November 2026, Heringsdorf. Appreciation, trust, and team spirit are the foundation of true hospitality—and it is precisely this corporate culture that has once again been recognized. For the third consecutive year, the Hotel Kaiserhof Heringsdorf has been named one of the top employers in the German-speaking hotel industry. The award is presented as part of the prestigious 2026 Busche Employee Survey and is based exclusively on anonymous evaluations by the hotel’s own employees. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
At the same time, hotel manager Lars Groche was named to Germany’s TOP50 Hoteliers list for the first time. Both awards reflect a philosophy that the Kaiserhof has consistently embraced for years: Success in the hotel industry starts with the people.
Since taking office on June 1, 2021, Lars Groche and his team have been shaping the continued development of this long-established establishment. The focus is not only on quality and guest satisfaction, but above all on a corporate culture built on trust, respect, and mutual appreciation.
“The fact that we’ve been recognized as a top employer by our own employees for the third year in a row is, to me, the most valuable recognition of all. It shows that appreciation, trust, and mutual respect aren’t just words on paper for us—they’re put into practice every day. I therefore do not view our inclusion among Germany’s TOP50 Hoteliers as a personal honor, but rather as recognition of the achievements of our entire team. After all, exceptional hospitality is always a team effort.” Lars Groche, Director of Hotel Kaiserhof Heringsdorf
For arcona Hotels & Resorts, this latest award reaffirms its commitment to being exceptional hosts—not only for guests but also for its own employees.
“Hospitality begins long before a guest steps into our hotel—it begins with the people who passionately welcome guests every day. The fact that the Kaiserhof Heringsdorf has been recognized as a top employer for the third consecutive year confirms our commitment to creating a work environment where people can grow, take on responsibility, and enjoy being part of our company. I am particularly pleased about Lars Groche’s award because it shows how good leadership and a strong team work together to shape success.” Alexander Winter, managing partner of arcona Hotels & Resorts
The Busche Employee Survey is one of the most important employer surveys in the German-speaking hospitality industry. It focuses not on company data or jury decisions, but exclusively on anonymous employee evaluations. The award recognizes businesses that stand out for their particularly employee-oriented corporate culture and sustainable workforce development.
For the Kaiserhof Heringsdorf, this third consecutive award is both a recognition and an incentive. After all, satisfied employees create an atmosphere that guests experience firsthand—with warmth, attentiveness, and a genuine joy in hospitality.
With this latest award, the historic hotel is kicking off a special year: In 2027, the Hotel Kaiserhof Heringsdorf will celebrate its 30th anniversary. The anniversary will not only honor the hotel’s history but, above all, will focus on the people who have shaped the Kaiserhof over the past three decades.
Founded in 2008, arcona Hotels & Resorts, headquartered in Rostock, specializes in the operation and development of first-class leisure and vacation hotels. The seven arcona properties currently in operation are located in buildings—some of which are historic landmarks—in renowned vacation destinations such as Rügen, Sylt, and Usedom. The portfolio includes, among others, the well-known Hotel Elephant Weimar, the historic Hotel Kaiserhof on Usedom, and the Schloss Teschow Golf Club. As a licensee of the Barefoot concept developed by Til Schweiger, arcona also operates Barefoot Hotels in established destinations such as Mallorca. The owners and shareholders of arcona are Alexander Winter and Treugast founder Prof. Stephan Gerhard. The company is headquartered in the historic Zeeck’sche Villa in Rostock.
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