
Munich's old town is steeped in the spirit of Old Bavaria, a maze of medieval pedesterianised streets lined with beer halls, opera houses and charming shops selling traditional Bavarian costume. It's choc-a-bloc with things to see and do, from the Christkindlmarkt and Viktualienmarkt to sightseeing at St. Peter's Church or drinking in the gorgeous vista from the top of the New Town Hall bell tower. Fun for families and couples alike, Munich is a culture-vulture's dreamscape, and the Altstadt is a little fairytale city centre. And many of the best hotels in Munich Altstadt are paeans to Munich's past, from authentic family-friendly stays to Regency-esque five-star hotels.
Grand Bavarian luxury

- The Bayerischer Hof is as grand as its surroundings — a magnificent five-star hotel in central Munich just a five-minute walk from the Bavarian State Opera and the iconic Hofbrauhaus Beer Hall. It features everything from regency-era rooms and a jazz club, to a 13,000 square foot rooftop spa and Michelin-starred cuisine. Seriously indulgent.
- Every need is attended to at Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski, another grand, five-star with stylish, elegant rooms in Munich's old town. Situated on Maximillian Strasse, just steps away from the city's finest sight, expect to be pampered with private butlers, personal shoppers — even limousines. Complete with a rooftop pool and spa, it makes for a fabulous, luxury stay!
For a cool city stay

- Cortiina Hotel makes for a chic and sociable stay in Munich's old town. Not only are the rooms effortlessly stylish (the loft rooms boast killer views of the city), the groundfloor restaurant and wine-bar is something of a local institution. Best of all, the staff are mostly locals — and they're renowned for knowing the best places to go in the city. Cool and understated.
For a traditional hotel

- If you want an authentic Bavarian stay, go for Platzl Hotel. The twin rooms and spacious suites are beside the famous Hofbrauhaus and just a short walk from all the beer halls, the Marienplatz, the Bavarian State Opera, Maximilianstrasse and Viktualienmarkt. It's a family-run affair with hearty Bavarian fare.
For a contemporary Bavarian stay

- Small and intimate, Louis Hotel is a contemporary affair with touches of traditional Bavarian design (handmade furniture, milking stool tables, wood-panelled public ares). Best of all, it's just opposite the city's famous Viktualienmarkt. Utterly charming.
For romance

- Couples will love the Mandarin Oriental Munich, an exotic five-star, near the famed Maximilianstrasse, a beautiful hotel adorned in neo-Renaissance elegance just minutes away from the Opera House and renowned Hofbräuhaus beer garden. Combined with its Turkish bath and award-winning Michelin-star restaurant, it's the embodiment of romantic luxury in the heart of Munich.
- Beyond by Geisel is a lavishly-furnished hotel situated on the Marienplatz, just across from the New Town Hall. It's perfect for couples on a romantic break, with its luxurious, atmospheric rooms, large baths and available private chefs. If you're looking for intimacy, complete with moody lighting and elegant decor, you'll love it!
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