Must-see hotels in Bavaria

  • Hotel Deutscher Kaiser

    Nuremberg

    Aristocratic in its design and service, this centrally located treat of a historic hotel has been in the same family since the turn of the 20th century…

  • Burg-Hotel

    Rothenburg ob der Tauber

    Each of the 17 elegantly furnished guest rooms at this boutique hotel built into the town walls has its own private sitting area. The lower floors shelter…

  • Dinkelsbühler Kunst-Stuben

    The Romantic Road

    Personal attention and charm by the bucketload make this guesthouse, situated near the westernmost gate (Segringer Tor), one of the best on the entire…

  • Louis Hotel

    Munich

    An air of relaxed sophistication pervades the scene-savvy Louis, where 72 good-sized rooms are furnished in nut and oak, natural stone and elegant tiles…

  • Flushing Meadows

    Munich

    Urban explorers keen on up-to-the-minute design cherish this new contender on the top two floors of a former postal office in hip Glockenbachviertel. Each…

  • Elements Hotel

    Regensburg

    Four elements, four rooms, and what rooms they are! 'Fire' blazes in plush crimson; while 'Water' is a wellness suite with a hot tub; 'Air' is playful and…

  • La Maison

    Munich

    Situated in the cool area of Schwabing, this discerningly retro hotel comes immaculately presented in shades of imperial purple and ubercool grey. Rooms…

  • Hotel Herrnschlösschen

    Rothenburg ob der Tauber

    Occupying a 900-year-old mansion, this top-class hotel is a blend of ancient and new, with Gothic arches leaping over faux-retro furniture and ageing oak…

  • Hotel Orphée

    Regensburg

    Behind a humble door lies a world of genuine charm, unexpected extras and ample attention to detail. The striped floors, wrought-iron beds, original sinks…

  • Bayerischer Hof

    Munich

    Around since 1841, this is one of the grande dames of the Munich hotel world. Rooms come in a number of styles, from busy Laura Ashley to minimalist…

  • Schlosshotel Harburg

    The Romantic Road

    One of the most truly romantic places to stay on the RR, part of Harburg Castle has been transformed into a very comfortable hotel which combines the…

  • Hotel Laimer Hof

    Munich

    A mere a five-minute aristocratic amble from Schloss Nymphenburg, this commendably tranquil refuge is run by a friendly team who take time to get to know…

  • Hotel Reikartz Vier Jahreszeiten

    Berchtesgaden

    For a taste of Berchtesgaden’s storied past, stay at this traditional lodge where Bavarian royalty once crumpled the sheets. Rooms are very well kept and…

  • Hotel Schloss Ort

    Passau

    The most characterful place to sleep in Passau, this 800-year-old medieval palace by the Inn River conceals a soothingly tranquil boutique hotel,…

  • Reindl’s Partenkirchner Hof

    Garmisch-Partenkirchen

    Reindl's may not look worthy of its five stars from street level, but this elegant, tri-winged luxury hotel is stacked with perks, a wine bar and a top…

  • Kult Hotel

    Regensburg & the Danube

    The most eye-catching feature of rooms at this exciting design hotel, 2km northeast of the city centre, is the painted ceilings, each one a slightly saucy…

  • Hotel Sankt Nepomuk

    Bamberg

    Aptly named after the patron saint of bridges, this is a classy establishment in a half-timbered former mill right on the Regnitz. It has a superb…

  • Hotel Mandarin Oriental Munich

    Munich

    These magnificent neo-Renaissance digs lure the world's glamorous, rich, powerful and famous with opulently understated rooms and top-notch service. Paul…

  • Hotel Sonne

    Füssen

    Although traditional looking from outside, this Altstadt favourite offers an unexpected design-hotel experience within. Themed rooms feature everything…

  • Hotel Cocoon

    Munich

    Fans of retro design will strike gold in this central lifestyle hotel. Things kick off in reception, with its faux-'70s veneer and dangling '60s ball…

  • Hotel Ritzi

    Munich

    At this charming art hotel next to a little park, creaky wooden stairs (no lift) lead to 25 rooms that transport you to the Caribbean, Africa, Morocco and…

  • Dom Hotel

    Augsburg

    Augsburg's top choice packs a 500-year-old former bishop's guesthouse (Martin Luther and Kaiser Maximilian I stayed here) with 57 rooms, all different but…

  • Das Reiners

    Regensburg & the Danube

    This elegant hotel in Grafenau is good value for the weary traveller. The stylish rooms are spacious and most have balconies. Guests are treated to a pool…

  • Hotel Königshof

    Munich

    Over-the-top luxury and obsessive attention to detail make the 'King's Court' a real treat if you like that sort of thing. Rooms range from better-than…

  • Hotel Residenzschloss

    Bamberg

    Bamberg’s grandest digs occupy a palatial building formerly used as a hospital. But have no fear, as the swanky furnishings – from the Roman-style steam…

  • Hotel Goldenes Kreuz

    Regensburg

    Surely the best deal in town, the nine fairy-tale rooms each bear the name of a crowned head and are fit for a kaiser. Huge mirrors, dark antique and…

  • Oberstdorf Hostel

    Bavarian Alps

    This very family-friendly hostel in the village of Tiefenbach is around 10 minutes by car from Oberstdorf train station. Rooms with up to six beds are…

  • Haus Edelweiss

    Bavarian Alps

    As crisp and sparkling as freshly fallen alpine snow, this recently completed apartment hotel just a couple of blocks from the tourist office has 19…

  • Hotel Opéra

    Munich

    Like the gates to heaven, a white double door opens at the touch of a tiny brass button at the Hotel Opéra. Beyond awaits a smart, petite cocoon of quiet…

  • Deutsches Haus

    The Romantic Road

    Concealed behind the town's most ornate and out-of-kilter facade, the 19 elegant rooms at this central inn opposite the Münster St Georg flaunt antique…

  • Cortiina

    Munich

    Tiptoeing between hip and haute, this hotel scores best with trendy, design-minded travellers. The street-level lounge usually buzzes with cocktail…

  • Gästehaus Richter

    Bavarian Alps

    The best deal in Oberammergau, this family-run guesthouse offers well-maintained rooms with some traditional Alpine elements, guest kitchen and a hearty…

  • Burghotel

    Nuremberg

    The mock-Gothic reception area and lantern-lit corridors (watch your head) indicate you're in for a slightly different hotel experience here. The small…

  • Art & Business Hotel

    Nuremberg

    No need to be an artist or a businessperson to sleep at this up-to-the-minute place, a short amble from the Hauptbahnhof. From the trendy bar to the…

  • Hotel Wilder Mann

    Passau

    Sharing space with the Glasmuseum, this historic hotel boasts former guests ranging from Empress Elisabeth (Sisi) of Austria to Yoko Ono. In the rooms,…

  • Art Hotel Ana Flair

    The Romantic Road

    One of the few hotels outside the historical walls, the crisply contemporary Ana Flair, right opposite the train station, is the latest addition to the…

  • DJH Hostel

    Garmisch-Partenkirchen

    The standards at this smart, immaculately maintained hostel are as good as at some chain hotels. Rooms have Ikea-style furnishings and fruity colour…

  • Hotel Mariandl

    Munich

    If you like your history laced with quirkiness, you'll be delighted with this rambling neo-Gothic mansion. It's an utterly charming place where rooms…

  • Hotel am Markt

    Munich

    As supercentral as you could wish, this slender, medieval-style hotel occupies a gabled and turreted building overlooking the Viktualienmarkt. Bedrooms…

  • Brook Lane Hostel

    Regensburg

    Regensburg’s only backpacker hostel has its very own convenience store, which doubles up as reception, but it isn't open 24 hours, so late landers should…