What are check-in and check-out times at Danhostel?
Reception hours are short, but your key works 24 hours.
Short answer
As of November 2026, check-in at Danhostel is from 16.00 and check-out is by 10.00. In Copenhagen check-in can start from 14.00. Reception hours vary, but in high season (1 July to 15 September) they are usually 08.00–12.00 and 16.00–20.00, and outside the season 08.00–10.00 and 16.00–18.00. Once you have your key or code, you can reach your room 24 hours a day, also when the reception is closed.
Why
- Check-in is in the afternoon.
- Reception is closed for long parts of the day.
- Access to the room works around the clock after check-in.
Details
Early check-in or late check-out can often be arranged if you contact the hostel directly.
Tip
If you arrive after the reception closes, contact the hostel before arrival to get your key or code.
What may differ
Each hostel can have its own times, and some ask you to leave the room by 9.00 and the building by 10.00.
Common misconception
Hostels have a staffed reception all day and night.
What actually happens
Danhostel receptions are usually open only in the morning and late afternoon.
People also ask
- What is Danhostel?
- Do you need to bring bed linen to a Danhostel?
- Is breakfast included at Danhostel?
Sources
- Danhostel: Booking and opening hoursChecked at:
- Danhostel: Frequently asked questionsChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Prices, rules and booking terms change, so check with the place you book and the official sources.
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