Luisenhof, Dresden

Situated on a hill by the River Elbe, the views of the Elbe valley from Luisenhof will take your breath away. The interior is equally magnificent, with splendid furniture and a host of features. The master chefs take care of the rest, rustling up a mix of traditional dishes and modern specialties. Luisenhof's patisserie is renowned for its cakes; in fact, the patisserie is held in such high esteem that it exports its goods to a number of other establishments in the city. The prices are in keeping with the surroundings and are not for the faint of heart.