After 73 years: Hotel in Hagen becomes a refugee facility!

After 73 years: Hotel in Hagen becomes a refugee facility!

In Hagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, a traditional hotel has closed its doors after hosting guests for around 73 years. The Hotel Schmidt, which was in operation until the end of September 2024, will be used for a different purpose in the future. The new owner plans to convert the space to accommodate underage refugees.

The decision to close came as a surprise, especially because the hotel, which had 36 rooms and a restaurant, was very popular with its guests. Shortly before it closed, it received positive reviews: "Modern rooms. Friendly staff. Everything is tip-top!" praised one visitor on Google. However, despite this popularity, the hotel was sold and a new operator now has other plans for the property.

The new operator: “Haus Hohenlimburg”

The psychotherapeutic facility “Haus Hohenlimburg” has taken over the building on Selbecker Straße. This facility has been active for almost 40 years and looks after children, teenagers and young adults in difficult life situations. Their goal is to provide young refugees with a safe home and a supportive environment.

According to Horst Schmidt, who worked at the hotel for many years, the roof of the apartment building must first be replaced and work on the heating system is also required. However, he was unable to say exactly what the schedule was for the arrival of the first refugees. It remains to be seen how quickly these renovations will be completed and when the facility can begin operations.

The closure of Hotel Schmidt is part of a larger trend in Hagen, where several companies have recently ceased operations. A perfumery in the nearby Rathaus-Galerie also recently announced its closure. This development highlights the changes in the cityscape and the economic environment of the region.

For a detailed look at the case, see the report on www.come-on.de.