Generator CopenhagenvsHotel Alexandra
Hotel Alexandra and Generator Copenhagen are both rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Hotel Alexandra is preferred by most writers compared to Generator Copenhagen. Hotel Alexandra is ranked #3 in Copenhagen with endorsements from 11 publications such as Afar Magazine, DK Eyewitness and Wallpaper.
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. "
Hotel Alexandra Show All Reviews
H.C. Andersens Boulevard 8, Copenhagen 1553, Denmark
From $69/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"Classical hotel close to the city centre."
Frommer's
"Past guests have called this long-time favorite the most authentic Danish hotel in Copenhagen." Full review
Insight Guides
"It’s definitely worth paying extra to stay in one of the 13 ‘Danish Design’ rooms, each furnished in tribute to a particular designer."
DK Eyewitness
"Housed in what were once fashionable city apartments, the decor of this chic hotel is stylish and upmarket, with plenty of attention to detail."
Star Service
"Light-filled lobby brings the theme up front and center from the start, with a beautiful curved reception counter that has all of the aesthetic architectural elements of the surrounding furnishings." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Located in a building that dates from 1910, the mid-range Alexandra has 61 rooms and an overall aesthetic that harkens to the '50s and '60s era of Danish design." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Originally built as luxury apartments near Tivoli and City Hall, in central Copenhagen, the historic building now housing Hotel Alexandra has been a hotel since 1910." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Hotel Alexandra , filled with Danish design classics, is the only retro hotel of its kind in Copenhagen." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"Located just off of Rådhuspladsen, the Hotel Alexandra is a three-star stunner, and a must-stay for any fan of Danish design." Full review
Wallpaper
"Perhaps is Copenhagen’s cosiest (or as we say in Danish, hyggelig) place to stay." Full review