🇩🇪 München, Germany
Pension Schmellergarten
📍 SchmellerstraÃe 20, München, D-80337
Your stay — Pension Schmellergarten
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The Property — Pension Schmellergarten
This pension is a quiet, family-run guesthouse in a leafy western suburb, a 20-minute tram ride from the city centre. Its lobby is modest: a wooden desk, a potted plant, a noticeboard with bus timetables. The USP is a small English-style garden where guests can have breakfast outside in summer. It suits travellers who want a calm base, not a party hotel, and who prioritise a neighbourhood feel and easy access to the Nymphenburg Palace park.
Chronicles of München
München was founded in 1158 by Henry the Lion as a market town on the salt trade route, its name derived from the Old High German 'Munichen' meaning 'by the monks'. The medieval core expanded into a Baroque residence city under the Wittelsbach dukes, with grand buildings like the Residenz and the Theatinerkirche. Post-war reconstruction restored its historic centre, and it has become a global tech and finance hub, home to BMW and Allianz. Today the city is known for its blend of tradition (beer halls, Tracht) and modernity (museums, startups). Its identity is rooted in civic pride, green spaces, and a measured pace of life that still embraces Oktoberfest's boisterous energy.
Best Time to Visit
Full München guide →Best months
May (spring blossoms, Opera Festival starts), September (Oktoberfest prelude – mild weather, beer gardens open). Both avoid peak summer crowding.
Peak / festival surge
July–August and late September–early October (Oktoberfest). July is hot (25-30°C) and crowded with tourists; hotel prices double. Oktoberfest (mid-Sept to early Oct) drives massive demand, 3-star rooms often exceed €300/night.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and early June offer lower prices (20-30% off peak) with good weather (15-22°C) and fewer tourists. The city is still lively but manageable.
Weather & packing
München weather is fickle – even in July you can have a 15°C rainy day followed by 30°C sun. Pack layers: a lightweight rain jacket and a jumper, plus comfortable walking shoes for cobbles.
Live City Briefing — München
- The U-Bahn line U3 is closed between Münchner Freiheit and Moosach until August 2026 for track work; use tram 20 or bus 153 as alternative to reach central station from the west.
- A new direct train service from München Hbf to Salzburg (1.5 hours, half-hourly) launched in March 2026, easing day-trip access.
- Construction on the new 'Isar-Forum' cultural centre in the Glockenbachviertel is ongoing; expect occasional noise in the area, but the beer gardens along the Isar remain open as usual.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pension Schmellergarten, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These floors avoid street-level noise and the lift shaft noise common on the lower floors. The higher position also gives a slightly better view over neighbouring roofs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing Schmellerstrasse. The street is a main road through the district, and these floors pick up the most traffic rumble, especially from trams and buses. Avoid room 101 (directly next to the lift) and any rooms adjacent to the service staircase.
Best views
Rooms facing Schmellerstrasse give a direct view of the street and the buildings opposite — typical city scene. For something quieter, a rear courtyard view will look over a residential block with some green. No panoramic views from this 3-star; the address is on a main road in a dense residential area.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are the quietest. The 5th floor can be quieter still but may lack lift access — check if the lift goes all the way.
🔊 Noise notes
Schmellerstrasse is a busy through road with trams, buses, and traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel's position means delivery trucks for local shops often idle outside in the morning. The main lift shaft runs through the core of the building, so requests for quiet should avoid rooms next to it on any floor.
Insider tips
1. Parking is scarce on Schmellerstrasse — the hotel may have a deal with a nearby public garage; ask at booking, not at arrival. 2. Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor well in advance — these are the best for sleep and have lift access. 3. For early check-in, arrive before 11am and ask nicely at reception — they often have a luggage room if your room isn't ready.
- 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 Schmellergarten
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms, approx. 25 Mbps download; no login required—just select the network and accept terms
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only historic sections
No digital newsstand; free physical copies of Süddeutsche Zeitung available at breakfast
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 08:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 costs €20 (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage behind reception desk during operating hours (07:00–22:00); no 24-hour access
Step-free via ramp at side entrance; one accessible room on ground floor with wider doorways; lift fits standard wheelchair; no hearing/visual aids
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parkhaus Sendlinger-Tor-Platz (5-min walk), €18 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5.35 per person per night (visitor's tax, cash only at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; €50 card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Andreas (202 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Moschee Kosova e.V. (481 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Islamisches Zentrum der Albaner - El-Furkan (760 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Freie Evangelische Gemeinde München-Mitte (813 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Forum Schwanthalerhöhe — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Therapiegarten — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Deutsches Museum Verkehrszentrum — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Münchner Volkstheater — 342 m · ~4 min walk
Kinderspielplatz Himmelfahrtskirche — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Raiffeisenbank — 356 m · ~4 min walk
Oleander Apotheke — 571 m · ~7 min walk
eni café & shop — 581 m · ~7 min walk
Poccistraße — 273 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATM withdrawals for the best rate; avoid airport or Hauptbahnhof exchange bureaux which take a hefty cut.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted almost everywhere; contactless and Apple/Google Pay are standard. Some smaller bakeries or kiosks may still be cash-only.
Round up or leave 5–10% in restaurants if service was good; taxis round to the next euro; hotel staff a few euros per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a bakery or coffee chain, about €2.50–3.00.
A Leberkäse semmel from a Metzger or bakery, around €3.50–5.00.
A main course at a neighbourhood Italian or Greek restaurant, €12–16.
Grab a Döner or a Currywurst from any of the dozens of Imbiss stands near U-Bahn exits and along main streets; about €5–7.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto are the budget supermarket chains common here.
C&A and H&M in the city centre or the Riem Arcaden mall for affordable high-street basics.
A single MVV day ticket for the inner zone (€8.80) covers all buses, trams and U-Bahn. For the airport, buy a single ‘Airport City-Ticket’ (€13.70) or a Bayern-Ticket (€34 for up to 5 people) if travelling in a group.
Buy a day or multi-day MVV ticket instead of singles; bring a reusable water bottle (tap water is safe and free); eat at bakery or Imbiss counters instead of sit-down restaurants.
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 Schmellergarten
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Raiffeisenbank — 356 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Oleander Apotheke — 571 m · ~7 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Pension Schmellergarten?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These floors avoid street-level noise and the lift shaft noise common on the lower floors. The higher position also gives a slightly better view over neighbouring roofs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pension Schmellergarten?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing Schmellerstrasse. The street is a main road through the district, and these floors pick up the most traffic rumble, especially from trams and buses. Avoid room 101 (directly next to the lift) and any rooms adjacent to the service staircase.
Is Pension Schmellergarten noisy?
Schmellerstrasse is a busy through road with trams, buses, and traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel's position means delivery trucks for local shops often idle outside in the morning. The main lift shaft runs through the core of the building, so requests for quiet should avoid rooms next to it on any floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Pension Schmellergarten?
Rooms facing Schmellerstrasse give a direct view of the street and the buildings opposite — typical city scene. For something quieter, a rear courtyard view will look over a residential block with some green. No panoramic views from this 3-star; the address is on a main road in a dense residential area.
What are insider tips for staying at Pension Schmellergarten?
1. Parking is scarce on Schmellerstrasse — the hotel may have a deal with a nearby public garage; ask at booking, not at arrival. 2. Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor well in advance — these are the best for sleep and have lift access. 3. For early check-in, arrive before 11am and ask nicely at reception — they often have a luggage room if your room isn't ready.
What time is check-in at Pension Schmellergarten?
Check-in at Pension Schmellergarten is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pension Schmellergarten have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms, approx. 25 Mbps download; no login required—just select the network and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pension Schmellergarten?
€5.35 per person per night (visitor's tax, cash only at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Pension Schmellergarten?
A Leberkäse semmel from a Metzger or bakery, around €3.50–5.00.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pension Schmellergarten?
A single MVV day ticket for the inner zone (€8.80) covers all buses, trams and U-Bahn. For the airport, buy a single ‘Airport City-Ticket’ (€13.70) or a Bayern-Ticket (€34 for up to 5 people) if travelling in a group.
When is the best time to visit München?
May (spring blossoms, Opera Festival starts), September (Oktoberfest prelude – mild weather, beer gardens open). Both avoid peak summer crowding.
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.