Hotel Maximilian's
Augsburg, Germany
Innenstadt
Vibe
Under a stained-glass dome depicting Augsburg's coat of arms, the central lounge anchors a mid-century rebuild rich with Bavarian civic history.
“Historic Bavarian salon”
An enduring civic landmark on Maximilianstraße where generations of visitors and Augsburg locals gather for milestones.
Attentive personalized service paired with spacious suites, evening turndown, and Michelin-starred fine dining at Sartory.
Centuries of hospitality tracing back to 1495, rebuilt in the 1950s with historical art and curated artifacts throughout.
On historic Maximilianstrasse in Augsburg's old town, a short walk from the Schaezlerpalais and cathedral.
“this Augsburg institution was completely rebuilt in 1954, and in its current form is as up-to-date as a contemporary luxury hotel can be.”
Rooms
Warm contemporary interiors pair rich timber accents with spacious layouts, while top-floor suites look out across the historic old town.
Wellness
A heated rooftop pool looks over Augsburg's spires, paired with Finnish and bio saunas, aroma salt steam, and restorative mineral water.
Backstory
Dating to 1495 and rebuilt in 1954, the property once hosted Mozart and Napoleon during their travels across Bavaria.
Eat & drink
Simon Lang leads Michelin-starred Sartory with refined French cuisine, complemented by open-kitchen dining at maximilian°s and craft cocktails at Bar 3M.
The neighborhood
Set directly along historic Maximilianstrasse, the grand boulevard places the Schaezlerpalais, Renaissance fountains, and the cathedral a short stroll away.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.