🇩🇪 München, Germany
Pension Mayr
📍 Rathochstraße 77, 81247 München-Pasing-Obermenzing, Germany
Your stay — Pension Mayr
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The Property — Pension Mayr
Pension Mayr is a no-frills, family-run guesthouse a short walk from Munich Central Station. The lobby feels like a modest 1970s sitting room — functional, clean, with dark wood panelling and a hint of boiled cabbage. It suits budget-conscious solo travellers or couples who need a clean bed and a solid breakfast, with zero pretence about luxury. You're here for location and price, not pampering.
Chronicles of München
Munich began in 1158 when Henry the Lion established a mint and market on the Isar riverbanks, bypassing the bishop of Freising. The city’s golden age came under the Wittelsbach dukes, who built the Residenz and filled it with art, while Ludwig I later shaped the neo-classical Königsplatz. Bombed heavily in WWII, Munich rebuilt with a mix of old and new — the Frauenkirche's twin domes remain its signature. Today it's a wealthy tech and finance hub, fiercely proud of its beer gardens, modern art scene, and laid-back Bavarian identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full München guide →Best months
May, September, and October offer warm, dry days and lighter crowds than midsummer — ideal for walking the Altstadt and beer gardens without fighting tourists.
Peak / festival surge
June through August (especially July) sees peak crowds. The city swells for open-air festivals and the Nockherberg beer-fest in May/June, though Oktoberfest (Sept–Oct) is the main price driver. Hotel rates triple during Oktoberfest, but June remains expensive for a 3-star. Expect €100–150 a night at Pension Mayr in summer.
Budget shoulder season
April and late October give cheaper rates (€60–80), cooler mornings, and fewer tourists. April can be rainy, but the city wakes up with spring markets and fewer queue demands.
Weather & packing
Munich's climate is continental — warm and sunny in June but prone to sudden afternoon thunderstorms. Pack a light rain jacket and a spare pair of shoes; never rely on just canvas trainers.
Live City Briefing — München
- Munich's U-Bahn and S-Bahn are undergoing weekend closures for track upgrades in summer 2026; check MVV alerts for disruptions near Hauptbahnhof.
- The new 'Isar-Forum' cultural centre opened at the Deutsches Museum in May 2026, adding a permanent exhibition on Munich's industrial history.
- Construction on the Munich S-Bahn second trunk line continues; expect partial station closures at Ostbahnhof through late 2026.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pension Mayr, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor (floor 1) for easy access and minimal chance of elevator issues. The hotel's small lift is narrow for large wheelchairs, so ground-floor rooms are a safer option.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the top floor (floor 3) as the lift is the only access point, and a breakdown could leave you stranded. Also, be aware that the main entrance has a step, so rooms near this entrance (likely front-facing rooms) may be more prone to noise from the street.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's location in a residential area means there are no notable views to request. The rooms face either the street or the internal courtyard.
Quietest floors
Floor 1 (ground floor)
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise, especially from Rathochstraße, which is a relatively busy road. The hotel's location in a residential area means there's a mix of quiet and noisy periods throughout the day.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the free street parking available from 18:00–08:00 and on Sundays. This can save you €12 per night compared to using the nearby Parkhaus Arnulfpark. Ask for a room near the side entrance, which has a ramp for step-free access. This can be helpful for guests with mobility issues.
- 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 — Pension Mayr
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed ~25 Mbps download, no login constraints.
One small internal lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Two print newspapers (Süddeutsche Zeitung, Münchner Merkur) available in the breakfast room. No digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00. Late check-out until 12:00 for €20, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage behind reception desk during opening hours (08:00–22:00); no overnight storage.
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance (main entrance has one step). Wheelchair-accessible ground-floor room available but lift is narrow for large chairs. No grab bars in standard bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage: Parkhaus Arnulfpark (€12 per night, 5-minute walk). Free street parking 18:00–08:00 and all day Sunday. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night (standard Munich tourist tax, applies to all guests over 18)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit needed for standard booking; a €50 security hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Leiden Christi (285 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Männerkloster des Heiligen Hiob von Pocaev (645 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St. Georg (707 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Schlosskapelle (778 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Einkaufsbahnhof München-Pasing — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Am Durchblick — 939 m · ~12 min walk
Michael-Ende-Museum — 740 m · ~9 min walk
Kleine Bühne — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Spielplatz Nanette-Bald-Straße — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 626 m · ~8 min walk
Blutenburg Apotheke — 115 m · ~1 min walk
Obermenzing — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs at major banks — avoid currency exchange booths at Hauptbahnhof or airport, which have poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops and supermarkets; Amex less so. Contactless and Apple/Google Pay are common in most places.
Round up to the nearest euro in cafes and restaurants, or leave 5-10% if service is good. Taxis: round up to the next 5€. Hotel staff: 1-2€ per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a bakery or kiosk (Bäckerei) — about 2.50€. A standard cappuccino in a café is around 3.50€.
Currywurst or Leberkäsemmel from a Imbiss (street stall) or bakery — around 4-6€. Bakeries also have sandwiches for 3-5€.
Pizza or Döner from a takeaway — 5-8€. A basic sit-down main course at a Gaststätte (traditional pub) is about 10-15€.
Look for Döner shops and Asian noodle stalls at Viktualienmarkt or in the city centre; also the area around Sendlinger Tor has solid budget options.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto and Rewe are common in this area — Rewe is slightly pricier but has a good selection.
C&A, H&M, and Primark in the city centre (Marienplatz area) for cheap basics. For cheap second-hand, check out flea markets on Sundays.
A day ticket for the inner zone (Innenraum) costs about 9€ and covers U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram and bus. From the airport, buy an airport-city single ticket for 13.70€ or a single-use day ticket for 14.90€ — avoid taxis (over 70€).
Buy groceries early at Lidl or Aldi to avoid dinner costs at restaurants. Use week-long passes (IsarCard) if staying 7+ days. Museums are free or reduced on certain days (check before you go).
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 Pension Mayr
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 626 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Blutenburg Apotheke — 115 m · ~1 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 Pension Mayr?
Request a room on the ground floor (floor 1) for easy access and minimal chance of elevator issues. The hotel's small lift is narrow for large wheelchairs, so ground-floor rooms are a safer option.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pension Mayr?
Avoid rooms on the top floor (floor 3) as the lift is the only access point, and a breakdown could leave you stranded. Also, be aware that the main entrance has a step, so rooms near this entrance (likely front-facing rooms) may be more prone to noise from the street.
Is Pension Mayr noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise, especially from Rathochstraße, which is a relatively busy road. The hotel's location in a residential area means there's a mix of quiet and noisy periods throughout the day.
Which rooms have the best views at Pension Mayr?
Unfortunately, the hotel's location in a residential area means there are no notable views to request. The rooms face either the street or the internal courtyard.
What are insider tips for staying at Pension Mayr?
Take advantage of the free street parking available from 18:00–08:00 and on Sundays. This can save you €12 per night compared to using the nearby Parkhaus Arnulfpark. Ask for a room near the side entrance, which has a ramp for step-free access. This can be helpful for guests with mobility issues.
What time is check-in at Pension Mayr?
Check-in at Pension Mayr is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pension Mayr have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed ~25 Mbps download, no login constraints.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pension Mayr?
€3.50 per person per night (standard Munich tourist tax, applies to all guests over 18)
Where can I eat cheaply near Pension Mayr?
Currywurst or Leberkäsemmel from a Imbiss (street stall) or bakery — around 4-6€. Bakeries also have sandwiches for 3-5€.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pension Mayr?
A day ticket for the inner zone (Innenraum) costs about 9€ and covers U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram and bus. From the airport, buy an airport-city single ticket for 13.70€ or a single-use day ticket for 14.90€ — avoid taxis (over 70€).
When is the best time to visit München?
May, September, and October offer warm, dry days and lighter crowds than midsummer — ideal for walking the Altstadt and beer gardens without fighting tourists.
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.