Sonneneck  

In Braunlage at the edge of the Harz Nature Park, a 4-star spa hotel with mountain flair. Steps from the town center and close to the Wurmberg Gondola, Brocken viewpoints, Walkenried Abbey, Happy Rizzi House and Bürgerpark.

A small 10-room hotel with warm, cozy décor and a spa-hotel vibe. Rooms have flat-screen TVs, minibars and bathrobes; most offer balconies with panoramic views of the Brocken and Wurmberg. Bathrooms come with showers, and some rooms include separate sitting areas and desks.

Free-use spa and an indoor pool (about 984 ft²) with Finnish sauna, Roman steam bath and infrared sauna. Massages and a solarium, plus a poolside bar and lounge for evening drinks. Outdoor options include mini-golf, bicycle rentals and on-site ski facilities with a ski school for winter sports. Free parking and valet parking are available.

Complimentary wireless internet in rooms and public areas. Practical services like luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry and private check-in/out support business stays.

Sonneneck Alm serves local Harz specialties alongside international dishes. There’s also a coffee shop/café, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8–10 AM, with limited room service available.