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A sublime and striking hotel dating back to the 1840s, offering a combination of its past affluence and the modern influences of the present day, Bayerischer Hof will immediately showcase luxury and splendour to those who walk through its doors. Blessed by a superb location, guests at the hotel will be just steps from Munich’s central square, Marienplatz, as well as the city’s old town and the best of its shopping scene, ensuring it serves as an ideal base for discovering Munich’s highlights.

The hotel’s 19th-century façade is the first thing that will greet guests, with this sense of classical grandeur continuing within its interior in the shape of striking furnishings and architectural styles, while many of the rooms take on a historical theme. Despite this, there’s a significant modern edge also to be found throughout the hotel, courtesy of the vision of a renowned designer. This ensures that there’s a mixture of heritage and contemporary features found across the hotel’s 337 rooms and suites, all enjoying plenty of space, as well as a warm and tranquil vibe, with stylish bathrooms being another bonus.

The hotel is blessed by a range of fantastic facilities, including a collection of superb dining avenues, of which the three Michelin-starred ‘Atelier’ rules the roost. Here, guests can enjoy a choice of a five or seven-course menu, serving up some of Europe’s most exciting and innovative cuisine. Of the six on-site bars, including one found in the hotel’s very own night club, the award-winning ‘Falk’s Bar’ is the most fascinating, found in the famous Hall of Mirrors, which dates back to 1839 and is the only room at the hotel to have survived WWII unscathed. The benefits don’t end there, as guests can also do everything from being pampered in the wonderful spa and taking a soak in the inviting swimming pool, to enjoying a comedy show at the in-house theatre and catching a film at the cinema.

Rebuilt after the Second World War and capturing the grandeur of its former self, Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski is one of Munich’s most historic hotels. Originally opened in the 1850s, today the hotel showcases its classicist-gothic origins, but with a touch of modernity in its interiors and amongst its facilities. Located amid the splendour and affluence of Maximilianstrasse, with its high-end boutique stores, Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski effortlessly rubs shoulders with the luxurious character of this renowned street, all while providing a great base for discovering the rest of Munich.

During a stay at Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski, guests will have a choice of 230 rooms and 67 suites, all offering plenty of living space, as well as touches such as refined decor and attractive pieces of art and furnishings. Despite its classic heritage, guest rooms also benefit from modern touches, with the likes of iPads found in every room, alongside television and Hi-Fi facilities.

Indulgence comes easy courtesy of the hotel’s numerous wining and dining avenues, beginning in the grand and breathtaking hotel lobby, where guests can enjoy everything from a pre-dinner cocktail to an afternoon tea experience. Casual drinks can also be sipped in the Jahreszeiten Bar, while Bavarian-style dining is best experienced at the Schwarzreiter Tagesbar & Restaurant, which looks out across Maximilianstrasse. For another type of indulgence, head to the superb spa for a range of rejuvenating treatment options, while the fitness centre and swimming pool are also ready to make your stay extra rewarding.

Long renowned among travellers and locals and recognised as one of Munich’s most rewarding central hotels, the Mandarin Oriental promises a luxurious, relaxing and convenient stay at the heart of Munich’s Old Town. The hotel is located in easy reach of both atmospheric Marienplatz and some of Munich’s most inviting shopping streets, while the presentation of the hotel itself is in keeping with the brand’s ‘oriental’ style, further blessed by features such as bespoke furnishings and original artworks.

The prestige of this Mandarin Oriental hotel is evident in all of its 73 guest rooms and suites, with a distinctly boutique character defined by its decor and furnishings, including the likes of attractive cherry-wood features and striking pieces of artistry. They enjoy plenty of space and light too, with many boasting lovely views of the city, while state-of-the-art features, such as Bang & Olufsen televisions, present a modern influence in the layout of the rooms.

Guests at the Mandarin Oriental will benefit from some fantastic dining opportunities, primarily in the aromatic offerings of the Nobu Matsuhisa’s renowned new style Japanese-Peruvian cuisine. During the summer months, The Terrace offers al fresco dining and cocktails, while The Lounge is an ideal place to relax and mingle with other guests. Ory is another appealing bar, with its chic design and delicious cocktails, making it the perfect space for an evening of indulgence. For those hoping to get active during their stay, an on-site fitness centre is the place to go, while the sauna and steam rooms will help to relax you after your workout.