The interior underwent a complete reconstruction over a number of years, with only the grand entrance and one historic ballroom remaining intact; the latter retaining the original mouldings and traditional gold detailing on the walls. However, it doesn’t take an expert design eye to notice that—despite the extensive rebuild—the team was keen to reference Bavaria’s rich architectural heritage, from the color palette of deep moss greens, ochres, and navy blues to the striking marbles and wood-paneled walls that weave their way through the property. The art, meanwhile, has been sourced primarily from local makers, and references everything from football to local fairytales; if you look closely, you’ll also spot the lion from the Bavarian coat of arms prowling all over the place. Scattered across surfaces you’ll find coffee table books that tell rich and varied stories of Munich—usually left open, inviting you to actually read them while tucked away in one of the many cozy nooks.
Courtesy of Rosewood Munich
This homely feel extends to the hotel’s 73 bedrooms and 59 suites, which, regardless of size, are filled with luxuries to help you on your journey to a better night’s sleep—whether giant pillows, slippers left next to your bed during turndown, calming Votary beauty products and more books for bedtime reading. For those seeking something a little more grandiose, there are five “houses,” each named after Bavaria’s royal family—which is fitting given these are more like grand apartments than hotel suites—featuring full-spec kitchens and spacious dining areas. The Prinzessin Ferdinande House even has a glass bridge suspended between the two historic buildings, which guests can walk through to reach a private lounge area. Yet here, it’s the smallest details that shine: I found myself Googling everything from the Victoria + Albert Tombolo bath rack (who knew a tray across the tub could be so stylish?) to the SV Casa leather tray on the bedside table, to the Italesse tumblers at breakfast.