Where to stay in Copenhagen: hotel, hostel or hotel apartment?
The main types of accommodation in the city
Short answer
Copenhagen has around 21,000 hotel rooms, ranging from boutique hotels with about 10 to 100 rooms to business and spa hotels. Family-friendly hotels offer rooms for 4 people or more, or connecting rooms. Hostels are the budget option, with dormitory beds as the cheapest choice and private rooms at many of them. Hotel apartments give you a full apartment, for example in Østerbro or in the centre, and there are campsites near the city for those who bring a tent or caravan.
Why
- Hotels are found in all parts of the city.
- Hostel dorm beds are the cheapest way to stay.
- Hotel apartments suit those who want more space.
Details
More than half of the hotels in Copenhagen have policies on water, waste, energy and indoor climate.
Tip
Book campsites well in advance in summer and contact them directly.
What may differ
Room types, prices and minimum stays depend on each place, so check with the hotel or hostel itself.
Common misconception
Some think you can sleep in your car in the city to save money.
What actually happens
Sleeping the night in your car in Copenhagen is against the law and can lead to a fine.
People also ask
- Which area should I stay in when visiting Copenhagen for the first time?
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- Can you camp near Copenhagen?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Prices, rules and booking terms change, so check with the place you book and the official sources.
Hotels in CopenhagenRelated questions
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Where can a school class or group stay overnight in Copenhagen?
Hostels with group and school camp offers are a common option for classes visiting Copenhagen.
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Do you need a permit or registration to rent out your home to tourists in Denmark?
A private person who lets a home to holiday guests on a non-commercial basis needs no permit, as long as the yearly day limits are kept.
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How much can you earn tax-free renting out your home in Denmark in 2026?
For short-term rental of a home or room you live in (under 4 months), the tax-free allowance in 2026 is 35,100 kr.
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What are the Airbnb rules in Copenhagen?
In Copenhagen you may let your whole home for holiday purposes for up to 30 days per calendar year, or up to 70 days if the rental goes through an intermediary such as Airbnb.