Absalon Hotel
Colorful, eclectic, and warm. Designers Guild interiors with bold stripes and patterned wallpapers — the opposite of cold Scandinavian minimalism. Strong sense of hygge: personal service, communal bar with board games, a sweeping staircase with a Little Mermaid replica at the base. Think boutique personality at a mid-range price.
Book direct to unlock Concept24 — you can stay a full 24 hours from your check-in time at no extra cost
Why It Matters
Third-generation, family-owned since 1938. Interior design done in direct collaboration with Designers Guild Creative Director Tricia Guild — unusual for a mid-range hotel. Green Key certified. The Concept24 program lets direct bookers keep their room a full 24 hours from check-in with no extra charge.
Absalon Hotel has been in the same family since 1938 — started by Karen Nedergaard's grandmother Erna Andersen with just 11 rooms, now run by the third generation with 161 rooms across a classic corner building in Vesterbro. But what really sets it apart from the sea of muted Scandinavian hotels is the interior: bold Designers Guild fabrics in Berry (purples and pinks) or Ocean (blues and greys), striped curtains, patterned wallpapers, and potted plants everywhere. This is a hotel that actively chose color. The location is genuinely excellent — a 5-minute walk to Copenhagen Central Station, a stone's throw from Tivoli, and right in the middle of Vesterbro, Copenhagen's most energetic neighborhood.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Absalon Room
From DKK1,095 / nightThe flagship standard room — the hotel's own name for it signals it's the one they're proudest of. Slightly larger than Original rooms and all fitted with a 160×200 cm double bed. Spacious bathroom with choice of bathtub or shower. Same bold Designers Guild scheme in Berry or Ocean. Good value for what you get.
double (160x200cm) · 12 sqm
Family Room
From DKK1,295 / nightSmartly configured for families. A 180×200 cm double bed plus a 160×200 cm sofa bed — large enough for two adults comfortably. Same Designers Guild treatment in Berry or Ocean. Kids won't feel like they drew the short straw here.
double (180x200cm) + sofa bed (160x200cm) · 17 sqm
Junior Suite
From DKK2,395 / nightAt 35 m², the Junior Suite opens onto a French balcony with a courtyard view and a peek at Tivoli. Two actual rooms: a bedroom with a 180×200 cm double bed and a separate sitting room with a 140×200 cm sofa bed — works well for 2 adults and a child. The shared bathroom between the two rooms has a bathtub. A/C included.
double (180x200cm) + sofa bed (140x200cm) · 35 sqmOriginal Room
From DKK895 / nightThe entry-level room at Absalon. Available as single, double, twin, or triple. Designers Guild interiors in Berry (purple/pink) or Ocean (blue/grey). Small but well-organized with white oak floors. The range in size (10-20 m²) means you might get something quite compact — worth noting. Double beds are a generous 180×200 cm; singles are 90×200 cm.
choice of single, double (180x200cm), twin, or triple · 15 sqm
Superior Room
From DKK1,495 / nightThe hotel's top-floor rooms sit high above street noise. All beds are 180×200 cm. Nespresso machine instead of the standard coffee kit. The real upgrade here is the bathtub, A/C, and better views over Vesterbro's rooftops. The Grass colorway — emerald, fuchsia, and black — is exclusive to Superior rooms and looks genuinely striking.
double or twin (180x200cm) · 20 sqmTricia Guild Suite
From DKK3,995 / nightThe flagship suite, named after Designers Guild's Creative Director who oversaw the whole hotel collaboration. 60 m² of full Designers Guild treatment where contemporary textiles meet the building's original plasterwork and architectural details. Sleeps up to four. The most considered room in the hotel — you can feel where the design budget went.
double + additional sleeping options · 60 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Rent a city bike from reception and explore Copenhagen. DKK 150 per day. Green Concept guests get a discount.
Multiple board games available free of charge in the Absalon Bar for guests and non-guests alike.
Table tennis and billiards available on-site for guests.
The reception team is well-versed in Vesterbro's dining scene (Kødbyen/Meatpacking District, Pate Pate, etc.) and can book tables for you.
Tivoli Gardens tickets can be bought at the front desk — saves the queue and you're only a 5-minute walk from the park entrance.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Meeting, conference, and event spaces available. The bar can also be booked for corporate coffee meetings and networking events.
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. No password required. Guest computer with printer also available in the lobby.
All rooms have air conditioning according to the official website.
Safety deposit box in all rooms.
Room service available.
Front desk staffed around the clock. Staff can book restaurants, taxis, theater tickets, and handle most requests.
Book direct and keep your room for a full 24 hours from check-in time at no extra charge. Just mention it at check-in. Standard check-in is 14:00, check-out 11:00 — Concept24 effectively gives you flexible checkout.
Luggage can be stored at reception. Storage at guest's own risk.
Laundry service available Monday–Saturday. Drop off before 08:00 and collect same day at 19:00. Self-service washer and dryer in the basement. Prepay at reception.
Babysitting can be arranged on request. Contact the hotel before arrival.
The hotel holds Green Key certification (Foundation for Environmental Education). Skip room cleaning during your stay to receive a small gift as part of the Green Concept program.
Rent a bike from reception and explore Copenhagen like a local. Green Concept guests receive a discount on rental. DKK 150 per day.
EV charging available at the hotel.
No on-site parking. Q-Park garage at Codan Hus, Vodroffsvej 1, 1900 Frederiksberg C. Bookable via Q-Park website.
Free access to a fitness room at sister hotel Andersen Hotel across the road. Includes dumbbells, exercise bike, rowing machine, cross-trainer, and treadmill. Note: Andersen Hotel is currently undergoing renovation so hours may be limited — check with reception on arrival.
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