The Charles Hotel, a Rocco Forte HotelGermany
The Charles Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Sophienstraße28, 80333 Munich
Germany
www.roccofortehotels.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Rocco Forte Hotels
Shareholders
Privately owned
Date of Creation
Created in 2007 and named in honour of Sir Rocco Forte´s and Olga Polizzi´s father, Lord Charles Forte.
Hotel General Manager
Florian Steinmaier
Hotel Positioning
5 Star superior hotel, centrally located by the Alte Pinalothek and the Lenbachhaus, also enjoys the calm backtrop of the Old Botanical Garden.
THE CHARLES HOTEL, A ROCCO FORTE HOTEL
History & Story
Built on the site of a former university library, our hotel was established in 2007 as part of the new Lenbach Gardens. It was named in honour of Sir Rocco Forte’s father, renowned hotelier Lord Charles Forte. Our Royal Suite, Monforte, bears the name of the Italian village where the family originated.
Date Renewal
April 2016: new restaurant & bar « Sophia’s » by Olga Polizzi
Date added extensions
N/A
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Individuality: each hotel has its own subtle, distinctive and personal style and our intuitive approach to service is adapted to the needs of our guests – it is consistent across all our hotels.
Authentically of the city: Each hotel is different because each city is different. Each hotel reflects and forms part of the life and spirit of the city.
Forte Family: The active role of the family – which has been dedicated to hospitality for four generations – lends our hotels’ authentic flair and family charm. It provides an innate understanding of our guests and informs everything from the selection of the hotels to their design and the style of service. Every member of our team is a member of the Forte family.
Location
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 designer stores around Maximilianstrasse.
Key sites/activities in the area
Museum Brandhorst – With the Museum Brandhorst, the Kunstareal museum complex has gained a significant new addition. In conjunction with the collection of the Pinakothek der Moderne, the multifaceted profile of modern and contemporary art has been expanded in an impressive manner.
Cathedral Church of Our Lady – Both onion domes of the Gothic cathedral and city-parish church known as the Frauenkirche (full name: “Dom zu unserer Lieben Frau” or “Cathedral of Our Dear Lady”) are an unmistakable symbol of the city of Munich.
Englischer Garten (“English Garden”) is one of the largest 4 urban parks in the world. The layout has undergone constant change throughout the centuries as new buildings and green spaces were added time and again.
Fun Facts
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Children’s Corner
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. Older ones can ask for films and game consoles, have a bespoke teen itinerary created for them by our Concierge or test out teenager treatments at The Charles Spa.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
Number of rooms & suites: 160
Number of rooms: 136
Number of suites: 24
• Classic Room (40 sqm): Our elegant Classic Rooms are Munich’s largest. As generous in size as they are stylish, they feature large-scale contemporary artworks by Hubertus von Hohenlohe, abstractly depicting the artist in the Bavarian capital.
• Deluxe Park View Room (40 sqm): Our spacious Deluxe Park View Rooms offer classic comforts and contemporary Bavarian style, showcasing the works of Hubertus von Hohenlohe alongside elegant Rocco Forte touches.
• Deluxe Panoramic View Room (40 sqm): Our Deluxe Panoramic View Rooms truly live up to their names, offering the best of Munich, both inside and out. Contemporary Munich-inspired artworks from Hubertus von Hohenlohe grace the walls, while views of the Old Botanical Garden and, on clear days, the Alps, can be enjoyed from the comfort of the chic, botanically influenced sitting area.
• Two Bedroom Family Room (80 sqm): Our spacious Family Room offers style and comfort, created especially for families. Inhabiting two of our Deluxe Park View Rooms, parents and children are connected but with the privacy of their own bedrooms and adjoining bathrooms.
• Junior Suite (48 sqm): Our sophisticated Junior Suites marry classic elegance with contemporary comforts. A neutral, natural colour palette runs throughout, brightened with sophisticated pops of colour from the hardback books to the soft furnishings. The stylish sitting area, invitingly furnished with a sofa, coffee table, and work desk, is perfect for both relaxing and working, offering views out over Munich’s historic buildings and the Lenbach Gardens.
• Classic Suite (67 sqm) : Flooded with natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows and French balcony doors, our Classic Suites look out over the terracotta rooftops of historic Munich. Relax in supreme comfort on your king-sized bed to enjoy the panoramic view, or take it all in from your sophisticated, beautifully-appointed sitting room.
• Signature Park View Suite (73 sqm): Our Signature Park View Suites have one of the most stunning views in Munich , looking out across the Old Botanical Garden, from the luxurious comfort of your king-sized bed.
• Signature Park View Two Bedroom Suite (113 sqm): Comfortable and spacious, our Signature Park View Two Bedroom Suites are the ideal family residences.
• Signature Panoramic View Suite (73 sqm): With far-reaching views over the treetops of the Old Botanical Garden, our Panoramic View Suites are designed to make you feel at one with nature. Floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors lead to curved balconies framing one of the most stunning views in Munich.
• Signature Panoramic View Two Bedroom Suite (113 sqm): With far-reaching views over the treetops of the Old Botanical Garden, our Panoramic View Two Bedroom Suites are designed to make you feel at one with nature. Floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors lead to curved balconies framing one of the most stunning views in Munich.
• Lord Forte Suite (92 sqm): Our exquisitely appointed Lord Forte Suite marries sensational views across the capital of Bavaria with contemporary elegance.
• Forte Suite (92 sqm): The Forte Suite is a tranquil and inviting accommodation that can also be combined with the suite next door, as well as our Monforte Royal Suite. This creates an outstanding three bedroom suite with two private terraces.
• Forte Two Bedroom Suite (145 sqm): Exquisitely appointed and generously sized, the suite also features a guest bedroom and two expansive bathrooms, finished in limestone with a bathtub and walk-in shower. A tranquil and welcoming family residence, the Forte Family Suite can also combine with the Monforte Royal Suite to create a truly sensational three-bedroom suite with two private terraces.
• Monforte Royal Suite (200 sqm): Named from the village birthplace of Lord Forte, which was renamed Monforte in his honour, the Monforte Royal Suite is our most distinguished residence. Found on the top floor of The Charles Hotel, itself also named for the Forte patriarch, this is a one-of-a-kind suite that celebrates family and luxury in equal measure. It can be combined with the Presidential 2-Bed Suite to create a lavish, expansive three-bedroom apartment, or enjoyed as a sublime one-bedroom residence.
Restaurants & Bars
• Sophia’s Restaurant
At Sophia’s Restaurant you can expect modern Italian cuisine, interpreted by our Executive Chef. Enjoy authentic dishes of the highest standard here. On the menu at Sophia’s you will find Italian dishes that captivate not only with their elegance but also with their authenticity. Only the best products are used, hand-picked from producers in the region; quality is the top priority. Meat and fish from high-quality, are sourced from the traditional Polting farm. Juicy saltwater prawns come from Honest Catch. Also on the menu are wines listed from the best Italian vintners and other delicacies from Italy.
• Sophia’s Bar
Contemporary. Fresh. Seasonal. Sophia’s Bar is where discerning drinkers come to sample some of the city’s most innovative cocktails.
Wellness
Awaken your senses in our tranquil spa in Munich. Your own personal sanctuary in the Bavarian capital, listen to the soft hum of music, breathe in the light aroma of essential oils, and let the gentle flickering of candlelight soothe you.
Experience our holistic approach to wellness in one of our signature Rocco Forte Rituals, from full body scrubs and facials, to deep, stimulating massages. Detox your system with a cleansing mud and sea algae wrap, or treat your hardworking hands to a nourishing treatment, encompassing everything from exfoliation and massage to a chic manicure. At The Charles Spa, we also offer fun, pampering experiences for children, with treatments designed just for them.
Corporate & Celebration Events
Encircled by mature oaks and offering views of the Old Botanical Garden, The Charles Hotel is the perfect venue in Munich for meetings and events. It’s the destination of choice for a variety of events, from chic weddings and stylish celebrations to business meetings and international conferences.
Our stylishly appointed meeting and event spaces in Munich can easily be tailored to suit events of any size up to 250 guests and offer the privacy of an exclusive entrance. Each is individually decorated, blending contemporary style with elegant Bavarian accents.
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
2017/2018
• Schlummer Atlas Hotel of the year 2018
• Schlummer Atlas Hotel Manager of the year 2018 – General Manager Frank Heller
• Tripadvisor – Travellers Choice 2017
• Tripadvisor – Certificate of Excellence 2017
• Finest Address Award 2017
2015/2016
• Tripadvisor – Travellers Choice 20 15
• Tripadvisor – Certificate of Excellence 2015 •Finest Address Award 2015
• Schlummer Atlas Top 50 Hoteliers of the year 2015
2013/2014
• Tripadvisor – Certificate of Excellence 2013/2014
• Finest Adress Award 2013/2014
• Schlummer Atlas Top 50 Hotelier of the year 2013/2014
• Varta Guide recommendation 2013 /2014
Number of employees
224