For many people, the former Hotel Rafael, run by the Mandarin Oriental chain since 2000, is the best hotel in the city. Having said that, it is considerably smaller, more exclusive and dearer than other top-notch hotels. Its location in a tranquil part of the city center is not the finest of addresses, but it is nevertheless peaceful and very central, with the National Theatre, Schauspielhaus and Marienplatz only a few minutes walk away. Voted by none other than Travel+Leisure magazine as one of the top hotels of the world, the Mandarin blends elegant Oriental-style architecture and elements with a Neo-Renaissance theme to give its residents a one of a kind experience. The hotel offers some of the best views of the city and the German Alps from its top floor rooms and suites, which can only be topped by its legendary service- offering people some of the best gourmet cuisine, best wines, facilities like yoga classes and sauna to name just a few. Amour Fou Spa de Beauté, the hotel's spa is a luxurious establisment that will pamper and rejuvenate you completely, while the hotel's restaurant, Mark's, serves excellent haute cuisine.

While this hotel has mostly a business clientele, the atmosphere is able to remain cozy and comfortable. The interior makes you feel as if you're in an Alpine resort with the dark oak throughout the hotel, but adds modernity with feng shui style and numerous modern amenities. Situated in between Viktualienmarkt, Marienplatz, and Maximilianstrasse, Cortiina allows you to easily explore the old town.

Just ten minutes walk from the city centre and close to the Isartor, this hotel makes a great base for exploring Munich on foot. The ambience is very agreeable, the décor is stylish and staff is friendly. All rooms are comfortably furnished and, like the rest of the facilities, benefit from great attention to detail. Several rooms have balconies facing the leafy courtyard, where breakfast is served during the summer.

A blend of contemporary decor with traditional Bavarian architecture that exudes elegance is what Hotel München Palace offers its residents. Nestled in Munich's Bogenhausen district, this hotel houses 67 rooms and 7 suites, each splendidly furnished to offer guests a comfortably stay. The single, deluxe and classic rooms are covered in pastel shades with amenities like a furnished bathroom, safe deposit and a minibar; while, the suites, offering even more facilities, offer a luxurious abode. The restaurant and bar on site, offer sumptuous meals to please your taste buds as well as your bellies. Shed those extra pounds at the gym or while relaxing in the sauna.

A 3-minute walk from Munich Central Station, this grand hotel offers free use of the spa area. Its elegant rooms feature a four-poster bed, Nespresso coffee machine and a flat-screen TV. There is free WiFi access available. The 4-star King’s Hotel First Class serves a large breakfast buffet in its breakfast room with wooden panelling. Guests can enjoy drinks beside the open fire in the spacious lobby. The Relaxanum Spa features a Finnish sauna and a peaceful relaxation room with music. Each room at the King’s Hotel is air-conditioned and includes an iPod docking station, a floor-to-ceiling window and quality wooden furniture. The modern bathrooms are fitted with heated towel rails. Guests are within 500 metres of restaurants, bars and public transport services. There are direct trains to the Theresienwiese ‎ (site of the Oktoberfest), Marienplatz Square and Munich Airport.

Don't let the exterior of this hotel with 396 rooms fool you. The property may stand on the site of the Munich Post Office and does have a 19th-century look, but the hotel has enough technology built into it to fascinate the most demanding gadget lover! One can browse the net using Wi-fi in the minimalist yet comfortable rooms, or head down to the solarium instead of catching the afternoon sun. But it's not just the gadget geeks the hotel caters to. The fitness center and the sauna are a big hit with all the visitors and so is the heated pool. Gourmet lovers can enjoy the food at one of the restaurants or enjoy a party at the discotheque. The Sofitel Munich Bayerpost also caters to the business fraternity and offers a self-service business center and multiple conference rooms.

Hotel Uhland is an elegant mid-range hotel located in a wonderful neo-renaissance building dating back to the end of the nineteenth century, in a quiet residential area not far from Theresienwiese. Rooms are comfortable and tastefully decorated, offering all the usual comforts. Hotel Uhland offers bed and breakfast accommodation with good service and a substantial breakfast.

Just 100 metres from Harras Train Station, Hotel Rivoli offers stylish rooms with dark wooden floors, and daily breakfast buffets. It is just 4 train stops from Munich Central Station. The rooms of the Hotel Rivoli include a flat-screen cable TV and a minibar. The hotel also offers apartments with living areas and fully equipped kitchenettes. Guests can enjoy German beers and international wines in Rivoli’s modern bar. Many restaurants are within a 5-minute walk. Rivoli enjoys a peaceful location in the Sendling district, beside a Turkish-style spa. Marienplatz Square in the city centre is just 5 underground stops away.

Freisinger Hof is a lovely county-style house turned hotel. Located in the beautiful district of Bogenhausen, it is easily accessible by public transport and just a short ride away from the city center and the beautiful English Gardens as well as within walking distance of a number of popular Beer Gardens. The hotel offers luxurious accommodation with all the amenities, including a Swedish style sauna and steam room. The award-winning Freisinger Hof restaurant offers guests a chance to enjoy a relaxed fine-dining experience, serving Bavarian-Austrian cuisine in a classy ambiance.

Walking distance from Nymphenburg Palace, Hotel Laimer Lof provides first class service and quality at this family-run hotel located just outside the city center. The quaint building allows you to feel truly at home while you concurrently receive the best service from the owners who are eager to help you. Public transportation is a short walking distance away, granting you the opportunity to have a relaxing stay close to the city.

Nestled in the picturesque region of Obermenzing, Insel Mühle is a wonderful romantic getaway. The hotel building has a rich history; it stands on a ground that once housed a mill in the mid 15th Century. In 1923 the structure was remodeled to accommodate this beautiful hotel. The rooms are elegantly furnished, with each one offering views of the vibrant garden that surrounds the hotel, as well as the pristine river that flows nearby. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the charming Augustiner Beer Garden.