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  • Sitzlounge mit coworking space
  • Historischer Trinkbrunnen
  • Es war einmal ein Schulhaus
  • Rezeption
  • Treppenhaus mit Zimmertafel

Hotel

The Schulhaus Hotel

Until 2012, this building on Westfalendamm in Schwelm was a place of learning, laughter, and reading. In a multi-month renovation phase in 2017/2018, the former elementary school was converted into a hotel, creating 35 inviting guest rooms. Contemporary in design with natural oak parquet flooring, comfortable seating areas, and spacious bathrooms, it's no longer a place for lessons but for relaxed living.

The exterior facade with its typical slate shingles, the representative bay window, and the Bergisch-green gutters were restored and preserved. The preservation authorities had their say, ensuring that all the beauty remained intact. A real asset to the hotel and to Schwelm.

Tagungsraum
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Conference and event rooms

Meetings. Conferences. Workshops. From 8 to 64 people can work in the four meeting rooms with focus and productivity. Natural light, air conditioning, a connecting lounge area, and an outdoor terrace ensure a pleasant atmosphere.

The spaces are also suitable for private events for up to 80 people. From champagne receptions in the lounge to seated dinners in the event rooms, which can be flexibly connected – the ambiance is both impressive and relaxed.

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Öffentlicher Raum – Sitzlounge

Our "Pausenhof"

From the spacious reception, the path leads towards the gymnasium to the tasteful lobby, furnished with modern wingback chairs and cozy sofas. Past the meeting rooms, the space opens up through the expansive windows to a park and the old town of Schwelm.

The Drinking Fountains 

Fresh drinking water from Schwelm in the schoolhouse. At the historic drinking fountains on the 1st and 2nd floors, guests can pour their 'Grander-revitalized water' into provided carafes.

The Schoolhouse Kiosk 

A school kiosk offering beer, wine, and champagne? Here, the Schoolhouse Kiosk, for the sake of the environment, replaces the previously common minibars in the rooms with a selection of fine juices and sodas, selected wines, and beers.

Restaurant mit Bar
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Our Restaurant: Die Turnhalle

The rather plain gymnasium, built more than 70 years after the school, was completely demolished during the renovation works. Here, a very modern building was newly constructed: for our restaurant (and its perfectly equipped kitchen), lounge, and bar – designed with a sporty atmosphere, clearly intended for enjoyable gatherings. The new building, with its large glass surfaces, harmoniously contrasts with the old school and complements it in an ideal way.

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Gastgeber Hermandung und Konopatzki
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Why we 

love this school?

Many ask us: How does a couple from Berlin end up in Schwelm? We always say: With enthusiasm and minds full of ideas! Our dream was to own a hotel, and we looked at many properties. Not in Berlin, we really didn't want to open another hotel there. We wanted a small, charming property that we could turn into something truly special – with character. And strong unique selling points. After a long search, we came across this former elementary school – and an investor who could imagine turning it into a hotel with us and the former gymnasium into a restaurant. The location is perfect: close to Düsseldorf, Cologne, and the Ruhr metropolitan area. Yet, it's also a hotel surrounded by nature. Equally appealing to both business and leisure guests.

 

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