Terms & Conditions

I. General

These terms apply to the rental of hotel rooms as well as seminar and event rooms, including all associated catering services provided by the hotel. They become effective upon confirmation of the booking.

Additions, amendments or ancillary agreements require the express written approval of the hotel. The client and the organiser are jointly and severally liable for all obligations arising from the contract. The subletting of event rooms requires the hotel's written consent.

II. Prices and Terms of Payment

The agreed prices are inclusive prices and include statutory VAT, but not the local visitor's tax. Increases in statutory VAT after conclusion of the contract shall be borne by the client. The same applies to increases in the visitor's tax.

If more than 90 days lie between booking and the event date, the hotel reserves the right to adjust the agreed prices without prior notice. Hotel invoices are due immediately without deduction.

III. Advance Payments and Withdrawal by the Hotel

The hotel is entitled to request an advance payment of up to 50 % of the room price immediately after conclusion of the contract. If this advance payment is not made within 2 weeks, the hotel may withdraw from the contract and must inform the client without delay.

IV. Cancellation and Withdrawal by the Client

If the booked services are not used despite reasonable efforts to re-let, the following cancellation fees apply:

If an event cannot take place through no fault of the hotel, the obligation to pay the rental price remains. The hotel must allow reasonable saved expenses to be set off.

V. Loss or Damage to Items Brought In

The hotel accepts no liability for loss or damage to items brought in by guests or organisers. These remain at the client's risk and must be removed immediately after the end of the event.

When procuring technical or other equipment from third parties, the hotel acts solely as an intermediary. The client is responsible for proper handling and timely return and shall indemnify the hotel against claims by third parties.

VI. Liability of the Client for Damages

The client is liable for all damage to the building, furnishings or to third parties caused by themselves, their agents, visitors or other persons connected with the event – regardless of fault.

VII. Applicable Law and Place of Jurisdiction

The law of the Federal Republic of Germany applies. The place of jurisdiction for all disputes is, as far as legally permissible, Lahr/Schwarzwald.