![25 Hours Royal Bavarian](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/18/15/1815ed0039f54a1a4f665e82a1772f01/600x422.jpg)
Oktoberfest, Munich's iconic beer festival, has been an annual event since 1810, when locals celebrated a royal wedding in the fields outside Munich. It now draws crowds of up to 7 million every year from late September to early October. It hasn't lost its traditional magic. The beer tents, funhouses and theme park rides heave with massive crowds; girls in dirndls, lads in lederhosen, and traditional Bavarian music blasts through the air. There are a wide range of things to see, from the crossbow competition at the tent of Armbrustschützen-Festhalle, to the vegan food at Marstall Tent. Our Gurus have selected a small range of hotels near Oktoberfest, all within a 20-minute walk. The best hotels for Oktoberfest include charming, authentic Bavarian stays and elegant family-friendly hotels.
A charming Bavarian boutique
![Bavaria Boutique Hotel](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/6e/3a/6e3a477eedfeade9c259e7926d8ee011/600x422.jpg)
- If you're looking for a charming boutique property with easy access to Oktoberfest, Bavaria Boutique Hotel is the one to book. The sleek, modern rooms are set in a quiet residential area that's just a 10-minute walk from Oktoberfest. With a great bar, and lavish breakfasts, you're all set for a buzzing beer-drinking weekend!
For a quirky hotel
![Cacoon Hauptbahnhof](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/bc/85/bc85b4174593cf7224dd529095ad2631/600x422.jpg)
- Cocoon Hauptbahnhof is a quirky, Alpine-themed hotel just a 20-minute walk from Wiesen, the grounds of Oktoberfest. Expect bare Swiss pine panelling, exposed brick walls and rustic furniture. A fun, zany stay in the heart of Munich!
- 25 Hours Royal Bavarian makes Oktoberfest seamless — after all, it's just a 15-minute walk away. Better still, it's perfect for the apres-beer, as it boasts a pampering on-site spa. It's a smart, modern hotel with wacky rooms ranging from box rooms to plush, exotic suites.
For family fun
![Excelsior by Geisel](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/9a/a7/9aa7ee9484b9151217e36b4f4e515731/600x422.jpg)
- Excelsior by Geisel is great for families, offering spacious family rooms all set within an elegant hotel with antique Bavarian touches. It's equidistant between Oktoberfest and the old town — both roughly 20 minutes away by foot — making it a good option if you want to do a spot of sightseeing too. Complete with its Alpine-style bar, vaulted in traditional Bavarian beer hall style, and a selection of Italian and Bavarian cuisine, it makes for a fun family holiday base!
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