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Luxury hotels in Upper Bavaria

A curated list of 5-star luxury hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in December 2022.

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Upper Bavaria. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 MOMA1890 Boutique Hotel Munich, Germany

    MOMA1890 Boutique Hotel

    ***** Hotel. MOMA1890 is a boutique hotel in Munich's artist district Haidhausen. Each of the 51 rooms was designed differently by architect Kurt Seidel. Highlights he set with designer furniture from Vitra, Le Corbusier, Hansen, Eames & Co. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 208 EUR.

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  • 2 Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt Rottach-Egern, Germany

    ***** Hotel. Directly on the banks of Lake Tegernsee, this 5-star hotel offers an exclusive spa and a 3-star restaurant. Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt features soundproofed rooms with free WiFi and great views of the Bavarian Alpine foothills. All rooms and suites at Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt are elegantly decorated, and come with a spacious balcony or terrace as well a marble bathroom with complimentary Penhaligons toiletries. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 315 EUR.

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  • 3 Mandarin Oriental, Munich Munich, Germany

    Mandarin Oriental, Munich

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Munich. Luxurious rooms, and the famous Matsuhisa, Munich restaurant are featured at this 5-star hotel in the heart of Munich's Old Town. It lies in a quiet side street, a 5-minute walk from Marienplatz Square, just around the corner from the Maximilianstraße shopping street and a short walk from all main attractions. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 680 EUR.

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  • 4 Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor, By Hyatt Munich, Germany

    Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor, By Hyatt

    ***** Hotel. This luxury hotel is situated at the Schwabinger Tor in Munich, between the Olympic Stadium and the English Garden. It features a spa, fitness centre and pool area with sundecks and a rooftop bar offering 360° views of the city and towards the Alps. Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor - a concept by Hyatt provides rooms and suites with sophisticated interior details and inspiring art. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 261 EUR.

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  • 5 Hotel München Palace Munich, Germany

    Hotel München Palace

    ***** Hotel. This luxury 5-star hotel is situated on the quiet upper banks of the River Isar in central Munich, near the English Garden. It offers elegant rooms with a free minibar, flat-screen TV and marble bathroom. The rooms at the Hotel München Palace also feature parquet floors. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 248 EUR.

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  • 6 Residenz Heinz Winkler Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

    Residenz Heinz Winkler

    ***** Hotel. This 5-star hotel is located in the town of Aschau, just a few minutes’ walk from the Prien river, boasting wonderful views of the mountains from many of the rooms. The Residenz Heinz Winkler offers individually and charmingly decorated rooms in which Wi-Fi access is available. The 2 star Michelin rated Residenz Heinz Winkler restaurant offers a unique ambience and fine, gourmet cuisine. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 212 EUR.

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  • 7 Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski München Munich, Germany

    Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski München

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Munich. An elegant spa with pool and panoramic city views are featured at this 5-star hotel. It is centrally located in Munich, a 5-minute walk from Marienplatz Square. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 425 EUR.

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  • 8 Parkhotel Egerner Höfe Rottach-Egern, Germany

    ***** Hotel. Located in Rottach-Egerns in the Bavarian Alps, this 5-star hotel offers a restaurant, exclusive spa facilities, and free WiFi. The scenic Tegernsee lake is just a 5-minute walk away. The spacious rooms and suites of the Parkhotel Egerner Höfe feature a modern, country-style design. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 328 EUR.

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  • 9 Sofitel Munich Bayerpost Munich, Germany

    Sofitel Munich Bayerpost

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Munich. Extensively renovated in 2017, this 5-star hotel is an historic building offering modern interior design and free Wi-Fi, just 100 metres from Munich Main Station. Spa facilities at the Sofitel Munich include massages and a sauna. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 217 EUR.

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  • 10 Hotel Bayerischer Hof Munich, Germany

    Hotel Bayerischer Hof

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Munich. Offering 5 gourmet restaurants, 6 bars, and an exclusive spa with rooftop pool, this historic 5-star hotel is located directly in Munich’s fashionable shopping district. The luxurious rooms and suites of the Hotel Bayerischer Hof each feature an original design, ranging from cosmopolitan to colonial style. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 340 EUR.

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  • 11 BEYOND by Geisel Munich, Germany

    BEYOND by Geisel

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Munich. BEYOND by Geisel is a residence in front of Munich Town Hall. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 368 EUR.

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  • 12 DO & CO Hotel München Munich, Germany

    DO & CO Hotel München

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Munich. DO & CO Hotel München features a fitness centre, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Munich. The property is close to Bavarian State Opera, Munich Residence and Marienplatz. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 350 EUR.

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  • 13 Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden Berchtesgaden, Germany

    Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden

    ***** Resort. Offering an outdoor pool and an indoor pool, as well as a picturesque view of the mountains, Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden is located in Berchtesgaden. The accommodation will provide you with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a minibar. Featuring a bath, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and bathrobes. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 244 EUR.

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  • 14 Das Tegernsee Tegernsee, Germany

    Das Tegernsee

    ***** Hotel. This hotel stands within a grand castle estate overlooking Tegernsee Lake, and offers a wellness area, outdoor and indoor pools and a sauna. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Das Tegernsee offers rooms within the Art Nouveau-style Sengerschloß castle and in its neighbouring buildings. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 249 EUR.

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  • 15 Rocco Forte The Charles Hotel Munich, Germany

    Rocco Forte The Charles Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Munich. Overlooking the Old Botanical Garden, this 5-star design hotel in Munich offers an exclusive spa with indoor pool, soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi, and an elegant Neo Bistro with terrace and bar. The air-conditioned rooms and suites of the Rocco Forte The Charles Hotel feature a flat-screen TV, a limestone bathroom with a bathtub and a separate walk-in shower. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 470 EUR.

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  • 16 Spa & Resort Bachmair Weissach Rottach-Egern, Germany

    ***** Hotel. Just a 3-minute drive from scenic Lake Tegernsee, this hotel in the Bavarian town of Rottach-Egern offers elegant rooms, gourmet food and a spa with large swimming pool. Decorated in neutral tones, all rooms and suites at Spa & Resort Bachmair Weissach feature elegant interiors and high-quality furnishings. Rooms are complete with comfortable beds, free WiFi and a modern bathroom. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 321 EUR.

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  • 17 Hyperion Hotel München Munich, Germany

    Hyperion Hotel München

    ***** Hotel. This elegant new hotel is situated 4 km east of Munich city centre and a 10-minute drive from the Munich Trade Fair. The Hyperion Hotel München offers a gym, a 24-hour reception and free WiFi. All rooms at the Hyperion Hotel München are spacious and air-conditioned. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 126 EUR.

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  • 18 Louis Hotel Munich, Germany

    Louis Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Munich. This hotel in central Munich offers stylish rooms with flat-screen TV and French balcony. It features a Japanese restaurant and is located beside the Viktualienmarkt, a 2-minute walk from Marienplatz. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 239 EUR.

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  • 19 Alpenhof Murnau Murnau am Staffelsee, Germany

    ***** Hotel. This 5-star country guest house in Murnau boasts luxurious spa and health facilities and an idyllic location next to the Murnauer Moos reserve. It offers breathtaking views of the Bavarian Alps. The elegant rooms at Alpenhof Murnau are decorated in a traditional Alpine style. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 200 EUR.

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  • 20 Romantik Alpenhotel Waxenstein Grainau, Germany

    Romantik Alpenhotel Waxenstein

    ***** Hotel. Located at the foot of the Bavarian Alps, Romantik Alpenhotel Waxenstein offers panoramic views, a gourmet restaurant and a spa area with indoor pool. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and on-site parking. Country-style rooms at Romantik Hotel Waxenstein feature a flat-screen TV, minibar, safe, tea/coffee facilities and a telephone. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 186 EUR.

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  • 21 Roomers Munich, Autograph Collection Munich, Germany

    Roomers Munich, Autograph Collection

    ***** Hotel. Set in Munich, a 16-minute walk from Oktoberfest - Theresienwiese, Roomers Munich, Autograph Collection boasts free WiFi. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Local points of interest like Karlsplatz (Stachus) and Sendlinger Tor are both reachable within 2. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 178 EUR.

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  • 22 Hyperion Hotel Garmisch – Partenkirchen Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

    Hyperion Hotel Garmisch – Partenkirchen

    ***** Hotel. Located in the winter sports resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Hyperion Hotel Garmisch – Partenkirchen offers modern rooms, a daily breakfast buffet and an indoor heated pool. The Olympia Stadium is 800 metres away. Decorated in bright colour schemes, the Hyperion Hotel Garmisch – Partenkirchen's rooms have been completely modernised and refurbished. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 246 EUR.

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  • 23 The Westin Grand Munich Munich, Germany

    The Westin Grand Munich

    ***** Hotel. This luxurious hotel offers 2 restaurants, a beer garden, a bar and a 4.9 ft² spa with 24-hour gym and a large indoor pool. The Westin Grand offers spectacular city views and is a 10-minute underground ride from Stachus in central Munich. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 129 EUR.

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  • 24 Le Méridien Munich Munich, Germany

    Le Méridien Munich

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Munich. Featuring an attractive lobby and a spa area with one of the city's longest hotel pools, this hotel is located just 50 metres from Munich Main Station in the heart of the city. It offers designer interiors, free WiFi for up to 3 devices and free admission to selected cultural sights. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 169 EUR.

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  • 25 Ferienparadies Alpenglühn Berchtesgaden, Germany

    Ferienparadies Alpenglühn

    ***** Guest house. Offering stunning views of the Bavarian Alps, Ferienparadies Alpenglühn features a children’s play area with trampoline. Guests can enjoy the hot tub and on-site spa with sauna and outdoor pool. Including a fully equipped kitchen and comfortable seating area with TV, each apartment is decorated in a modern colour scheme. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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  • 26 Chalet Ruhpolding Bayern Ruhpolding, Germany

    Chalet Ruhpolding Bayern

    ***** Chalet. Boasting mountain views, Chalet Ruhpolding Bayern offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a balcony, around 9 km from Max Aicher Arena. The 5-star chalet features garden views and is 41 km from Klessheim Castle. Featuring a Xbox 360, the chalet has a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the chalet. The chalet offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna and terrace. A barbecue is available for guests to use at Chalet Ruhpolding Bayern. Europark is 44 km from the accommodation, while Red Bull Arena is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Salzburg W. A. Mozart Airport, 42 km from Chalet Ruhpolding Bayern. Guest review score 10.0

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