Picolo recommends · Hotel in Munich, Bavaria
Bayerischer Hof
A rooftop spa terrace where the church towers of the old town line up in front of you, and a whole small world of bars and dining below.
Step out onto the roof terrace in the late afternoon and the domes of the Frauenkirche and the old town spires are right there. Below you, Promenadeplatz is one of the most central squares in Munich, with Marienplatz a short stroll away.
For generations this has been where the city comes to celebrate. You can eat, drink and even catch a film without leaving the building, and rooms run from old-world Bavarian to clean and modern, so it pays to check which style you are booking.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Bayerischer Hof
We picked it because it does the big-hotel experience properly and puts you in the heart of the old town. For a first trip to Munich, it removes all the guesswork: everything is either inside the hotel or a few minutes away.
It is a large and busy house. When a trade fair or a gala is on, the lobby fills up and the calm disappears. If you want a small hotel where staff know your name, Cortiina or Hotel Opera will suit you better.
What you get
- Spa with a roof terrace
- Views over the old town towers
- Several restaurants and bars
- Cinema in the building
- Classic grand hotel service
A day at Bayerischer Hof
- Morning
- A morning swim and sauna in the rooftop spa.
- Midday
- A walk to Marienplatz and the Viktualienmarkt.
- Afternoon
- The galleries of the Kunstareal or a long lunch in the old town.
- Evening
- Dinner downstairs, then a late film in the hotel cinema.
Location
Altstadt, Munich, Germany
Open in MapsQuestions about Bayerischer Hof
Is Bayerischer Hof good for a first visit to Munich?
Yes. It sits on Promenadeplatz in the old town, so the main sights, shops and beer halls are within walking distance, and the hotel itself has places to eat and drink.
Does Bayerischer Hof have a spa?
Yes, the spa is on the top floor and has a terrace with views over the rooftops and church towers of central Munich.
Is Bayerischer Hof busy during trade fairs?
It can be. The hotel hosts many events, and during big fairs the public areas get crowded, so book early and expect a lively lobby.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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