Marriott Bonvoy hotels in Munich, Germany
Jul 1, 2008, 3:13 pm
#16
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Marriott-family hotels in Munich
I have the choice of staing in Mariott City or the Renaissance Hotel in Munich. Which one would you choose?
By the way? Do the Munich hotels have lounge facilities?
Thank you very much for your advice.
Regards
cimber
By the way? Do the Munich hotels have lounge facilities?
Thank you very much for your advice.
Regards
cimber
Jul 1, 2008, 3:26 pm
#17
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Houston, TX
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3rd option: Courtyard City Center. It's a couple blocks from the central train station and very convenient to the train and subway connections - and walking distance to Oktoberfest.
Jul 2, 2008, 11:00 pm
#18
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Reutlingen, Germany
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All the MUC Marriott properties are quite un-exciting. REN and MAR are in the same location.
I would just Priceline and see what come out.
I would just Priceline and see what come out.
Jul 4, 2008, 10:55 am
#22
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We stayed at the Courtyard City Center in December and it was a nice property, and very close to the tourist-center of town. The neighborhood was a little colorful but not intimidating. Also, it's about a block and a half from the train station if you're traveling by rail. PM me if you have other questions about it. As a tourist, I think it's the best location.
Jul 4, 2008, 10:57 am
#23
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We stayed at the Courtyard and it's much closer to the tourist items if the other amenities aren't as important. Also a block from the Hauptbanhof if travelling by Train
Jul 9, 2008, 9:04 am
#24
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The Ren is/was a business hotel, packed during the week but with lots of space on weekends when businessmen (of both sexes) aren't traveling. Lately, though, they seem to be marketing to tour groups and the like (and soccer fans) to try to get more fill on weekends, and in such cases the upgrade opportunity might be limited.
The breakfasts are still absolutely outstanding, though!
Aug 8, 2008, 4:57 pm
#26
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Location: Dallas, TX, USA
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Just be aware that it isn't a airport hotel, IMO...have to take a cab about a 15 minute ride from the airport. There is supposedly a shuttle but when I called they told me that they'd call a cab!! It was a reasonable rate (I guess they have some sort of deal with a local cab company), but on the way back to the airport the next morning the front desk clerk wouldn't put the cab on my bill and I ended up paying about 23 euros for the ride back to the airport. Turns out they are supposed to give you some coupon otherwise the cab just turns on the meter.
I got there way too late and left way too early to comment on anything else.
Aug 9, 2008, 2:12 pm
#27
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The Ren Munich: During my last stay in May 07 (thought it would NOT be hot enough to worry about air/con), Even in May, I had to ask for a floor fan. Just because of no air/con, I will look for other property next time.
Aug 18, 2008, 10:43 am
#28
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Not sure how many of the rooms have been outfitted that way, but air conditioning has indeed (at last) come to the Renaissance!
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Oct 18, 2008, 6:10 pm
#29
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I've seen all the Munich Marriott threads, wondering if there are some more recent experiences with the Marriott and/or Renaissance Munich.
I have a very quick stay, arrive mid-Saturday afternoon, leave mid-morning on Sunday.
I'm a Plat, hoping to get an upgrade (i'd imagine one weekend night won't be a big deal), but on this stay I'm chiefly looking for a comfortable bed and some nice walking around the property (including somewhere to get a beer, maybe a couple of touristy things).
I have a very quick stay, arrive mid-Saturday afternoon, leave mid-morning on Sunday.
I'm a Plat, hoping to get an upgrade (i'd imagine one weekend night won't be a big deal), but on this stay I'm chiefly looking for a comfortable bed and some nice walking around the property (including somewhere to get a beer, maybe a couple of touristy things).
Oct 19, 2008, 2:11 pm
#30
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I have a very quick stay, arrive mid-Saturday afternoon, leave mid-morning on Sunday.
I'm a Plat, hoping to get an upgrade (i'd imagine one weekend night won't be a big deal), but on this stay I'm chiefly looking for a comfortable bed and some nice walking around the property (including somewhere to get a beer, maybe a couple of touristy things).
I'm a Plat, hoping to get an upgrade (i'd imagine one weekend night won't be a big deal), but on this stay I'm chiefly looking for a comfortable bed and some nice walking around the property (including somewhere to get a beer, maybe a couple of touristy things).
I have yet to receive a noticeable upgrade at the Marriott but i prefer it over the REN as i am a huge fan of their modern and brand-new Wellness-area.
Both hotels are basically next to each other so walking options are the same. However i would recommend not to walk around the hotels as there are much nicer areas in Munich to walk around. Just walk 2 mins to "Nordfriedhof"-subway station and use the "U6" to get to downtown Munich (Marienplatz) or the Nightlife spot (Münchner Freiheit).