Harz Stube

Die Lage ist schön, oben auf dem Berg. Der Blick aus dem 5. Stock ist schön.

Die Ausstattung ist zum Teil aus den 70‘ern und es könnte eine etwas bessere Auswahl an funktionierenden und sauberen Geschirr vorhanden sein. Generell war es nicht besonders sauber (Teppich, Oberflächen und alles Geschirr schmuddelig). Es roch im Eingangsbereich nach altem Nikotin und drinnen nach Hund (letzteres ist ok, wenn Hunde erlaubt sind).

The apartment was more or less as expected. However, I would like to draw attention to the importance of confirming with the host in advance whether the price shown on Booking.com is the final one, including bed linen and towels. In our case, although the listing did state that the host may charge extra for these seemingly standard "amenities", it was only after booking that the host messaged us to inform us that he charges €20 per bed (there are four single beds) for each change of bed linen. This information was not included on the booking page. For four guests, that would amount to €80! Firstly, bed linen and towels are widely considered standard nowadays. Secondly, if the host chooses to treat them otherwise, the exact cost should be disclosed. Thirdly, the amount charged seemed completely disproportionate, in my opinion. Fortunately, we were able to bring our bed linen, but this might be problematic for some travellers. Lastly, I would also recommend agreeing in advance on how the tourist tax should be paid. We left it on the table, but the host asked after our departure whether we had indeed left the money.