In a city like Copenhagen, known for its cool Scandinavian design, the Andersen Hotel stands out by blending colorful and trendy decor with a warm welcome and exceptional service. We stayed at the Andersen Hotel for a weekend in February and found it perfectly located for exploring Copenhagen and conveniently close to the airport.

As you walk from the Central Station to the hotel, you might pass some interesting shop windows, including those with sex toys and fishnet body stockings. The hotel is in Vesterbro, Copenhagen’s red light district, which is also a vibrant neighborhood filled with bars, restaurants, and designer boutiques, known for its lively nightlife. In liberal Copenhagen, these sights are taken in stride.

Entering the Andersen Hotel, the large reception area immediately felt cozy, with a quirky round fire on the wall and chess sets ready for a game under oversized pink and purple lampshades. Candles glowed in purple glass holders, and freshly brewed coffee was available on request. Between 5 and 6 pm, guests are offered a complimentary glass of wine, a welcome treat in pricey Copenhagen. Nearby, the Mikkeller microbrewery and bar offers local ales and live music.

Our Junior Suite on the third floor was decorated in a vibrant Mermaid color scheme with aqua, turquoise, and lime hues. The spacious sitting area featured a turquoise velvet sofa, a small glass coffee table, and a flat-screen TV that could be viewed from either the sofa or the bed. The room had a green shaggy rug, light wood flooring, and a mural listing other travel destinations like Oslo, Riga, and Stockholm. Free, fast Wi-Fi was available throughout the hotel and in our room.

There was enough storage in the single wardrobe for a weekend stay, along with a fridge, safe, and a mini-bar with wine bottles and snacks. The bed was extremely comfortable, with a soft duvet and a sleep spray that helped us drift off in a cloud of lavender. Our room overlooked the street, so we heard some noise at night and early in the morning. Light sleepers might prefer a room facing the internal courtyard.

The turquoise bathroom featured a Phillip Stark suite with a large sink, well-lit mirror, and a hairdryer. Our Junior Suite had a bath with a powerful shower and an Andersen Hotel rubber duck. The toiletries were from Molton Brown’s Green Park range, adding a touch of English charm to the Danish design.

I explored other rooms at the Andersen Hotel and found that even the smaller rooms maintained the same level of design and comfort, each with unique touches. The breakfast area, partitioned off during the day, continued the pink and purple Princess color scheme with wood and chrome tables and perspex throne chairs. The breakfast spread included Danish bread, local cheese, pastries, muesli, beetroot and carrot juice, and a variety of teas.

Throughout our stay, the staff at the Andersen Hotel were incredibly helpful, offering suggestions and recommendations. When I asked for romantic places to visit, the receptionist, Anne Mette, provided a printed list of suggestions she had researched for us. The staff’s warm and helpful personalities made our stay even more enjoyable.

The hotel offers a Concept 24 option, allowing guests to keep their room for a full 24 hours from check-in. This was convenient for us, as we could check out later in the day before heading to the airport.

The Andersen Hotel is ideal for couples, groups of friends, leisure travelers, and business travelers looking for a convenient base in Copenhagen. We loved the friendly service, trendy decor, delicious breakfast, and the complimentary happy hour wine. However, it might not be suitable for families with young children or those uncomfortable with the red light aspects of the Vesterbro neighborhood.

On our first evening, we walked to the nearby Kødbyen or Meat-Packing district, enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of Bio Mio, an organic brasserie-style cafe. We also wanted to try Kodbyens Fiskebar, known for its seafood and good wines, and Mikkeller, a bar and microbrewery with a wide selection of ales.

At the far end of Vesterbro, bordering Frederiksberg, we had lunch at Meyers Deli, which serves delicious light dishes and Smørrebrød. We were tempted by the juices, jams, and preserves available for takeaway.

We visited the Museum of Copenhagen, which had exhibitions on immigration and the different kinds of love, featuring the works of philosopher Soren Kierkegaard. We also enjoyed the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, a sculpture museum and art gallery with an impressive collection of Impressionist paintings.

During our stay, we used the Copenhagen Card for free public transport and admission to 75 museums and attractions. The card costs 299 DKr for 24 hours, 449 DKr for 48 hours, and 529 DKr for 72 hours for adults, with reduced prices for children. It provided free entry to many sights, including Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Rosenborg Slot, and Tivoli Gardens.

For more information about visiting Copenhagen, see the Visit Copenhagen official tourism website. Thanks to Wonderful Copenhagen for hosting our weekend visit and to Andersen Hotel for providing a complimentary stay.