Copenhagen StrandvsAbsalon Hotel
Both hotels are praised by experts. Overall, Copenhagen Strand ranks significantly better than Absalon Hotel. Copenhagen Strand ranks #11 in Copenhagen with recommendations from 9 sources like The Telegraph, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Copenhagen Strand
HavneGade 37, Copenhagen 1058, Denmark
From $104/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Centrally located hotel in a 19C former paper factory on the harbourside. Comfortable, functional bedrooms, in light maritime colours, are furnished in polished wood."
Frommer's
"In keeping with its harborfront location, many of the old-fashioned architectural details of the building have been retained, and the maritime theme is reflected in the decoration in the lobby." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Set in an original harbourside warehouse, with a vague maritime atmosphere throughout the hotel lobby."
Star Service
"One of the original brick and timber warehouses on the harborfront, this charming tourist-class hotel has the backing of the dependable Arp-Hansen chain to keep things afloat." Full review
Fodor's
"You can't stay closer to the harbor than here." Full review
Jetsetter
"A central Copenhagen hotel with the perfect location – steps from the harbor and the picturesque Nyhavn." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This popular hotel – a conversion of a 19th-century warehouse – is one of just a few in Copenhagen to enjoy a prime waterfront location." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range CopenHagen Strand is conveniently surrounded by restaurants and bars, and situated along the waterfront a three-minute walk from the Nyhavn Canal." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Set in a converted 19th-century warehouse, the appealing Strand hotel overlooks Copenhagen Harbour." Full review
Absalon Hotel
Helgolandsgade 15, Copenhagen 1653, Denmark
From $85/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Insight Guides
"If you’re looking for value and a central location, this family-run place has both."
Lonely Planet
"At the three-star 165-room Absalon you’ll find chintz-laden rooms with good amenities, including cable TV and office facilities available to guests."
Rough Guide
"Large good-value family-run hotel offering a wide range of accommodation from small basic rooms sharing a bathroom in the corridor to en-suite doubles and triples."
Star Service
"As with many of the older former apartment buildings in the Vesterbro area, this one has a charming neoclassical look." Full review
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A one-day laundry service is provided, but guests may also choose to use the self-service laundry in the building.
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The three-pearl Absalon Hotel, a 161-room, modern property in Copenhagen, is centrally located in the neighborhood of Vesterbro, a trendy section also known as the Meatpacking District." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Founded in 1938 and a five-minute walk from the iconic Tivoli Gardens and the now trendy meatpacking district." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Situated less than five minutes walk from both the central station and Copenhagen's famous meatpacking district, this beautiful hotel underwent a significant renovation." Full review
Michelin Guide
"All rooms and suites are freshly painted in white, and organized by color scheme...all come with 40-inch LED TVs, sophisticated motion-activated lighting systems, all-natural bath products by Karmame" Full review