Copenhagen StrandvsGenerator Copenhagen
Both Copenhagen Strand and Generator Copenhagen are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Copenhagen Strand ranks significantly better than Generator Copenhagen. Copenhagen Strand comes in at 85 with recommendations from 9 publications including DK Eyewitness, The Telegraph and Oyster.
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
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. "