The Scandic Palace Hotel is a historic, 169-room upscale hotel located in the bustling heart of central Copenhagen right on the City Hall Square (Rådhuspladsen) and at the end of the popular Strøget pedestrian street. It’s within walking distance to restaurants, shops, sights like Tivoli, and transportation including Copenhagen’s Central Station. Steeped in history and known for hosting famous guests, the hotel offers sophisticated, romantic decor that unites antique style with modern simplicity. With a cozy restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi and breakfast buffet, and other extras, the Scandic Palace offers a full suite of amenities. Rooms are simple but chic, though some guests complain that the beds are uncomfortable and that hotel’s central location makes front-facing rooms prone to noise. Those on the market for a romantic hotel can also try the much smaller Nimb Hotel, which overlooks Tivoli and has more elegant decor but fewer amenities.
The Scandic Palace Hotel is a historic, 169-room upscale hotel located in the bustling heart of central Copenhagen right on the City Hall Square (Rådhuspladsen) and at the end of the popular Strøget pedestrian street. It’s within walking distance to restaurants, shops, sights like Tivoli, and transportation including Copenhagen’s Central Station. Steeped in history and known for hosting famous guests, the hotel offers sophisticated, romantic decor that unites antique style with modern simplicity. With a cozy restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi and breakfast buffet, and other extras, the Scandic Palace offers a full suite of amenities. Rooms are simple but chic, though some guests complain that the beds are uncomfortable and that hotel’s central location makes front-facing rooms prone to noise. Those on the market for a romantic hotel can also try the much smaller Nimb Hotel, which overlooks Tivoli and has more elegant decor but fewer amenities.
The 132-room middle-range Scandic Front is in a quiet location close to the city center, and has a fitness room the size of a small public gym. Rooms range from tiny, dark Economy Rooms to two-story suites with spiral staircases, all with modern decor and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and dinner and room service are also available (the restaurant doesn't serve lunch). The Square Copenhagen is similarly priced but doesn't have a fitness center.
The 132-room middle-range Scandic Front is in a quiet location close to the city center, and has a fitness room the size of a small public gym. Rooms range from tiny, dark Economy Rooms to two-story suites with spiral staircases, all with modern decor and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and dinner and room service are also available (the restaurant doesn't serve lunch). The Square Copenhagen is similarly priced but doesn't have a fitness center.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Danmark is a stylish, centrally located Copenhagen property near City Hall and the Tivoli Gardens, plus shops and public transportation. Danish design here is every inch the chic urban hotel, and although small, the 89 rooms are handsome and contemporary. Each comes with a desk, kettle, flat-screen TV, and safe, but no air-conditioning or mini-fridge. Quality features include a Danish restaurant serving organic breakfasts, free coffee and wine hours, and a courtyard garden and rooftop terrace. Fitness fanatics should note that a gym won't be open until December 2017. Larger rooms are available at the First Hotel Kong Frederik, but rates are higher.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Danmark is a stylish, centrally located Copenhagen property near City Hall and the Tivoli Gardens, plus shops and public transportation. Danish design here is every inch the chic urban hotel, and although small, the 89 rooms are handsome and contemporary. Each comes with a desk, kettle, flat-screen TV, and safe, but no air-conditioning or mini-fridge. Quality features include a Danish restaurant serving organic breakfasts, free coffee and wine hours, and a courtyard garden and rooftop terrace. Fitness fanatics should note that a gym won't be open until December 2017. Larger rooms are available at the First Hotel Kong Frederik, but rates are higher.
Many tourist attractions are within walking distance of this 119-room property, which is well located near Vesterport Station in Copenhagen's now trendy Vesterbro neighborhood. The hotel itself is clearly a mid-range choice, and while contemporary rooms take a stab at style, they lack real personality. Still, they do offer LED Smart TVs, coffee/tea-making equipment, and free Wi-Fi. Some unexpected bonus features also add to this property's appeal -- including a rooftop tennis court, a 24-hour fitness center, and a games room. Unfortunately, it also has a high potential for noise, whether from the train station, a nearby nightclub, or even neighboring rooms. If you’re looking for a quieter spot in the same hip neighborhood and would willingly trade features for more design-conscious decor, try the fashionable Absalon Hotel instead.
Many tourist attractions are within walking distance of this 119-room property, which is well located near Vesterport Station in Copenhagen's now trendy Vesterbro neighborhood. The hotel itself is clearly a mid-range choice, and while contemporary rooms take a stab at style, they lack real personality. Still, they do offer LED Smart TVs, coffee/tea-making equipment, and free Wi-Fi. Some unexpected bonus features also add to this property's appeal -- including a rooftop tennis court, a 24-hour fitness center, and a games room. Unfortunately, it also has a high potential for noise, whether from the train station, a nearby nightclub, or even neighboring rooms. If you’re looking for a quieter spot in the same hip neighborhood and would willingly trade features for more design-conscious decor, try the fashionable Absalon Hotel instead.
Located in the charming Nyhavn area right along the canal, the 30-room budget property Somandshjemmet Bethel offers a convenient base from which to explore Copenhagen's sights. Its historic brick building was once a charity home for fisherman; today, the Bethel operates as a nonprofit, and is home to Denmark’s only Seaman’s Church. The hotel’s cafe serves a free breakfast buffet, and sells light snacks -- free coffee and tea are available at all times. Rooms, which include Singles and Family Rooms, are basic but spacious for a Copenhagen hotel in this price range, and corner rooms offer spectacular views of the canal. But some guests find the wet-room showers difficult to manage, and amenities don't include air-conditioning or coffee- and tea-making facilities. The nearby Hotel Neptun has more stylish decor for the same room price, although Wi-Fi and breakfast are not included in the rate, and the hotel isn’t directly on the canal.
Located in the charming Nyhavn area right along the canal, the 30-room budget property Somandshjemmet Bethel offers a convenient base from which to explore Copenhagen's sights. Its historic brick building was once a charity home for fisherman; today, the Bethel operates as a nonprofit, and is home to Denmark’s only Seaman’s Church. The hotel’s cafe serves a free breakfast buffet, and sells light snacks -- free coffee and tea are available at all times. Rooms, which include Singles and Family Rooms, are basic but spacious for a Copenhagen hotel in this price range, and corner rooms offer spectacular views of the canal. But some guests find the wet-room showers difficult to manage, and amenities don't include air-conditioning or coffee- and tea-making facilities. The nearby Hotel Neptun has more stylish decor for the same room price, although Wi-Fi and breakfast are not included in the rate, and the hotel isn’t directly on the canal.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Danhostel Copenhagen City has a hotel design in the public areas, but a hostel vibe. There are a whopping 192 dorms with en-suite bathrooms and private rooms with no amenities beyond free Wi-Fi spread out over 16 floors. Centrally located, the hostel is within a 20-minute walk or less to most Copenhagen tourist attractions and is cheaper than many hotels in the city, even if you don’t get that much for what you pay for. For instance, a cold breakfast costs a fee, as do hairdryers, the laundry room, and bike rentals. Be prepared to make your own bed on arrival. Generator Copenhagen offers a true hostel atmosphere with a modern design and cheaper prices.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Danhostel Copenhagen City has a hotel design in the public areas, but a hostel vibe. There are a whopping 192 dorms with en-suite bathrooms and private rooms with no amenities beyond free Wi-Fi spread out over 16 floors. Centrally located, the hostel is within a 20-minute walk or less to most Copenhagen tourist attractions and is cheaper than many hotels in the city, even if you don’t get that much for what you pay for. For instance, a cold breakfast costs a fee, as do hairdryers, the laundry room, and bike rentals. Be prepared to make your own bed on arrival. Generator Copenhagen offers a true hostel atmosphere with a modern design and cheaper prices.
Popular with young budget travelers, the Generator is a modern, trendy, and -- perhaps most important for its guests -- affordable hostel in the heart of the tourist area. Rooms range from dorms with shared bathrooms to private rooms with en-suite bathrooms. They are basic but clean and stylish. Hostel life centers on a big chill-out area with lots of plush seating and extras such as foosball, a pool table, and even a photo booth. That said, the hostel has a bit of a party atmosphere -- travelers in search of something more subdued might want to look elsewhere.
Popular with young budget travelers, the Generator is a modern, trendy, and -- perhaps most important for its guests -- affordable hostel in the heart of the tourist area. Rooms range from dorms with shared bathrooms to private rooms with en-suite bathrooms. They are basic but clean and stylish. Hostel life centers on a big chill-out area with lots of plush seating and extras such as foosball, a pool table, and even a photo booth. That said, the hostel has a bit of a party atmosphere -- travelers in search of something more subdued might want to look elsewhere.
On the edge of Copenhagen's tourist district in the Nansengade, the 118-room Ibsens Hotel is within a five-minute walk of the University of Copenhagen's Botanical Gardens and the Norreport metro station. Rooms in this middle-range property are airy, with modern Scandinavian design touches. The Ibsens shares restaurants and a fitness center with the neighboring Hotel Kong Arthur, and receive a discount at a nearby spa. The Ibsens does have its own Italian restaurant, along with tapas and sushi spots on-site. A daily breakfast is served for a fee, although children under age five can eat for free.
On the edge of Copenhagen's tourist district in the Nansengade, the 118-room Ibsens Hotel is within a five-minute walk of the University of Copenhagen's Botanical Gardens and the Norreport metro station. Rooms in this middle-range property are airy, with modern Scandinavian design touches. The Ibsens shares restaurants and a fitness center with the neighboring Hotel Kong Arthur, and receive a discount at a nearby spa. The Ibsens does have its own Italian restaurant, along with tapas and sushi spots on-site. A daily breakfast is served for a fee, although children under age five can eat for free.
Located just a block from the main train station and just minutes from Tivoli, the Hotel du Nord Copenhagen is most attractive for its prime location and reasonable rates. Rooms are clean and basic, a bit tired, but they come with free Wi-Fi and coffee- and tea-making facilities. Rates usually include the breakfast buffet, but guests complain that the breakfast room is small and there can often be a wait. At the price tag, it's a great spot for budget travelers, couples, and small families. Note that the surroundings streets can be sketchy after dark.
Located just a block from the main train station and just minutes from Tivoli, the Hotel du Nord Copenhagen is most attractive for its prime location and reasonable rates. Rooms are clean and basic, a bit tired, but they come with free Wi-Fi and coffee- and tea-making facilities. Rates usually include the breakfast buffet, but guests complain that the breakfast room is small and there can often be a wait. At the price tag, it's a great spot for budget travelers, couples, and small families. Note that the surroundings streets can be sketchy after dark.
A modern yet romantic alternative to the chain hotels in the touristy parts of central Copenhagen, Bertrams, part of the eco-friendly Guldsmeden chain, is located in the hip, residential Vosterbro District. Its 47 lovely rooms -- with four-poster beds and claw-foot tubs -- mix modern Danish design with Balinese touches. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, and an impressive organic breakfast buffet. Although amenities are limited -- there's no spa, fitness center, or business center -- there is a large lounge area and a stunning breakfast room, terrace, lobby, and garden.
A modern yet romantic alternative to the chain hotels in the touristy parts of central Copenhagen, Bertrams, part of the eco-friendly Guldsmeden chain, is located in the hip, residential Vosterbro District. Its 47 lovely rooms -- with four-poster beds and claw-foot tubs -- mix modern Danish design with Balinese touches. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, and an impressive organic breakfast buffet. Although amenities are limited -- there's no spa, fitness center, or business center -- there is a large lounge area and a stunning breakfast room, terrace, lobby, and garden.