Munich
Old-money Altstadt hotel with unexpected contemporary touches. Formal but not stuffy. The kind of place where the concierge remembers your name and your drink order.
Everything in the minibar is complimentary — a rare perk at this price level.
Why It Matters
Germany's Best City Hotel 2024; home to Matsuhisa Munich, the first Nobu Matsuhisa restaurant in Germany; a 19th-century Altstadt building with architecturally eccentric rooms including a turret suite on floor 6; beloved by regulars including conductors who perform at the nearby Munich Opera.
A 19th-century building in Munich's Altstadt that only became a hotel in 1990, though you'd never guess it was a newcomer — regulars still call it 'the Rafael' after its former name, and many have been coming several times a year since opening day. This is a small, quiet, 73-room property with serious character: sloping eaves, turret sitting rooms, antiques in the halls, and a rooftop pool from which you can spot the Alps on a clear day. The dining alone is worth the stay, anchored by Germany's first Matsuhisa restaurant.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
Bavaria Suite
From EUR4,100 / nightInside the historic corner tower of the building, this 75 sqm suite has one of the most distinctive layouts in Munich. A circular bedroom with views from five windows, 180° across the city's red rooftops and spires, leads via a sliding door into a separate living room decorated in late Biedermeier style with Nymphenburg artworks. The bathroom connects to a large walk-in wardrobe. The turret architecture makes it genuinely memorable — this is the room (formerly known as room 608) that Prince Charles reportedly favoured.
King (2m x 2m) · 75 sqmMandarin Room
From EUR977.5 / nightThe flagship room category and the largest standard rooms in the hotel. Oak wood parquet floors throughout, with either sloping eaves or 18-foot ceilings depending on floor and position. Views face either the city or the Hofbräuhaus. Artwork by Munich artist Felix Rehfeld — modern prints on alubond inspired by the Alps. Feels like a very well-appointed private flat rather than a hotel room.
King (2m x 2m) or Twin (two 1.35m x 2m beds) · 41 sqm
Panoramic Suite
From EUR4,850 / nightOn the sixth floor, this one-bedroom suite spans 65 sqm with a separate living room and a wraparound balcony that runs the full width of the glass-enclosed living area. Views take in the twin-domed Frauenkirche and Munich's church spires. The décor includes a Nymphenburg relief (the Royal Bavarian porcelain manufacturer), polished chrome walls, and prints by Felix Rehfeld. The balcony works perfectly for alfresco drinks. This is the one to book for a special occasion.
King (2m x 2m) · 65 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Themed seasonal afternoon teas served daily 2–6pm, with live piano on weekends. Editions include Krug, Strawberry, Oktoberfest, and Festive Afternoon Tea.
Guided tour of Munich's famous food market including the legendary Cheese House, with espresso and pastry stops.
Outdoor bootcamp fitness classes available at the hotel.
Hands-on workshops, guided tours, and interactive courses for young guests. Designed to spark creativity and curiosity through learning and play.
Heated rooftop pool exclusively for hotel guests from May to September, with views of Munich's skyline, Frauenkirche, and on clear days, the Alps. Sun loungers and handcrafted cocktails available. Open 8am–10pm.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Meeting rooms and wedding facilities available.
24-hour in-room dining service available.
TechnoGym equipment with 19" multimedia screens on each machine, internet connectivity, TV and iPhone connection. Kinesis Wall with computerised fitness assessment.
Mandarin Oriental's loyalty programme with flexible privileges, personalised touches, and member-exclusive experiences.
Exclusive for hotel guests. Open 8am–10pm (seasonal May–September). Views of the Frauenkirche and Alps.
All minibar contents are complimentary for hotel guests — a rare perk at this level.
Full concierge team including family concierge service for tours, activities, and family-friendly planning.
Airport pickup and drop-off service available. Contact hotel to confirm availability and pricing.
Valet parking available for hotel guests.
Hand-cut Italian glass mosaic tiles in silver and gold tones. Open 7am–midnight.
Sauna with different infusions of relaxing fragrances and exotic aromas. Open 7am–midnight.
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