The Maritim Hotel in Halle stands as a striking example of urban neglect. Once a bustling establishment, later repurposed as a refugee shelter, it now lies abandoned yet fully equipped. Despite its potential to serve as a vital resource, whether as emergency housing or a public community space, the building remains locked and inaccessible. Its current state highlights broader issues of mismanagement, wasted infrastructure, and the failure to repurpose space for public good.