Awards & Honours
Successes that motivate us
Our recognitions
At Strandhotel Duhnen, we are delighted to receive awards that reflect our daily work. They show that many small steps – attentiveness, reliability, hospitality and a sense of responsibility – are recognised. We do not see these honours as a matter of course, but as motivation to continue to implement what is important to us with care and heart. For our guests, our team and our region.
Top training company
Being recognised as a “Top Training Company” demonstrates Strandhotel Duhnen’s special commitment to young talent. Apprentices here receive practical, varied and fair training that prepares them optimally for their professional future. Professional trainers, clear learning structures and genuine support ensure that junior staff can discover and develop their strengths. The award confirms that the hotel takes responsibility, develops motivated employees and creates an environment in which learning and development play a central role.
HolidayCheck Award 2024
The HolidayCheck Award 2024 is one of the most prestigious awards in the tourism industry and is based exclusively on genuine guest reviews. The Strandhotel Duhnen has received this award because guests have had exceptionally good experiences in all areas – from cleanliness to service and atmosphere. The award shows how reliably and consistently the hotel offers outstanding quality. Every rating is a sign of genuine trust and of the special hospitality that travellers experience here and then recommend with conviction.
Partner National Park
As a partner of the Wadden Sea National Park, Strandhotel Duhnen is committed to the protection and preservation of this unique natural region. The partnership entails high standards, such as sustainable management, support for regional structures and imparting knowledge about the World Heritage Site. The hotel informs its guests about the special features of the mudflats, offers nature-related services and works in an environmentally conscious manner at all levels. This award shows that the Strandhotel Duhnen is not only a host, but also an active part of the regional responsibility for nature.
Finalist for the Großer Preis des Mittelstandes
The award as a finalist for the “Großer Preis des Mittelstandes” is a special honour for the Strandhotel Duhnen. It recognises the company in its entirety – economic strength, regional ties, innovative power and social responsibility. Only a few companies reach this final stage, which emphasises the hotel’s exceptional performance. The Strandhotel Duhnen impresses with sustainable growth, outstanding service, modern structures and a dedicated team. The award shows that the hotel sets standards in many areas and is a role model in the German SME sector.</p
Service Quality Germany
The “Service Quality Germany” certificate certifies that the Strandhotel Duhnen has a particularly high service culture. It stands for structured quality management, continuous improvements and committed employees who actively work on the further development of the guest experience. The hotel regularly monitors the needs of its guests, optimises internal processes and provides its team with comprehensive training. The result is a stay that is characterised by professionalism, warmth and reliability.
Environmental check gold
The DEHOGA environmental check in gold is an important sign of sustainable management in the hospitality industry. The Strandhotel Duhnen fulfils particularly demanding criteria, such as efficient energy use, conscious use of water and a consistent concept for waste avoidance. The hotel also relies on regional suppliers and environmentally friendly materials. The Gold award is only given to hotels that go far beyond the usual standards. Guests benefit from a stay that offers comfort and at the same time protects nature – for a good feeling throughout their holiday.
Lions Club support
The connection to the Lions Club Cuxhaven demonstrates the special social commitment of the Strandhotel Duhnen in the region. The Lions Club Cuxhaven is one of the most traditional service clubs in the city and has been supporting a wide range of projects for children, families, culture and people in need for many decades. The Strandhotel Duhnen actively contributes to promoting these important projects through donations, joint campaigns and local initiatives. Whether educational programmes, aid offers or cultural events – the cooperation shows how strongly the hotel is rooted in the community. This award symbolises a conscious, regional sense of responsibility and the desire to strengthen Cuxhaven in the long term.
Hosts with heart
The “Host with Heart” seal confirms that the Strandhotel Duhnen fulfils the highest quality and safety standards to ensure its guests have a carefree stay. Clear hygiene concepts are implemented throughout the hotel, employees are regularly trained and all processes are carefully monitored. This award shows that safety, health and well-being play a central role here. Guests can rest assured that their stay will be managed responsibly, reliably and with great care at all times – from check-in and service to all leisure activities.
