The Residenz Hotel, Pforzheim is a simple and clean hotel that provides everything necessary for a…read morecomfortable stay at economy prices. It doesn't provide air conditioning, at least in my room.
A nice fan is provided for warmer days. All of this reflects the penchant of many Europeans to avoid A/C.
Their breakfasts are quite nice for the 16 euros one pays. I paid in advance for all of my days. There is a good restaurant next door, literally attached to the lobby.
The staff is friendly, accommodating, and multilingual.