Munich offers a unique combination of metropolitan flair, versatile nature, vivid modernity and fascinating history all year around. The elegant The Charles Hotel, the Bavarian jewel of the Rocco Forte Hotels, is situated in the very heart of the city adjacent to the Old Botanical Garden and is the ideal starting point for business and leisure guests, with the Koenigsplatz, the old town and superb shopping opportunities just a short walk away.
The luxurious new-build 5-star-superior Hotel provides the same attention to detail, exceptional levels of comfort and personal service for which Rocco Forte Hotels have become so well known. The Charles Hotel is the newest five star hotel in Munich and offers besides the biggest standard rooms of the city, 24 luxurious and effortlessly sophisticated suites. The 200 square meters Royal Suite "Monforte" is located on the top floor and provides a rooftop terrace with magnificent view to the Alps. The complete 8th floor can also be booked as a private floor, existing of 4 Bedrooms. The furnishings and decorations of all rooms and suites reflect the region and mirror the impressive design style of Olga Polizzi, the creative interior designer of the Rocco Forte Hotels and sister of the founder Sir Rocco.
The newly opened Sophia's Restaurant & Bar presents the concept of botanical bistronomy and is all about gastronomic excellence and refined food in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Guests should not miss the beautiful sun terrace next to the Old Botanical Garden which creates the perfect setting for an unforgettable experience.
The 800 square meters The Charles Spa has the largest indoor hotel pool in Munich, heated relax chairs, steam bath, sauna, wellness showers, relaxation room as well as five treatment rooms for relaxing spa rituals. A modern fitness room equipped with the latest cardiovascular and muscle building appliances from TechnoGym with integrated TV screens offers sportsmen and women a comprehensive workout. On request a personal trainer is at your disposal for fitness, nourishment and exercise questions, health check as well as Yoga, Pilates or Thai Chi classes.
Exclusive Amenities
- Full Breakfast for two daily
- $100 USD Food and Beverage credit, per room, per stay
The following amenities are subject to availability at time of check-in/departure:
- Upgrade (certain Suite categories may be excluded)
- Early Check-In
- Late Check-Out
Local Area Attractions
Shopping: Stachus,Kaufinger Strasse and Marienplatz
Munich’s main shopping area between Stachus and Marienplatz offers a selection of bigger shopping houses like Oberpollinger, Ludwig Beck and Rathauseck as well as small shops. Opening hours from Monday to Saturday may vary slightly but are in general from 09.30am to 8.00pm. No Shops are opened on Sunday. Goods: Shops of major European retailers.
Shopping: Theatiner Strasse, Maximilian Strasse and Brienner Strasse
In this area you will find a huge selection of designers like Versace, Gucci, Boss, Escada, Donna Karan, Louis Vuitton, Burberry and Todds as well as small shopping malls like the Fuenf Hoefe and the Maximilianhoefe. Opening hours from Monday to Saturday may vary slightly but are in general from 10.00am to 6.30pm. No Shops are opened on Sunday. Goods: Designer shops / Boutiques
Viktualien Markt
The Viktualien Markt is Munich’s oldest and biggest market in the city centre. Vendors offer vegetables, fruits, milk, cheese, meet, seafood, wines and flowers for example. You have the possibility to have typical Bavarian sausages and other traditional food and beverages. Enjoy a walk over the Viktualien Markt, it is opened from Monday to Saturday.
Englischer Garten
The Englische Garten is worldwide one of the biggest Parks located in the city centre and invites for walks and relaxation. The Englische Garten also attracts with the Monopteros, a small temple from 1837 and with the Chinesische Turm, a wooden pagode of five floors and a Biergarten next to the Chinesische Turm.
Oktoberfest
The Oktoberfest starts every year in the end of September and goes over 16 days. Around six million guests from all over the world visit Munich during this time to enjoy the “Wiesn”.