The Mandarin Oriental occupies one of the best old town positions in Munich, on Neuturmstrasse, just off the Platzl and a stone's throw from the Hofbraeuhaus. Walking times show how central it is: the Hofbraeuhaus and the Beer and Oktoberfest Museum are about two minutes away, the Viktualienmarkt three, and Marienplatz and the Old Town Hall five, with Marienplatz station around seven and the Residenz and the Deutsches Museum close by. It is a five-star hotel with a rooftop that is the main reason many guests choose it: a heated pool with views toward the Frauenkirche and, on a clear day, the Alps, a terrace and the Ory Bar. Dining is a strength, with Matsuhisa Munich serving Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, including a small live counter, the Munich Sushi Club and The Lounge for afternoon tea. There is a 24-hour gym, and spa treatments such as body wraps, massages and manicures can be arranged by reservation, though you should confirm what is offered on site when you book. Rooms start at a Deluxe King of around 355 square feet and rise through a range of suites, including terrace suites and a Bavaria Suite, with family suites that sleep four. Valet parking and an airport shuttle on request are available at a charge. It suits couples, special-occasion trips and anyone who wants the old town on the doorstep without giving up a pool and serious restaurants.
Location
Neuturmstrasse is a short street in the Altstadt, close to the Platzl and the Hofbraeuhaus. From the door you can walk to the Viktualienmarkt in about three minutes and to Marienplatz in five, and the Residenz, the opera and Maximilianstrasse's shops are within a few minutes more. Marienplatz station is about seven minutes away and the Kammerspiele tram stop four. The airport is around 38 minutes by car, and the hotel offers an airport shuttle on request, at an extra charge.
Who it suits
Couples, honeymooners and travellers who want a high-end base in the pedestrian centre, with a rooftop pool and good dining on site. Families can book the larger family suites, and the pool is a draw for children as well. Light sleepers should ask for a quiet room, since the old town streets are lively in the evening. Visitors who prefer a quiet, residential setting might choose a hotel in Maxvorstadt or Haidhausen instead.
Compared with nearby options
The Cortiina, a short walk away, is a smaller boutique hotel with a similar location, while the Bayerischer Hof and the Kempinski offer a more traditional grand-hotel style. The Mandarin Oriental's advantages are its rooftop pool, its restaurant line-up and the speed with which you reach the main sights on foot. Expect high rates during Oktoberfest, trade fairs and December, and check for better prices in the quieter winter months.
Why stay here
- ✓Heated rooftop pool with views
- ✓Rooftop terrace and Ory Bar
- ✓Matsuhisa Munich restaurant
- ✓Munich Sushi Club
- ✓Two minutes to the Hofbraeuhaus
- ✓Five minutes to Marienplatz
- ✓24-hour gym
- ✓Airport shuttle on request
Good questions
How far is the Mandarin Oriental from Marienplatz?+
About five minutes on foot. The Hofbraeuhaus is about two minutes away and the Viktualienmarkt about three.
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Yes. There is a heated rooftop pool with views toward the Frauenkirche and the Alps, plus a terrace and bar.
What restaurants are in the hotel?+
Matsuhisa Munich, serving Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, the Munich Sushi Club, the Ory Bar and The Lounge for afternoon tea.
