The Mandarin in Munich is located right down the block from the Hofbrau Haus, and while you can go to grab a nice cold pint with the band blaring over some brats, you have an island of comfort and peace awaiting you. This is a superb location from which to explore this grand city. The old, cobbled streets are at your feet right outside the front door in a quiet neighborhood.

The lobby is well appointed, spacious and with a comfortable bar. The rooms are large and modern, with huge double opening windows for fresh air on nice weather days. The front desk was very attentive and helpful.

This was a business trip and the Mandarin held up their end.

The location is perfect for tourist and shoppers from high recognition brand name goods. The staff speak many languages, from Europe and the Middle East, and it is an open lobby space that awaits you when you come in.

Sometimes the guests are a bit snooty, but the staff are not, so it is a pleasure to be served by them.

I stayed here only for a couple of nights on my recent business trip to Munich, but that was enought to be impressed. Along with Intercontinental, Mandarin is one of my favorite hotel chains (the ones in Tokyo and Singapore are my favorites), and this one more than fulfilled my expectations of the great chain.

PROS

Location, food (do not miss the great breakfast buffet - so fresh and tasty), services, and views from your room.

I would recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Munich.

We were here during the height of Octoberfest. The staff is exceptional and anticipates your needs. When I checked in and showed my passport the desk clerk wished me a happy birthday, that night after coming back from dinner there was a desert cake with Happy Birthday on the plate. We took advantage of their escorted trip and reserved table at the Hippodrome. The bar service was exemplary. The complimentary soup at midnight was a nice touch. The little touches really add up and the room was exceptional. The junior suite is the best value. A definite top five experience.