Arrived by car after determining from the internet that there might be issues coming via train. Didn’t know for sure
how far it was from HBF even tho the advertised distance on the hotel site was 800 meters. Check in went smoothly
and we were told how to get to the room. Front desk personnel were friendly and helpful. The 5-Star didn’t seem to
have any lobby help but we were used to dragging our bag. Elevator to the 3rd floor and into the room. Good size
room and patio to the city view. All appeared according to the reservation.

The duvets were plump and the room radiator poured heat on demand. Room safe was digital and operated
faultlessly. Carpet was a bit out of date and had a few cigarette burns. (It was a non smoking room but maybe not
since it was remodeled last) Room was clean and neat as a pin.

Shower door just would not close off enough to assure not getting water unto the floor. Otherwise the bathroom was
more than adequate and equiped as expected.

Breakfast was pretty standard. Full assortment of fruits, breads, cereals, and juices. Scrambled eggs and sausages in
addition to the standard boiled eggs. Cheery and bright in the morning and the windows made it a showpiece
overlooking the city. This would really be special when the patio could be used in the summertime.

Sauna area was very dated. The sauna itself was stained either from lack of cleaning or improper use. It was an 8-10
person and warmer than most. However the cold plunge was empty and when I tried to fill it only cold water
worked. Since that water was too cold I depended on one of the two showers to temper post sauna. There were 6-8
lounges to relax in but the workout room had only a bike wind machine and a few bench weights. Lockers were
available but in various states of disrepair so couldn’t find one that was lockable.

Since the hotel is on a hill and a bit isolated from the city you are either dependant on car/taxi or hotel bound.

The restaurant looked up to its task and entres were in the 10-15 Euro range. A few items were more expensive and
adding the drinks and maybe a dessert made it above normal pricing.