Maritim Hotel

I recently stayed at the Maritim Hotel Bremen, and let me start by saying that overall, it was a pretty good experience. The room was comfortable, the staff was friendly, and the breakfast was top-notch. But there was one tiny hiccup—water, or rather, the lack of it.

When I arrived, I was ready to settle in with a nice, refreshing bottle of water. But to my surprise, there was no water in the room. I asked about it the next day, and thankfully, the staff kindly provided me with one. However, here's the kicker: at most hotels, you either find a complimentary bottle in your room or at least a water dispenser in the lobby. Here, it’s different—you’ll need to pay for that bottle, even though it likely costs the hotel a few cents.

I mean, come on, I’m already saving the hotel money by skipping the daily room cleaning. But being asked to pay for water? It feels like getting charged extra for oxygen!

Now, don’t get me wrong, this isn’t a budget hotel, and I’ve stayed in plenty of places where small gestures like complimentary water are standard. It’s these little things that make a stay memorable (in a good way).

So, my advice? If you’re planning to stay here, pack your own water or prepare to cough up a few extra euros. Otherwise, enjoy the hotel—just stay hydrated on your own terms!