🇩🇪 Munich, Germany
Hotel Olympic
📍 4, Hans-Sachs-Straße, Munich, 80469
Your stay — Hotel Olympic
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The Property — Hotel Olympic
Hotel Olympic sits a ten-minute walk from the main train station, so you’re close to the S-Bahn and Marienplatz, but the neighbourhood is functional rather than flashy. The lobby is dated in a clean, honest way — beige marble, potted plants, a tired but friendly reception desk. It’s the sort of three-star that works best if you just need a solid, central base with breakfast included and aren’t fussed about design or nightlife.
Chronicles of Munich
Munich began as a monks’ settlement in the 8th century, got its city charter in 1175, and grew rich on salt trading. After the Nazis made it their ‘capital of the movement’ and war flattened much of the old town, the post-war rebuild was careful to restore baroque and neoclassical landmarks like the Frauenkirche and the Residenz. Today it’s a wealthy, beer-and-tech hub: home to BMW, two huge universities, and a fiercely independent cultural scene that still holds onto its Bavarian roots.
Best Time to Visit
Full Munich guide →Best months
May-June and September-October: sunny but not scorching, beer gardens are open, and tourist crowds are manageable (unlike July-August). The city feels calm and green.
Peak / festival surge
July-August and late September (Oktoberfest, actually runs late Sep to early Oct) are absolute chaos. Hotel rates can triple, flights are full, and every beer tent reservation is booked months ahead. Avoid unless you specifically want the festival crush.
Budget shoulder season
April and October (post-Oktoberfest) offer big discounts, milder weather (10-16°C), and near-empty museums. You can still find open beer gardens in October if it’s mild.
Weather & packing
Munich’s climate is continental: warm, sunny days can drop to 8°C at night even in high summer. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers — a thin fleece under a shell saves the day on any June evening.
Live City Briefing — Munich
- The U-Bahn at Hauptbahnhof is undergoing major renovation until late 2026, so expect platform closures and longer transfer times; use S-Bahn or trams as a reliable alternative.
- The new ‘Münchner Freiheit’ urban park opened this spring, with a skate park and food kiosks — good for a quiet afternoon near Schwabing.
- From June 27-28 there’s a strike risk on public transport (ongoing wage disputes) — check MVV live updates each morning.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Olympic, 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. These floors have minimal street noise, and the courtyard side avoids Hans-Sachs-Straße traffic. The upper floors get better light and are quieter because only one lift runs and foot traffic is lighter above the 3rd floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street (Hans-Sachs-Straße). Street noise is noticeable, especially with trams and early morning deliveries. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the single lift is audible in adjacent rooms. No room numbers are available, but based on typical layouts, rooms ending in odd numbers on the street side are noisiest.
Best views
Best view is from the 5th floor, courtyard side — you see the rooftops of Munich’s Altstadt and the occasional church tower. Street-facing rooms have a typical city street view with older buildings opposite. No view of mountains or landmarks from this address.
Quietest floors
4th and 5th floors are quietest. The top floor reduces overhead noise, and these floors are far from any lobby activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: Hans-Sachs-Straße traffic (moderate for a central Munich street), trams on nearby Müllerstraße, and the single lift (audible on all floors if your room is adjacent). Weekend evenings may have pedestrian noise from nearby bars and restaurants.
Insider tips
1. Parking: don’t bring a car if you can avoid it — Parkhaus Rindermarkt costs €30 overnight and has no EV charging. Use the U-Bahn (Fraunhoferstraße station is 5 minutes away). 2. WiFi: the free tier is slow (10 Mbps) and requires no login but can drop. If you need reliable streaming, pay the €5/day premium and request it at check-in — they’ll give you a voucher. 3. Ask for a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the courtyard during booking; these are popular and get booked early.
- 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 Olympic
Free basic WiFi (up to 10 Mbps, no login); premium tier at €5/day (up to 50 Mbps, works reliably for streaming)
Single lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newspaper via PressReader included (login code at check-in); no physical papers; notable building heritage: none—concrete 1960s construction with no listed status
Standard 15:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 13:00 for €25 (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage at reception (insecure but supervised; no locked room)
Step-free entrance via side ramp; lift to all floors; no wheelchair-adapted rooms or grab bars in showers; narrow corridors
No on-site parking; nearest public car park: Parkhaus Rindermarkt (3-min walk), €30 overnight; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night (Munich city tax, applicable to leisure stays, excludes business travellers with confirmation)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard reservations; a €50 per night card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Münchner Forum für Islam e.V. (403 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Evangelisch Reformierte Kirche (558 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Friedenskirche (641 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Evangelisch-Freikirchliche Gemeinde (646 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Stachus-Passagen — 695 m · ~9 min walk
MUCA — 428 m · ~5 min walk
Oberangertheater — 262 m · ~3 min walk
Winterspielplatz — 652 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet — 91 m · ~1 min walk
Regenbogenapotheke — 58 m · ~1 min walk
Surjas Hexenladen — 92 m · ~1 min walk
Sendlinger Tor — 153 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates. Avoid the airport exchange bureaux and the ones at Hauptbahnhof — they charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, shops, and restaurants; Amex less so. Contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) work almost everywhere. Some smaller bakeries or kebap shops may be cash-only.
Rounding up or adding 5–10% is standard in restaurants (e.g., €42 → pay €45). Taxis: round up to the next euro. Hotel porters: €1–2 per bag; housekeeping: not expected but €1–2/night is kind.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a bakery (Bäckerei) — about €2.50–3.
Döner kebab or a Currywurst with bread from a snack stand — about €6–8.
A main course at a simple Italian or Bavarian pub — about €12–16.
The Viktualienmarkt area has weekday lunch stalls (Leberkäse, dumplings, sausages) and the area around Sendlinger Tor has several döner and pizza-by-slice places.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto and Rewe. Rewe is slightly pricier but common. All are walkable in 80469.
C&A and H&M on Kaufingerstrasse, plus second-hand/charity shops along Müllerstrasse.
Day ticket for inner zone (€8.80) gives unlimited trams, U-Bahn and buses. From the airport, buy a single ‘Airport City Day Ticket’ (€14.40, two people can use it) or use regional train S1/S8 with a single journey ticket (€13.70).
1) Tap water is safe and free in restaurants — just ask for Leitungswasser. 2) Avoid eating near Marienplatz or the main station; walk five minutes to a side street for better prices. 3) Buy a München CityTourCard for combined transport and museum discounts if you plan multiple entries.
Good to know — Munich
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MunichWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Munich, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Olympic
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet — 91 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Regenbogenapotheke — 58 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Munich Airport (MUC) → Wombat's City Hostel Munich Werksviertel
💡 Most budget-friendly option. Take S8/S1 to Marienplatz, transfer to U5 towards Candidplatz, exit at Candidplatz. Day passes cover airport and all local transit.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Central Munich locations
💡 Direct to Hauptbahnhof/Central Station area. Less frequent than trains but comfortable. From station, take U5 one stop to Candidplatz (5 mins walk to hostel).
Candidplatz Station (after airport transfer) → Munich City Center / Werksviertel Area
💡 U5 is directly 1 stop from Candidplatz to hostel. Purchase a 3-day ticket (€23.20) for unlimited metro, tram, and bus travel. U6 connects to shopping districts and attractions.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Wombat's City Hostel Munich Werksviertel
💡 Fixed airport taxi rates available at ground level. Ride-sharing apps (Uber/Bolt) often cheaper at €40-50, but taxis more reliable during peak hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Olympic?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors have minimal street noise, and the courtyard side avoids Hans-Sachs-Straße traffic. The upper floors get better light and are quieter because only one lift runs and foot traffic is lighter above the 3rd floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Olympic?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street (Hans-Sachs-Straße). Street noise is noticeable, especially with trams and early morning deliveries. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the single lift is audible in adjacent rooms. No room numbers are available, but based on typical layouts, rooms ending in odd numbers on the street side are noisiest.
Is Hotel Olympic noisy?
Main noise sources: Hans-Sachs-Straße traffic (moderate for a central Munich street), trams on nearby Müllerstraße, and the single lift (audible on all floors if your room is adjacent). Weekend evenings may have pedestrian noise from nearby bars and restaurants.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Olympic?
Best view is from the 5th floor, courtyard side — you see the rooftops of Munich’s Altstadt and the occasional church tower. Street-facing rooms have a typical city street view with older buildings opposite. No view of mountains or landmarks from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Olympic?
1. Parking: don’t bring a car if you can avoid it — Parkhaus Rindermarkt costs €30 overnight and has no EV charging. Use the U-Bahn (Fraunhoferstraße station is 5 minutes away). 2. WiFi: the free tier is slow (10 Mbps) and requires no login but can drop. If you need reliable streaming, pay the €5/day premium and request it at check-in — they’ll give you a voucher. 3. Ask for a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the courtyard during booking; these are popular and get booked early.
What time is check-in at Hotel Olympic?
Check-in at Hotel Olympic is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Olympic have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (up to 10 Mbps, no login); premium tier at €5/day (up to 50 Mbps, works reliably for streaming)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Olympic?
€3.50 per person per night (Munich city tax, applicable to leisure stays, excludes business travellers with confirmation)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Olympic?
Döner kebab or a Currywurst with bread from a snack stand — about €6–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Olympic?
Day ticket for inner zone (€8.80) gives unlimited trams, U-Bahn and buses. From the airport, buy a single ‘Airport City Day Ticket’ (€14.40, two people can use it) or use regional train S1/S8 with a single journey ticket (€13.70).
When is the best time to visit Munich?
May-June and September-October: sunny but not scorching, beer gardens are open, and tourist crowds are manageable (unlike July-August). The city feels calm and green.
Top Attractions in Munich
💡 Arrive 10 minutes early to get a good spot. Climb the tower (small fee) for a panoramic view of the city.
💡 Visit the Chinese Tower beer garden for a cheap Maß and pretzel—it's the second-largest beer garden in Munich.
💡 Check the museum website for the exact free Sundays—usually the first Sunday of the month. Go early to avoid queues.
💡 Climb the Olympic Hill (free) for a great view of the city and Alps on clear days. Pack a picnic.
💡 The entrance fee (approx €4) is worth it for the view alone. Go on a clear weekday morning to avoid the crowds.