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Gästehaus

guesthouse, bed and breakfast

noun GAES-teh-hows Rare

Also means

guest house (on a private estate)

Usage Note

Gästehaus is a small, privately run accommodation establishment, typically homelier and cheaper than a hotel. Common in rural tourism areas. Distinct from Pension (boarding house) though often used interchangeably.

Examples

"Sie haben für die Radtour ein gemütliches Gästehaus gebucht."

Natural Translation

They booked a cosy guesthouse for the cycling tour.

Literal Translation

They have for the cycling-tour a cosy guesthouse booked.

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