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A strong Old Town grand hotel, but room choice matters.
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Axel’s rating: 8.2/10 · A historic five-star grand hotel in Munich’s Old Town
Bayerischer Hof is a historic five-star grand hotel that earns its place through location, character and unusually extensive facilities. It's a strong pick for travelers who want Old Town sightseeing alongside rooftop drinks, substantial dining choices and a proper spa. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, comfortable accommodation and cleanliness. The Blue Spa’s pool, retractable glass roof and city views are genuine draws.
The reservation is consistency at luxury expectations. Rooms vary in style and condition, with dated interiors recurring in reviews; some guests also describe slow arrivals or uneven attention when busy. The lobby was redesigned in 2026, but that doesn't mean every bedroom has been refreshed. Breakfast and parking add to the bill unless included. We'd choose it for traditional Munich atmosphere and facilities, but skip it if uniformly contemporary rooms and seamless service are non-negotiable.
- Rooms
- Comfort generally scores well, but decor and condition vary; confirm the specific room design before booking.
- Cleanliness
- Strong overall feedback across booking sites, despite occasional bathroom-maintenance complaints.
- Service
- Helpful staff and concierge earn frequent praise; arrival efficiency and attention are less consistent.
- Amenities
- Extensive restaurants and bars, gym and rooftop Blue Spa; spa admission is included for overnight guests.
- Fees and surprises
- Check breakfast inclusion; parking costs extra. The reported entrance renovation dates to 2025, with the redesigned lobby unveiled in 2026.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Trip.com · wallpaper.com. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.
The location
Promenadeplatz 2-6, Munich
Excellent Old Town base, with central sights, shopping and public transport within walking distance.
Amenities and check-in
Extensive restaurants and bars, gym and rooftop Blue Spa; spa admission is included for overnight guests.
Check-in
after 3:00 PM
Check-out
before 12:00 PM
- Outdoor pool
- Hot tub
- Babysitting
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar
Additional hotel policies
- Hotel policies: Parking (on site): €37 per car per night; Breakfast: €42; Internet: €18 per guest per night; Extra bed: €85 per guest per night; Cot: €60 per guest per night; Deposit: 40 per room per stay; Pets: €30 per guest per stay
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Hotel Bayerischer Hof: from $466 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)
From $466 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Hotel Bayerischer Hof on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 8, 2026.
Hotel Bayerischer Hof is a historic five-star grand hotel in Munich’s Old Town in Munich, Germany.
Address: Promenadeplatz 2-6, Munich. Property ID: 1323203. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/munich/hotel-bayerischer-hof-1323203
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/munich/hotel-bayerischer-hof-1323203/2026-11-21/2-adults
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| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $1,742 | $3,571 on Expedia | $1,829 less (51%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
| Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights | $809 | $930 on Expedia | $121 less (13%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
| Dec 15 to Dec 17, 2026 · 2 nights | $899 | $1,005 on Expedia | $106 less (11%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
| Dec 22 to Dec 24, 2026 · 2 nights | $1,014 | $1,069 on Booking.com | $55 less (5%) | Nov 5 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
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1 night
Total price: $466 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.
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2 nights
Total price: $859 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-23 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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3 nights
Total price: $1,300 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-24 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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4 nights
Total price: $1,802 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-25 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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5 nights
Total price: $2,304 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-26 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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6 nights
Total price: $2,806 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-27 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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7 nights
Total price: $3,383 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-28 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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8 nights
Total price: $3,967 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-29 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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9 nights
Total price: $4,392 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-30 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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10 nights
Total price: $4,885 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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11 nights
Total price: $5,378 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-02 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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12 nights
Total price: $5,928 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-03 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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13 nights
Total price: $6,553 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-04 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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14 nights
Total price: $7,647 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-05 · 14 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel's take: 8.2/10
A strong Old Town grand hotel, but room choice matters. A historic five-star grand hotel in Munich’s Old Town, scored for what it is.
Bayerischer Hof is a historic five-star grand hotel that earns its place through location, character and unusually extensive facilities. It's a strong pick for travelers who want Old Town sightseeing alongside rooftop drinks, substantial dining choices and a proper spa. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, comfortable accommodation and cleanliness. The Blue Spa’s pool, retractable glass roof and city views are genuine draws.
The reservation is consistency at luxury expectations. Rooms vary in style and condition, with dated interiors recurring in reviews; some guests also describe slow arrivals or uneven attention when busy. The lobby was redesigned in 2026, but that doesn't mean every bedroom has been refreshed. Breakfast and parking add to the bill unless included. We'd choose it for traditional Munich atmosphere and facilities, but skip it if uniformly contemporary rooms and seamless service are non-negotiable.
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Best for: Old Town sightseeing and shopping; Travelers who enjoy traditional grand hotels; City breaks with spa time
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Watch out for: Variable room style and condition; Occasional service delays; Breakfast and parking supplements
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Location: Excellent Old Town base, with central sights, shopping and public transport within walking distance.
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Rooms: Comfort generally scores well, but decor and condition vary; confirm the specific room design before booking.
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Cleanliness: Strong overall feedback across booking sites, despite occasional bathroom-maintenance complaints.
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Service: Helpful staff and concierge earn frequent praise; arrival efficiency and attention are less consistent.
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Amenities: Extensive restaurants and bars, gym and rooftop Blue Spa; spa admission is included for overnight guests.
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Fees and surprises: Check breakfast inclusion; parking costs extra. The reported entrance renovation dates to 2025, with the redesigned lobby unveiled in 2026.
Axel's opinion of Hotel Bayerischer Hof, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Trip.com · wallpaper.com. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.
About Hotel Bayerischer Hof
- Property type: Hotel
- 5-star hotel
- The Leading Hotels of the World
- Promenadeplatz 2-6, Munich
- Guest rating: 4.4/5 on Google from 4,527 reviews (location 4.9/5)
- Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Munich International Airport: 33 min by taxi · New Town Hall: 6 min walk · Deutsches Museum: 9 min by taxi · English Garden: 17 min walk · Nymphenburg Palace: 17 min by taxi
- Hotel policies: Parking (on site): €37 per car per night; Breakfast: €42; Internet: €18 per guest per night; Extra bed: €85 per guest per night; Cot: €60 per guest per night; Deposit: 40 per room per stay; Pets: €30 per guest per stay
- Amenities: Outdoor pool, Hot tub, Babysitting, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center, Sauna, Spa, Parking (free), Valet parking, Airport shuttle (extra charge), Local shuttle, Pet-friendly, Full-service laundry, Accessible, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Business center
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Munich
Room types
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Source: ETG room descriptions.
Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge
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Standard Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
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Superior Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Superior Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
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Deluxe room
Deluxe Single room
Deluxe Single room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Deluxe Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
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Standard Double Junior Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Standard Twin Junior Suite (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
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Deluxe Double Junior Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Deluxe Twin Junior Suite (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
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Suite
043 Suite
Standard Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Graf Pilati style Sunny Ochre Yellow Suite
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Laura Ashley Suite
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Deluxe Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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237 Suite
Deluxe 045 Suite
Presidential Suite
- Room features: Fridge; Kitchen
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Presidential Garden Suite
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437 Suite
Graf Pilati style pearl gray Suite
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Trauminsel 535 Suite
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Panorama Suite
Bavarian 328 Suite
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Paris Suite
Bavarian 428 Suite
Gottschalk Suite
5th Avenue Suite
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