The Koenigshof sits on Karlsplatz, at the western gateway to the old town, and it combines a classic grand-hotel address with a rooftop that brings city views. It is a five-star property, and its position is excellent for exploring on foot: Karlsplatz (Stachus), with its U-Bahn and S-Bahn stations, is about two minutes away, Sendlinger Tor about eight, Marienplatz about 11, the Viktualienmarkt about 12 and the Theresienwiese about 16. Dining is at Greta Oto, an on-site restaurant serving Latin American cuisine with city views, a rooftop terrace and a bar, so you do not need to leave the hotel for a drink with a view. The spa offers massages, facials, in-room treatments and manicures by reservation, there is a 24-hour gym, and the rooms are soundproofed, a useful feature on a busy square. Room categories begin with Deluxe rooms of about 380 square feet, rise through corner rooms and junior rooms of about 540 to 590 square feet, and include Grand Suites and a Panorama Suite of around 915 square feet, up to large presidential suites for special occasions. Breakfast is a buffet at a high extra charge, parking is available at a daily rate and pets, both cats and dogs, are accepted for a fee. It suits couples, business travellers and anyone who wants a polished hotel with quick transport connections and a rooftop bar.
Location
Karlsplatz 25 is the heart of the transport network, with trams, U-Bahn and S-Bahn all within a minute or two, so the airport, the main station and the main sights are easy to reach. From the door you can walk into the pedestrian zone and on to Marienplatz in about 11 minutes. The Frauenkirche, the Hofbraeuhaus and the Viktualienmarkt are within a short stroll beyond. The airport is around 42 minutes by car, though the S-Bahn is cheaper.
Who it suits
Couples and business travellers who like a grand address and a rooftop bar, and shoppers who want the Neuhauser Strasse shops on the doorstep. Families can ask about the larger suites, though there are few child-focused facilities. Because Karlsplatz is a busy junction, the soundproofing is welcome, and light sleepers should ask about room orientation when they book.
Compared with nearby options
The Bayerischer Hof, the Sofitel Bayerpost and the Charles are all in the same price bracket, with the Sofitel and the Charles offering pools that the Koenigshof lacks. The Koenigshof's strengths are its rooftop restaurant and bar, its transport hub position and its polished service. Expect higher rates during Oktoberfest, trade fairs and the Christmas market period, and note that breakfast is expensive, so consider a nearby bakery.
Why stay here
- ✓Greta Oto Latin American restaurant
- ✓Rooftop terrace and bar with city views
- ✓Spa treatments by reservation
- ✓24-hour gym
- ✓Soundproofed rooms
- ✓Two minutes to Karlsplatz Stachus
- ✓Pet friendly
- ✓Concierge and 24-hour front desk
Good questions
How far is the Koenigshof from Marienplatz?+
About 11 minutes on foot. Karlsplatz (Stachus) is about two minutes away.
Does the hotel have a rooftop?+
Yes. Greta Oto serves Latin American cuisine with city views, and there is a rooftop terrace and bar.
Are the rooms quiet?+
The rooms are soundproofed, which helps on a busy square.
