Where to Stay In Copenhagen – Editor’s Picks

Where to Stay in Copenhagen

Between the people, the canals, the skittering bicycles, and the brightly colored buildings, Copenhagen, Denmark is a friendly city, and it is surprisingly easy to get around considering its size.

Copenhagen’s neighborhoods each have their own identity, and it’s worth taking a minute to find the best area to stay in Copenhagen that matches your style and budget. Just as hipsters want to stay in New York’s East Village, wooden boat lovers will want to stay in Copenhagen’s Nyhavn neighborhood, aka New Harbor.

Here is an overview of Copenhagen’s most important neighborhoods along with hotel and hostel recommendations. The links to the Copehagen hotels in this article are clickable and will link you to our hotel price comparison engine, allowing you to view maps, ratings, and find the very lowest prices available anywhere!

Before coming to Copenhagen, do not forget these 3 important points:

Insider Tip: Don’t forget to buy the Copenhagen City Pass – it gives you free admission to over 70 museums as well as free transportation, Tivoli Garden, a canal tour and much more. Get it here!

Our recommendations for where to stay in Copenhagen:

Indre By (Old City)

Indre By means inner city, and this neighborhood is Copenhagen’s oldest (it really began to develop around 1167). Walking its streets is an utter pleasure, and it is here that you’ll see many of the city’s most famous museums, churches and the famous Rosenborg Castle. If you want to get the feel of how the city was during medieval times, this is the best area to stay in Copenhagen.

The main streets are Strøget and Købmagergade, and both have been inundated with name brand stores. Use these streets as reference points, then explore the surrounding streets to find the local atmosphere. You’ll find some of the best hotels in Copenhagen.

Nimb Hotel $$$$

Address: Bernstorffsgade 5, 1577 København, Denmark
Phone: +45 88 70 00 00
5 Stars

Located near the Central station and with a view of the Tivoli Gardens (don’t forget to get your skip the line tickets before you go, so you don’t have to waste your time in Copenhagen standing in line!), this Luxury hotel offers a unique style and a Michelin starred restaurant. You’ll have every amenity and top-level service at the Nimb Hotel. Check here for great deals on this hotel>>

71 Nyhavn Hotel $$$

Address: Nyhavn 71, 1051 København K, Denmark
Phone: +45 33 43 62 00
5 Stars

This stunning boutique hotel is a showcase where Danish modern meet Hygge. Warm and cozy, yet stylish and modern, make this spot the perfect spot for stylish Copenhagen getaway. Take a look at the pictures of the property here>>

Best Western City Hotel $$$

Address: Peder Skrams Gade 24, 1054 København, Denmark
Phone: +45 33 13 06 66
4 Stars

This hotel feels Danish with its modern, but warm style. Expect excellent service at the City Hotel, which is within walking distance of everything.
Find the lowest prices here>>

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade $$

Address: Borgergade 9, 1300 København, Denmark
Phone: +45 44 80 00 90
2 Stars

This budget-friendly hotel has tiny rooms, we admit it. But it is modern, stylish and in one of the best locations in the city. You can walk everywhere from here. And who wants to spend time in a hotel room anyway, when you could be exploring Copenhagen instead, right? Book your room here>>

Nyhavn (New Harbor)

Nyhavn is a neighborhood as well as a canal, and it is located within Indre By. It is the seat of Copenhagen’s restaurant culture and one of the trendiest places in the city.

Many of the best-known boat tours operate out of Nyhavn’s harbor, which is a pleasure simply to stroll around or grab an outdoor table and a Danish beer. Restaurants can be overpriced and touristy or pricelessly innovative.

Nobis Hotel $$$$

Address: Niels Brocks Gade 1, 1574 København, Denmark
Phone: +45 78 74 14 10
5 Stars

This 75 room luxury hotel is located in a central location, perfect for exploring the city. The historic building used to be the home of the Royal Danish Conservatory of Music. This is the perfect place to make some special memories. Book your room here>>

Hotel Admiral $$$

Address: Toldbodgade 24-28, 1253 København, Denmark
Phone: +45 33 74 14 14
4 Stars

Hotel Admiral is a gorgeous 4 Star Hotel in Copenhagen that not only offers great service but is in the perfect location to explore the city. The views are also spectacular, whether you get to see the opera, the playhouse or the inner harbor. Compare lowest prices here>>

Hotel Bethel $$

Address: Nyhavn 22, 1051 København, Denmark
Phone: +45 33 13 03 70
3 Stars

A practical hotel for a good price, Hotel Bethel is located right on the harbor and the main drag. If you want to be in the heart of things and are on a budget, this is one of the best places to stay in Copenhagen. Book your room here>>

Christianshavn (canals)

A residential neighborhood full of canals, Christianshavn is on the east side of the city. Copenhagen’s main waterway, Inderhavnen, separates it from the rest of the city, and it can be accessed by a number of bridges.

Most Copenhagen sights are within a 20-minute walk, depending on which part of Christianshavn you’re in. And the public transportation and bike paths are copious. You’ll find Noma in Christianshavn, the restaurant voted “Best Restaurant in the World in 2010 and 2011” by Restaurant Magazine. If you want a more quiet and residential feel, but still reasonably close to the city center, this is the best area to stay in Copenhagen.

Chicken’s Private Pension $

Address: Torvegade 36, 1400 København, Denmark
Phone: +45 32 95 32 73

As the name reveals, this ain’t your typical hotel. Located in a 16^th century townhouse, it’s in a great location and costs very little.

Slotsholmen

Slotsholmen looks like a city block that has been cut out and surrounded by water. A handful of bridges connected Slotsholmen to Indre By. Here you’ll find the regal Christianborg Palace, home to Denmark’s government.

This neighborhood is a joy to walk around, but it doesn’t provide much in the way of accommodations. Find some hotels in Slotsholmen here>>

Vesterbro

The one-time Red Light District of Copenhagen (some argue that it still is), Vesterbro’s got style, thanks to artists, art gallery owners, fashion designers, and ethnic restaurants and markets. The neighborhood is south of Indre By, and west of Copenhagen’s main train station.

Halmtorvet, the main square, is bustling with bars and cafes; live music and raucous drinkers spill out the doorways. If you don’t mind a little noise, the atmosphere here is electric.

Axel Hotel Guldsmeden $$$

Address: Colbjørnsensgade 14, 1652 København V, Denmark
Phone: +45 33 31 32 66
4 Stars

A modern style boutique hotel, the Axel Hotel Guldsmeden offers airy rooms with flat-screened TVs. Spa facilities are on site. The location is central to all the Copenhagen has to offer. Click here for lowest prices>>

City Hotel Nebo $

Address: Istedgade 6, 1650 København, Denmark
Phone: +45 33 21 12 17
2 Stars

A true budget hotel, it is clean enough and quiet enough, and the location is central. Click here to compare best prices>>

Indre Nørrebro

This neighborhood is adjacent to Indre By, and separated by a strip of rectangular lakes called The Lakes or Søerne. Indre Nørrebro, commonly called just Nørrebro, is a little more budget friendly and a little rougher around the edges.

This is the best area to stay in Copenhagen if you want to find cheap hotels and all-night parties. It has a strong middle-eastern population and a bunch of budget-friendly restaurants.

Cabinn Hotel Scandinavia $

Address: Vodroffsvej 55, 1900 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
Phone: +45 35 36 11 11
2 Stars

The rooms are designed after cruise ship cabins, which means they’re small, but the hotel is clean and well run. A great deal for budget travelers who are willing to make the 15-minute walk from the Frederiksberg area into the city center.

Dragør

This isn’t actually a neighborhood, but a small fishing village south of Copenhagen. This is a good place to stay if you want to escape the city and visit Copenhagen as a day trip. Buses run regularly between Dragør and Copenhagen’s Central station, and the trip takes 30-45 minutes one way. Find hotels in Dragør here>>

There are so many great neighborhoods in Copenhagen and it is almost impossible to choose a “bad” one. I hope this little guide on where to stay in Copenhagen helped you find the “best” one for your personal travel style and preference.

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Top things to do in Copenhagen

Where to Stay in Copenhagen was written by Mattie Bamman for EuropeUpClose.com