Harz Hotel & Spa Seela in Bad Harzburg

The spa area is confusing. The forest sauna dirty. Swimming pool wasn't even open. The rest was fine

Nice hotel. The room was clean, the bed comfortable, the breakfast was really great. Unfortunately, I didn't use the spa as I was out and about in the surrounding area all day. The location right next to Bad Harzburg's sights is very good. Parking situation is okay. I would book again and again!

We had a fantastic girls' weekend. The only downside was that the chocolate mousse wasn't enough for the price (the glass was only half full). The staff was super friendly and helpful. The wellness area was fantastic. We were in building 4, so we didn't have to walk around the hotel in our bathrobes. Saturday night with the DJ was also great. We'd love to go back.

The old building has been beautifully renovated, the furnishings are of very high quality and beautifully designed. The sauna area was great. It invites you to linger and, with a bit of luck, you can actually have peace and quiet in the individual rooms. The spa treatments were absolutely relaxing. The food was really tasty and of very high quality. Unfortunately, the staff was a bit understaffed and we had to wait quite a long time to order another drink, so we only had the first drink. Really a shame. Unfortunately, the much-heralded disco night was already over at midnight. But I think that's normal in hotels. Overall, it was a very nice stay in a lovingly designed hotel. Thank you

We will definitely come back soon. Even with our 2 dogs everything was no problem! Great!

A nice hotel with a great spa area. The food is great and very tasty. The area is perfect for day trips, there is a lot to see and do. I recommend this hotel it is definitely worth a visit.

We had booked a girlfriends weekend and were a bit skeptical when we arrived. From the outside the hotel looks very old, but from the inside it is very modern. The service is unbeatable. You could even check in online and check out online beforehand. There were rental bathrobes and even a program for the weekend. Friday was sauna night with infusions until midnight and Saturday was party night. We didn't expect that and it was really nice. Attention to detail plays a major role in the hotel. Cleanliness is also very important here. Even dogs are well looked after and there is a hiking trail right next to the hotel. Fitness room and indoor pool are also available. What's a shame is that the main street is right next to the hotel, but that's also taken care of with Oropax in the room. We will definitely come back. Thanks for the nice weekend

Friendly reception. Central location. Beautiful wellness landscape. Good breakfast buffet. Would come again.

I've had the pleasure of being a DJ at the dance evenings at the Harz Hotel & Spa Seela in Bad Harzburg several times - and every time it was a special experience! The hotel not only offers its guests an extensive range of wellness and leisure activities, but also attaches great importance to varied evening entertainment. A highlight is the weekly dance evening, where guests can start the night in a lively mood. ​ Sonnenklar.TV The cooperation with the hotel team is always professional and cordial. The organization of the events runs smoothly, which is essential for me as a DJ in order to optimally coordinate the musical flow with the evening. The guests are always in a good mood and appreciate the atmospheric atmosphere created by the interaction of music, dance and the special ambience of the house.​ For anyone who wants to experience an entertaining evening with dancing and good music in Bad Harzburg, the Harz Hotel & Spa Seela is definitely worth recommending. I look forward to many more lively nights in this wonderful house!​

A nice time spent with friendly staff and beautiful rooms and delicious food.

Due to a meeting on site. Poor management (information to guests) when the fire alarm went off (good thing it was a false alarm). The staff was nice and we were well served.

Very nice staff, nice hotel and great offers, we would definitely visit it again because despite everything we had a wonderful weekend in your hotel! Unfortunately, two points deducted 1. because of the parking lot (Friday afternoon we were told that on Saturday morning we could use their own parking space. When we asked if we had to reserve it for Saturday, we were told no, there were enough available! On Saturday morning when we wanted to use their parking lot there was none! From around 1/2 p.m. we were told we could get one, but since we weren't in the hotel at lunchtime we had to pay for the public parking lot again until the afternoon and then we finally drove to their parking lot in the late afternoon and had to pay for the whole day too) 2.Wellness area Long waiting time Unfortunately, the loungers and chairs in the wellness area are constantly occupied, not by guests but by bathrobes and towels! I think there should be signs or more presence of employees who make sure that the loungers are not reserved for hours! 3.Gastronomy Long waiting time at HP (50min) (Between starter and main course)

Wonderful hotel, excellent spa center 👍 I really liked the saunas, especially the bio sauna. The staff is attentive, the breakfast is great - large selection of cheeses, sausages, drinks, there are omelettes and much more. I will definitely come back here 💯

We were there several times and each time we were warmly welcomed, the service staff was extremely friendly and helpful. We had a newly renovated room facing the street. This didn't bother us in any way as it had two windows one behind the other so the street noise could hardly be heard. The bed was a king size with a super good mattress and a comfortable lying height, ideal for those with back injuries. The food was, as always, very good. We look forward to the next time we come back. We feel comfortable here and the environment offers a lot of variety. Clear recommendation from us.

We had a really nice time at this hotel! The spa area was super relaxing, just what we needed after a long day. The breakfast was amazing – a huge selection and really delicious. We especially liked that we were allowed to pack rolls to take with us when we hiked up the Brocken. We also loved the room cleaning service: You can decide for yourself whether you need it, and if not, you get a bottle of water every day as a little thank you. A really cool idea! The staff was really friendly, and we immediately felt at home. We also enjoyed the restaurant – the pizza was great, my pasta was unfortunately a bit too soft, but overall everything was delicious. The little robot that drives around provided a bit of entertainment. As for the renovation: You can tell that the hotel is from the 70s, especially in the hallways, the elevator, and the bathrooms. But the rooms are modern and really nicely done. Of course, everything could be completely redone, but then the prices would certainly be significantly higher. We think this is a really good compromise!

Very quiet and relaxed place. Many opportunities for hikes, SPA and experiences!

My wife and I were guests from Monday to Wednesday! So from March 19th to March 21st, 2025, and we were very impressed. We can definitely recommend it. There is one criticism, however: the menu could be a bit larger, or there could be more choice. Otherwise, everything was top-notch, 5 stars from us. And the food was delicious. 😎👍🏻We had the suite, a very nice room with its own sauna and large balcony. It was also very nicely furnished. Everything was a mix of old and new. Excellent value for money.

Our stay was a complete success from start to finish. Booking was easy and confirmed in no time. Online check-in also went smoothly, so after a very friendly welcome, we were able to begin our relaxing experience right away. We didn't have to worry about a thing and were excellently looked after. We also enjoyed the long sauna night, which we made full use of. We would gladly return – it was fantastic!

A great hotel with a great wellness area and nice service. Very good value for money

Don't be fooled by the exterior. The interior is very stylishly decorated. As locals, we often visit the bar. The bar manager and her staff are all very friendly and competent. The cocktails are either hand-mixed or come from a modern cocktail machine. All are delicious and perfectly reasonable prices.

From the outside, this hotel doesn't look very inviting, but the interior is nicely done. Of course, the old building is evident in many places. The staircase, in particular, has been left in its original state... unfortunately, the bathroom was only partially renovated. They were probably trying to cut costs here... the windows are also very dated, and you can hear the street very clearly. I really liked the wellness area, swimming pool, and especially the women's spa. However, it must be said that when the hotel is busy, the wellness area is unfortunately much too small. Otherwise, it was very nicely done. A major drawback was the restaurant! The breakfast buffet was really delicious, extensive, and high-quality. But dinner was just a slightly better pizzeria... there were only pizza, salads, pasta, etc. That's not what you expect from a 4-star hotel! A small note about check-in: I found it very customer-unfriendly that guests have to type everything in to check in, even though there was a lady at the reception! All in all, it's certainly a nice hotel, but there's room for improvement! Especially regarding the dinner! A quick parking tip: instead of using the expensive public parking (€1/hour) or the hotel parking spaces (€8/day), it's better to find a free parking space in town. You'll have to walk a few meters, but it'll save you a lot of money.

The hotel is right on the main street, you can't miss it. Unfortunately there are only 8 free parking spaces in front of the hotel, otherwise there is a charge next to the hotel. We were warmly welcomed. The hotel is a bit old. It is visible in the stairwell and in the hallways. We had a room in house 3 that was a bit small. The bathroom could have been a little bigger. After the first night, our window was completely wet from the inside, so that the condensation was already running onto the window sill. Personally, I found the sauna area to be too small for the large number of hotel guests. We made the best of it and still had a nice weekend.

The hotel is on a very busy main road and is noisy when the windows are open. But with the window closed it's ok. The Bathroom is a bit old but that didn't bother us. IThe breakfast buffet is just great and the wellness area is also very good. Very accommodating staff and always friendly. We felt very comfortable there and would love to come back.

Dear Seela team. .thank you very much for the great weekend and my birthday today...you did a great job and we felt very comfortable...we'll definitely be back in the fall...thank you

Absolute recommendation! I was pleasantly surprised by the pleasantly warm atmosphere. All the employees were very friendly - Annika served us courteously and to our complete satisfaction. Great breakfast buffet. Gladly again

We liked the spa area. Pool, several saunas and plenty of relaxation areas. We didn't make use of the wellness offers. We had the room on the 4th floor in house 3. Neat and clean, but very small and unfortunately facing the busy main road, which also explained the free earplugs in the room. When booking, be sure to ask for a room facing the forest. Parking space can be booked right next door for a whopping €8, or underground parking is even more expensive (free parking not possible), bus stop right at the entrance. The service and the food were good. Half board very varied with starter soup, dessert and two main courses to choose from or alternatively a la card - the service staff is very flexible. The spa park, brine thermal baths and mountain railway are within walking distance.

Hello everyone, Our short weekend getaway was once again a blast. We were just here last year and celebrated our stag or hen party with you, because you have everything you need for a great weekend. The rooms are very modern and clean, the spa area is super cozy and equipped with everything you need, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Special praise goes to our bartender Alessandro. He knows exactly what our guests need, ensures your glass is never empty, and you always have something to laugh about. Best wishes

The price-performance ratio is good and the breakfast is wonderful. I can only recommend it.

Rooms from the 70s, you might like them. Breakfast was top-notch!!! Staff friendly... Massage was weak (it was a stroke, not a massage)

Rooms clean, but showing their age

All in all we had a nice weekend, all the staff were very friendly. However, a few small things were noticed, as listed below. Regarding the spa area, especially the pool area: Far too cool and noisy, unfortunately there is no relaxing atmosphere here. Especially when it is well attended. We then moved to the library next door - it was nice and quiet and warm here.

Top hotel super spa offer friendly staff here the price performance fits

Excellent place to switch off from the stress of everyday life. Thank you for the lovely time with you! Like last year, the staff is very committed and the atmosphere is cozy. Gladly, gladly again! :)

Unfortunately, the hotel makes a rather shabby impression from the outside with the 1970s slab extensions. From the inside, however, most of the furnishings appeared quite stylish and relaxed, with a few exceptions to the stairwells, which retained the prefabricated charm. In general, some corridors, especially to the forest sauna, were partially poorly lit. Unfortunately, on Friday (long sauna night), the spa area could not cope with the number of guests who wanted to take a sauna and it was difficult to get to the Finnish sauna for the infusions. There weren't enough places to rest either, so we ended up wandering around rather than being able to relax straight away. For my taste, there could have been 1-2 saunas between 70-90°, as there were otherwise only two 60° and one 45° sauna in addition to the 90° Finnish one. During the day the sauna area was very empty, so we ended up alone in the saunas for a short time. From a hygienic point of view, everything looked quite good, even if you had to make do with plastic cups for the free drinks. The saunas were also poorly insulated, so you could clearly hear the noise from the pool area as well as the showers and conversations. Our room was very modern and well equipped with a TV, hairdryer, some free coffee, water and a rain shower as well as a balcony. It seemed very clean and we slept very well in the bed. The only drawback here is that the balcony door couldn't be closed from the outside, which is why my girlfriend had to lock me out to smoke. In the morning there was a varied breakfast buffet. However, we would have hoped for a little more selection of cold cuts in the vegan corner than just a vegan mortadella. That should actually be there in 2025. In the evening we had a reservation in the in-house (Italian) restaurant and were served very friendly. The food and drinks, however, were very unsatisfactory. As a trained chef, I suspect there is a lot of confectionery here, as types of pasta were not interchangeable. It was also a shame that there was no olive oil, vinegar or any bread at the table. The dishes overall were edible, but certainly not a highlight and I completely missed the spiciness of my penne al' arrabiata. In the back of the restaurant there is also an old "pub sports facility" with a few tables, an unoccupied counter, two table football tables, some of which had their handles loose, a pool table that was a bit crooked and was very outdated and 4 bowling alleys, only one of which worked. You had to get drinks from the modern bar, where you were served very well. Here the cocktails simply came from a machine instead of being mixed and were still quite expensive at around €9, but tasted okay. A DJ also played on Saturday evening. The music selection was very standard with quite poor transitions on cheap speakers, especially since you could also hear the music in some rooms, which is quite irritating in a SPA HOTEL. Overall we had a nice stay, despite the many shortcomings, but given the price I would still advise against booking.

At first glance, I thought wow. But on second glance, very loving hotel. Modern meets retro. Super friendly. Kind regards also to the manager of the hotel bar, I think her name was Ingrid? Highly recommended

Beautiful hotel, beautiful place, best vacation, everything was clean and the food was delicious

good place good service everything clean you can have a lot of fun there احلا مكان

The breakfast buffet is extensive. Rooms and hotel overall are clean. The staff is courteous and friendly. A highlight is the disco evening on Saturday. Music for every taste is played here from 9 p.m. to midnight. Unfortunately, the sauna area, pool and relaxation room are not directly next to each other. I didn't understand why in a spa hotel the bathrobe had to be exchanged at the reception with a card left in the room. So: check in, go to the room, get the card, go back to the room, change and then go to the spa? Unfortunately, the rooms are NOT up to current hotel standards, which is what you might expect given the overnight prices.

Totally ok, makes lots of coffees and schnitzel in all versions in the evening :-)

Frightening from the outside, but a lot of flair in the style of the 70s/80s from the inside. Breakfast fantastic, dinner very tasty...

We were only there one night. The room was very clean and nicely decorated. There was a Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime. The staff was friendly. One star deducted because there is no elevator and the food in the restaurant was unfortunately not worth the price.

The hotel is a bit old. Renovation would be good. Otherwise the staff was very polite and helpful at any time. The food is top. Breakfast to dinner in the restaurant. There's nothing to complain about there.

We were completely satisfied with the hotel. We enjoyed the great spa area and especially the midnight sauna. The only criticism we have: the rolls at breakfast weren't that good and the old room doors didn't fit in with the otherwise modern hotel. The old doors had normal door handles on both sides, so you could easily open them from the outside if the room wasn't locked from the inside. In addition, it was very noisy due to the old doors and you could hear every word in the hallway clearly in the room in the morning. That was a bit disturbing. I would invest in new, thicker, soundproof doors with key cards. Nevertheless, we would like to come back :-)

The hotel: There is a lot on offer. We were able to play darts, billiards, bowling and enjoy a delicious beer. The fitness area is equipped with a variety of equipment, and there are also exercise balls and dumbbells. We were in house 1, so we had to walk half naked through the restaurant to get to the spa area. The room: We had the apartment. The size is good, we even had a window facing the forest. However, I was missing a kettle and a bathtub in the room 😢 the couch wasn't that comfortable either. In terms of noise, I found the room to be quiet, even at night when we had the window facing the street. I slept really well 👍 The location: If you want to go hiking, the location is ideal, right next to the forest you can quickly get into the forest. The city center is very easy to reach on foot, but there is only a limited amount to discover there. The food: The in-house restaurant “Juliushall” is excellent. Daily specials change daily, with an Italian-oriented regular menu offering pizza (the dough is excellent), pasta and a handful of selected dishes. The desserts are equally Italian and excellent. I want the restaurant home! The service: The service staff are always super friendly and help with every request, no matter how serious. Big praise!

I spent 3 nights/days in the hotel because of a seminar. Booking: I booked online in advance, everything went smoothly, the process and the information via email worked perfectly. Check in: Very friendly reception on site, everything went smoothly, the first impression when you come in is very stylish and harmonious Room: House 4 The first impression in the room was along the lines of "OK, clean but old (70s/80s) it didn't match the first impression of the rest of the hotel, but that wasn't a bad thing. For me it was important that everything was functional and clean. Breakfast buffet: Very good and rich breakfast buffet, everyone should find something here, vegetarian cold cuts were also thought of, which is rare. Two thumbs up Restaurant: Lunch was included in the seminar, the dishes on offer were well selected, I really enjoyed the food and it was attractively prepared Bear: Very friendly service and good selection of drinks Parking (Paying) You can reserve a parking space or a space in the parking garage. I recommend using one of the two, the public parking lot next door is more expensive than if you booked through the hotel Gym: Very great gym in new condition, it's completely sufficient for a workout. I missed a second treadmill and a water dispenser. Sauna: Great sauna area, I mainly used the Finnish sauna, so I can't say anything about the others. Swimming pool: I didn't miss anything here either. Dogs: Allowed Conclusion: I would definitely come back, even privately or together with my wife + dogs

Attention: If you want a nice room here, you definitely don't have to book a standard room! They are still clean in the style of 1960-1970, but old. Our window is almost out, seems to have only been filled with construction foam. Carpet and a smell that is familiar from nursing homes and hospitals. The pool is filled 10cm below normal level, which makes swimming difficult as waves constantly hit you in the face. You don't hear any pump filtering the water here either. But this is just a guess. The sauna area is far too small for the size of the facility and there is pure chaos with special offers such as trial infusions. Unfortunately, this has little to do with relaxation. We were lucky that the spa area was in our hotel wing. Others have to walk through the restaurant in a bathrobe to reach the spa area. What should definitely be highlighted is the service in the restaurant and the large selection at the breakfast buffet! The location above Bad Harzburg is okay for the younger generation as you have to walk a bit to get into the city. We probably won't come back and will only recommend the hotel based on the rooms.

We stayed at the hotel from Friday to Sunday due to our wedding anniversary. When you entered the hotel you immediately noticed the great atmosphere and modern facilities. The employees at the reception greeted you nicely. The room is a normal size but has modern furnishings with comfortable beds. The windows have double glazing. This is really fantastic because you can hear absolutely nothing from the street. And we had our room on the street side. The fantastic sauna area deserves special mention. Here you can relax. The facility is to be highlighted here again. The sauna night with half-hour infusions is also fantastic and included in the price. The pool is also nice and customs lit. We were completely satisfied and thank you very much. This was definitely not our last stay in this great hotel with heart ❤️

Top hotel for a winter weekend with children. We hiked to the whey house and probably chose the hardest route. We had a few questions about the surrounding area and the paths that are directly at the hotel... We would have liked more local information from the staff. A nice wellness area and great rooms. Evening menu in the restaurant (unfortunately only) with standard dishes. The waitress was on her toes, tried very hard and remedied and remedied our complaints. Our lost diving goggles were found and sent by mail. Thank you very much for that!

Great hotel, great breakfast, great wellness area. We would love to come back.

My wife and I stayed here in January while visiting our daughter. The hotel had been renovated which was still a work in progress and there was a barrier in front of the hotel that made it difficult to find the entrance. The check in was long and ridiculous with a tablet that you have to do yourself with the staff just standing there and watching you. I guess no one wants to talk with people anymore. The room was quite small and so was the bathroom but it was clean at least. The spa area was okay and the pool was nice but the water was fairly cold and not heated. The problem we had the most with our stay was that the hotel is pet friendly and there were dogs literally everywhere. In the restaurant, in the lobby and again in the restaurant for breakfast, there were dogs! My wife has a dog allergy and we tried going to breakfast sitting far away from the dogs as we could. Then a couple sat down directly behind us with there dog. We notified the staff that my wife was allergic and they totally dismissed our concerns and said they were a pet friendly hotel and that there were designated areas for the dogs in the restaurant. Which is completely absurd because the dogs were sitting everywhere in the restaurant. With Germany and there hygiene standards, I find it completely appalling that they allow dogs to sit in the restaurant and even more that the dog owners rights have priority over a human life! We will never be back to this dog hotel spa again.

A building that is clearly showing its age but has been rebuilt with great attention to detail and effort. Small, unimportant things that you would expect in a house like this are missing, but are overshadowed by the great overall picture. Spa and wellness area very good. Service in the house is outstanding. There was simply nothing missing. Thank you and come back soon

A very nice hotel. Very friendly staff. A huge breakfast and dinner was really delicious. The swimming pool is really nice, some music would be nicer. Just right for a short vacation. Mulled wine in the outdoor area was super delicious. Always happy.

We stayed at the hotel with our dog over Christmas. Rooms were great and everything was clean. There was soap and cream from a well-known company everywhere. The restaurant and the menu suggestions over the holidays were great and varied. The staff were super friendly and friendly. Everything was harmoniously decorated and there was punch and mulled wine outside. The bar is also highly recommended. The only stupid thing is that if you want to get to the bar, reception etc. you either have to walk through the restaurant or outside. That was a bit annoying. Especially if there was already something going on in the restaurant and you wanted to go to the sauna. (were in house 1)

Very friendly welcome and very hospitable during your stay The breakfast is very varied and quite large. Was very enthusiastic and always happy ☺️ There are even Rituals products in the rooms Quite inconspicuous from the outside but simply mega and very clean from the inside.

The rooms in the old part are a bit old, but the service, the staff, the breakfast and the spa area are very good.

From the outside, wow. Great from the inside! Great social media aspects. But in reality, unfortunately, very depraved and old.. 160€/night for such a great room..

The hotel is in a great location, you can reach many things on foot. It's older, yes, but I think it's beautifully decorated. There are small seats everywhere, the sauna area is completely sufficient for a relaxing evening. There are plenty of relaxation rooms if the sauna area is full. The restaurant is very chic, the staff is very friendly and the food is very tasty. The rooms are actually rather small and outdated, but at least this is where we stayed and the furniture is new and it's very comfortable. We'd love to come back.

Our stay at the hotel was wonderful. We were accommodated in house 2 and had a nice, quiet room with a modern bathroom. The rituals products make it even more beautiful. The only reason we deducted a star is because of the hard bed, which gave us a bit of trouble. The breakfast is wonderfully varied and very tasty. We also enjoyed dinner in the hotel's own restaurant. The staff from the reception to the waiters in the restaurant, everyone was courteous and friendly. we always felt comfortable. we will definitely come back :-)

Went to the restaurant to eat, a complete disaster. The friendly service doesn't help either, especially since it's supported by an operating robot. The concept, pizza and plated dishes are not convincing at all, my food was cold and of low quality, and for pork fillet (tastes old, and there were only 4 very small pieces) with plör sauce and 4 small pieces of burnt pineapple on cold polenta with cold brocolli, which was already yellowish for 25 euros, totally wrong. Were there 6 years ago, the kitchen was excellent, and now it's sad. And the fact that spa guests walk through the restaurant in a bathrobe doesn't make things any better.

During our stay at this Hotel & Spa, we received a spacious apartment that clearly exceeded our expectations: Instead of a simple room, we had a 4-room apartment consisting of a living room, bedroom, separate toilet and bathroom. As non-smokers, it was pleasant for us that the apartment itself was smoke-free - however, for smokers, the very large balcony offers their own opportunity to smoke, with a beautiful view of the adjacent forest. When we arrived everything was extremely clean and well maintained. There were modern 40" smart TVs in both the living room and the bedroom, and free bottled water was also available. The WiFi was included and worked perfectly. We found the hotel staff to be very polite and courteous throughout our stay. Particularly noteworthy are the restaurant with a very good breakfast selection and the hotel's own underground car park, which makes parking convenient. The wellness area offers different saunas between 45° and 90° Celsius. These are well maintained and there are enough showers available for guests. However, the saunas are quite small - a sauna is often full with just four people. Another negative thing we noticed was that there were no staff in the sauna and swimming pool area during our stay. The massage offers, on the other hand, are an absolute highlight. The massage rooms are pleasantly designed and the treatments are professional and of high quality. This experience alone justifies an additional star in the overall rating. A few points of criticism reduce the overall impression: Unfortunately, our apartment was not cleaned during our stay of several days. In addition, there were waiting times for breakfast from around 9 a.m. because there were not enough tables for all guests. If you haven't booked dinner as a package, you should be prepared for quite high prices (e.g. pizza salami or spaghetti Bolognese for around €16.50). Overall, this hotel & spa offers beautiful, comfortable accommodation, friendly staff and a successful wellness and massage offering. However, small things in terms of service, space in the sauna area and pricing could still be improved.

Always great, I'd love to come back!

The reception, the restaurant and the sauna are great, but the rooms are something from 1970!

Fabulous place! Cozy town; lots to see! It's worth visiting!

We were welcomed very nicely. Rooms were okay "not too small because you're only going to sleep in them anyway😉" Spa was clean. Drinks were available. Yes, it's clear, but not all holidaymakers are there at the same time anyway. Food was super delicious. (To other reviews, anyone who complains that you have to walk through the restaurant in a bathrobe still has the option A = another room or B = don't complain and go outside😃) The hotel is a bit older and from a structural point of view it's not possible to do anything other than the way it is. We were very satisfied and will definitely come back. Thanks to the team👍👍👍👍

Unfortunately overall disappointing and not worth the money. First the positive points: The entrée was great, beautiful Christmas decorations and friendly staff. The breakfast selection was rich and tasty, friendly staff were present everywhere and helpful. Negative: Even before my arrival, I received 1-2 emails every day for a week asking me to please check in online. I found that very annoying. The room was very small and in the unrenovated part of the house, the bathroom was ancient but clean. A nice flyer enticed us with the offers in the spa area, but you first had to pick up the bathrobe at reception. The rooms were very noisy, but you couldn't hear the street noise through the double windows. The bed was really bad! You could feel the springs and it gave the impression of an old sofa bed. You enter the spa area through the swimming pool, which was ok. Behind the swimming pool there is a relaxation room where friends chatted. There were old dishes lying around and the blankets were lying all over the place on the loungers. Back through the swimming pool you reach the sauna area with very, very small saunas. There were rules of conduct everywhere, but the guests didn't follow them and chatted loudly in the saunas. The hotel can't do anything about that, but there was no staff in sight who could have pointed out to the guests that they should behave more considerately. The plastic cups for the tea had sharp edges, who would want to drink from them?! Back in the relaxation room there was still no staff there to clean up. The forest sauna was cute, but there were mountains of old leaves on the barren forest terrace. That didn't seem very inviting. When checking out, overcrowding at reception. There was no online option for this😃 All in all, I wouldn't go on vacation there again because the price-performance ratio isn't right at all.

Great cocktail bar with very cozy furnishings, delicious cocktails in a large size Selection at very fair prices. Mr. Ivanov as a bartender does his job in an excellent, professional manner. Big praise.

Being served in the restaurant by Mr. Arndt is mega class, he makes the impossible possible!! Spa area is nice, the room is getting old and a bit expensive, it was very cold in the hotel 🏨 the food was so good, we probably wouldn't go on a short vacation here

A clean, quiet hotel. Single room was sufficient. Breakfast large selection. Good spa offer.

Rooms are very noisy, every word can be heard from both the hallway and the adjoining rooms. It also smells modern. The bathroom is small, outdated and very dark. In general the rooms are getting old. The breakfast, however, is okay. With 4 stars we expected a more modern hotel.

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.

I can only recommend the hotel.

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!

Totally thrilled so far, first day

Just one night from Sat to Sun with wife, husband and 11 year old. We arrive there at 1 p.m. and park the car in front of the hotel. Go in and ask if we need a room for 1 night... no problem. With a balcony, bedroom and another large living room... wonderful. 165 euros without breakfast.

No WiFi in the room. Shower tray has rust stains. Very old-fashioned and shabby for a 4* hotel. Very exaggerated with 4*. It's more of a 2 to 3* hotel.

Just wow! I travel around a lot and have rarely seen a hotel with this value for money! Always my pleasure!;)

Super nice and helpful staff, great breakfast in a nice atmosphere. I'd love to come back.

We had a short but nice stay here

We booked our stay for 4 nights. Hotel Harz & Spa Seela was a wonderful choice, there were great offers all around, a lot to discover, we couldn't take advantage of everything. We really liked the private forest access so we could go hiking in the Harzburg National Park. We decided on breakfast, which we didn't regret - very balanced, lots of choice, nourishing ;-) Spa area was tippy toppy. All-round modern hotel, with friendly, helpful and competent staff. We felt wonderfully looked after. We would be happy to come back after this inspiring stay. Thank you for everything !!

We had a very relaxing stay at the Hotel Harz Hotels & Spa Sela. Particularly noteworthy is the spa and wellness area, which is really cozy and not too overcrowded - perfect for a break. The rooms facing the street are a little noisier, but not a problem at all when the windows are closed. The service was super friendly, and although we didn't try everything, I can definitely recommend the hotel. The connection to Goslar and the surrounding hiking trails is also very good.

When you drive towards the hotel, you have the thought that the hotel is closed - it looks very run down from the side, there is a strange, foul-smelling breeze blowing towards you at the entrance - probably from the "dog park" right next to the entrance with a carpet which has obviously been there for years and is often “used”. The ambience is... thrown together... as if it was set up by students who had no money or no understanding of colors or color theory. The service staff was quite nice but visibly overwhelmed with the tasks. We called them in advance and asked whether it would be possible for us to travel as a family with a child who was just a few months old, i.e. we would need a room where a travel cot would fit where we can fit in with the stroller... the lady on the phone assured us of a large room without steps... Yes, we asked again on site, whereupon the young lady in front of us was visibly overwhelmed and explained to us that we would get a room on the 3rd floor without a lift... that was about “no steps” 🤦🏼‍♀️ We had no choice but to ask for another room with a lift, one was available straight away (apparently it doesn't seem to be booked in high season - who is surprised) ... supposedly you can easily reach the room via lift... so far so good - What she only told us after we booked was that there are still relatively steep stairs to the lift... If you're a professional, staff should let you know in advance - that's probably not common practice here. The “elevator” was probably a chimney at one time because a maximum of one person with a stroller can fit in there… without luggage… The room...was a complete disaster - with a child? Hardly feasible - we had to rearrange the room ourselves to be able to at least put the travel cot in some way... we had to fold up the stroller because it had absolutely no space. The room was incredibly dark and even the ceiling light attached to the wall provided no light. The bathroom apparently hadn't been renovated since the 1950s... the balcony... had more of a hospital feel - dreary, partly broken. It has to be said that fortunately our child couldn't fall asleep and we left the same day. Would we recommend the hotel? Under no circumstances!!!! This is not a hotel, it is a condition and an imposition for anyone looking for relaxation. Family friendly? - unavailable.

What a charming hotel, we will definitely book a stay again.

We were only in the sauna or spa. Everything is newly renovated, great atmosphere with lots of nice little things, sauna is great

The hotel is great. The hotel room with balcony was perfect. The breakfast was top class, as was the staff, they were all really competent and friendly. The hotel is very dog-friendly. The wellness area is really great. Great relaxation area. The hotel is right on the main street. It could be noisy. But not a big issue. We will definitely come back. Thank you for everything

I can recommend the hotel for a wellness holiday. The room is sufficient, the bathroom is outdated, but ok. Service and reception very friendly. The massage we booked was great👍🏻. The breakfast is great. Negative: WiFi on the 3rd floor didn't work at all. Rooms facing the main street are very noisy, but you can deal with it. All in all we really liked it.

The short vacation with the dog was great, gladly again!!!!!

A great hotel with a great breakfast. Very nice rooms and a really nice team. Thanks for the new duvet... We'll be happy to come back.

Many previous reviews reflect this hotel well, some may be exaggerated. Room: we had the cheapest category, you can tell. The room faced the street and was ok with the windows closed, but it was very warm and air conditioning could help. Beds were soft and worn out. The bathroom had 70s charm and was in desperate need of renovation. The rooms were clean every day, nothing to complain about. Staircase: yes, 70s charm too, but to be honest, you don't spend any time there except for the steps... Elevator: yes, an older model, but ok, does its job and what more could you want? Sauna / swimming pool: we found it very nice and used it regularly. Service: always friendly and very good. When there were no more bathrobes on the first evening, we got 2 additional bath towels. We didn't notice anything about being overwhelmed, on the contrary. It's probably not enough staff, we had to wait a long time at the bar or outside. The remaining areas of the hotel are modern and chic. (Not so much from the outside.) Wellness: not used Breakfast: delicious and large selection. Whether €20 per person is justified remains to be seen. Everyone has to know for themselves. Dinner: we made it once and it was very good, we can recommend it. Location: generally good, about 10 minutes walk to the pedestrian zone, bus stops right in front of the door. With the spa card you can easily travel from the hotel to the Torfhaus by bus. Conclusion: All in all we had a nice stay. If the above mentioned Points what do you like again. So the price/performance was ok, but no more (but also no less).

I was here for a day stay. We used the spa area with various saunas and swimming. We also booked beauty treatments in advance. Bad Harzburg is located in the Harz Mountains and is surrounded by nature. The ambience of the hotel and spa area is very modern and inviting. Stylish and suitable for the location of the hotel. There is a wide range of different saunas and several options for finding peace afterwards. Water topped with fresh fruit and tea are available free of charge.  The beauty treatments (massages, foot bath, care bath) were professional and relaxing for me. The employees were all very friendly and accommodating. A cappuchino and the pinsa as a snack in between tasted perfect. There are sufficient parking spaces available.

Some of the employees are very hard-working, but most of them are still in training and don't yet know the hotel very well. Incredibly winding hotel, not suitable for wheelchair users. Rooms partly renovated, bathrooms were probably forgotten. Located on the main street, earplugs are in the room and are also needed. Moved out after one night, it's a mystery to me who wants to stay here.

Staff is very friendly and nice. Hotel is very nice and clean and is well equipped. Wellness is also good.

Nicely furnished hotel, has its charm, especially in the corridors and places to stay. Our towels were washed before arrival, but were stained, shampoo was 1/4 full as in every hotel. The screws on the chairs in the room could be tightened, next time I'll take a screwdriver with me, very wobbly. Room facing the street was very loud despite double windows. Good starting point for driving to the national park.

Then we were there again. I think for the 15th time now. The room this time wasn't that nice but ok for one night. (were in transit) The service is simply outstanding. The employees are always friendly and try to do justice to everything. The breakfast buffet is and always will be a highlight. I can't understand some of the negative criticism here at all. There is something for everyone and only a few hotels offer such a selection and such great staff. Everything is just right and everything is super fresh and delicious. What many people don't seem to know is that you can have breakfast several times between 7 a.m. and 11 a.m., then go jogging when you get up and maybe have breakfast again. You can eat and get coffee as often and as much as you want. There are also additional jugs at reception. So the price is more than justified. We'll be back because we love this flair mix of old and new together. See you soon, best wishes from the Prellwitz family

First impression very disappointing. Starts on the path. The holes would have to be repaired in order to be able to properly push a suitcase with wheels. The hotel exterior walls are not fancy. There are wheelchairs with dirty laundry in front of the entrance. Toilet downstairs outdated and while washing my hands I got the door from behind from another user. The reception looks very good and we were greeted in a friendly manner, which we liked. Staircase and elevator very outdated, Tiles are partly loose. Once you get out of the elevator, the impression of in front of the hotel continues. Dirty laundry, vacuum cleaner, etc. Now to the room: bathroom outdated, Shower very small, I could hardly move. Beds very soft. Unfortunately, a pleasant night was not possible. Balcony was ok, unfortunately the view wasn't as it wasn't well maintained. Unfortunately, we couldn't enjoy the fresh air in the room because the neighbors seemed to be smoking every 10 minutes. Otherwise it was clean. I thought it was very good that you had the option of getting a bottle of water every day if you didn't clean your room for the day. Breakfast was ok. However, I was missing a little more lighting for the cheese and sausage. It was also a shame that only rarely did anyone clear the dishes. Otherwise ok. We wanted to book a massage. Since the lady is there alone and was undergoing treatment, we had to wait 45 minutes for her to book an appointment. You don't like to do that on vacation. We wouldn't check in here again, but the surroundings are beautiful and there's a lot to experience.

The arrival was “special”. The external appearance of the hotel was reminiscent of the prefabricated building of the 70s and unfortunately the impression continued. I am disabled and getting to the entrance was a bit of a challenge. There were three steps to the elevator and the recommendation to “park” the walker at reception since I can walk stairs with help. The room proved the reason: small, stuck in time, the bathroom was also from the past. The balcony was small, the paint was peeling, not inviting. The reception was staffed by mostly friendly people and was friendly, but sometimes overwhelmed, for example when asked about vegan yoghurt. Compliment: it worked For breakfast: good selection, large selection. Suggestion for improvement: - little hints, what is what. - Bread preferably with a simple cutting machine - please point out the possibility of getting fried eggs and omelettes from the kitchen, I only noticed that. My rating (including the price paid) refers to the four stars!

There was no need to rest in it. But judging by how many people are in it. I think everything is great there!

The entire hotel has a very nice atmosphere, great design, the lobby is very comfortable and inviting. They offer several different saunas including infrared, there's an amazing comfortable spa lounge area, a well equipped gym, a very nice pool, resting rooms, a library room, and open space areas/terraces. They also offer massages and beauty treatments (I haven't tried anything though). The location is great because it's near the forest and at the same time just a couple of minutes on foot from some main attractions, and from the main pedestrian area with lots of little cafés and restaurants. Every day there's an info board in the lobby about what they recommend to see that day, hiking paths suggestions, what's on the menu that day, and so on. They offer a very nice breakfast buffet and I particularly liked that there was coffee and tea additionally served next to the reception during breakfast time (convenient if one eats a bit later but wants to have just something warm to drink an hour or two before breakfast; or even to take away). There was also always a bowl of apples to take for free 😊 The dinner was a 3 meal choice or a pizza, and one of those 3 options was always vegetarian 🙌 The staff was super helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this place and I'll certainly be back :)

We have been there twice now and unfortunately we were disappointed this time. We had an upgraded room, which of course made us very happy. We had a room facing the forest and even with a balcony. Nevertheless, the street could still be heard even with the windows closed. Unfortunately, next to our room there was also a smoking balcony for all guests. There was always loud chatter and doors slamming until half past one in the morning. It was also reported to reception, but nothing happened. It was advertised as having WiFi in the room, unfortunately that wasn't the case with us, and nothing changed even after repeated inquiries. The breakfast was okay, unfortunately the same thing was offered every day and there was no variety. Unfortunately, dinner was not a buffet, but you had to choose from three dishes. Unfortunately, this selection was usually more than disappointing. The salad buffet was always the same for 5 days... The service was always helpful, but on the last evening it was completely overwhelmed. With children you spent almost 2 hours in the restaurant waiting for food. All in all, we were more than disappointed this time... A pity

Great wellness area, long sauna night on Friday. Walking distance to the cable car, ice cream parlor... Saturday was a disco with a DJ, great atmosphere. Delicious cocktails, nice bartender. Staff was very nice and helpful. Several resting places, around the swimming pool and sauna. Great breakfast and an iced coffee on the terrace in the afternoon. Room facing the forest was really nice, but unfortunately it's right on the street. But weekend traffic was okay.

The spa area is worth highlighting. Very modern and a very relaxed atmosphere. At the bar we recommend the blue colleague (Lillet Blue Lagoon Spritz) 🤩 The service staff was great. Thank you for the pleasant stay. 🙏🏻