Seminaris Seehotel Potsdam, PotsdamSeminaris Seehotel Potsdam in Potsdam, Germany has a corrected score of 2.6 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 21 of 24 hotels we score in Potsdam. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.4 before correction: Booking.com 2.3, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 2.5. Rooms from about $155 a night (cached, not a live quote).Seminaris Seehotel Potsdam is a 4-star hotel situated on the banks of Lake Templin in Potsdam. Located a short walk from the Pirschheide Train Station, it serves business travellers and holidaymakers. The property contains 225 rooms and 32 function rooms for conferences. Facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a full-service spa. Guests can dine at two on-site restaurants serving regional food, with breakfast included in the stay. The hotel is close to Sanssouci Palace and local parks. While the lakeside setting is a primary feature, some guests have reported issues with room cleanliness and bathroom odours.What stands out

Lakeside location near a beach

Indoor heated swimming pool

Extensive conference facilities

Pet friendly policy

Watch out for

Some rooms lack cleanliness

Unpleasant bathroom smells

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