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
Frank Heller: General Manager since the opening of the hotel in 2007. Former experience in the hotel industry within Germany and the Middle East.
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 King (64 rooms), 40sqm, city views, most spacious standard rooms in Munich
Deluxe King (52 rooms), 40sqm, park views
Superior Deluxe King (20 rooms), 40sqm, park views 6th & 7th floor
Junior Suite (4 rooms), 48 sqm, city views
Classic Suite (4 suites), 67 sqm, city views
Executive Suite (10 suites), 73 sqm, park views, panorama bedroom, separate living area, bathroom with daylight
Executive 2 bedroom Suites (2 suites), 113 sqm, park views, panorama master bedroom, separate living area, master bathroom with daylight
Deluxe Suite (2 Suite), 92 sqm, park & Alp views, top floor, a rooftop terrace, panorama bedroom, separate living area, bathroom with daylight
Presidential 2 Bedroom Suite (1 Suite), 145 sqm, park & Alp views, top floor, a rooftop terrace, panorama master bedroom
Monforte Royal Suite (1 Suite), 200 sqm, park & Alp views,5top floor, rooftop terrace, separate living, dining and study area, separate fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with free-standing bathtub, rainforest showers and steam bath, grand piano and original artworks from Franz von Lenbach in the living room.
Restaurants & Bars
Sophia’s is a restaurant, a bar and a cosy lounge, next to the Old Botanical Garden in the centre of Munich. The new botanical bistronomy concept is all about gastronomic excellence and refined food in a comfortable and relaxed setting, in Munich, for the people of Munich. Sophia’s also introduces a newly created cocktail bar, the entrance of which is just to the right of The Charles Hotel.
Sophia’s menu stresses the importance of regional and seasonal products, with some guest appearances from more exotic flavours and ingredients. Though the highest quality meats and freshest fish are also available from Head Chef Michael Hüsken’s specialist butcher and fishermen, vegetables, fruits, spices and herbs take centre stage.
Sophia’s Bar menu continues in the botanical theme, with well balanced and imaginative drinks created by Bar Manager Roman Kern. Roman re-invents the classics by mixing natural essences, drying fruit and vegetables, creating powders out of liqueurs, freezing herbs and pickling spices. These can be enjoyed to the sound of a rotating program of well-known DJs and talented musicians.
Wellness
The 800sqm The Charles Spa is the ultimate urban spa experience. Our retreat in the heart of the city is the perfect place to escape the pace of city life. Enjoy an array of treatments, tailored to individual needs, and carried out by our expert therapists. Swim in Munich´s longest indoor pool and relax in our Finnish sauna and steam bath or exercise in the fully equipped gym.
Corporate & Celebration Events
Ballroom up to 250 guests, 6m high ceilings, can be divided into 3 separate rooms, separate entrance and foyer. 7 additional meeting rooms from 15 to 120 persons, state of the art technical equipment, most with natural daylight.
Extra Notable Features
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
190