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Where to Stay in Copenhagen: The Best Boutique Hotels

Copenhagen is a city that champions the independent and charming, so it’s no wonder that there’s a veritable smörgåsbord of boutique hotels to choose from. This guide shows you the best to stay in, including the top places to stay for the best in Danish design and Scandi-chic interiors, spots next to and filled with the greatest (and hardest to find) Copenhagen architecture, New Nordic and Michelin-star restaurants, rooftop terraces, and cool bars, all in central Copenhagen locations.

If you’re looking for somewhere to stay in Copenhagen, these are the best boutique hotels:

Central Hotel & Café

The world’s smallest hotel (probably) happens to be located in Vesterbro. With just one room available, which fits a double bed, a bathroom with shower, a fold-away TV, a minibar, and not much else, this isn’t the right spot for a family holiday. For a restorative weekend alone or a couple’s break, however, good things really do come in small packages.

The cost includes bike rental and a delicious breakfast from Café Granola half a block away – where hotel guests can also enjoy a multiple-course dinner for just 250 DKK pp.

 

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Central Hotel & Café

Tullinsgade 1
1618 København V

Stars

3

Prices start from

2500 DKK

 
 


 

Sanders

An award-winning boutique hotel in the heart of Copenhagen. Whether you want to enjoy the cultural scene of the city, explore Copenhagen by bike, or enjoying the best shopping areas, Sanders will set the scene for an unforgettable stay in a luxurious yet relaxed setting. The hotel’s restaurant feels more like a private dinner party, with a chef who likes to hang out with his guests and a menu that is as unfussy as it is tasty. Sanders has a wide selection of room sizes, including apartment suites which are great for a longer stay.

 

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Sanders

Tordenskjoldsgade 15
1055 København

Stars

5

Prices start from

1,260 DKK

 
 
 

Nobis

With a prime location next to Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen Central Station, City Hall Square, and the internationally renowned Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek museum, Nobis is a great option if you want to explore the city’s delights on foot. The hotel itself was built in 1903 and features classic Danish architecture, alongside an interior designed in co-operation with Swedish architect Gert Wingårdh.

 

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Nobis

Niels Brocks Gade 1
1574 København

Stars

5

Prices start from

2,500 DKK

 
 
 

The Audo

The Audo is a hybrid space in Copenhagen, functioning as a boutique hotel residence, restaurant, café, concept store, material library, shared working environment, and event space. Founded by Bjarne Hansen, Audo is a place “to connect kindred spirits from all over the world.” Collaboration and experimentation are key to Audo, where designers can sell their work at the Audo concept store and chefs from around Copenhagen can reach new clientele with a residency in Audo’s kitchen. Even if you don’t understand the world of creatives that operate in this space, there’s no denying that Audo is a beautiful spot to spend a weekend.

 

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The Audo

Århusgade 130
2150 København

Stars

Prices start from

2,800 DKK

 
 


 

Villa Copenhagen

Located in the old Central Post & Telegraph Head Office, which was active in the early 1900s, Villa continues in its spirit by providing a new space for the social scene in Copenhagen where stories can continue to unfold. With an impressive event space, bar, restaurant, and brasserie, it’s as good a spot to meet for a cocktail as it is to spend a weekend break. There’s a big emphasis on sustainability, as the hotel makes eco-conscious choices at every opportunity and serves organic, seasonal produce in its restaurant while working to reduce food waste.

 

 
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Villa Copenhagen

Tietgensgade 35-39
1704 København

Stars

5

Prices start from

1575 DKK

 
 
 

SP34

Although it’s right in the Copenhagen city center, you may have a difficult time leaving SP34. The hotel boasts a 24-hour bar, rooftop terrace, library, and a gym. If you can tear yourself away, the hotel’s proximity to Strøget puts you in a prime location for some Scandinavian shopping and its neighbor, Vækst, serves up fine New Nordic cuisine inside its greenhouse structure. If you can’t bring yourself to leave, make sure to head to the bar between 5 pm – 6pm, where guests can enjoy a complimentary wine every day.

 

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SP34

Sankt Peders Stræde 34
1453 København

Stars

4+

Prices start from

998 DKK

 
 


 

Hotel Alexandra

Over the past 20 years, Hotel Alexandra has sourced a large collection of world-famous Danish mid-century vintage furniture and decorated its 61 rooms with them. Combined with textiles, wallpapers, and other period gems, the interiors transport you back to the 50s and 60s to experience life like a design-loving Dane.

In the lobby, you can enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, play vinyls, sift through the design books in the library, or just read the paper. Hotel Alexandra is located on the doorstep of the City Hall square, so it’s just a short walk to most of Copenhagen’s best attractions – including the Design Museum, where you can learn even more about the hotel’s furniture.

 

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Hotel Alexandra

H. C. Andersens Blvd. 8
1553 København V

Stars

3

Prices start from

850 DKK

 
 
 

Manon Les Suites

Situated 1 km from Copenhagen Central Station, Manon Les Suites straddles the city center and the cool Vesterbro neighborhood. The five-star hotel has a beautiful rooftop restaurant, where an organic breakfast buffet is also served, and plenty of leisure amenities to help you relax during your stay in Copenhagen, including its astonishing courtyard pool.

 

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Manon Les Suites

Gyldenløvesgade 19
1600 København V

Stars

5

Prices start from

1695 DKK

 
 


 

66 Guldsmeden

66 Guldsmeden is an urban bohemian hideaway in the heart of “Copenhagen´s Montmartre area” a.k.a new Vesterbro. Situated in a former townhouse, the hotel now has 74 beautifully renovated rooms, with the Carlton Cantina café at its very heart.

 

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66 Guldsmeden

Vesterbrogade 66
1620 København V

Stars

3

Prices start from

845 DKK

 
 
 

Axel

Opened in 2007 in a beautiful turn-of-the-century building, Axel is the biggest hotel within the Guldsmeden group. It quickly became a favorite among the sustainability-oriented and eco-conscious crowd who still want a certain level of comfort and quality when traveling.

Axel was the first of the Guldsmeden Hotels to achieve the golden (Ø), the green key, and a Green Globe certification.

 

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Axel

Colbjørnsensgade 14
1652 København V

Stars

4

Prices start from

895 DKK

 
 


 

Avenue Hotel

Brøchner Hotels have five boutique hotels in central Copenhagen, including Avenue Hotel, though Avenue lies in the true heart of Copenhagen – Nørrebro. Just a few minute’s walk from the lakes and surrounded by Copenhagen’s most diverse neighborhood’s bustling energy, it’s a great place to stay to enjoy the city like a local while treating yourself to some glamor.

 

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Avenue Hotel

Åboulevard 29
1960 Frederiksberg

Stars

3

Prices start from

857 DKK

 
 


 

Bertrams

Opened in 2005, Bertrams is the smallest of the Guldsmeden Hotels in Copenhagen, with an intimate 47 rooms nestled into this oasis. The whole ground floor of Bertrams consists of cozy lounge areas, a café, and a tranquil garden filled with heaters and blankets so you can enjoy some fresh air even in winter.

 

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Bertrams

Vesterbrogade 107
1620 København

Stars

3

Prices start from

896 DKK

 
 
 

Hotel Ottilia

Located in the Carlsberg Byen area, this ultra-modern and unique hotel is the best place to stay for a look at Copenhagen’s industrial heart. There’s a rooftop terrace with views of old factories and a marketplace-style courtyard flanked by red-brick buildings, plus the hotel is spitting distance from the iconic Carlsberg elephants.

 
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Hotel Ottilia

Bryggernes Plads 7
1778 København

Stars

4

Prices start from

750 DKK

 
 


 

The Krane

A one-room hotel in one of the most unconventional spots – the old engine room of a disused coal crane. Featuring modern, minimalist decor with beautiful and functional Danish furniture with an all-black design that creates a sense of intimacy and calm. Guests have exclusive access to two terraces in each direction for both sunrise and sunset views, as well as a small lounge in the old crane operator compartment at the top of the crane. The hotel is located in Nordhavn, one of Copenhagen’s rapidly developing areas with an industrial heart and beautiful sea views.

 
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The Krane

Skudehavnsvej 1
2100 København

Stars

Prices start from

€2,000

 


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Sorcha McCrory

Sorcha McCrory is the Managing Editor at Scandinavia Standard. She is a British writer and content creator, writing on topics including fashion, feminism and pop culture.