Munich is one of Germany’s most popular destinations. Still, unlike other cities such as London, Paris, and Rome, where legendary establishments are part of the social scene, there is not much of a hotel culture among locals.  This facilitates entry into the sector for outstanding additions to the city’s hotel sector.  One such superb property is Cortiina, a small but impressive hotel that has created a unique identity in an excellent location.

A member of Design Hotels, Cortiina certainly has the cachet expected in stylish accommodation.  As is often the case in design hotels, the rooms vary in size and shape but not in a high level of quality and thought in consideration of the needs of contemporary travellers.  Power points are numerous, and USB connections help recharge devices.  Upper-level studios with separate seating areas are cosy pieds-à-terre for visitors to Bavaria’s effervescent capital.  Cosy is a word that can be applied to the ground-floor lounge area and wine bar that doubles as the breakfast room in the morning.  Cortiina serves an extensive breakfast buffet with various appealing options, which is somewhat surprising for a small hotel.  It is well prepared and presented, and diverse dietary requirements are no challenge.  Cortiina also serves a complimentary afternoon tea to in-house guests—a nice touch of hospitality.

Located a block from Munich’s beautiful Old Town main square, Cortiina is highly convenient for sightseeing and evening outings for drinks and dining.  The hotel does not have a restaurant of its own. Still, a block away in the other direction is Kull, a chic establishment where superb service on the part of the staff enhances a dining experience already elevated by the excellence of the food and wines.  Very popular with savvy locals who know a good meal when they eat one, Kull is a sure bet for a satisfying dinner in its successful effort to blend French savoir-faire with New York charisma.  No one leaves hungry.

Also appealing as a less formal dining option is Brenner, a bustling brasserie on the cavernous ground floor of a historic building that now provides a spacious venue for enjoying meals, drinks, and many desserts.  Grilled meats and homemade pasta are specialties of the house and not to be missed.  The bar section at the front is perpetually busy while the restaurant and grill ebb and flow with mealtimes.  What does not ebb and flow is the quality of the food and the rather jovial atmosphere.

Although Munich is a large city, most of its attractions are within walking distance of the Old Town.  The most famous attraction, the Residenz, is a spectacular representation of wealth during the city’s days as a royal seat of government.  The Residenz’s Antiquarium is a stunning room where masterful portraits line the walls under a spectacular ceiling.  Other sights around town include the State Collection Of Greek And Roman Antiquities, its Königsplatz neighbour, the Glyptothek, showcasing sculptures from the same era.  Villa Stuck, an Art Deco masterpiece of a home, is open to the public; its lovely garden is a secret haven of serenity.  People stopping on the bridge above the Eisbach can watch surfers in action on the permanent wave that surges in the stream.  Far from any ocean, Munich is Germany’s surfing capital.

 

 

 

Written by: Robert La Bua – Global Travel Connoisseur

 

 

 

 

 

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