Absalon HotelvsGenerator Copenhagen
Absalon Hotel and Generator Copenhagen are both highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Absalon Hotel ranks slightly better than Generator Copenhagen. Absalon Hotel scores 80 with recommendations from 6 publications like Lonely Planet, Insight Guides and Oyster.
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
Generator Copenhagen
Adelgade 5-7, Copenhagen 1304, Denmark
From $17/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
Rough Guide
"It’s one of the best places to stay in town if you’re young and adventurous, but like your creature comforts."
Oyster
Budget
"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." Full review
Jetsetter
"Central Copenhagen stay for design lovers and wallet watchers, with cool Scandinavian interiors and a petanque bar." Full review
Afar Magazine
"What’s not to like? Modern buildings, central locations, variety of rooms, great nightlife and cheap dining options." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The conveniently situated Generator blurs the lines between hostel and hotel, with design-led interiors, buzzy communal areas and a combination of private rooms and en-suite dorms." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A solid choice for 'cheap chic', upbeat, design-literate Generator sits on the very edge of the city's medieval core." Full review
Independent
"Generator offers hotel comforts at hostel prices with free wi-fi, bar, café and a 24-hour reception. The common areas include a terrace, petanque bar, laundry and shared chill-out areas. "