, the building is being reopened as the “Hotel Stolteraa”. It is a popular address among German and foreign tourists. In cooperation with the Kurhotel Sanddorn, 150m away, tourist events and health treatments can be booked.
2024
Hotel Stolteraa is a popular destination for tourists, sailors and ship enthusiasts. Here, you can unwind on the pristine white sandy beach, take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque promenade in Warnemünde, engage in various sporting activities, or participate in annual events such as the festive Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations at Haus Stolteraa or the renowned Hansesail sailing gathering.
