We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the hear of the Thuringian Forest! We stayed on a half board basis for 4 nights and it was good value ***It is essential that a member of your travelling party speaks German if you stay in this hotel, as even the receptionist had very little English*** This was not a problem for us; in fact, it was very refreshing! Negative points: the room is very basic, with a small shower, a double bed (but typically German with two single mattresses),an old TV set, and no air conditioning. HOWEVER, the positives far outweigh the negatives! The attaching sports centre has a small swimming pool, excellent tennis & squash facilities, and ten pin bowling. The food was AMAZING: a variety of traditional German dishes every night available every night, in addition to a salad bar and sweet bar. A variety of fresh bread was always available and drink service was prompt. Clearly this was a hotel for families as there were many familiies staying with children under 10. Every morning a leaflet was available on each breakfast table which contained weather info, suggested excursions and activities being delivered at the hotel. The hotel was a great base to explore the famous Rennsteig and the wider area by car such as Coburg, Masserberg and the fantastic Spa at Bad Stafflestein. We would most definitely stay again because of the value for money and location. Shame the beds weren't more comfy!