Best for
Art lovers can use the hotel as a base for Munich's Kunstareal, keeping museum visits close to their place to stay.
Best for
Art lovers can use the hotel as a base for Munich's Kunstareal, keeping museum visits close to their place to stay.
What makes it special
Ask about the Bavarian Brezel Experience to visit a bakery and learn pretzel making with a master baker during your stay.
Room to consider
Book a Deluxe Park View Room for views of the Old Botanical Garden, bringing a green outlook into your city stay.
Insider tip
Walk from The Charles to the Lenbachhaus to see the Blue Rider collection, where paintings by Kandinsky and Franz Marc trace Munich modernism.
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The Charles Hotel is a Rocco Forte hotel beside Munich's Old Botanical Garden. It stands in the Lenbachgärten quarter, close to Königsplatz, with 132 rooms, nine junior suites and 19 suites. The garden is a recurring presence here, seen through bedroom windows and reflected in the interiors. Florio Restaurant serves Italian cooking overlooking the park, and the spa's indoor pool keeps swimming independent of Munich's weather.
Ask for your preferred bedding setup when booking. Connections to another Classic Room or a Classic Suite must be confirmed by the hotel.
The Classic Room combines contemporary art with views over Munich buildings and the Maxvorstadt museum quarter. Its average size is 40 square meters, with space for up to two guests. The bed can be arranged as a king or twins.
A work desk and sitting area provide places to read or work away from the bed. Large windows draw in the city outlook, and a balcony forms part of the room. The limestone bathroom has a bathtub and separate walk-in shower. Irene Forte toiletries and Nymphenburg porcelain pieces add detail to the space.
You have a Smart TV, minibar, safe, coffee and tea in the room. Air conditioning and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi are included. In-room dining is available at any time of day.
Daily housekeeping provides a second service, with an additional late-evening visit on request. Same-day laundry and packing help are available. The Classic Room is non-smoking.
The Classic Room combines contemporary art with views over Munich buildings and the Maxvorstadt museum quarter. Its average size is 40 square meters, with space...
Confirm twin bedding when reserving. Extra beds are on request and subject to availability, at 110 EUR per night including VAT.
French balconies look over the Old Botanical Garden from the Deluxe Park View Room. Botanical colors, wicker details and garden-themed fabrics carry that outlook indoors. The room averages 40 square meters and accommodates up to two guests, with king or twin bedding.
The limestone and marble bathroom has a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower and heated floors. Irene Forte toiletries are provided. Porcelain artworks from Bavaria add an individual detail to the bathroom.
A Smart TV, personal safe and minibar are fitted in the room. Coffee and tea are available, along with complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. Air conditioning is included. You can order food through the 24-hour in-room dining service.
The room is non-smoking and has daily housekeeping, including a second service. Another late-evening visit can be requested. Staff can help with packing and unpacking, and same-day laundry is available when you need clothes cleaned during the stay.
French balconies look over the Old Botanical Garden from the Deluxe Park View Room. Botanical colors, wicker details and garden-themed fabrics carry that outlook indoors....
Ask the hotel to confirm twin bedding. A requested extra bed costs 110 EUR per night including VAT, subject to availability.
The Deluxe Panoramic Room looks across the Old Botanical Garden, with the Alps visible on clear days. A botanically inspired sitting area lets you take in the view indoors, and a balcony is also provided. This room averages 40 square meters and sleeps up to two guests, with king or twin bedding.
Heated floors run through the limestone bathroom. There is a bathtub and a separate walk-in shower, with Irene Forte bath products supplied. Porcelain artwork adds a local Bavarian detail to the space.
The practical equipment includes a Smart TV, minibar and personal safe. Coffee and tea are available in the room. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi keeps you connected, and in-room dining operates around the clock.
Housekeeping visits daily, with a second service included and a further late visit on request. You can use same-day laundry or ask for packing and unpacking help. This panoramic-view room is non-smoking.
The Deluxe Panoramic Room looks across the Old Botanical Garden, with the Alps visible on clear days. A botanically inspired sitting area lets you take...
Confirm twin bedding in advance. An extra bed can be requested at 110 EUR per night including VAT, subject to availability.
The City View Junior Suite has an average size of 45 square meters and accommodates up to two guests. Its windows look across Munich buildings. A king bed can be arranged as twins, and a sofa offers a place to sit away from the sleeping area.
Botanical artwork and fabrics draw on the nearby Old Botanical Garden. Striped wallpaper, rich textiles and antique books give the room its character. A separate work desk is provided. The bathroom has a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower and Irene Forte bath products.
The suite includes a Smart TV, minibar and personal safe. Coffee and tea are available, while high-speed Wi-Fi is complimentary. You can order in-room dining at any hour, day or night.
Daily housekeeping is accompanied by a second service. An additional late-evening visit can be arranged on request. Same-day laundry is offered, and staff can help pack your luggage. This city-view Junior Suite is non-smoking.
The City View Junior Suite has an average size of 45 square meters and accommodates up to two guests. Its windows look across Munich buildings....
Check if you are booking the Junior or Superior version. Confirm the bed setup too.
The Junior Suite comes in two versions. The city-view Junior Suite averages 45 square meters. The Superior Junior Suite averages 48 square meters and has park and city views. Both accommodate up to two guests and offer king or twin bedding.
Both versions have a sofa and work desk. A coffee table is also provided in the 48-square-meter Superior version. Natural colors and books give each version its character. Each version has a bathroom with a bathtub, separate walk-in shower and Irene Forte products. The balcony and heated bathroom floor belong to the 48-square-meter Superior version.
Each version includes a Smart TV, personal safe, minibar, coffee and tea. High-speed Wi-Fi is complimentary. The 48-square-meter version also has air conditioning. In-room dining can be ordered 24 hours a day.
Daily housekeeping includes another service later in the day. A further late-evening visit is available if requested. Same-day laundry and packing assistance are offered. Both Junior Suite versions are non-smoking.
The Junior Suite comes in two versions. The city-view Junior Suite averages 45 square meters. The Superior Junior Suite averages 48 square meters and has...
Confirm twin beds and connecting rooms. Extra beds are on request, if available. The fee is 110 EUR per night with VAT included.
The Deluxe Park View Junior Suite averages 50 square meters and accommodates up to two guests. King or twin bedding is available. A sofa, coffee table and work desk make up the sitting area, with park views towards the Lenbach Gardens and Munich buildings beyond.
The room uses natural tones, books and bright accents in the furnishings. A balcony provides outdoor access. In the limestone bathroom, there is a bathtub and a separate walk-in shower. Heated floors, artwork and Irene Forte bath products complete the space.
Air conditioning, a Smart TV, minibar and personal safe are included. The suite also has coffee and tea, plus complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. In-room dining is offered throughout the day and night.
Housekeeping is daily and includes a second service. You may request a further visit late in the evening. Same-day laundry and help packing or unpacking are available. The Deluxe Park View Junior Suite is non-smoking.
The Deluxe Park View Junior Suite averages 50 square meters and accommodates up to two guests. King or twin bedding is available. A sofa, coffee...
Ask for a connecting Classic Room when you book. This extra room is not part of the base suite.
City rooftops fill the view from the Classic Suite, which has floor-to-ceiling windows and French balcony doors. The suite averages 67 square meters and accommodates up to two guests. A king bed and a furnished sitting room provide space to rest or spend time indoors.
A kitchenette and guest toilet form part of the layout. The limestone bathroom has heated floors, a bathtub and a separate walk-in shower. You can watch its built-in television from the bath. Irene Forte bath products are also provided.
Coffee and tea, a minibar and a personal safe are supplied in the suite. Entertainment includes a Smart TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi is complimentary. You can order in-room dining at any hour.
This non-smoking suite receives daily housekeeping and a second service. An extra evening visit can be requested. Same-day laundry and help with packing and unpacking are offered during your stay.
City rooftops fill the view from the Classic Suite, which has floor-to-ceiling windows and French balcony doors. The suite averages 67 square meters and accommodates...
Confirm each bedroom's bed setup with the hotel. Any extra bed requires a request and availability check; the fee is 110 EUR per night including VAT.
With an average size of 113 square meters, the 2 Bedroom Signature Park View Suite accommodates up to four guests. It looks over the Old Botanical Garden and Munich rooftops. The main bedroom is round and has a dressing area, with king bedding provided in the suite.
A guest bedroom and living room form the rest of the layout. The suite has two bathrooms, a bathtub and separate walk-in shower, plus a guest toilet. The main bathroom has limestone finishes and a built-in television. Balcony access gives you another place to take in the outlook.
The suite includes a Smart TV, minibar, safe, coffee and tea. Wi-Fi is high-speed and complimentary. In-room dining is available 24 hours.
Daily housekeeping includes a second service and an extra late visit on request. Same-day laundry and help with packing are available. This two-bedroom suite is non-smoking.
With an average size of 113 square meters, the 2 Bedroom Signature Park View Suite accommodates up to four guests. It looks over the Old...
Request a connecting Deluxe Park View Room if you need more space. The hotel must confirm the combination.
The Signature Park View Suite occupies a corner position overlooking the Old Botanical Garden. Its open-plan layout averages 73 square meters and accommodates up to two guests. A king bed faces the view, with curved windows offering a wide outlook across the park.
Floor-to-ceiling glass and French balconies bring the garden into the room. The living area has furnishings in natural colors, and a dressing area sits beside the sleeping space. A limestone bathroom contains a bathtub and separate walk-in shower. There is a guest toilet as well.
A Smart TV, minibar and safe are fitted in the suite. Coffee and tea are provided, while high-speed Wi-Fi is complimentary. In-room dining is available 24 hours a day.
Housekeeping attends daily and provides a second service. You may ask for another visit late in the evening. Packing and unpacking assistance and same-day laundry are available. This park-facing suite is non-smoking.
The Signature Park View Suite occupies a corner position overlooking the Old Botanical Garden. Its open-plan layout averages 73 square meters and accommodates up to...
Ask for a connecting Deluxe Panoramic View Room. Confirm which rooms will connect before you book.
Curved balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows frame the view from the Signature Panoramic View Suite. It looks across the treetops of the Old Botanical Garden and Munich rooftops. The average size is 73 square meters, with a king bed and room for up to two guests.
Natural colors run through the living space, which has a dedicated dressing area. The limestone bathroom includes a bathtub and separate walk-in shower. A guest powder room is also provided. Wide windows give the suite a 180-degree outlook towards the park.
Coffee and tea, a minibar and a safe are supplied. A Smart TV and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi provide entertainment and connection. You can order meals through in-room dining around the clock.
The suite receives daily housekeeping and a second service. Another late-evening visit may be requested. Packing and unpacking help and same-day laundry are offered. Smoking is not allowed in the Signature Panoramic View Suite.
Curved balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows frame the view from the Signature Panoramic View Suite. It looks across the treetops of the Old Botanical Garden and...
Check the individual bedroom bed setups before booking. A requested extra bed is subject to availability and costs 110 EUR per night including VAT.
The 2 Bedroom Signature Panoramic Suite averages 113 m² for up to four guests. Its 180-degree views span the Old Botanical Garden's treetops and Munich rooftops. King bedding is supplied. The round main bedroom has a dressing area. A guest bedroom, living room and balcony are included.
Two bathrooms have a tub and separate walk-in shower. The main has limestone and a built-in TV. A guest powder room is separate.
Coffee, tea, a minibar, safe and Smart TV are provided. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is available. In-room dining runs 24 hours.
Daily housekeeping provides a second service. Extra late-evening service is on request. Same-day laundry and unpacking help are available. Smoking is prohibited.
The 2 Bedroom Signature Panoramic Suite averages 113 m² for up to four guests. Its 180-degree views span the Old Botanical Garden's treetops and Munich...
Extra beds are subject to availability and a request. The charge is 110 EUR per night including VAT; the stated guest limit remains unchanged.
A round king bedroom and a private terrace distinguish the Forte Suite. The suite averages 92 square meters and accommodates up to two guests. Nature-inspired furnishings echo the Old Botanical Garden, while the terrace looks towards the garden, city and, on clear days, the Alps.
Artworks hang in the living room, and a walk-in wardrobe provides clothing space. The bathroom is lined in limestone, with a bathtub and a separate walk-in shower. A guest toilet is also part of the layout. The suite can connect with other accommodation, subject to the hotel confirming the arrangement.
A Smart TV, minibar and safe are provided. You have coffee and tea in the suite, together with complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. In-room dining operates 24 hours a day for meals in your own space.
Housekeeping attends every day and provides a second service. You can request another visit late in the evening. Same-day laundry and help with packing or unpacking are available. The Forte Suite is non-smoking.
A round king bedroom and a private terrace distinguish the Forte Suite. The suite averages 92 square meters and accommodates up to two guests. Nature-inspired...
An extra bed may be requested, subject to availability, at 110 EUR per night including VAT. It does not increase the stated guest limit.
A private terrace frames views of the Old Botanical Garden, Munich rooftops and, on clear days, the Alps from the Lord Forte Suite. This top-floor corner suite averages 92 square meters. It has a king bed and accommodates up to two guests.
Inside, there is a sitting and dining area, with a dressing area and walk-in wardrobe for clothing. The limestone bathroom includes a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower and a built-in Smart TV. Irene Forte bath products are provided. A separate guest toilet completes the layout.
The suite has coffee and tea facilities, a minibar and a personal safe. There is a Smart TV for entertainment and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. Meals can be ordered through 24-hour in-room dining.
Daily housekeeping is followed by a second service; a further late-evening visit is available on request. Same-day laundry and assistance with packing or unpacking can be arranged. The Lord Forte Suite is non-smoking.
A private terrace frames views of the Old Botanical Garden, Munich rooftops and, on clear days, the Alps from the Lord Forte Suite. This top-floor...
Confirm each bedroom's bed setup when booking. A connection to Monforte Royal Suite can be requested and must be confirmed.
The 2 Bedroom Forte Suite averages 142 square meters and accommodates up to four guests. Two bedrooms and a living room look towards the Old Botanical Garden. King bedding is provided. The main bedroom is round and has a walk-in wardrobe, while a private terrace extends the space outdoors.
The suite has two limestone bathrooms, a bathtub and a separate walk-in shower. There is also a guest toilet and a kitchenette. Artworks decorate the sitting room, and nature-inspired furnishings continue the garden setting inside.
Coffee and tea are available in the suite, along with a minibar and personal safe. A Smart TV and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi are included. In-room dining is offered around the clock.
Daily housekeeping includes a second service. You can request a further visit late in the evening, as well as help with packing or unpacking. Same-day laundry is available. The suite is non-smoking.
The 2 Bedroom Forte Suite averages 142 square meters and accommodates up to four guests. Two bedrooms and a living room look towards the Old...
Connecting rooms are on request. Check the rooms and layout with the hotel before you book.
On the top floor, the Monforte Royal Suite has a private terrace with views across Munich and towards the Frauenkirche towers. Its average size is 200 square meters, with one king bedroom and space for up to two guests. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring light into the rooms.
A grand piano stands in the sitting room. There is a dining room, a separate study, a kitchenette and a walk-in wardrobe. The sea-green marble bathroom has a freestanding bathtub and a built-in TV. A private steam room, two walk-in rain showers and a guest toilet add to the layout. Irene Forte bath products are supplied.
The suite provides a Smart TV, minibar, safe, coffee and tea. High-speed Wi-Fi is complimentary, and in-room dining runs 24 hours.
Housekeeping comes daily, with a second service and a further late visit on request. Packing assistance and same-day laundry are available. Smoking is not permitted in this suite.
On the top floor, the Monforte Royal Suite has a private terrace with views across Munich and towards the Frauenkirche towers. Its average size is...
Built in 2007, The Charles brings contemporary architecture to its garden-side address. Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen worked with Olga Polizzi on the lobby, restaurant and bars. Their botanical theme carries through these spaces without making them identical. At reception, a curved plaster artwork by French artist François Mascarello provides a focal point behind the desk. Florio has two light sculptures by Haberdashery, incorporating 258 porcelain leaves.
A Classic Room measures 40 square meters and accommodates two guests, with a king bed that can be made into twins. A desk and sitting area share the room, while large windows look across the city toward historic buildings and Maxvorstadt. Contemporary artworks bring color to the interior. In the limestone bathroom, objects from Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory introduce a local craft connection alongside a bathtub and separate walk-in shower.
Deluxe Park View Rooms retain the same floor area but turn toward the Old Botanical Garden, with French balconies. Wicker details and green textiles bring that outlook into the room, while the limestone and marble bathrooms have heated floors. The distinction is primarily the view, so there is no need to move into a suite simply to face the garden. These rooms can also connect with another Deluxe Park View Room or selected suites, subject to the arrangement being confirmed.
For a wider outlook, the 40-square-meter Deluxe Panoramic View Room takes in Munich and, in clear weather, the Alps. The Classic Suite measures 67 square meters with city views, while the Signature Park View Suite has 73 square meters. Check the named outlook when selecting a category: a city-facing room and a garden-facing room give quite different perspectives on this address.
The Monforte Royal Suite occupies the top floor, with 200 square meters arranged around one bedroom, a study and a dining room. A grand piano stands in the sitting room, and the private terrace looks toward Munich's landmarks, including the Frauenkirche towers. Olga Polizzi and Magdalena Onisko created its interiors. The suite's individual rooms make it particularly relevant for a stay involving work or entertaining, while the bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe. Sea-green marble, a freestanding bathtub, two rain showers and a private steam room distinguish the bathroom.
The Two-Bedroom Family Room combines two Deluxe Park View Rooms into an 80-square-meter arrangement for four guests. Both bedrooms face the garden and have their own bathrooms. Larger groups can consider the Three-Bedroom Classic Suite, which joins a Classic Suite to two Classic Rooms, covering 147 square meters for six guests.
Practical family provisions include cribs, high chairs, bottle warmers and sterilizers; discuss what you need before arrival. Children's menus are available in the restaurants and through in-room dining, and babysitting can be arranged on request. The concierge can also organize city activities around the children's interests.
Florio Restaurant follows a classic Italian direction, with a seasonal menu created by Fulvio Pierangelini. Lunch and dinner are served daily in a dining room overlooking the Old Botanical Garden. On suitable days, the planted terrace extends the restaurant outdoors, with marble-topped tables and cushioned seating. It is a natural place to pause after a morning in Munich, with the garden still in sight. The restaurant recommends smart-casual dress and asks guests to avoid sportswear, shorts and beach shoes, a useful detail when planning to return directly from sightseeing.
Florio Bar continues the Italian theme through cocktails and small plates. Plants and botanical frescoes form the backdrop, and the interior leads onto the terrace. It gives the restaurant a companion space for a drink before dinner.
Circle Bar has a different character. Its Art Deco interior includes armchairs and antique gold lamps, with a Champagne selection, cocktails and small plates. The name refers to Mauro Staccioli's Ring sculpture outside the hotel. The wine list combines familiar Champagne houses with smaller producers, giving guests a reason to ask for guidance beyond their usual label. Books from the hotel's library offer company for a quieter visit.
The Charles Spa includes a 15-meter indoor pool and five treatment rooms. Around the bathing facilities are heated mosaic loungers, a Finnish sauna, a steam room and three foot baths. Treatments use Irene Forte Skincare. The facilities support a swim and time to rest without booking a treatment every visit, while the gym has Technogym equipment, free weights and cardiovascular machines. Its 24-hour opening is particularly useful after a late arrival or for an early workout. Personal training in the Old Botanical Garden and guided runs around Munich can also be arranged.
The spa itself opens from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Under-16s may visit between 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. with an accompanying adult, and cannot use the sauna or steam room. For a treatment appointment, the menu includes deep-tissue and hot-stone massages, as well as shorter foot massages. Confirm the current access schedule and preferred treatment time before arrival.
The address is Sophienstraße 28 in Munich, Germany, with Munich Central Station about a five-minute walk away. The hotel estimates a 40-minute drive from Munich Airport, though traffic can extend the journey. This proximity to the station is useful for a rail arrival without giving up the garden setting.
Königsplatz and the surrounding museum quarter are central to the appeal of staying here. The Lenbachhaus collection includes works by the Blue Rider group. The Neue Pinakothek is undergoing a multiyear closure, with selected works displayed at the Alte Pinakothek. Plan around individual museums rather than assuming all the Pinakothek buildings are open. A morning with one collection leaves time for lunch back at Florio and another part of Munich in the afternoon.
Florio's Italian menu changes with the seasons, giving returning guests new dishes to try alongside familiar flavors from Italy.
Gently warmed mosaic loungers offer a comfortable place to rest in the spa, adding a simple pause between Munich's museums and shops.
Bottle warmers, sterilizers, and high chairs are available upon request, giving parents fewer bulky baby essentials to pack for their stay in Munich.
Sophienstrasse 28, 80333 Munich, Germany
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Yes. The Charles Hotel Munich is a strong choice for travelers who want a refined luxury hotel beside the Old Botanical Garden. The hotel has 160 rooms and suites, Florio, Florio Bar, Circle Bar, Charles Spa, an indoor pool, and central Munich access.
The Charles Hotel Munich is at Sophienstrasse 28 in Munich, beside the Old Botanical Garden. The location works well for Karlsplatz, Konigsplatz, museums, Lenbachhaus, Munich Central Station, shopping, restaurants, and cultural plans.
The Charles Hotel Munich has 160 rooms and suites in a calm city-hotel setting. The mix suits couples, families, business travelers, art lovers, and visitors who want space near Munich's historic center.
Rooms and suites feel spacious, elegant, and bright, with botanical tones and contemporary comfort. Many overlook the Old Botanical Garden or Munich rooftops, with large windows, refined bathrooms, and a quiet residential mood.
The Charles Hotel Munich combines a peaceful garden-side address with easy access to museums, shopping, and transport. Its spacious rooms, art, botanical design, Italian dining, spa, indoor pool, and family-friendly service make it distinctive.
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