Harz Hotel & Spa Seela

8.2
Excellent
(1292 reviews)

Nordhäuser Str. 5, 38667 Bad Harzburg, Germany

+49 5322 7960

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Hotel Description

Harz Hotel & Spa Seela, located at Nordhäuser Str. 5, 38667 Bad Harzburg, Germany, offers a vibrant, down-to-earth atmosphere in the heart of the scenic Harz region. This charming hotel is situated just 2.1 km from the majestic Harzburg Castle, 2.4 km from the Bad Harzburg train station, and 18 km from the iconic Brocken Mountain. Surrounded by lush forests and stunning landscapes, the hotel is perfectly positioned for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Guests can explore the nearby Harz National Park and the Baumwipfelpfad Harz, a breathtaking tree canopy walkway, both within walking distance. The hotel's location is not only ideal for nature exploration but also for those seeking a tranquil retreat while being close to a variety of attractions.

The rooms at Harz Hotel & Spa Seela are designed to provide ultimate comfort and relaxation. Brightly lit and warmly decorated, they offer a homely ambiance that makes each stay a peaceful escape. Though the rooms are not air-conditioned, they are equipped with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and other essential amenities to enhance your stay. Some rooms come with private balconies, offering stunning views of the surrounding area. For added space and luxury, the hotel also offers suites and apartments. Room service is available, ensuring guests enjoy all the comforts of home. Guests can start their day with a complimentary breakfast buffet, which includes a wide variety of fresh and hearty options. Additionally, complimentary water aerobics classes are offered to guests, allowing them to stay active and relaxed during their stay.

One of the highlights of Harz Hotel & Spa Seela is its diverse range of special amenities. The hotel boasts a fully equipped fitness center, an indoor pool, and a relaxing spa, making it one of the few hotels in the area to offer such facilities. There is also a nightclub for those looking to enjoy a lively evening, as well as a bowling alley and a kids’ club, making it a perfect destination for families. Guests can indulge in a variety of treatments at the spa or unwind in the sauna after a day of exploration. The quaint restaurant on-site is known for its exceptional dinner buffet, offering both local and international dishes. The bar is another perfect spot for enjoying a drink or engaging in social conversations, and the hotel frequently hosts regular dance nights, adding to the lively atmosphere.

Accessibility is one of the hotel's strengths, with convenient public transportation options nearby. Guests can easily access Bad Harzburg Gabbro-Steinbruch within just a 6-minute walk or take a short 4-minute taxi ride to Bad Harzburg. For those arriving by air, Hannover Airport is about 1 hour and 22 minutes by taxi, or 2 hours and 24 minutes by transit. Additionally, the hotel is a short walk from public internet workstations, and Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Harz Hotel & Spa Seela places great emphasis on health and safety measures. The property is a smoke-free establishment and ensures the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene throughout, including regular cleaning of the fitness center, pool, and spa areas. For guest peace of mind, full-service laundry, wake-up calls, and a 24-hour front desk are available. The hotel is also pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring their furry companions along during their stay.

There is no shortage of activities to enjoy at or near the hotel. Popular activities include hiking, exploring the nearby Harz National Park, or visiting the famous Baumwipfelpfad Harz. Additionally, the scenic Brocken Mountain is just an hour away by car, offering panoramic views of northern Germany. Guests can also visit the Wernigerode Castle, a 19th-century fortress with medieval foundations, located about 27 minutes away by car. For history buffs, the World Heritage Rammelsberg Ore Mines, a former silver mine, is located about 20 minutes from the hotel, offering guided tours and insight into the region's mining history.

Dining options are plentiful in the area, with several top-rated restaurants within close proximity to the hotel. Salz & Seele, located just 1 minute away by taxi, is a local favorite, offering delicious cuisine in a cozy setting. Pizzeria La Fontana, an Italian restaurant just 2 minutes away, is a great option for pizza lovers. For those seeking traditional German fare, Bräustüb’l, located 4 minutes away, offers a warm, rustic ambiance. Plumbohms Aussichtsreich Gast- und Logierhaus, located 9 minutes from the hotel, offers fine dining with beautiful views, while Clubhaus Da Pasquale, just 3 minutes away, serves authentic Italian dishes.

In conclusion, Harz Hotel & Spa Seela offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and recreation in one of Germany’s most picturesque regions. Whether you're visiting for a relaxing spa retreat, a family vacation, or an adventurous getaway, the hotel provides all the amenities you need for a memorable stay. We invite you to experience the warmth and hospitality of Harz Hotel & Spa Seela, where you can relax, unwind, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Harz region.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Walking distance to the Harz National Park and Baumwipfelpfad Harz

2. Guests liked the service provided by the friendly and helpful staff

3. Guests praised the quaint restaurant, which has a dinner buffet offering local and international dishes

4. Guests praised the breakfast buffet, which offers a variety of fresh and hearty options

5. One of the few hotels in the area with a fitness center for an active stay

6. Guests praised the vibrant nightlife at the hotel, including regular dance nights

7. One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool for relaxation and leisure

8. One of the few hotels in the area with a full-service spa for relaxation and rejuvenation

9. Pet-friendly hotel, allowing guests to bring their dogs and cats

10. Conveniently located with easy access to public transportation, including Bad Harzburg Gabbro-Steinbruch within a 6-minute walk


8.0 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Brocken
1 hr 1 min
Harz National Park
2 min
Baumwipfelpfad Harz
8 min
Wernigerode Castle
27 min
World Heritage Rammelsberg ore mines
20 min

Nearest locations

Salz & Seele
1 min
TALPOSTEN.
1 min
Restaurant URSPRUNG
1 min
Sagenhaft Restaurant & Café
1 min
Pizzeria La Fontana
2 min
Hexenklause
2 min
Clubhaus Da Pasquale
3 min
Bräustüb'l
4 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating8.0
Nearest airportHannover Airport
Travel time to airport1 hr 22 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Thu, Nov 28
Check-out: Fri, Nov 29
    Official Hotel

    $168

    Dinogo.com

    $168

    Booking.com

    $181

    Agoda

    $181

    Reserving

    $181

    Tripening Hotels

    $193


Location

Nordhäuser Str. 5, 38667 Bad Harzburg, Germany

Airports:

Hannover Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 22 min

Transit: 2 hr 24 min

Transit:

Bad Harzburg Gabbro-Steinbruch

Walking: 6 min

Bad Harzburg Berliner Platz

Walking: 9 min

Bad Harzburg

Taxi: 4 min

Walking: 30 min

Bad Harzburg Hotel Seela

Walking: 1 min

Bad Harzburg Burgbergbahn

Walking: 5 min


Nearby locations

8.0

Excellent Location

This vibrant, down-to-earth hotel is 2.1 km from Harzburg castle, 2.4 km from Bad Harzburg train station and 18 km from Brocken mountain.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Nightclub

Languages spoken

Arabic

English

German

Italian

Russian

Accessibility

Not accessible

Food & drink

Restaurant

Bar

Table service

Buffet dinner

Breakfast

Breakfast buffet

Wellness

Fitness center

Elliptical machine

Treadmill

Weight machines

Free weights

Massage

Sauna

Spa

Pools

Indoor pool

No hot tub

Rooms

Coffee maker in some rooms

Minibar in some rooms

Pets

Pet-friendly

Dogs allowed

Cats allowed

Parking & transportation

Parking

Services

Front desk

Full-service laundry

Wake up calls

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Credit cards

Debit cards

NFC mobile payments

Cash

Business & events

Meeting rooms

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Bathtub in some rooms

Shower

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in public areas

Public internet workstation


Reviews

100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo

8.7

549 reviews

Wonderful
331
Excellent
121
Good
73
Below Average
15
Not Good
9
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Dana Schaller

3/5
We booked this hotel for a hiking wellness weekend and were influenced by the great photos on the internet. When we arrived, the outside impression of the hotel wasn't that good. It's a gray "block" probably from the 70s. But okay, that shouldn't play a big role. The reception area then made a better impression. We had 3 single rooms in house 4. The external impression was somewhat confirmed here. The staircase, elevator and hallway are in an unrenovated and old condition, as are the rooms. I can't remember the last time I got a real room key. Everything here is relatively old, the furnishings, the bathrooms, the curtains, etc. B. the telephone. We then went on to the wellness area. We didn't really like it here either, as the wellness area was getting old in some places and was spread over several floors. However, it is designed quite nicely and the women's sauna and relaxation room are very nice. Moving on to the restaurant: we had booked dinner here. We enjoyed the food. The only point of criticism here was that the chairs were very sagging, you noticed the springs and it was uncomfortable to sit on, but the restaurant was very full and there were probably no other chairs left. The cocktails afterwards tasted good, but at €8.50 we didn't think it was cheap considering the size. At breakfast we had comfortable chairs and everything you could want for breakfast was offered. It can happen that a coffee machine gives up the ghost from time to time.One thing is important to mention: the staff here are really great. Without exception, everyone was very friendly and accommodating.Conclusion: for a 4 star hotel there are a few things wrong, but it is obviously being renovated and renewed. When this process is complete, it really is a great wellness hotel. Until then, however, we would refrain from visiting again.

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Martina Werder

5/5
I can only recommend the hotel.

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Liza Albert

4/5
We stayed at the Harz Hotel & Spa Seela for 2 nights to take a short vacation in Bad Harzburg.I was impressed by the hotel's promising website. Shortly before arrival, I read the reviews and was a little unsure whether my decision was right. But once I was there I was convinced of the opposite and found that the hotel was portrayed worse in some reviews! Of course, it always depends on which room and which services you book.We chose a superior double room with a forest view. The room had a box spring double bed, which didn't have a sagging mattress, on the contrary it was very comfortable and we slept great! I was most afraid of the bathroom because I was afraid of traveling back in time. Luckily, our room had a renovated bathroom, which was visually appealing, although small but perfectly adequate for our purposes.I can't complain about the noise at night either, since our room faced the forest, it was pleasantly "quiet" and we could even sleep with the window open.The only thing we noticed was that the room was a bit dark, despite several lamps and lights.The stairwell is still reminiscent of bygone times, and one or two things have not yet been modernized/renovated (e.g. windows, cupboards, pieces of furniture, hallway) but that didn't bother us personally. Attention, if you are staying in house 2, there is no elevator to the rooms.The sauna area is small but sufficient, there are 5 saunas and several relaxation rooms as well as free water and tea. Everything is spread out over several levels, but it's easy to find your way around thanks to good signage. The pool area is warm and cozy, the water temperature a bit cool for my taste.The breakfast buffet was varied (also suitable for vegetarians/vegans) and delicious! The employees at the reception and in the restaurant were also all super nice and accommodating!The location and proximity to sights and hiking trails is also a plus. There is also sufficient information material available.The hotel definitely deserves a chance. We would come again!

JH

Jens-Uwe H

1/5
We were in this hotel for a short vacation, the depiction on the internet was very good, the reality was mostly bad, I'll start with the positive, the breakfast was okay, unfortunately that was it. …

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Jens-Uwe Hayn

1/5
We were in this hotel for a short vacation, the depiction on the internet was very good, the reality was mostly bad, I'll start with the positive, the breakfast was okay, unfortunately that was it too. The room had a strange smell, the furnishings and the ambience looked good Like from the seventies it was very noisy, no wonder the entrance door to the hotel room had a very simple room antenna, you could hear every step in the hallway and the TV on the wall was just to decorate the defect, the elevators were in need of an overhaul, you were happy when you were allowed to go out again The stairs were a bit safer then, except for the loose steps. On the Friday when we arrived it was sauna night and two ladies tried to celebrate the infusion. I think they were entering a sauna for the first time. The infusion was nothing and my five-year-old granddaughter feels better by waving! The floor in the changing room and in front of the shower was always flooded with water because it was very quiet and the highlight was the walk in a bathrobe through the fully occupied guest room where these guests understandably made fun of themselves and I think I need to know whether I would recommend the hotel to others not to mention.Kind regards

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P K

3/5
The rooms are only cleaned every three days and only upon express request. We then disposed of some of the rubbish ourselves; for example, I don't want leftover apples in the room for a long time. You could have gotten fresh towels at the reception. This procedure is unacceptable to me in this price range.The bathroom is very dark, no lamp, just a mirror with some lighting.Swimming pool and sauna are very nice, but there is little or no control by the staff. Actually, according to the notice, the sauna is textile-free, but some visitors don't stick to this and use it in wet swimwear without a towel - they don't want to sit on the wet benches.The staff was (with one exception) very friendly. Food in the restaurant is good, with half board you have the option of ordering from the menu for the main course (pizza/pasta, schnitzel or fish and chips) or taking the daily recommendation. The service here was also very friendly.

KS

Kerstin S

2/5
Since I have been visiting this hotel for years, this was the last time for me. Extremely disappointing. |I find it a disgrace to take a lot of money and no longer offer any service. …

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Dieter Bartz

3/5
Day spa with treatments...the old hotel right on the main street has been beautifully renovated.Friendly sent to the parking deck by the staff...later €13 for 3 hours of spa area. Swimming pool cold, application ok but afterwards reception couldn't calculate, instead of €30 we paid €39 back, said we would have had more treatments.Thank you for not staying with us again at Seela Bad Harzburg

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Olesja Schmidt

4/5
I stayed at this hotel with my partner for vacation and it was really nice. The staff is also friendly. The only thing that bothered us personally is that you have to go through the restaurant to get to the spa area. (Quite awkward with a bathrobe)We would still like to come back to this hotel.Best regardsOlesya Schmidt

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Martina Jung

5/5
The house seems to be in transition; the restaurant area is nice, the bar too, the idea with the DJ on Saturday was great, some of the rooms are still a bit old-fashioned and yes, if you opened the cupboard and the neighbor too, you could communicate easily with each other Wishing you health while sneezing, but it was still a nice stay, the spa area left nothing to be desired, the location was great and the breakfast buffet was great, rich and prepared with a lot of love, the dinner was higher priced, but also very tasty, the cocktails Could use a slightly higher quality OJ, but the alcohol content was great, the staff was consistently attentive, friendly and polite and I think the idea of ​​using a water bottle instead of cleaning is great. Thank you for a great stay in the Harz.