THE CHARLES HOTEL MUNICH
THE CHARLES PERSPECTIVE Centrally located by the Alte Pinakothek and the Lenbachhaus, The Charles Hotel also enjoys the calm backdrop of the Old Botanical Garden. It boasts the city s most spacious rooms and longest indoor pool. It s a place with true Bavarian service warm, personal and understated. 1
our name Built on the site of a former university library, our hotel was created in 2007 and named in honour of Sir Rocco Forte s and Olga Polizzi s father, renowned hotelier Charles Forte. Our Presidential Suite, Monforte, bears the name of the Italian village from where the Forte family originated. 2 3
Everything that s great about Munich is within reach. Set on the edge of the famous museum quarter, we also border the popular Maxvorstadt district. We re close to historic attractions such as Königsplatz and we re a short stroll from the designer stores around Maximilianstrasse. 4 5
YOUR MUNICH Like any good hosts, we re keen to show you around. We ll help you unlock every city secret. Fancy mingling with the locals in one of Munich s traditional beer gardens? Visiting the bohemian Schwabing quarter, with its hip cafés, restaurants and bars? Strolling along the wooded paths of the English Garden? Visiting Nymphenburg Palace? Stepping back in time with a day tour at Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles? Exploring the Alps a little further afield? With so much to do, making the most of your time in Munich means separating the ordinary from the extraordinary. That s where we come in. 7
View from THE MONFORTE suite 9
DAVVERO ITALIANO Italy s finest dishes. Bavaria s best cocktails. A vibrant atmosphere juxtaposed with the calm backdrop of the Old Botanical Garden. DAVVERO Simple yet sophisticated cuisine. Sample Italian dishes made using the finest local produce. All served in our light-filled restaurant or on our terrace. White truffles. Mediterranean lamb. Hot chocolate cake with saffron ice-cream. THE BAR Traditional English Afternoon Tea. Expertly blended cocktails shaken and stirred to perfection. All served beneath the largest private collection of artworks by Franz von Lenbach. 10 11
Giardino business lunches. Leisurely weekend brunches. A monthly Italian Market. DISCOVER MUNICH S BEST ITALIAN AT DAVVERO. 12 13
Rooms and Suites Our 136 bedrooms and 24 suites are designed by Olga Polizzi, each with individual character and charm. The most spacious rooms in Munich. Views of the Old Botanical Garden. Bathroom decorations in porcelain from Bavaria s oldest manufacturer. You ll find countless thoughtful touches too, such as a selection of Thomas Mann works by your bedside. 14 15
THE MONFORTE FLOOR 450m 2 ACROSS THE ENTIRE 8 TH FLOOR WITH PRIVATE TERRACES FROM EVERY ROOM 17
spa and Gym The hotel has a fully equipped Fitness Centre, with state-of-the-art cardiovascular, weight and resistance equipment. For a more indulgent way to relax, enjoy the sauna, steam room and Munich s longest indoor pool. A comprehensive range of treatments will help you unwind further. 18 19
children big and small We welcome children of all ages. Younger ones will arrive to our special check-in ladder, enjoy splash time in our pool and meet friends at our weekend Kids Club. And when it s time to say goodnight, they can cuddle up to Charly the toy lion and enjoy homemade cookies and milk. Older ones can ask for films and games consoles, have a bespoke teen itinerary created for them by our Concierge, or even test out teenager treatments at The Charles Spa. 20 21
Accommodation and services Accommodation 136 bedrooms and 24 suites Marble bathrooms with separate walk-in showers and heated floors In all rooms: complimentary Wi-Fi access; interactive entertainment system; In Room Safe with charging facilities and In Room Bar In our classic suites and above: in-suite check-in; bags unpacked on arrival and packed again when you leave; evening wear pressed on the night you arrive; coffee machine in your suite upon request; complimentary breakfast; complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi access and local calls; second television in the living room; VIP welcome amenities. Exclusive to children: children s check-in ladder; slippers; bathrobes; bath-time accessories; children s menus for In Room Dining and Davvero restaurant, bibs, high-chairs and children s crockery; Charly the Lion Turndown Service; books, games, games consoles and movies; cots and children s bed linen; special in-room treats Restaurant and Bar Davvero restaurant with terrace The Bar Private Dining and Meetings Ballroom and foyer for up to 250 guests, with separate access 7 meeting rooms for up to 80 delegates Natural daylight in all meeting rooms Business Centre Private dining room for up to 14 guests in Davvero restaurant Spa and fitness Pool Aromatherapy sauna and steam bath 5 treatment rooms (including a double room) Relaxation areas Gym Guest Services 24-hour In Room Dining Airport/station transfers Express check-in and check-out Morning servicing of your room and turndown service; additional evening service upon request Packing and unpacking of your luggage Same-day laundry service Shoe shine service Pressing service Valet and on-site parking Wi-Fi access available throughout the hotel Real success consists of not having millions in the bank but fulfilment and happiness in the knowledge that you are doing something worthwhile. LORD FORTE, PHOTOGRAPHED IN HIS FIRST MILK BAR 22 23
LONDON HOTEL ASTORIA ST PETERSBURG Rocco forte hotels THE BALMORAL EDINBURGH HOTEL DE ROME BERLIN Rocco Forte Hotels is different. Our hotel in Berlin is called the Hotel de Rome. Our hotel in Rome is the Hotel de Russie. Each hotel is individual because each city is unique. BROWN S HOTEL HOTEL AMIGO BRUSSELS VILLA KENNEDY FRANKFURT THE CHARLES HOTEL MUNICH Our hotels are landmarks right at the very heart of the city, except for our resort, which is suitably remote. They are as much a part of each location s landscape as the Spanish Steps in Rome or St Isaac s Cathedral in St Petersburg. They are colourful, characterful buildings with interiors that resonate with the local culture. HOTEL SAVOY FIRENZE While each of our hotels has its own personality, our exacting standards ensure a personal and attentive service that unites them all. As a family who has been in hospitality for four generations, we have a warm-hearted approach that is embraced by our hotels. HOTEL DE RUSSIE ROMA JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA VERDURA RESORT SICILIA 25
Your hosts: The Forte Family Our style of service is about being true to our hotels, to our heritage, and to our city. We have done things this way for four generations. You might say it s in our blood. We are a family of individuals, and our hotels, like us, are all individual too. 26 27
CONTACT Sophienstrasse 28, 80333 Munich, Germany. Tel +49 (0) 89 544 555 0 GDS chain code is FC. Sabre 21808 Galileo/Apollo 60608 Amadeus MUC740 Worldspan 0740 MAKING A RESERVATION For our best online rates please visit roccofortehotels.com To speak directly with our hotels please call: Belgium Hotel Amigo +32 2 547 4747 Germany Hotel de Rome +49 1805 123 370 Villa Kennedy +49 1805 123 360 The Charles Hotel +49 1805 123 380 Italy Hotel Savoy +39 055 27 35 1 Hotel de Russie +39 06 32 88 81 Verdura Resort +39 0925 998 180 Russia Hotel Astoria +7 812 494 5757 UK The Balmoral +44 131 556 2414 Brown s Hotel +44 20 7493 6020 follow us TheCharlesHotelMunich.RoccoForte @RF_CharlesHotel Our toll-free reservation numbers are available in these countries: Argentina 0800 222 5796 Brazil 0800 892 4261 Canada 1 888 667 9477 Germany 00800 7666 6667 Italy 00800 7666 6667 MEXICO 01 800 099 0650 Russian Federation (812) 494 5759* Spain 00800 7666 6667 United Kingdom 00800 7666 6667 United States 1 888 667 9477 *Please note this number is not toll-free. For all other countries, please use one of the following numbers; calls are charged at international rates. Asia Pacific +65 6232 5563 Europe +49 69 664 19 603 Middle East +65 6232 5598 The Americas +1 407 673 4373 Front cover: From the Forte family album. book online at roccofortehotels.com