Copenhagen StrandvsScandic Front
Both Copenhagen Strand and Scandic Front are praised by writers. Overall, Scandic Front is preferred by most reviewers compared to Copenhagen Strand. Scandic Front ranks #8 in Copenhagen with endorsements from 10 publications such as Star Service, Condé Nast Traveler and Frommer'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
Scandic Front
Sankt AnnAe Plads 21, Copenhagen 1250, Denmark
From $84/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Contemporary harbourside hotel with pleasant lobby-lounge, airy function rooms and well-equipped fitness area."
Frommer's
"On the inside, however, it's one of the hottest and most appealing hotels in town." Full review
Concierge
"An offspring of Copenhagen's frostiest grande dame, Hotel D'Angleterre, the Front feels less like a lady-in-waiting than a parody of the pandering boutique hotel."
Travel + Leisure
"The fitness center, on the first floor of the all-glass Front Hotel, overlooks the modern Copenhagen Opera House designed by Henning Larse." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"All the rooms are lavish in their comforts, with deep beige and brown accents, Barcelona chairs, and flat-screen TVs, as well as tiled bathrooms with vanity mirrors."
Condé Nast Traveler
"The first thing you notice is the Guest Wall, a floor-to-ceiling blackboard on which previous visitors have scribbled messages in colored chalk." Full review
Star Service
"With the queen as its neighbor, this hotel is located on an elegant street near museums, art galleries, Kongens Nytorv (The King's New Square), chic shops and Stroeget (the walking street)." Full review
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Sixth-floor Deluxe double rooms with balconies are also worth requesting.
Oyster
Upscale
"The 132-room middle-range Scandic Front is in a quiet location close to the city center, and has a fitness room the size of a small public gym." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The waterfront setting is the big draw at this central four-star hotel, where the recently refurbished rooms have big windows and contemporary grey-toned décor. " Full review
Lonely Planet
"Conveniently plonked to the rear of Nyhavn and overlooking the harbour, Front is light, bright and sexed-up with a bold colour scheme." Full review