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Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich
Munich, Bavaria, Germany · Kempinski · High Luxury
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich opened in 1858 at the decree of King Maximilian II on Maximilianstrasse, the royal boulevard he commissioned in 1850 in his Neo-Gothic Renaissance style. Built as the city's grandest accommodation, the hotel has remained tied to Munich's elite social life for more than 165 years, flanked today by Chanel, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton boutiques as well as the Bavarian State Opera. Its location places guests three minutes from the Hofbräuhaus and eight from Marienplatz. Kempinski's stewardship has carried that royal-era identity into contemporary dining, wellness, and guest programming.
- Opened 1858
- Neighborhood: Ludwigsvorstadt-Isarvorstadt
About Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich
- MICHELIN gave the hotel a Three Keys rating in 2025.
- Suites come with baroque murals and personal butlers, a detail carried over from the hotel's royal-era grandeur.
History
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich states that it has welcomed royalty since 1858, and its own experiences page says King Maximilian II opened the hotel that year as part of his vision for a modern city. The property is one of Munich’s classic grand hotels, positioned on Maximilianstraße and long associated with the city’s elite social life. Kempinski’s current branding emphasizes its role as a historic luxury landmark and its continued evolution through contemporary dining, wellness, and guest experiences. The hotel’s official site also highlights that it has been the home of the “Good Life” in Munich since 1858.
The hotel opened in 1858 at royal decree as the city's grandest accommodation; Hofbräuhaus is a three-minute walk, the Munich Residence six minutes, and Marienplatz eight minutes on foot.
The setting
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich commands Maximilianstraße 17, the royal boulevard commissioned by King Maximilian II in 1850 in his unique Neo-Gothic Renaissance style — Munich's most prestigious address. The hotel opened in 1858 at royal decree as the city's grandest accommodation; Hofbräuhaus is a three-minute walk, the Munich Residence six minutes, and Marienplatz eight minutes on foot. Flanked by Chanel, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton boutiques and the Bavarian State Opera, the avenue concentrates cultural prestige and elite retail in a cluster of landmark luxury properties at Munich's historic heart.
Restaurants and bars
- Schwarzreiter Tagesbar — Restaurant
- Schwarzreiter Restaurant — Restaurant
- Jahreszeiten Bar — Bar
- Jahreszeiten Lobby / Lobby Bar — Café · Patisserie · Ian Baker
- Kempinski Cigar Lounge by Zechbauer Munich — Bar
Experiences
- Ludwig Suite — Newly renovated 220 m² presidential suite with three bedrooms, created as a tribute to King Ludwig II.
- Munich E.R.A.s — Introduces Munich through its people, spaces and moments, bringing local ways of enjoying the city to guests.
- Day spa — Luxury day spa with relaxing beauty treatments, a swimming pool and a view over the rooftops of Munich.
- Culinary highlights — Traditional regional cuisine and international specialities, including Afternoon Tea and the Schwarzreiter Gourmet Brunch.
- Day trips to surrounding area — The surrounding area, with its idyllic lakes, picturesque castles and nearby Alps, is worth exploring.
Amenities
- Kempinski The Spa
- Heated indoor pool
- Sauna and steam room
- Gym / fitness center
- Day Spa offerings
- Luxury body treatments
- Culinary Highlights program
- Afternoon Tea
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star (2026)
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
- MICHELIN Three Keys (2025)
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