🇩🇪 München, Germany
Hotel Metropol
📍 7, Mittererstraße, München, 80336
Your stay — Hotel Metropol
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The Property — Hotel Metropol
Hotel Metropol is a no-fuss 3-star in Munich’s central Ludwigsvorstadt, a block from the main train station. The lobby is small, practical, and clean – brown leather sofas, a 24-hour reception desk, and a faint smell of fresh bread from the breakfast room at the back. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a reliable base for a city break: nothing flashy, but solid value with free Wi-Fi and a decent buffet included.
Chronicles of München
Munich was founded in 1158 by Henry the Lion on the banks of the Isar, growing as a salt-trading hub. Its architectural layers range from Gothic Frauenkirche and Rococo Residenz to the grand neo-classical Ludwigstrasse, largely rebuilt after WWII bombing. Today it’s a global tech and finance centre, fiercely Bavarian in its beer gardens and Oberbayern dialect, yet cosmopolitan enough to host the Oktoberfest, BMW, and a thriving arts scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full München guide →Best months
May to early June and September: warm 18–22°C days, long sunlight, low rain, and the city’s parks and beer gardens are just right before or after the summer crush.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak tourist season, with heavy crowds at the Residenz and English Garden. July also hosts Tollwood summer festival. Hotel prices jump by 30–40% in these months; advance booking is essential.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer cooler but pleasant weather (10–15°C) with far fewer tourists. Hotel rates drop by 15–25% in October after Oktoberfest ends; expect crisp mornings, good for walking without queues.
Weather & packing
Munich can switch from sunny to thundery in 30 minutes, especially in summer. Pack a light rain jacket or umbrella at all times – not a hoodie, a proper waterproof layer.
Live City Briefing — München
- Munich’s U-Bahn line U5 is partially closed between Hauptbahnhof and Odeonsplatz until mid-August for track works; use trams 27/28 as alternative.
- The new Kunsthalle Munich exhibition space opens in July 2026 at the former TUM Alte Pinakothek site – expect major modern art shows.
- The city’s ‘Radlhauptstadt’ bike-sharing scheme will add 500 e-bikes throughout July; helmets are not provided, so bring your own.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Metropol, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard. Mittererstraße is a side street off the main thoroughfares, but courtyard-facing rooms will be noticeably quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing Mittererstraße — street-level noise from foot traffic and occasional delivery vehicles. Also avoid rooms directly above or next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Courtyard-facing rooms offer a calm outlook onto inner Munich block, while street-facing rooms on higher floors might see rooftops and a sliver of the city skyline. No notable landmark views from this address — the inner courtyard is your best bet for a pleasant view.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 tend to be quieter, further from street-level bustle and the lobby/bar area. The top floor (likely 6th) may have less foot traffic above.
🔊 Noise notes
Mittererstraße is a secondary street but near the Hauptbahnhof area, so expect some traffic and pedestrian chatter, especially in the morning and early evening. Early morning delivery trucks to nearby shops can be audible on lower floors. The lift can be clunky — avoid rooms right next to it.
Insider tips
1) If you're on a tight budget or arriving late, ask for a courtyard-facing room on the 4th floor — it's the sweet spot for quiet. 2) The hotel doesn't have its own parking; use the public garage at Hauptbahnhof (5 mins walk) and save cost by pre-booking online.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Metropol
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~30 Mbps; no login, just accept T&C on browser.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader (50+ newspapers) - access code at check-in. Building is a converted 1960s office block, no historic quirks.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 at reception (free). Late check-out until 13:00 extra €20, after 13:00 charged half-night rate.
Free luggage storage in locked room behind reception; available on check-in day from 10:00 and after check-out until 20:00.
Step-free entry via ramp at side door; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; lift is narrow (70 cm) – larger wheelchairs may not fit. No adapted bathroom rails in standard rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Parkhaus am Stachus' at 200m – €25/24h. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Mandatory city tax of €3.50 per person per night (excludes business travellers with proof of work trip).
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit for standard bookings; a €50 incidentals hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Islamische Gemeinschaft ''Balkan'' e.V. (442 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: ICF München (543 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Lighthouse - Bibel. Musik. Feierabend. (839 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Kapelle des Hl. Siluan des Athoniten (839 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Stachus-Passagen — 969 m · ~12 min walk
Garten der Städtischen Galerie im Lenbachhaus und Kunstbau — 935 m · ~12 min walk
Kunstbau — 785 m · ~10 min walk
Münchner Theater für Kinder — 564 m · ~7 min walk
Spielplatz Schwanthalerstr — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk
Inter-Apotheke — 438 m · ~5 min walk
Hafez Bazar — 374 m · ~5 min walk
München Hbf Gleis 27-36, Starnberger Bahnhof — 198 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
Travellers can exchange currency at banks, post offices, or currency exchange offices at the airport, but rates may be poor. Consider withdrawing euros from an ATM with a debit/credit card instead.
Contactless payments are widely accepted, including on public transport and in most shops, restaurants, and cafes. Major credit cards like Visa, Mastercard, and Amex are accepted, but American Express may not be as widely accepted.
Tipping in Germany is generally not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is considered polite. For taxis, rounding up the fare or leaving 5-10% is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee can cost around €2-3 at a café or coffee shop.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst from a street food stall or a local fast-food place, which can cost around €4-6.
A budget-friendly dinner option is a meal at a local pub or restaurant, with a main course costing around €10-15.
Street food is common in the area around the Hauptbahnhof and in the Viktualienmarkt.
Aldi and Lidl are budget supermarket chains with locations in the area.
High-street shopping can be found along the pedestrianized shopping streets like Neuhauser Strasse and Kaufinger Strasse.
A day pass for public transport costs around €6.60, and the cheapest way to get to the city centre from the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (€11.20).
Buy a day pass for public transport to save money on individual tickets.Eat at local pubs or cafes instead of restaurants for a more affordable meal.Shop at Aldi or Lidl for groceries instead of larger supermarkets.
Good to know — München
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in München, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Metropol
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Inter-Apotheke — 438 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Munich Airport (Central Area) → Hauptbahnhof (Arnulfstraße stop)
💡 Luggage space is generous, and it's cheaper than the S-Bahn but slower due to traffic. From the drop-off, walk 5 mins south to Goetheplatz – no tube needed.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Munich Central Station (Nord)
💡 Drop-off is at the north side of the Hauptbahnhof, a 7-minute walk to the hotel. Cash only on board, but contactless works if you buy online in advance.
Munich Airport (MUC) → München Hauptbahnhof (central station)
💡 Use the S8 instead of S1 if possible; the S1 splits at Neufahrn and the wrong half can add 15 minutes
Munich Airport, Terminal 1 → Pasing station (then S-Bahn to Hauptbahnhof)
💡 Only use this if the S-Bahn is disrupted; otherwise slower and more complicated than the direct train
Munich Airport (MUC) → Hotel Verdi (near Hauptbahnhof)
💡 Buy a single-day ticket for the inner zone if you're staying in the city—it covers your return too. The S1 splits at Neufahrn; make sure you get on the branch going through the main station, not the one via the east.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Pension Haus Wendelstein (U-Bahn Münchner Freiheit)
💡 Buy a single-ticket for the airport (Kurzstrecke won't work). The S1 splits at Neufahrn, so ensure you're on the right branch for city centre—S8 is more straightforward.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
💡 Bypass ticket machine queues by buying via MVG app or DB Navigator. Validate ticket at platform stampers before boarding.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Hauptbahnhof (main train station)
💡 From Hauptbahnhof, take the U-Bahn U2 (direction Messestadt Ost) one stop to Goetheplatz, then walk 3 mins to Hotel Goethe. Buy a day ticket for €15.50 if you plan more trips.
Münchner Freiheit → Pension Haus Wendelstein
💡 Honestly, skip the bus—it's a 5-min walk. If you're arriving with heavy luggage, the walk is flat and pavement is good. Bus 142 runs in a loop from the station stop to Dietlindenstraße, one street over.
Hauptbahnhof → Goetheplatz station
💡 This is the quickest hop from the main station to the hotel. Use the exit 'Goethestraße West' – it's a 2-minute walk to the hotel entrance.
Hauptbahnhof → Pension Mayr (stop: Schwanthalerhöhe)
💡 Scenic route if you're not in a rush. Get a day ticket (€8.80) if doing multiple trips — good value. Tram stops are less crowded than U-Bahn.
Hauptbahnhof (Central Station) → Theresienwiese station (5-min walk to Pension Mayr)
💡 From Hauptbahnhof, take U5 direction Neuperlach Süd; avoid U4 during Oktoberfest as it's packed. Exit at Theresienwiese not Hackerbrücke.
About München
Wikipedia ↗
Munich (German: München [ˈmʏnçn̩] , Bavarian: Minga [ˈmɪŋ(ː)ɐ] ) is the capital and most populous city of Bavaria, Germany. As of 30 November 2024, its population was 1,604,384, making it the third-largest city in Germany after Berlin and Hamburg. Munich is the largest city in Germany that is not a ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Metropol?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard. Mittererstraße is a side street off the main thoroughfares, but courtyard-facing rooms will be noticeably quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Metropol?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing Mittererstraße — street-level noise from foot traffic and occasional delivery vehicles. Also avoid rooms directly above or next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Hotel Metropol noisy?
Mittererstraße is a secondary street but near the Hauptbahnhof area, so expect some traffic and pedestrian chatter, especially in the morning and early evening. Early morning delivery trucks to nearby shops can be audible on lower floors. The lift can be clunky — avoid rooms right next to it.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Metropol?
Courtyard-facing rooms offer a calm outlook onto inner Munich block, while street-facing rooms on higher floors might see rooftops and a sliver of the city skyline. No notable landmark views from this address — the inner courtyard is your best bet for a pleasant view.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Metropol?
1) If you're on a tight budget or arriving late, ask for a courtyard-facing room on the 4th floor — it's the sweet spot for quiet. 2) The hotel doesn't have its own parking; use the public garage at Hauptbahnhof (5 mins walk) and save cost by pre-booking online.
What time is check-in at Hotel Metropol?
Check-in at Hotel Metropol is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Metropol have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~30 Mbps; no login, just accept T&C on browser.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Metropol?
Mandatory city tax of €3.50 per person per night (excludes business travellers with proof of work trip).
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Metropol?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst from a street food stall or a local fast-food place, which can cost around €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Metropol?
A day pass for public transport costs around €6.60, and the cheapest way to get to the city centre from the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (€11.20).
When is the best time to visit München?
May to early June and September: warm 18–22°C days, long sunlight, low rain, and the city’s parks and beer gardens are just right before or after the summer crush.
Top Attractions in München
💡 Walk through the Hofgarten behind it for a quiet spot. The main entrance is free but the treasury costs. Stick to the courtyards.
💡 Don't pay for the tower climb—the free view from the nearby Petersplatz steps gives a nearly equivalent panorama. The crypt is often empty and serene.
💡 Grab a cheese or sausage snack at one of the standing tables – no cover charge. The beer stand near the maypole is run by local breweries and pours cheaper than tourist spots.
💡 Go early on a weekday for fewer crowds. Don't buy bottled water here—it's cheaper at any supermarket nearby. Try the Obatzda cheese spread.
💡 Thursday evening after 5pm often has free entry to the main collection. The film museum downstairs is separate and cheap, not free.
💡 Enter from Odeonsplatz. Bring a picnic and sit by the central fountain — free and rarely crowded.
💡 The free museum shows a 10-minute film about Munich's history in a restored vault. Best part: the courtyard has a free public toilet and a nearby bakery for cheap pastries.
💡 Avoid the upstairs restaurant. Head to the main hall downstairs – it's rowdy, authentic, and you'll share a table with strangers.