Hotels in Bavaria

With snow-capped mountains, romantic castles, buzzing cities and historic towns, many parts of Bavaria are picture-postcard representations of traditional Germany, with hints of culture shared with neighbouring Austria and Switzerland. Locals are renowned for their laid-back nature, and the state’s cuisine, attractions and landscapes draw visitors from all over the world.  

Whether you’re planning a trip to Bavaria for business or pleasure, you can look forward to staying in super-comfy high-quality rooms at great-value prices when you book one of our Premier Inn Bavarian hotels! 

To explore other German areas with a similar feel to Bavaria, it’s worth checking out the neighbouring states of Baden-Württemberg, home to the stunning Black Forest, and Saxony, which is another great spot for hiking and skiing. Within Bavaria, there’s a variety of towns and cities to explore - visit Munich, Nuremberg, Passau or Regensburg and stay in one of our stylish German Premier Inn hotels. 

Bavaria’s countryside and urban landscapes are home to some of the world’s most astonishing castles, many of which are open to visitors. One of the most famous is the legendary Neuschwanstein Castle which, with its hilltop position and snowy-mountain backdrop, has served as inspiration for Disney films and parks. Other beautiful options include Hohenschwangau Castle, which was once the summer home of the Bavarian royal family, Nuremberg Castle, which is a medieval fortress in the centre of Nuremberg city, or the French chateau-style Würzburg Residence. 

Culture lovers will be spoilt for choice on short breaks in Bavaria with so many museums to choose from! The Toy Museum in Nuremberg is a must-visit for families, while car enthusiasts will love a tour of attractions like the BMW Museum or the Deutsches Museum Verkehrszentrum. Then there’s the Munich Residenz, which is unbeatable when it comes to stunning architecture – this former royal palace is the largest of its kind in Germany and has all kinds of exhibitions to explore.

There’s plenty to keep the whole family happy throughout Bavaria. The main historical cities of Nuremberg and Regensburg don’t just have plenty of exciting landmarks to explore, they’re also perfect for family fun! In Nuremberg, you can take the family to the nearby PLAYMOBIL®-Fun Park for playgrounds and climbing, while in Regensburg you’ll be jumping for joy at the indoor trampoline fun park, Jump-O-Mania.

As the largest state in Germany, Bavaria takes up the majority of the south and south-east of the country. It borders Austria to the south and east, while its neighbouring states are Baden-Württemberg to the west, Thuringia to the north, Saxony to the north-east and Hesse to the north-west. 

The gorgeous countryside is one of the major draws for visitors to Bavaria, with a huge choice of destinations for hiking, cycling, climbing and more. Its major cities include Munich, which is home to the world’s largest and best beer festival Oktoberfest, and Nuremberg, with its walled Old Town and beautiful, historic castles. In general, when you visit Bavaria, you’ll be greeted with traditional medieval towns and palaces, as well as sausage, beer and maybe even some lederhosen! 

Munich is the largest city in Bavaria, well known for its annual Oktoberfest celebrations, but other popular destinations within the state include historic Nuremberg, Regensburg (which sits on the river Danube), Bamberg, Passau, and Fürth.

The main language throughout Bavaria is standard German, with some areas speaking Austro-Bavarian or Swabian as their native language. While you may struggle to be understood in English in some of the smaller villages or towns, it’s more than likely that you’ll encounter plenty of English speakers in the major towns like Munich, Nuremberg or Regensburg.

Bavarian cuisine has quite a distinct style, with plenty of hearty meat, dumpling and potato dishes. Some of the classic traditional meals include Bratwurst sausages, Leberkäse meatloaf, Knödel dumplings or Kartoffelsalat potato salad. For pudding, you can try the delicious Bavarian cream - a custard that’s lightened up with whipped cream. 

The capital city of the state of Bavaria is Munich - here you can enjoy exploring the Nymphenburg Palace, marvelling at the Marienplatz central square or singing drinking songs at the Oktoberfest annual beer festival.