Crew

Jan Bolland

How can one build a completely new hotel in such a short period of time, that won before opening an innovation price of the state of Rhineland-Palatinate and is creating furor in the central Rhine valley since its opening? The hotel business is part of his DNA, said Jan Bolland, whose family is the 4th generation of hosts since 1907. In addition he has completed international studies, decades of experience managing renowned hotel, a high degree in discipline, not afraid of any risk and a family with five members in the background who always encourage him.

Michelle Klären

Host | Write e-mail

She is definitely a family person, connected to her home and a horse lover. No wonder that her leisure is as organized as her weekly plan as host and managing director of the Heimatzeit Hotels. She could have easily made a career in a bank, but Michelle is fascinated by the hotel world and the innovative character of an enterprise that offers her lots of possibilities to freely develop and manage with creativity.

Marleen Wagner

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So young and already a professional host! No wonder, as she already became assistant of the Management while she was studying „Hotel and Restaurant Management“ in Ravensburg and working at the BollAnts Spa at the park in Bad Sobernheim. Later she became hotel manager of the Hunsrück Hideaway <THE MARIENHÖH>, followed by the next step into the management of the Papa Rhein.

Nadine Gabel

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She actually studied cultural studies and had entirely different career plans. Nadine got into the hotel industry through an internship and has been passionate about the industry ever since. "No working day or guest are alike - so it never gets boring."

She can no longer imagine having any other job. After various hotels on the Rhine and going through all the departments, she has now found her dream job as a hostess at PAPA RHEIN. In her spare time, she likes to test - how could it any different? Hotels.

Nils Henkel

Chef cook | Write e-mail

He exchanged from Guide Michelan star cooking to an ambitious bistro cooking and has not regretted it a single bit! Nils Henkel is among Germany’s best cooks and enchants the guests at the restaurant BOOTSHAUS with elements of his famous pure-nature cuisine. Many seasonal herbs, longe forgotten local vegetables are the stars in his work. He combines the regional and world cuisine and is widely acclaimed by guests and gastronomic reviewers.

Denise Frank

Booking Manager | Write e-mail

She has a classical education as a hotel administrator and after a short detour to the reception, she quickly landed in the reservation department. Denise has remained true to her home on the Nahe river, except for 2 years on Sylt, and quickly got promoted to the position of reservations manager. She also holds this position at PAPA RHEIN, where she brings a breath of fresh air (not only) to the reservations department. In her spare time, she is fully enjoys her role as mum, her sweet little whirlwind Elise makes sure to keep her busy.

Dominik Gieras

Chef Lido | Write e-mail

Hard shell - soft core! He is the chef on our LIDO Deck and always up for a joke. Nevertheless, he encounters his work with great passion and the necessary seriousness. After a classical cooking education in Stromberg and various stations in Rheinhessen, we were able to win him for our Italian bistro in the PAPA RHEIN. Dominik also enjoys cooking in his private life & especially loves the cuisine of his native Country. This is just one of his many travel destinations, because in addition to cooking, he is particularly passionate about travelling.

Tanja Mutschler

Restaurant Manager | Write e-mail

She stands for concentrated service power and is our rock in the surf - even when things get stressful. No wonder, she brings 25 years of professional experience and love: "What could be better than good food, good wine and friendly, attentive service? The passionate wine connoisseur leads her young team with loving rigour. When Tanja is not at the hotel, family comes first. Her son Philipp and adopted dog Anubis are happy to receive her full attention.

Maria Schorsch

Housemaid | Write e-mail

Cleanliness and order are her profession. Maria is our housekeeper and thus the boss of the housekeeping team. She brings with her 18 years of professional experience - 17 of which she worked at the Bolland family's parent company until PAPA RHEIN enticed her with a new challenge. In her team she has 20 employees who trust in her expertise and leadership. Besides leading the team, she loves the daily challenges of her job.

Stefania Niacstro & Hanna Knieps

Spa Manager | Write e-mail

Double female power at the Hafen Spa

Stefania is a true Roman and began her professional journey as a primary school teacher. However, the lively Italian soon realised that she needed a job with more movement and creativity, turning her passion for dance into a profession by opening her own studio. Her diverse path eventually led her into the world of hospitality, where she began working as a beautician and wellness massage therapist. When she heard about the new Papa Rhein Hotel, she immediately knew this would be her next destination. Since 2020, she has been enchanting our guests with an extra dose of Italian joie de vivre. By the water, she recharges her energy and almost feels at home, which is why she loves visiting Italy as much as other exciting travel destinations.

Together with her colleague Hanna, Stefania forms an unbeatable team.

Hanna discovered her passion for hospitality in a very classic way during an internship at the Bolland family’s flagship property. After completing her A-levels, she trained as a beautician and gained several years of professional experience before also answering the call of Papa Rhein. In her private life, she enjoys not only horsepower in the saddle, but also under the hood of racing cars. You might also find her helping out on a tractor, as despite her love of travel, she is deeply connected to village life in her hometown. At the Hafen Spa, she provides a calm counterbalance within the leadership team and loves making people happy with a smile on her face.