This is a lovely hotel tucked away in a side street a short stroll from Sendlinger Tor metro station. We received a fantastic welcome from the receptionist and felt we were old friends (even though this was a first visit!). There is complimentary coffee & pastries plus fruit and sweets on offer in the small reception area. Our room on 2nd floor was easily accessed via the lift or staircase and overlooked the street. It was very comfortable with no outside noise, a clean spacious bathroom with shower, a wardrobe, safe, dressing table,television, double bed and the piece de resistance a COMPLIMENTARY mini bar with beer,cola,apple juice and water which was replenished daily. We were advised this was included in the breakfast cost and although no in room tea/coffee [not really a 'thing' in German hotels] we were very pleased at this 'freebie'. Breakfast was in a light bright room just off reception and was a wonderful sight. A buffet of both hot and cold food - sausages, eggs, plus various breads & rolls, yogurts, jelly with vanilla cream (in lovely glass pots), cereals, home made jams, fruit juices AND sparkling wine,cake and tea or coffee. If you left feeling hungry then you must have missed your chance to fill up before hitting the shopping streets and Christmas Markets. This is definitely a hotel I would recommend to others and would return to in future. From the decor and comfort to the very helpful friendly staff this Carat hotel is a 5 star in my eyes