Mandarin Oriental Munich, Munich

Completely remodeled on the inside a year ago, they have thought of all of the modern amenities while maintaining a traditional feel of sorts. The lobby is impressive and quite inviting to sit in. Elevators and staircases are marble. The concierge, Juergen Russ, and the ladies at the check in desk are smiling and courteous. The hallways smell oddly close and stuffy; but are nicely decorated in silk wallpaper, and softly lit, with gilt-framed prints. Bedrooms are nicely sized, with wooden parquet floors. Heavy crown molding finishes the room's appearance nicely. Everything is immaculate. There is an inlaid desk and matching bedside nightstands. Divided light mirrored closet doors are deep enough to accommodate a large suitcase laid flat, which is a nice touch. There is plenty of storage, should you be staying several days. Pale yellow wallpaper has a yellow diamond print. There are chrome accents on the lamps and door knobs and handles. I can see the city from the windows (Be sure to ask for the 7th floor !), which are flanked by bronze silk curtains, and electronic window shades. There is a distant view of the magnificent Maximillianeum, which is stunningly lit at night. There is a lovely glass fronted china cabinet with recessed light, a welcome change from the usual art. There is a flat screen tv opposite the bed. A side table holds a welcome basket of fruit, a 3 layer stand of assorted gourmet chocolates, and a complimentary mini bar which holds fruit drinks, Evian water and beer. The king-sized bed has a modern, abstract shaped headboard. There are 4 enormous pillows and a matching white duvet spread invitingly across it. Nightstands hold telephones on each side, and a pretty clock. The mattress is hard, but the pillows are quite comfortable, either propped against your back while you sit up and read, or for sleeping. There is a patterned rug underneath the bed, and slippers are provided in sizes for both women and men. At evening turn down service, a single orchid flower was placed on my pillow, and there was an unopened bottle of Evian on the nightstand, both of which are nice touches. The marble bathroom is large, with heated floors, which are a delight in the middle of the night. There is a deep soaking tub, and separate large shower with a rain head. There is both a toilet and a bidet. The usual amenities are provided, and replenished each day. The soap smells spicy and is nice. There are big bathrobes, but they are thin and feel rough, although they are warm. The enormous bath sheets are also thin and rough, but quite absorbent. The other towels are standard sizes, and one has a hole in it. The desk holds an assortment of current magazines, and a welcome note on heavy card stock from both the manager as well as the front desk Manager, Kristina. Several sheets of stationary and matching envelopes printed with the hotel's logo. Pencils without erasers are provided; but oddly enough, no pens. Loving Annie

great hotel in germany, i think it is the best hotel in munich and one of the top hotels in a worldwide competition. A lot of glamour, many celebraties, outstanding service. Thank you very much Mandarin Team!