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Gay Munich

Munich is Germany's third largest city and is located in Bavaria in the south of country. There is a thriving LGBTQ+ scene in the city and queer life is embraced here. A very historic city with beautiful architecture, Munich is of course famed for it's annual Oktoberfest, but you can find beer halls to drink in all year round.

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Munich Gay Bars

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Bar Rendezvous

Bar Rendezvous

Drag, Karaoke

The small bar "Rendezvous" on Müllerstrasse has been around for many years now. This is where people meet for beer, drag (travesty) shows and karaoke on Thursdays. And flirting is part of the evening program.
Cafe NiL

Cafe NiL

Cosy, Pub Vibes

Back to the roots! The legendary NiL, one of the first bars in the Munich gay community, is back. The original with Manfred as host. As in the past, he welcomes guests of all ages. They should get to know each other and feel completely at home. The scene finally has its long-missed living room back. Bigger and more glamorous than ever.
NY.Club

NY.Club

Young Crowd, Dancing, Cruising

Gay nightclub with house music from local & international DJs, dance floor, lounge area & darkroom. On Fridays luxury pop party with pop and charts and a predominantly younger audience. Saturday night more house, with international and national guest DJs.
Sub Cafe

Sub Cafe

Food

A few steps from Gärtnerplatz is the cafe in the Sub, a pillar of the gay, social and cultural center for gay, bisexual and queer men and trans people in Munich. The Cafe im Sub is the meeting point for everyone who wants to meet up with their friends or make new acquaintances - or who want to find out what's going on in Munich's gay scene. The cafe offers a large selection of drinks - juices, teas, beers, long drinks - at reasonable prices and is run entirely by volunteers. All income from the cafe operation goes to the LGBTI * offers of the sub. However, there is no compulsion to consume in the cafe. On some evenings, certain clubs or organizations (e.g. TransMann, LeTRa, Bushido Karate and many more) take over the counter service in the cafes. These theme evenings enable our guests to get to know many of the LGBTIQ * groups in the community directly and to talk to them. (Thanks to the counter service in the sub, groups and initiatives have the opportunity to present themselves and their offers and to actively support the community.) The Sub is also a cultural center and offers many artists the opportunity to exhibit their work on the walls of the cafe. Concerts, readings and lectures also take place regularly in the house and show how diverse and colorful our community is! Especially for those who are only just beginning to deal with their own gender identity and / or sexual orientation, there are low-threshold opportunities for discussion through advice in the evening or the information service. You can read or borrow relevant books and information material from and for the community in our cozy library. There is something for everyone here - for every person, every culture, every age group and every interest.
Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

Outdoor Seating, Food

LGBTQ+ friendly cafe, restaurant and cocktail bar. When there is good weather they provide a street terrace. Recommended for Bavarian Beers, good coffee and home-made cakes and sandwiches. Check out their happy hour offering!
Ochsengarten

Ochsengarten

Fetish, Cruising

The Ochsengarten is Europe's oldest gay bar for jeans, leather, uniform and rubber guys (since 1967). We look forward to welcoming guests with outfits based on this dress code, especially on weekends. It is not only our wish that our guests feel comfortable in their outfits, but we also strive to preserve the tradition of the ox garden. Conclusion: No strict dress code, but outfits in the tradition of the ox garden are very welcome and welcome.

Gay friendly hotels in Munich

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3* BOLD Munchen Zentrum

3* BOLD Munchen Zentrum

Offering free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, this accommodation is located in Munich's Ludwigsvorstadt district. BOLD Hotel Munchen Zentrum is just a 5-minute walk from the Theresienwiese, the Oktoberfest venue. Rooms and apartments at BOLD Hotel Munchen Zentrum are set in 2 neighbouring buildings separated by a quiet courtyard, and they all feature bright decor and a cable TV. Some also include a balcony and some have a kitchenette. A rich breakfast is served every morning in the breakfast room. Guests can enjoy some cocktails and drinks at the hotel bar. Many shops and restaurants are to be found within a 5-minute walk. Poccistrasse Underground Station is just 50 m from BOLD Hotel Munchen Zentrum. This is just 3 direct stops from Munich Town Hall in Marienplatz Square on the U3 and U6 lines. Private parking can be booked at the property, and the A99 motorway is just 12 minutes away.
3* Cocoon Hauptbahnhof

3* Cocoon Hauptbahnhof

Situated in Munich and with Karlsplatz (Stachus) reachable within 1.3 km, Cocoon Hauptbahnhof features a bar, allergy-free rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Private parking is available on site. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at Cocoon Hauptbahnhof. Speaking German and English, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area at the reception. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Konigsplatz, Lenbachhaus and Sendlinger Tor. The nearest airport is Munich Airport, 29 km from Cocoon Hauptbahnhof.
5* The Charles Hotel

5* The Charles Hotel

Overlooking the Old Botanical Garden, this 5-star design hotel in Munich offers an exclusive spa with indoor pool, soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi, and an elegant Neo Bistro with terrace and bar. The air-conditioned rooms and suites of the Rocco Forte The Charles Hotel feature a flat-screen TV, a limestone bathroom with a bathtub and a separate walk-in shower. Most of the rooms enjoy views of the city or of the Old Botanical Garden. The spacious spa area at the Charles Hotel includes a pool, sauna, steam room, and a modern gym. A range of beauty treatments can be booked here. Refined specialities with regional and seasonal products are served in the Sophia's Restaurant & Bar. Guests can enjoy a cocktail in the stylish Sophia's Bar or relax in the lobby lounge The Library while enjoying the Afternoon Tea. The Charles Rocco Forte has a private garage. Munich Central Station is only 500 m away.
3* Hotel Deutsche Eiche

3* Hotel Deutsche Eiche

Offering the infamous and large male-only paid sauna, a 24-hour front desk, and a rooftop terrace with city views, gay friendly Hotel Deutsche Eiche is centrally located in Munich. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Rooms here are spacious, mainly air-conditioned and stylishly decorated with heated wooden floors and contemporary furnishings. Each room features a desk, flat-screen TV, and a bathroom with a designer wash basin. A hearty breakfast buffet is provided every morning, and the restaurant serves classic German and Bavarian specialities in the evenings. A supermarket is located 100 m from the property. Hotel Deutsche Eiche is 1.9 km from Oktoberfest - Theresienwiese, 1.3 km from Central Station Munich and 500 m from Marienplatz Square and Town Hall. Munich Airport is 29 km away, and takes about 45 minutes by S-Bahn or taxi.
3* Motel One Sendlinger Tor

3* Motel One Sendlinger Tor

This hotel is located at the Sendlinger Tor Gate in Munich's Old Town. Motel One features free Wi-Fi, design rooms and a trendy lounge offering 24-hour drinks and snacks. Motel One Munchen-Sendlinger Tor was built in 2009 and features attractive turquoise interiors. All rooms are air conditioned and include a flat-screen TV, a movable desk and a granite bathroom. The One Lounge features an open fireplace and includes a breakfast cafe, lounge and a popular bar. Motel One Munchen-Sendlinger Tor is a 10-minute walk from Munich Central Station and Munich's Town Hall at Marienplatz Square. Sendlinger Tor Underground Station is a 2-minute walk away.
4* Hotel marc munchen

4* Hotel marc munchen

Located a 3-minute walk from Munich Central Station, this modern hotel offers soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi access, a breakfast buffet, and a 24-hour reception. Marienplatz Square is a 15-minute walk away. The bright, non-smoking rooms at 4-star Marc Munchen feature a modern decor. All air-conditioned rooms include a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a private bathroom, and some rooms overlook the quiet courtyard. The hot and cold breakfast buffet is served every morning in Marc Munchen's modern breakfast room with its large windows. Guests can relax in the bar or use the free internet terminal in the lobby. Marc Munchen is a 10-minute walk from the Karlsplatz pedestrian shopping area and also from the Theresienwiese site of Munich's Oktoberfest beer festival. On-site parking is available at Marc Munchen. Munich Central Station provides direct underground links to the Munich Trade Fair and direct train links to Munich Airport.

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