If you’re visiting Copenhagen, selecting an appropriate area to stay is paramount to making sure your visit goes as smoothly as possible. Each district boasts unique attractions as well as hotels, hostels, Airbnb listings and private apartments to fit every budget.
Indre By is an attractive destination for history enthusiasts with its charming streets lined with palaces and churches, such as Christiansborg Palace with its tower, and Rosenborg Garden for strolling and contemplating.
City Centre
The City Centre of Copenhagen is its central hub, filled with high-street brands and Danish boutiques, upscale restaurants, cafes with relaxing atmospheres and bars. This area also includes City Hall and Tivoli Gardens – two iconic amusement parks located here – making this an excellent base for exploring all that the city has to offer. Visiting these landmarks will add another dimension of fun for any trip! It makes the ideal place for experiencing its many popular attractions first-hand!
Some of Copenhagen’s premier hotels can be found in its City Centre, including Hotel d’Angleterre which was selected as one of T+L readers’ top 100 hotels worldwide in 2022. Offering stunning views over Kongens Nytorv square from suite balconies and featuring classic Nordic design mixed with contemporary elements.
Copenhagen Strand Hotel, conveniently situated close to Nyhavn and the waterfront, features a stylish restaurant serving breakfast with unparalleled city views each morning. Guests enjoy friendly staff as well as beautiful rooms at this top hotel in Copenhagen.
Vesterbro is an affordable hotel option just outside the City Center and boasts many pubs, wine bars and acclaimed restaurants – this neighborhood was once known for its red light district but has improved immensely over time; you may still feel its old vibe at night on Jaegersborggade Street in particular.
The City Center is home to some of the country’s best theaters, museums and cultural venues such as The National Gallery of Denmark, Royal Theatre and Concert Hall. You’ll also find plenty of shopping opportunities here – making it the ideal spot for those wanting to combine shopping with sightseeing!
City Center hotels provide excellent accommodations for families as well, with numerous family-oriented lodgings nearby such as Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade near the train station offering an outstanding breakfast, while Copenhagen Island Hotel near Nordhavn Station features several different room types and small apartments to meet families’ needs.
Nyhavn
Nyhavn, featuring picturesque canals lined with brightly-painted townhouses and narrow crooked streets filled with charming ships bobbing on its serene waters, and classic architecture is a photographer, artist, and dreamer’s haven. This delightful little corner of Copenhagen can feel like something out of a fairy tale!
This lively neighborhood is filled with cozy bars, restaurants, and cafes that cater to local residents. Additionally, this area is known for being home to some of the city’s hipster hotspots such as music venues and vintage shops.
Faelledparken is an idyllic area to experience the daily lives of local Danes. Here you will find small independent stores and flea markets as well as plenty of parks where you can relax in the sun. Faelledparken also hosts one of Copenhagen’s largest parks – perfect for families to spend quality outdoor time!
Make the most of your visit by taking a boat ride around the canals for an unparalleled perspective of Nyhavn and all of its beauty. After your ride, head into one of the neighborhood eateries for some delectable Danish food; Cap Horn restaurant features delicious regional fare made with the freshest seafood; its nautical decor makes it popular among visitors to Nyhavn.
Leonora Christine restaurant provides casual yet refined Danish fare such as open sandwiches and smoked meats; offering both indoor and outdoor seating; during warmer weather months you can even dine outdoors!
Though finding an affordable hotel in Copenhagen’s city center can be challenging, budget options do exist – like Hotel Kong Arthur which features amenities that help save on food and transport. Not far away are Nyhavn and Christiansborg Palace for added convenience.
Osterbro
Osterbro is an attractive residential area known for its relaxed and family-oriented vibe. While not boasting as many big attractions as Hellerup to the north, Osterbro has plenty to offer in terms of beautiful parks, waterfront strolls and museums that cover both classical art as well as works by more contemporary artists who resonate closer to home.
Copenhagen’s trendy crowd loves this neighbourhood for its variety of trendy restaurants and cafes, hip music venues and vintage stores lining its streets. Additionally, this area is known for being home to numerous small artist studios and galleries for visitors.
Osterbro was developed later than other inner city areas, creating an open and peaceful ambiance without as many tourists and the hectic hustle-bustle associated with other parts of the city. Furthermore, it’s more upscale with large apartments and impressive ornamented buildings that give it an almost bourgeois air.
Osterbro offers many accommodations options, from Airbnbs and hostels to hotels. Coco Hotel was named one of the world’s best new hotels in 2022; featuring bold colours, European-style cafe, complimentary bikes for guests, green initiatives like planting one tree per guest staying there as well as running off solar power grid.
Rye 115 Hotel boasts excellent reviews from past guests and offers rooms of various sizes – from basic to superior suites – at competitive rates. Conveniently situated close to Ryesgade metro station and just steps from Kongens Nytorv and Nyhavn attractions, making Rye 115 an ideal option.
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Den Bla Planet (The Blue Planet), an expansive aquarium housing numerous marine species and featuring a shark tunnel, is also located here and draws crowds during summer months. Its beaches also draw many to enjoy water sports at harbor baths or the beaches themselves. Den Bla Planet also houses one of Denmark’s premier attractions – Den Bla Planet is known for attracting crowds with its beaches drawing crowds when water sports enthusiasts come flocking in summer!
Recent years have witnessed rapid development in this district. Cultural venues to explore include the Copenhagen Contemporary art center. Furthermore, shopping opportunities abound as it boasts some of the top hotels such as EDITION hotel that recently won Travel + Leisure’s 2022 World’s Best award with its midcentury modern design and impeccable service.
Vesterbro is a Copenhagen neighborhood beloved by hipsters and creatives, known for its lively eateries and bars serving cuisine from all around the globe. Vesterbro makes for one of the most exciting stays possible and accommodation can range from budget hotels to hip hostels; one notable option being the YMCA Interpoint Hostel which boasts every size dorm room as well as an impressive common space perfect for daytime hangouts.
Villa Copenhagen Hotel is another fantastic option that boasts beautiful views and rooftop pools, in addition to hosting top chefs from Denmark in its restaurant. Additionally, this eco-friendly establishment plants one tree every time someone stays and runs its entire operation on an independent solar power grid.
Frederiksberg offers an idyllic retreat from the inner city, providing an upmarket village feel. Only minutes away from Copenhagen city center yet feeling worlds away thanks to its winding canals and vibrant neighborhoods, Frederiksberg boasts Rosenborg Castle — an ancient Renaissance fort which holds Denmark’s crown jewels — as well as charming waterfront areas such as Dragor with their many museums and historic Dragor Fort.
