The Best Hotels in Munich: Your Guide to Where to Stay in Old Town Munich in 2025
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Wondering where to stay on your visit to Munich? This guide will help you find the perfect place to sleep on your trip!
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Quick Answer: Top Hotels in Munich, Germany
- 4-star with 16th-century restaurant: Platzl Hotel – Superior
- Classically furnished 4-star: Hotel Torbräu
- Family-run, close to Marienplatz: Hotel Schlicker
- Friendly, great value near Viktualienmarkt: Hotel am Viktualienmarkt
- Elegant hotel with stylish wine bar: CORTIINA Hotel
- Great value, near Hofbräuhaus Beer Hall: Hotel Lux
- Luxury hotel overlooking Marienplatz: BEYOND by Geisel
- Charming boutique near English Garden: Boutique Hotel Splendid
- Beautifully decorated near Sendlinger Tor: Mio by Amano
- Great proximity to Old Town and station: Mercure Hotel München Altstadt
- Five-star luxury in heart of Old Town: Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich
- Stylish hotel with Bavarian touches: Excelsior by Geisel
One of the biggest cities in Germany, Munich is best known for Oktoberfest. But the diverse capital of Bavaria offers visitors much more than that!
From iconic Biergärten (beer gardens) to world-class museums, from captivating architecture to relaxing parks, from freshly baked pretzels to tender roasted pork with Spätzle, Munich offers something for every kind of traveler,
One of the most important parts of planning an unforgettable trip to Munich is finding a comfortable place to spend the night.
Areas To Stay in Munich: Our Recommendations & Tips
- Munich is one of the best cities to explore by foot, so we recommend booking one of the lovely hotels right in the heart of the city. That way you’ll be within easy walking distance to the main sights and a variety of great restaurants, cafes, and beer halls and gardens.
- There are 3 main areas we recommend staying in Munich for ease, affordability, and comfort: near the main train station, near the Theresienwies, and in the Old Town (Altstadt).
- Sights located away from the city center are easily accessible via tram, bus, U-bahn, S-bahn. or HOHO bus. All of our recommended hotels have easy access to public transportation.
- Many hotels also offer parking – but do note that you don’t need a car to get around Munich. Unless you’re doing a day trip by car, you’ll likely want to leave your car at the hotel while you explore the city.
- On one visit we stayed at the Hotel am Viktualienmarkt and loved that it was on a quiet side-street but still super close to the Old Town. The room was cozy and comfortable, and breakfast was excellent.
- On another visit we stayed at Schwan Locke aparthotel. We loved being able to walk to the Old Town and train station in 10-15 minutes. We also liked having a kitchenette, laundry facilities, underground parking, and an inner courtyard.
We’ve not only spent many months exploring Munich over the years, but we’ve also invested time in searching out great hotels in the city so you can book with confidence. We share the places we’ve stayed and recommend, as well as hotels recommended by members of our travel community.
Below are some of the best Munich hotels to stay in the city center that will help you maximize your time in this beautiful Bavarian city! If you’re visiting for Oktoberfest, see our Oktoberfest Hotel Guide.
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12 Best Hotels in Munich
Let’s now take a look at the 12 best hotels for visiting beautiful Munich! We’ve included hotels we love and those recommended by our community members.
All of the hotels below are easy walking distance to Marienplatz in the Old Town (where many guided tours meet), the train station (perfect for day trips), where you’ll catch the bus for guided day trips, Viktualienmarkt (famous outdoor food market), restaurants, beer gardens, Christmas markets, Oktoberfest, and more.
You can’t go wrong with any of these 12 great hotels for both short stays or longer stints in the city.
1. Platzl Hotel – Superior
- Great Old Town location
- Bavarian restaurant and beer garden on-site
- A/C
- Fitness center, spa, and sauna
- Extra-long comfortable beds
- Parking on-site
- No pool
PERFECT FOR: Those looking for an impressive 4-star hotel with wood furniture and luxury features like a spa, sauna and steam room, and a pub and beer garden, all in the center of Old Town. Read reviews ➔
2. Hotel Torbräu
- A/C
- Breakfast buffet
- Room service, 24-hour front desk
- Gourmet restaurant and bar on-site
- Terrace
- Parking on-site
- No fitness center or pool
PERFECT FOR: Those looking for a top-notch, 4-star hotel with spacious, classically furnished rooms and great service, all within an easy walk of Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt. Read reviews ➔
3. Hotel Schlicker
- Family rooms
- Breakfast buffet
- A/C, elevator
- 24-hour front desk
- Not all rooms have A/C
PERFECT FOR: Those looking for a modern and comfortably stay at a charming, family-run hotel that is a short walk from most major sights and serves traditional Bavarian breakfasts. Read reviews ➔
4. Hotel am Viktualienmarkt
- Walk to Oktoberfest
- Family rooms
- Fantastic breakfast buffet
- Elevator
- Luggage storage
- Vending machines for drinks
- No A/C
PERFECT FOR: Those looking for a good value at a friendly, family-run hotel that is also super close to the wonderful Viktualienmarkt. Read reviews ➔
5. CORTIINA Hotel
- A/C
- Breakfast buffet
- Fitness center
- Family rooms
- Bar and restaurant on-site
- No pool
- Parking at nearby location
PERFECT FOR: Those wishing to stay at an elegant hotel with a superb location in Old Town with all the amenities and Marienplatz just a 5-minute walk away. Read reviews ➔
6. Hotel Lux
- Close to Hofbräuhaus Beer Hall
- Breakfast options
- Bar
- Elevator
- No parking
- No pool
PERFECT FOR: Those looking for a cozy, good value hotel located in the center of Old Town, with friendly service and amenities like breakfast and a bar. Read reviews ➔
7. BEYOND by Geisel
- A/C, elevator
- 24-hour front desk
- Airport shuttle
- Rooms with balconies
- Only adults
- Parking on-site
- No pool
PERFECT FOR: Perfect for those wanting a luxury stay in the center of it all. Beautifully decorated rooms in the BEYOND by Geisel either overlook Marienplatz or Rindermarkt square. Read reviews ➔
8. Boutique Hotel Splendid
- Garden and terrace
- Rooms with balconies
- Bar, elevator
- Close to English Garden
- Parking nearby
- No pool
PERFECT FOR: Those looking for a boutique experience in a charming hotel with a terrace and garden. Located a short walk east of Old Town, this hotel is close to the English Garden and Bavarian National Museum. Read reviews ➔
9. Mio by Amano
- A/C
- Terrace, bar, elevator
- Buffet breakfast
- 24-hour front desk
- No pool
- No parking
PERFECT FOR: Perfect for those looking to stay at a beautifully decorated hotel located on a wonderful pedestrian zone street in Old Town with nearby shops and historic sites, such as the Asam Church and Sendlinger Tor. Read reviews ➔
10. Mercure Hotel München Altstadt
- A/C
- 24-hour front desk
- Elevator
- Laundry
- Parking at nearby location
- No pool
PERFECT FOR: Those looking to stay in a modern, three-star, highly rated hotel that is located Old Town, but also easily walkable to the main train station. Read reviews ➔
11. Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich
- 2 restaurants
- Fitness center
- Parking on-site
- A/C
- 24-hour front desk
- No pool
PERFECT FOR: For those looking to enjoy a bit of a splurge on a five-star hotel with elegant rooms, great service and fine dining in the Heart of Old Town. Read reviews ➔
12. Excelsior by Geisel
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Elevator
- Restaurant
- No pool
- Parking at nearby location
PERFECT FOR: Those looking to stay at a top-notch, elegant hotel with Bavarian touches that is close to both the main train station and the Old Town. Read reviews ➔
Four more great hotel alternatives
If you’re finding limited availability with the hotels above, check out these great alternatives.
- Hôtel du Train (Family-run in an excellent central location)
- KOOS Hotel & Apartments – City Aparthotel (Excellent location with fully equipped kitchenettes)
- Aloft: Stylish contemporary hotel convenient to Munich Central Train Station
- Hotel Bayerischer Hof (5-star hotel is located directly in fashionable shopping district)
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