Name: Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Address: 3 Wallace Street, Franz Josef, West Coast, NZ
Price range: 224 $–654 $ per night
Rating: 8.8

Was Gäste sagen

Im Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef loben Reisende die ruhige Lage inmitten des Regenwaldes, die gute Erreichbarkeit zu Fuß, den freundlichen Service und die komfortablen Zimmer mit Aussicht. Viele Gäste genießen das inkludierte Fünf-Gänge-Menü und das Frühstück.

Allerdings beschreiben mehrere Bewertungen hohe Preise und bemängeln, dass das Erlebnis nicht wirklich dem Niveau eines Fünf-Sterne-Hotels entspricht. Das Feedback zum Essen ist insgesamt positiv, aber gemischt: Die Qualität des Frühstücks kann variieren, die Menüs können bei längeren Aufenthalten wiederholt werden und einige Gerichte oder Getränke waren nicht verfügbar oder übergart. Die Zimmer sind in der Regel ruhig und bieten einen üppigen Ausblick, obwohl einige kleine oder dunkle Räume, dünne Wände oder wenige Steckdosen am Bett bemängeln. Erwarten Sie einen friedlichen, naturverbundenen Aufenthalt mit warmherzigem Service und Verpflegung vor Ort.

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Ausstattung

Eine Selbstbedienungswäscherei und ein Day Spa sind vorhanden und Parkplätze sind verfügbar, allerdings manchmal eng. In den Bewertungen wird außerdem das Fehlen eines Fitnessstudios und die geschlossenen Pools erwähnt, und das Spa kann ausgebucht sein.

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8

Dawn

30. Dez. 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Definitely NOT a 5 star hotel! The receptions and bell staff were lovely and the glass of Kiwi juice offered very refreshing. Our room was fine, 2 queen beds however the walls are paper thin and we experienced a constant slamming of doors and children shouting well into the evening. In the bar the staff seemed nonplussed when we asked for Gin & Tonic (also cucumber in Tanqueray??) They presented the bill with every drink even though they had our room number. Nothing is offered with the drinks and when I asked for some nuts I was told they were $5. I said ok and yet they still didn't materialise until I asked again! The meal was nice 5 courses, 2 of which are prechosen (soup and sorbet) the other 3 courses can be chosen from a choice of 3 or 4 items. Again the food was delivered with a speed and disinterest that would not be acceptable in a 5 star hotel. Breakfast is a self service buffet. Overall its a nice hotel but 4 stars at best!

10

Connie

26. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Room is cosy with rain forest view, easy parking , staff were friendly.

10

Lara

3. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Staff were amazing, very friendly and welcoming. Kiwi juice and hot towels on arrival was so appreciated. Buffet breakfast was great. Chocolates and water to our room was a nice touch. There are washing machines and dryers for guests to use.

8

Julie

31. Dez. 2023

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Nice deluxe room and amenities. Friendly staff. Parking a bit tight.

10

Long

27. Dez. 2023

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

We had an excellent experience! Loved the facilities and the food at the restaurant was delicious!

10

Dee

4. Jan. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

Enjoyable and relaxing stay in this large but quiet resort. Staff very friendly and meals nice. Day spa had good services and not as pricey as some hotels. Easy walk to the township.

4

Rod

1. Jan. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

The dinners weren't great - for example rock hard cheese and some inedible dishes, the staff at the food hall's customer service was inconsistent. No gym, pool or fitness centre. Plus the spa was full booked with a massive waiting list. Bit odd as it was a 3 star place at best. Some nice people on main reception but there are some real challenges in this hotel.

10

Wahanui

14. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Short stay overnight but we were both very happy with the staff, our room and facilities

10

Linda

23. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Staff was sooo friendly and helpful. Rooms have a whole wall of floor to ceiling windows to enjoy incredible views. Wonderful breakfast buffet. Great being able to do our laundry in self serve laundry room. When the road was suddenly closed to Queenstown due to weather damage, we turned back around and stayed here again! Love it!

10

Catherine

23. März 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Great food, rooms were nice, and the location was very convenient. I wish the pools had been reopened.

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Sauberkeit

Die Zimmer und Badezimmer sind im Allgemeinen sehr sauber, wobei einige die tadellosen Standards hervorheben. Einige wenige erwähnen muffige Gerüche in bestimmten Zimmern im Erdgeschoss.

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6

Kirsa

23. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Freundliches Personal und angenehmes Ambiente. Leider roch unser erstes Zimmer im Erdgeschoss unangenehm feucht nach nassem Keller. Wir haben dann auf ein anderes Zimmer bestanden. Angeblich war das schwierig zu organisieren. Aber nach ca. 30 Min. bekamen wir ein wohlriechendes Zimmer im Obergeschoss. Danach wurde auch zugegeben, dass diverse Zimmer im Erdgeschoss modrig riechen. Das Hotel müsste grundsaniert werden. Das Essen war mittelmäßig.

10

kristen

30. Apr. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Spacious, clean, beautiful. Courteous staff. Excellent food (dinner was included). Convenient to hiking and other activities. Will definitely come back.

10

Shanene

14. Nov. 2023

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

The rainforest retreat was very special and beautifully presented. Staff were very welcoming and friendly. The hot towel and kiwi juice in arrival after a long drive was heavenly. The rooms look over the rainforest and feel secluded. Rooms are quiet, big and clean. Bathroom was spotless with great shower and separate bath. We were lucky enough to have the 5 course dinner and was not disappointed…highly recommend. The buffet brekkie was great too with lots of different options.

10

Michael

4. Okt. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Brilliant hotel. Comfortable. Clean. Wonderful feeling of calmness being surrounded by trees. Food, amazing!

8

John

9. Jan. 2023

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Aufenthalt für 19.362 Nächte

Very nice location and staff with a clean room and well thought through. The included dinner and breakfast felt a bit forced and not the expected quality. I would prefer a choice. We were pushed to a 6:00 pm seating for no apparent reason. High price considering the quality overall.

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Zimmer

Die Zimmer sind größtenteils geräumig und komfortabel mit Blick auf den Regenwald oder die Berge und bieten eine ruhige, private Atmosphäre. Einige fanden sie klein oder dunkel, bemängelten dünne Wände und wenige Steckdosen am Bett, und einige wenige erwähnten Probleme mit dem Schlafkomfort.

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Dawn

30. Dez. 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Definitely NOT a 5 star hotel! The receptions and bell staff were lovely and the glass of Kiwi juice offered very refreshing. Our room was fine, 2 queen beds however the walls are paper thin and we experienced a constant slamming of doors and children shouting well into the evening. In the bar the staff seemed nonplussed when we asked for Gin & Tonic (also cucumber in Tanqueray??) They presented the bill with every drink even though they had our room number. Nothing is offered with the drinks and when I asked for some nuts I was told they were $5. I said ok and yet they still didn't materialise until I asked again! The meal was nice 5 courses, 2 of which are prechosen (soup and sorbet) the other 3 courses can be chosen from a choice of 3 or 4 items. Again the food was delivered with a speed and disinterest that would not be acceptable in a 5 star hotel. Breakfast is a self service buffet. Overall its a nice hotel but 4 stars at best!

8

James

17. März 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

Really lovely location. The staff were fantastic. The room was smaller than expected but well appointed. The food on the dinner menu was delicious and the breakfast buffet was generous with good options. A great place to stay in an amazing part of NZ

10

Connie

26. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Room is cosy with rain forest view, easy parking , staff were friendly.

10

Jeffrey

15. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Superb in every way. Staff were exceptional, rooms so comfortable, dining excellent, and the site was very relaxing and close to everything

10

Jeffrey

19. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

This was one of the most breathtaking places we have ever stayed! The staff were all amazing and the room was beyond our expectations! Would stay again!

10

Linda

23. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Staff was sooo friendly and helpful. Rooms have a whole wall of floor to ceiling windows to enjoy incredible views. Wonderful breakfast buffet. Great being able to do our laundry in self serve laundry room. When the road was suddenly closed to Queenstown due to weather damage, we turned back around and stayed here again! Love it!

10

Khristine

5. Nov. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 4 Nächte

We loved our stay at Te Waonui. The staff were friendly and engaging immediately making us feel comfortable and welcome. The pre-fixed 5 course dinner was a fantastic deal and the quality of the food was excellent. The rooms are lovely and it is nice to have a pleasant view each morning when awaking. Highly recommend this hotel.

8

Nigel

21. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Small, functional room - very dark. Comfortable bed but lacked bedside power sockets for phone etc. Yes there are rainforest plants ( ferns etc) quite literally outside the window - solid wall of greenery so almost zero sunlight. The included dinner was reasonable enough. There was a choice of 5 main dishes and choice of desserts. Seems to cater mostly for upmarket tour groups, but with a bit more refinement than you would normal expect. Breakfast was also reasonable. Very efficient and welcoming staff.

10

Nir

4. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Beautiful hotel and great room

10

Fiona

20. Feb. 2026

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Rooms are spacious and private. The rainforest on your doorstep is incredible. Town is only a short walk. Most people stay only a night so high level of turn over but great food (dinner and breakfast included), friendly staff.

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Service

Der Service wird häufig als freundlich, einladend und aufmerksam gelobt, mit durchdachten Details wie Willkommensgetränken und Hilfe bei der Organisation. Einige Gäste berichteten von unbeständigem oder unpersönlichem Service in den Ess- oder Barbereichen sowie von Zeitdruck bei der Sitzplatzvergabe.

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Dawn

30. Dez. 2024

·

Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Definitely NOT a 5 star hotel! The receptions and bell staff were lovely and the glass of Kiwi juice offered very refreshing. Our room was fine, 2 queen beds however the walls are paper thin and we experienced a constant slamming of doors and children shouting well into the evening. In the bar the staff seemed nonplussed when we asked for Gin & Tonic (also cucumber in Tanqueray??) They presented the bill with every drink even though they had our room number. Nothing is offered with the drinks and when I asked for some nuts I was told they were $5. I said ok and yet they still didn't materialise until I asked again! The meal was nice 5 courses, 2 of which are prechosen (soup and sorbet) the other 3 courses can be chosen from a choice of 3 or 4 items. Again the food was delivered with a speed and disinterest that would not be acceptable in a 5 star hotel. Breakfast is a self service buffet. Overall its a nice hotel but 4 stars at best!

10

Lara

3. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Staff were amazing, very friendly and welcoming. Kiwi juice and hot towels on arrival was so appreciated. Buffet breakfast was great. Chocolates and water to our room was a nice touch. There are washing machines and dryers for guests to use.

10

Jeffrey

15. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Superb in every way. Staff were exceptional, rooms so comfortable, dining excellent, and the site was very relaxing and close to everything

4

Rod

1. Jan. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

The dinners weren't great - for example rock hard cheese and some inedible dishes, the staff at the food hall's customer service was inconsistent. No gym, pool or fitness centre. Plus the spa was full booked with a massive waiting list. Bit odd as it was a 3 star place at best. Some nice people on main reception but there are some real challenges in this hotel.

10

Hayden

30. Juni 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Impeccable service from the moment we arrived, nothing was a problem and made us feel so welcome, would definitely come back.

10

Linda

23. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Staff was sooo friendly and helpful. Rooms have a whole wall of floor to ceiling windows to enjoy incredible views. Wonderful breakfast buffet. Great being able to do our laundry in self serve laundry room. When the road was suddenly closed to Queenstown due to weather damage, we turned back around and stayed here again! Love it!

10

Andrew

10. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

Excellent and very friendly staff. Everyone we interacted with at the hotel was incredibly helpful.

10

Khristine

5. Nov. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 4 Nächte

We loved our stay at Te Waonui. The staff were friendly and engaging immediately making us feel comfortable and welcome. The pre-fixed 5 course dinner was a fantastic deal and the quality of the food was excellent. The rooms are lovely and it is nice to have a pleasant view each morning when awaking. Highly recommend this hotel.

8

Maria

5. Sept. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

This is a lovely place to stay. Reception staff are excellent. Very pricy meals.

10

Robert

20. Nov. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

I enjoyed my stay here. My room was very comfortable and was surrounded by forest. It was an oasis. Service was excellent. They drove me to the InterCity bus stop upon checkout. Meals are included. There was a good variety at breakfast. Dinner was a five course degustation feast. Since I do not eat cheese, they substituted fruit for the 4th course. Much appreciated.

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Lage

Umgeben von Regenwald und mit Blick auf die Berge ist die Unterkunft ruhig und doch fußläufig zu Restaurants, Aktivitäten und Gletschertouren in Franz Josef. Viele fanden es eine praktische Basis für Wanderungen und lokale Ausflüge.

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10

Dan

23. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Great food in the restaurant, room with private bush views. Well located and quiet.

10

horacio

11. Juni 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Nice hotel at Franz Josef Glacier; We travel to Franz Josef town to visit the glacier and happy with hotel. Spacious room, great breakfast, friendly staff and walking distance to restaurants and main locations. Great price-value.

10

Daniel

25. Apr. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Fantastic property. Very quiet and secluded (even though it is in the heart of Franz Josef).

10

Jeffrey

15. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Superb in every way. Staff were exceptional, rooms so comfortable, dining excellent, and the site was very relaxing and close to everything

10

Aliya

3. Sept. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Beautiful location surrounded by forestry. Staff were very kind and helpful. Thank you

10

Samit

3. Juli 2023

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Good location and relaxing property

10

Darrin

4. Nov. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

View towards mountains over a forest floor

10

Renata

20. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Walkable distance to taverns and local activties

10

John

8. Juli 2023

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

A really fantastic one night stay to take a helicopter flight to the glacier. We wish had more time to stay. Restaurant was great.

10

Fiona

20. Feb. 2026

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Rooms are spacious and private. The rainforest on your doorstep is incredible. Town is only a short walk. Most people stay only a night so high level of turn over but great food (dinner and breakfast included), friendly staff.

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Gastronomie

Das hoteleigene Restaurant und das inkludierte Fünf-Gänge-Menü erhalten häufig Lob, und viele genießen das Frühstücksbuffet. Zu den Nachteilen gehören die hohen Preise, die variable Qualität des Frühstücks, wiederholende Menüs bei längeren Aufenthalten sowie gelegentlich übergartete Gerichte oder nicht erhältliche Getränke.

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10

Coco

29. Feb. 2024

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This is my favorite hotel during this New Zealand trip. Room is spacious, has a private balcony facing lush green plants. The canopy restaurant provides breakfast buffet and 5 course dinner. We definitely will stay there again.

10

Susan

5. Apr. 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Beautiful property, excellent service and food - especially the five course supper

10

Mark

19. März 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

The restaurant was amazing.

10

Morgan

27. Jan. 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Just stayed here one night but it was amazing. Service was top notch and the 5 course dinner was awesome. Service by all employees was superb.

10

Shaye

18. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Great stay. Some drink items on their menu were unavailable, and our steaks at dinner were overcooked (but still delicious) both nights. Loved the bird noises and rainforest views in the room, daily water and chocolate. Great location for everything!

10

Khristine

5. Nov. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 4 Nächte

We loved our stay at Te Waonui. The staff were friendly and engaging immediately making us feel comfortable and welcome. The pre-fixed 5 course dinner was a fantastic deal and the quality of the food was excellent. The rooms are lovely and it is nice to have a pleasant view each morning when awaking. Highly recommend this hotel.

6

Dennis

14. Feb. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Definitely not a 5 star and overpriced. Still a nice property . The dinner is quite good but the buffet breakfast (for the price) is not. Worst scrambled eggs ever!

8

Lisa

9. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

A beautiful hotel with views of nearby mountains. Rooms tastefully decorated and nightly turn down service left magnificent chocolates. Dinner and breakfast were included in the price for our room. Unfortunately the five course dinner menu was the same for the three nights of our stay. Lovely to sit on the balcony for meals to enjoy the view- don’t forget your repellent, the sand flies are fierce. A lovely place to stay.

10

Carolyn

3. Juni 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Quiet with with lovely grounds. Restful atmosphere. Excellent restaurant for both dinner and breakfast.

8

Rita

10. Feb. 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Viel zu Überrteuret, für das was schlussendlich geboten wird! Für diesen Preis habe ich einiges mehr erwartet. Das Nachtessen war ok, das Rindsfillet und das Schokoladenmousse ausgezeichnet. Auch das Frühstücksbuffet war weit unter dem Niveau was man in so einem Hotel erwarten darf.

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