Pension Middel, simple guesthouse near the beach in Binz
Pension Middel is a simple guesthouse in Binz, on the island of Rügen, a short walk from the beach and next to the Schmachter See nature reserve. It offers rooms and apartments with kitchenettes. It suits beach and cycling holidays, less so anyone who wants breakfast on site or a very warm welcome.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Pension Middel is and how to get there
Pension Middel is at Bahnhofstraße 16 in Binz, a seaside resort on the island of Rügen in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The description puts it about five minutes on foot from the beach and the pier, and only a short way from the Schmachter See nature reserve.
Guests agree that the location is the big draw. One says you reach the beach in under five minutes, with shops and supermarkets close by, and another mentions a bakery right at the door. The station is about twelve minutes on foot, and well-known day trips like Prora and Sassnitz are a few kilometres away.
It does sit on a main road. One guest says the bathroom faces the street, which actually keeps the bedroom quiet. Parking is possible on site for an extra fee or by reservation, and one guest found the courtyard spot good value.
What the rooms and apartments are like
Pension Middel has roughly fourteen rooms and apartments, all furnished in a traditional wooden style. Rooms have a seating area and cable TV, and apartments add a kitchenette. Free Wi-Fi is available, and the whole place is non-smoking.
- The rooms. Guests call them clean and sufficiently equipped for a guesthouse. One likes the old-style bed, and another mentions a small brush set for the beach sand.
- The apartments. Small but with everything you need, according to guests who cooked there.
- The grounds. A terrace and garden, plus bike rental. Some guests describe small bungalows on the property, so check exactly what your booking covers.
Check-in is possible from about 15:00 and check-out is around 9:00. Pets are not allowed.
What guests say about Pension Middel
On Google, Pension Middel scores 3.6 from 124 reviews, which is lower than most places I write about. The reason is not the rooms, which almost everyone likes, but the owner.
- Cleanliness and comfort. Many guests mention spotless rooms and comfortable beds, and some say they slept unusually well.
- The location. Repeated again and again, with the beach and promenade a short stroll away.
- The host. Opinions split. Several guests describe a friendly landlord who is always reachable, and one calls his rough humour typically North German. Others found him unfriendly.
The low scores come from two guests. One felt the owner was rude, and another was unhappy that a spontaneously booked night could not be partly refunded after an illness. These are single experiences, but they show what to expect if something goes wrong.
What to know before you book
Pension Middel has a few practical catches that are easy to miss in a quick look at the listing.
| Point | What to know |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | Not served at Pension Middel. It is next door at Pension Anker and charged separately |
| Late arrival | If you arrive after about 20:00, call ahead |
| Parking | Available for an extra fee or by reservation |
| Pets | Not allowed |
| Road | On a main road, though guests say bedrooms are quiet |
My advice is to keep your plans flexible with the host and not count on easy cancellation. If you want a warm, chatty welcome, read the recent reviews carefully first.
Who Pension Middel suits
I would pick it for a practical beach stay where the room is just a place to sleep.
- Couples and families who want to be a few minutes from the sea.
- Cyclists and walkers, with bike rental close by and the lake and nature reserve next door.
- Guests who like a kitchenette in the apartment.
It is less right for anyone who wants breakfast in the building, travels with a dog, or values a friendly, polished reception above everything else.
What to do around Binz
Binz is made for the sea. Beach and pier are a short walk away, and the promenade is easy to reach through the pedestrian street. The Schmachter See is right by the pension, with angling on offer.
The description also mentions windsurfing, minigolf, riding, tennis and golf in the area, some at extra cost. For a day trip, Prora and Sassnitz are a few kilometres away.
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