Description: After inquiring at several hotels and the hostel, we decided that for our 25th anniversary and for this romantic town we should stay as close to the Chateau as possible, knowing that we would probably pay for the privilege. Located at the end of the Grand Rue just to the left of the entrance to the castle stands the Hotel Oranienburg, imposing with a wrought iron front terrace and geranium-filled window boxes. We entered through a tiny foyer flanked by the bar and breakfast room on the right and the elegant Restaurant Le Chatelain to the left. After choosing an economy room and then viewing said room which offered hardly any standing room we opted for the deluxe room which of course was an additional charge of 30 dollars. A well spent 30 dollars. Our second room was presented to us with much flair; it seems if you decide to upgrade, the service is also upgraded, which was unexpected. The gleaning granite tiled bath was only the start, as the bed was a canopy with curtains tied to each of the hardwood posts and a complete queen size mattress. A corner banquette with table and an Armoire with the TV concealed inside completed the picture. Two windows to the right of the bed offered a tilted view of the castle. Food and service were premium and delightful, even if a trifle on the expensive side. Breakfast was a buffet with all the tractional European food and plenty of hot coffee, tea, etc. Platters of cold cuts, the cereal and the best yogurt I have ever eaten. Service at the bar was efficient with all the pleasantries including waiters who spoke enough English for us to be comfortable.
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