9 Best Hotels in Munich, Germany

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Though Munich has a vast number of hotels in all price ranges, booking one can be a challenge, as this is a trade-show city as well as a prime tourist destination. If you're visiting during any of the major trade fairs such as the ISPO (sports, fashion) in January or the IHM (crafts) in February/March, or during Oktoberfest at the end of September, try to make reservations at least a few months in advance. It is acceptable practice in Europe to request to see a room before committing to it, so feel free to ask at check-in once you arrive.

Some of the large, upscale hotels that cater to expense-account business travelers have attractive weekend discount rates—sometimes as much as 50% below normal prices. Conversely, most hotels raise their regular rates by at least 30% during big trade fairs and Oktoberfest. Online booking sites like Hotel Reservation Service (www.hrs.com) often have prices well below the hotel's published prices (i.e., price ranges in this guide) in slow periods and on short notice. Look for the names we suggest here and search online for potential deals.

Munich's tourist information office has two outlets that can help you with hotel bookings if you haven't reserved in advance. One is outside Hauptbahnhof, the central station, and the other is at Marienplatz, in the Rathaus information office. Your best bet is to visit in person.

Bayerischer Hof

$$$$ | Promenadepl. 2–6, Munich, 80333, Germany Fodor's Choice
Bayerischer Hof, City Center
Hotel Bayerischer Hof

Opened in 1841, Munich’s best-known hotel is a unique combination of luxury, history, and modernity. Accommodations range from minimalist-chic, earth-toned rooms created by star designer Axel Vervoordt to those with more traditional interiors, while the top-floor suites offer outdoor space and fantastic city views. Its six bars and five restaurants include the two-Michelin-star Atelier. The Nightclub offers live music and a Jazz festival in the summer time.

Pros

  • A wide array of restaurants and bars on-site
  • Roof garden restaurant has an impressive view of the Frauenkirche
  • Blue spa on the top floor with pool

Cons

  • Expensive accommodations
  • Layout can be confusing
  • Fee for higher-speed Wi-Fi
Promenadepl. 2–6, Munich, 80333, Germany
089-21200
Hotel Details
411 rooms
No Meals

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Gästehaus Englischen Garten

$$$$ | Liebergesellstr. 8, Munich, 80802, Germany Fodor's Choice

A converted water mill, dating back over three centuries and adjoining the English Garden, is the setting for this charming hotel that lacks some modern amenities despite the high prices. The old-fashioned rooms (all without TVs) are in the main building, some of which have shared bathrooms. 

Pros

  • Quiet location
  • Wonderfully cozy rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cons

  • No a/c or elevator
  • 2-night minimum stay required
  • Not all rooms have private bathrooms
Liebergesellstr. 8, Munich, 80802, Germany
089-383–9410
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12 rooms
No Meals

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Louis Hotel

$$$$ | Viktualienmarkt 6, Munich, 80331, Germany Fodor's Choice

Combining subdued elegance, first-rate service, and an unbeatable location overlooking Viktualienmarkt, this upscale design hotel offers beautifully understated rooms featuring custom furnishings, oak floors, kilim rugs, and high-quality linens. There's also a small seasonal rooftop bar with lovely views of the Frauenkirche's towers.

Pros

  • Fantastic location
  • The Louis Grillroom for meat lovers and veggies
  • Spacious, stylish rooms

Cons

  • Breakfast is pricey
  • The bustle of the Viktualienmarkt is not for everyone
  • Rooms facing the courtyard are a bit dark
Viktualienmarkt 6, Munich, 80331, Germany
089-4111–9080
Hotel Details
72 rooms
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Mandarin Oriental, Munich

$$$$ | Neuturmstr. 1, Munich, 80331, Germany Fodor's Choice

A 19th-century Neo-Renaissance building houses this five-star hotel, tucked away on a quiet side street near all the upscale shopping along Maximilianstrasse. With just 73 rooms and suites, the feel is more boutique than is typical for the brand, echoed by a recent renovation that introduced colorful contemporary furnishings and bold art into the rooms. The roof top bar (seasonal) has amazing views.

Pros

  • One free minibar filling
  • Wellness facility includes gym, sauna, steam bath
  • Impeccable service

Cons

  • No pool
  • Very high rates
  • Pricey breakfast
Neuturmstr. 1, Munich, 80331, Germany
089-290–980
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73 rooms
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Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor

$$$$ | Leopoldstr. 170, Munich, 80804, Germany

The higher you go, the better the views at this stylish design hotel, with some rooms featuring fantastic views of the Munich skyline, the Alps, or both in the fancier suites. The best views are from M’Uniqo Rooftop Bar. 

Pros

  • Rooms are on the larger side with floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Fun rooftop bar
  • Cool design

Cons

  • Quite far from the major sights
  • Located on a busy street
  • Service is underwhelming
Leopoldstr. 170, Munich, 80804, Germany
089-26202–71234
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277 rooms
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The Charles Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel

$$$$ | Sophienstr. 28, Munich, 80333, Germany

Located in an area of elegant offices and apartment buildings called Lenbachgärten, which was developed in 2009, this luxurious, modern hotel has both a secluded and urban vibe, not to mention some of the largest rooms in the city. It's just a five-minute walk to the main train station and about 10 minutes to all the museums in the Kunstareal. It has an excellent restaurant highlighting regional seasonal produce.

Pros

  • Impeccable service
  • Large rooms
  • Spa includes an indoor pool

Cons

  • Can feel very businesslike, especially during corporate events
  • High rates
  • Pricey breakfast
Sophienstr. 28, Munich, 80333, Germany
089-544–5550
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160 rooms
No Meals

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Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski München

$$$$ | Maximilianstr. 17, Munich, 80539, Germany

Trend and tradition blend throughout this property, where flat-screen TVs hang on the walls alongside original oil paintings, and Bose stereos rest on antique cupboards in the guest rooms. The lobby has been called the \"most beautiful living room in Munich,\" and just as the world's wealthy and titled have felt for more than 160 years, you'll feel at home enjoying a drink and a bite in this \"lived-in\" luxurious room with a glass dome ceiling and dark-wood paneling.

Pros

  • Luxurious sixth-floor spa with views of the city
  • Fine-dining restaurant with modern cuisine
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cons

  • Expensive accommodations
  • Service can be spotty
  • Rooms are on the small side for a luxury property
Maximilianstr. 17, Munich, 80539, Germany
089-21250
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305 rooms
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Königshof, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Munich

$$$$ | Karlsplatz 25, Munich, 80335, Germany

This brand-new, sophististicated luxury hotel sits between Stachus and Munich's central station. With a design reflecting natural hues and gold tones, the attractive rooms are large and equipped with luxurious amenities that include Dyson hair dryers, complimentary mineral water, and Nespresso machines. Fantastic views can be seen through the Stachus old city gate.  

Pros

  • Central location
  • Fancy restaurant and cool bar with views
  • Gym and sauna

Cons

  • Restaurant is quite pricey
  • The street toward the central station is quite run-down
  • Despite the big windows, some rooms feel a little dark
Karlsplatz 25, Munich, 80335, Germany
089-8584--07040
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147 rooms
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Rosewood Munich

$$$$ | Kardinal-Faulhaber-Strasse 1, Munich, 80331, Germany

Housed in two beautifully restored landmark buildings (the old State Bank of Bavaria headquarters and the grand old Palais Neuhaus-Presying) in Munich's historic heart, this luxurious hotel is one of the newest kids in town. The property doesn't fail to impress with chic design and refined elegance. Its bar is a hot spot for visitors and locals alike. 

Pros

  • Fitness studio, pool, sauna
  • Asaya spa
  • Bar with live music

Cons

  • Stratospheric rates
  • Service can be a little snooty
  • Making a bar reservation is a challenge
Kardinal-Faulhaber-Strasse 1, Munich, 80331, Germany
089-8000--190
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132 rooms
No Meals

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