Best Independent Style Hotels in Bavaria

As a long-established luxury travel publication, The Luxury Editor is known for showcasing hotels that go beyond star ratings alone and focus on what really matters to discerning travellers seeking a memorable stay in a independent style hotel in Bavaria. Service, design, atmosphere, sense of place and the overall quality of the guest experience all play a part in whether a property earns its place in our curated list.

Whether you are at the early stages of planning or already comparing a shortlist, our choice of independent style hotels in Bavaria is a credible and useful guide, with easy booking options too.

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Bavaria, Munich, Altstadt-Lehel

Bayerischer Hof

Hotel
(5 stars)

While the building dates back to 1841, the décor and facilities of the Bayerischer Hof are both modern and very comfortable. Guests can take their pick from some of the most exclusive and elegant suites in the whole city and it is a good idea to book far in advance in order to secure the simply stunning Presidential, Rooftop Panorama. This huge suite feels more like a miniature palace and comes complete with frescoed ceilings, a butler service and a stunning and very large living area complete with an adjoining balcony.

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Bavaria, Grassau

Das Achental

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 179 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Dining includes three-Michelin Starred Es:senz, Wellness Area, Fitness Centre, Indoor & Outdoor Pools, 18-Hole Golf Course
More Central Location in Chiemgau

Immerse in nature when you stay at this Bavarian-style property, a former equestrian centre set among the Chiemgau Alps. While its midcentury exterior is traditional, the design-forward interiors of this hotel boast brushed wood finishings, soft leather furnishings, burnished brass hardware from a local blacksmith and pieces from B&B Italia. There are three restaurants; the White Stag, the Hubertushütte and the artful two Michelin-starred es:senz by Chef Edip Sigl. Das Achental hosts one of the Leading Golf Clubs of Germany and a 2,000 square-metre wellness area with reclaimed wood, slate stone and Austrian stone pine saunas, and a classic steam bath.

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Bavaria, Elmau

Schloss Elmau

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 147 Rooms & Suites including 100 in the Hideaway & 47 in the Retreat
Amenities Two Michelin-Starred Luce D'oro, La Salle, Summit Restaurant, Tutto Mondo, Fidelio, ananda, Kaminstube & Elmauer Alm
More Located in the Bavarian Alps, Germany, offering Luxurious Amenities Amidst Stunning Natural Scenery

A longtime haven for artists and writers, this castle (a National Monument) was erected in 1916. Since then it has hosted a G7 summit as well as 220 annual concerts and literary events. The food offer is Michelin-starred with French and Japanese dining courtesy of chef Christoph Rainer at Luce D’Oro and many other eateries dotted around the expansive site. Deep in the Elmau Valley, Schloss Elmau now includes a newer wing, accommodating many of the suites, a spa, a yoga pavilion and a library. There’s also a kids club and a huge bookshop.

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Bavaria, Munich, Maxvorstadt

Rocco Forte The Charles Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 160 Rooms & 24 Suites Including A Three-Bedroom Apartment With Rooftop Terrace.
Amenities Features Include A Modern Italian Restaurant With Terrace & Bar Offering Live Music On Weekends A Spa With One Of Munich's Longest Indoor Pools & A Fully Equipped Fitness Centre.
More Located Between Karlsplatz & Knigsplatz Overlooking The Old Botanical Garden Within Walking Distance Of Munich's Museum Quarter & The English Garden.

Located within easy walking distance of the museum quarter, this charming hotel is perhaps best known for its iconic spa. Many guests also choose this establishment because of the very generous buffet-style breakfasts, which incorporate some of the best-loved dishes and foods from around the world. Nature lovers are sure to enjoy the rooms that overlook the Old Botanical Gardens, while those who insist on nothing but the best will want to make sure that they secure the Monforte Presidential Suite. Those who are travelling with their entire entourage can secure the three connecting suites so that they take over the entire floor. The Charles Hotel is also renowned for its excellent business facilities, while the large indoor swimming pool is the perfect place to unwind in style.

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