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Louis Hotel
A 72-room design hotel overlooking Viktualienmarkt, with walnut and oak furniture, a grill restaurant and a rooftop terrace facing the Frauenkirche.
At a glance
- Type
- Design hotel
- Area
- Altstadt, Munich, Germany
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Official site
- louis-hotel.com
Good to know
- Rooftop terrace
- Grill restaurant
- Sparkling bar
- Handmade wooden furniture
Why we recommend it
The Louis Hotel stands directly on Viktualienmarkt, which makes it one of the most centrally placed small hotels in Munich. It is a design hotel with 72 rooms, and it has picked up awards from hotel guides and traveller platforms, including a place in The 101 Best list. Its appeal lies in combining a market-side address in the old town with a calm, carefully finished interior.
The rooms are built around natural materials, with handmade furniture in walnut and oak, natural stone and tiles reminiscent of the Paris metro. The effect is warm and understated rather than flashy. Room sizes vary by category, so it is worth reading the room descriptions before booking.
The hotel's restaurant is the LOUIS Grillroom, and the Sparkling Bar is a pleasant place for a glass of something before dinner. From spring, in good weather, the LOUIS Rooftop opens daily, with a view across the market to the towers of the Frauenkirche; it is one of the nicer places in the centre for an early-evening drink, so arrive early on warm days. The market below also offers plenty of places for a snack during the day.
The Louis suits couples, solo travellers and design-minded guests who want a boutique hotel in the middle of the old town. Because of its size, it feels more personal than the large hotels, but it fills up quickly, so book early for weekends, trade fairs and the Oktoberfest. Families should check room sizes before booking.
Marienplatz station, with the S-Bahn and the U3 and U6, is about three minutes' walk away, and the Isartor S-Bahn station is also close. Everything in the old town is within walking distance: St. Peter's Church overlooks the market, and the Hofbräuhaus, the Frauenkirche and the shopping streets are a few minutes on foot. Note that the market itself is closed on Sundays, when the area is much quieter. On other days guests can pick up bread, cheese and fruit for a picnic in the Englischer Garten, and the market's beer garden is a few steps from the door. From the airport, take the S1 or S8 to Marienplatz.
Louis Hotel FAQs
How many rooms does the Louis Hotel have?
72 rooms.
Where is the Louis Hotel?
Directly on Viktualienmarkt in the old town, a few minutes' walk from Marienplatz.
Does the hotel have a rooftop terrace?
Yes. The LOUIS Rooftop opens daily from spring in good weather, with a view of the Frauenkirche.
Is there a restaurant?
Yes, the LOUIS Grillroom, as well as the Sparkling Bar.
What is the design like?
Handmade walnut and oak furniture, natural stone and tiles reminiscent of the Paris metro.
Is the Louis good for families?
Families should check the room categories and sizes before booking.
How far is Marienplatz?
About three minutes on foot.
When should I book?
Early, especially for weekends, trade fairs and the Oktoberfest.