🇩🇪 München, Germany
Ibis München City Süd
📍 Raintaler Str. 47, MUENCHEN, 81539
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Your stay — Ibis München City Süd
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The Property — Ibis München City Süd
This is a no-nonsense, well-run business hotel on the southern edge of Munich. The lobby feels clean, efficient and quietly international, with a 24-hour bar and a breakfast buffet that actually includes fresh fruit and proper coffee. It suits travellers who want a reliable, quiet base near the A8 autobahn and the S-Bahn into the city centre, rather than a characterful guesthouse in the Altstadt.
Chronicles of München
Munich was founded in 1158 by Henry the Lion on a salt-trading route across the Isar. The city’s architectural story runs from Gothic cathedrals and Baroque palaces through the neo-classical Königsplatz to the functionalist Olympic Park. After heavy WWII bombing, it was rebuilt with a blend of restored medieval core and modernist blocks. Today it balances its Bavarian traditions – beer halls, the Glockenspiel, the autumn Oktoberfest – with a serious tech and finance sector, an opera house that draws international crowds, and one of Germany’s most walkable, green city centres.
Best Time to Visit
Full München guide →Best months
May to early June and September: warm enough for beer gardens, good weather for walking the Englischer Garten, and far fewer tourists than July or October.
Peak / festival surge
July through August and late September to early October (Oktoberfest). July has summer holidays and school trips; Oktoberfest (late Sep–early Oct) brings 6 million visitors. Hotel prices roughly double in October; book six months ahead for Oktoberfest.
Budget shoulder season
April and October (after Oktoberfest, i.e. mid-late Oct) – prices drop, weather is cool but often clear, and major sights like the Residenz and Deutsches Museum are quiet.
Weather & packing
July in Munich can swing from 30°C sunshine to a sudden thunderstorm in under an hour. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket or packable umbrella at all times, and comfortable walking shoes for cobbled streets.
Live City Briefing — München
- The S-Bahn Stammstrecke (main tunnel) is undergoing weekend closures through 2026; check the MVV app for replacement buses if you’re travelling from Ostbahnhof or Hauptbahnhof on a Sunday.
- The new Deutsches Museum reopening is fully complete; its newly renovated aviation and ship halls are worth a half-day visit.
- Munich has introduced a 24-hour construction ban on weekends in the city centre for summer 2026, which should make Alstadt walks quieter, but note some tram reroutes along the Altstadtring.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ibis München City Süd, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the inner courtyard (away from Raintaler Str.). These upper floors avoid street-level noise and benefit from less foot traffic in the corridors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (floor 0) near the reception or breakfast area — you'll hear lobby chatter and early morning clatter. Also steer clear of rooms directly facing Raintaler Str. on floors 1-2, as the street carries local traffic and occasional deliveries.
Best views
No notable view — the hotel sits on a fairly ordinary Munich side street (Raintaler Str.) with typical urban surroundings. A courtyard-facing room simply avoids the street, not offers scenery.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest, furthest from the street and ground-floor common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Raintaler Str. is a moderately trafficked local road, not a main artery, so noise is manageable but present on front-facing rooms. Breakfast service starts around 6:30 AM, so rooms near the restaurant on floor 0 may hear chairs and kitchen prep. No bar noise — this 3-star Ibis has no bar to speak of.
Insider tips
1) Parking is limited and often fills up — arrive before 4 PM if driving, or use the nearby public garage at Tegernseer Landstraße. 2) The hotel provides free WiFi but the code is on your key card sleeve — ask at check-in if you lose it. 3) Request a top-floor room (5th) for quietest sleep, but note there's no aircon in standard rooms, so in summer open windows face either courtyard (calm) or street (noisy).
- 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 — Ibis München City Süd
free basic WiFi (approx. 5 Mbps) for all guests, no login restrictions; no paid upgrade offered
single passenger lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
digital PressReader access via QR code at reception; no physical newspapers
check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00 at reception; late check-out until 14:00 for €20 (subject to availability)
free left-luggage at reception on day of check-in and check-out; no automated lockers
step-free access via ground-floor entrance; one accessible room with roll-in shower; lift is standard size (narrower wheelchair may struggle), no tactile signage
on-site pay parking: €12 per night (12 spaces, first-come, no reservation); nearest public car park: Tiefgarage am Ostpark (Am Ostpark 101, €9 per night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night (not included in room rate, paid at check-in, exempted for business travellers on proof)
Deposit & card hold: no advance deposit required; a €50 hold on credit card for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Sankt Helena (455 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Philippuskirche (482 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Zu den Heiligen Engeln (965 m · ~12 min walk)
- Mosque: Fatih Camii (982 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Grünanlage Katzenbuckel — 374 m · ~5 min walk
MVG-Museum — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Comedy für Freunde — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Rodelhügel — 557 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 72 m · ~1 min walk
Flora Apotheke — 512 m · ~6 min walk
Rewe to Go — 82 m · ~1 min walk
Sankt-Quirin-Platz — 417 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
Travellers can exchange currency at banks, post offices, or currency exchange offices in the city centre. Be aware that airport and tourist bureaux often offer poor exchange rates and high fees.
Credit and debit cards, including contactless and mobile payments, are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and public transport. Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro are popular options.
Tipping is not mandatory but is appreciated in restaurants and bars (5-10% is sufficient). For taxi drivers and hotel staff, rounding up the fare or leaving 1-2 euros is customary.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee costs around 1-2 euros at a local café or kiosk, often served in a take-out cup.
A quick and affordable lunch option is a currywurst from a street vendor or a casual restaurant, priced around 3-5 euros.
A budget-friendly dinner option is a traditional German dish like schnitzel or sausages at a local restaurant, costing around 10-15 euros for a main course.
The area around the Hauptbahnhof and the Viktualienmarkt is known for its street food options, including traditional German cuisine and international eateries.
Aldi and Lidl are budget supermarket chains with locations in the 81539 area, offering affordable prices on everyday essentials.
The Leopoldstraße shopping street offers a range of affordable high-street and market shopping options, including second-hand stores and discount retailers.
A single ticket for public transport costs around 2 euros, while a day pass can be purchased for around 6 euros. The most budget-friendly way to get to the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (S1, S8, or S4) for around 4 euros.
Buy a MVV ticket for public transport to save money, consider purchasing a reusable water bottle instead of buying plastic ones, and shop at local markets or discount stores for groceries and souvenirs.
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 Ibis München City Süd
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 72 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Flora Apotheke — 512 m · ~6 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 Ibis München City Süd?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the inner courtyard (away from Raintaler Str.). These upper floors avoid street-level noise and benefit from less foot traffic in the corridors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ibis München City Süd?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (floor 0) near the reception or breakfast area — you'll hear lobby chatter and early morning clatter. Also steer clear of rooms directly facing Raintaler Str. on floors 1-2, as the street carries local traffic and occasional deliveries.
Is Ibis München City Süd noisy?
Raintaler Str. is a moderately trafficked local road, not a main artery, so noise is manageable but present on front-facing rooms. Breakfast service starts around 6:30 AM, so rooms near the restaurant on floor 0 may hear chairs and kitchen prep. No bar noise — this 3-star Ibis has no bar to speak of.
Which rooms have the best views at Ibis München City Süd?
No notable view — the hotel sits on a fairly ordinary Munich side street (Raintaler Str.) with typical urban surroundings. A courtyard-facing room simply avoids the street, not offers scenery.
What are insider tips for staying at Ibis München City Süd?
1) Parking is limited and often fills up — arrive before 4 PM if driving, or use the nearby public garage at Tegernseer Landstraße. 2) The hotel provides free WiFi but the code is on your key card sleeve — ask at check-in if you lose it. 3) Request a top-floor room (5th) for quietest sleep, but note there's no aircon in standard rooms, so in summer open windows face either courtyard (calm) or street (noisy).
What time is check-in at Ibis München City Süd?
Check-in at Ibis München City Süd is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ibis München City Süd have Wi-Fi?
free basic WiFi (approx. 5 Mbps) for all guests, no login restrictions; no paid upgrade offered
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ibis München City Süd?
€3.50 per person per night (not included in room rate, paid at check-in, exempted for business travellers on proof)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ibis München City Süd?
A quick and affordable lunch option is a currywurst from a street vendor or a casual restaurant, priced around 3-5 euros.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ibis München City Süd?
A single ticket for public transport costs around 2 euros, while a day pass can be purchased for around 6 euros. The most budget-friendly way to get to the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (S1, S8, or S4) for around 4 euros.
When is the best time to visit München?
May to early June and September: warm enough for beer gardens, good weather for walking the Englischer Garten, and far fewer tourists than July or October.
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.