In the artsy, bohemian Nansensgade neighborhood, Ibsens Hotel is a boutique gem that perfectly channels the local Copenhagen spirit. The building dates back to 1906, and while the interior boasts a sleek New Nordic design, it proudly keeps its slightly tattered, historic facade complete with the original, retro red neon “HOTEL” sign.
The hotel’s coolest quirk is its dedication to the community. When the Brochner family completely overhauled the interior, they rejected generic catalogs and instead scoured the neighborhood. Local weavers, cabinet makers, and second-hand shops provided the decor—including French industrial pendant lights from a vintage shop down the street and a vinyl turntable donated by a 50-year-old local radio shop where guests can spin records.
Even wilder is their approach to payment: Ibsens was the first hotel in the world to accept “Artmoney.” This alternative global currency lets registered artists pay for their room using original 18x12cm artworks instead of cash. Because of this, the lobby walls are lined with eclectic, shifting gallery pieces that guests can actually purchase straight off the wall.
Location-wise, you are perfectly placed for exploring. The hotel sits just three minutes from the Nørreport Metro and Train Station, making airport runs a breeze. Right around the corner is the Torvehallerne food market, a culinary paradise of local delicacies. For sightseers, the historic Round Tower (Rundetaarn), the lush Rosenborg Castle gardens, and the gorgeous Copenhagen Lakes are all within an easy 10-minute stroll.
Expert reviews
“Ibsens is a sound choice for discerning sophisticates. The rooms are minimalist yet plush, with muted tones, designer fixtures and blissful beds.”
What guests liked
- Friendly staff
- Excellent breakfast
- Boutique style
- Excellent location
- Excellent Wifi
Location
Recent guest reviews
12 May 2026
Wonderful hotel in the heart of the city with great staff and cozy vibes
The location, the ambience and how clean it was
The beds are very small
12 May 2026
A warm, comfortable, and exceptionally welcoming stay with wonderful staff and amazing breakfast.
Great location, very clean rooms, and a very comfortable stay overall. We also really appreciated being able to adjust the heating in the room ourselves, which made the stay even more cozy.
The hotel staff was absolutely wonderful and made the whole experience feel warm and welcoming from the first moment. The breakfast was truly perfect I honestly could not imagine a better one. The restaurant staff, especially Sandra, were amazing. Every morning started better thanks to their kindness and energy.
Another lovely detail was the free sparkling and still water available at the reception at any time, which was incredibly thoughtful and appreciated.
8 May 2026
Great location. Loved cozy hour! And breakfast was amazing!
Great location. Loved cozy hour! And breakfast was amazing!
7 May 2026
A comfortable and conveniently located hotel with excellent access to transport, dining.
The hotel’s location was excellent and very central, with Nørreport Station only a short five-minute walk away, making it very easy to travel to and from the airport via the M2 metro line. The nearby Copenhagen food market was also a great bonus, offering plenty of dining options just a few minutes from the hotel. I also enjoyed being close to the waterfront, which was perfect for relaxing and watching the sunset in the evenings.
5 May 2026
An amazing place to stay!
A super cute hotel with a great location. The staff were amazing. Every staff member went out of their way to be pleasant, kind and super helpful. We got recommendations about the area that made our stay even more special. The breakfast was delicious.
21 April 2026
Nice hotel to stay in Copenhagen
Good location, friendly staff, excellent breakfast
Bathroom is a bit small
21 April 2026
Nice elegant hotel
Very elegant and smart. Ideal location for exploring city. Amazing breakfast.
19 April 2026
Definitely going to stay here again!
Such a beautiful hotel and great location.
Nothing specific…
16 April 2026
Great hotel, felt small and cozy and personal. Mariya was exceptional on Reception and deserves a special mention for he
Perfect location, fantastic staff especially Mariya at Reception
Nothing
13 April 2026
Very comfortable as ever
I have stayed several times at this hotel now, the location is very convenient to my daughter’s apartment, the Metro and city centre. The staff are always helpful and friendly. I like the bar area and the room has everything I need. The bed is really comfortable.
8 April 2026
Great hotel in central Copenhagen
The hotel was very centrally located, near public transportation. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean.
The breakfast seemed very expensive, so I only ate there once.
7 April 2026
Great place to stay in Copenhagen. Close to everything. Great value for money. Would stay here again
Great value for money. Hotel was really clean and modern. Room had everything we needed. Location was great. 5mins walk to nearby train station and walking distance to many restaurants and things to do. Staff were super friendly. Loved 'cosy hour' (1 free drink between 5-6pm), although would be even bette if you could pick your cosy hour so that you don't miss out if you're not back in time. Good wifi. Luggage storage is really helpful too.
Room was a little small when you have suitcases to open. They were fully booked so couldn't accommodate a double bed (had 2 singles pushed together). Breakfast was a little pricey at around £30pp but probably in line with Copenhagen prices for a buffet (cant attest to the quality as we didn't eat breakfast there)
6 April 2026
A very well positioned hotel and good value
Welcoming staff, luggage room was convenient, cosy hour was lovely.
Environmental focus was clear - eg whether to have your room cleaned or not.
Nice toiletries
Close to Norreport metro and train station and the food hall but the location felt calm
Towels were a bit small and the shower was not very strong
We had a bit of noise from reception and bar one night as we were located just above it.
5 April 2026
Returning and for a reason
Ibsens has the nicest staff, always ready to help. I got a room that I particularly like - 541 in the end of the corridor, comfortable and quiet. Location is excellent, breakfast wonderful. I am a regular, why change if things could not be much better.
Well, pricey. But that is Copenhagen.
29 March 2026
Centrally located in Copenhagen, friendly staff, outstanding breakfast, and clean comfortable rooms.
The breakfast offered an ideal selection of options. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The staff hosted a relaxation hour at 5 p.m. with one free drink. One review said the carpets looked old, but I did not find them old at all! The hotel's location was ideal, in the center of Copenhagen. That made it worth my money.
I have no complaints!
26 March 2026
It was pretty nice and I enjoyed it. Most of the time we explored the city and rarely been in the room, but overall, I w
Hotel staff was nice and friendly. Cleanliness was on the level. Location is really good.
Room was kind of small.
23 March 2026
Very Conveniently Located and Pleasant Stay!
Happy hour included each night, good coffee each morning. Very friendly staff, very central location
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18 March 2026
Will go back.and stay against this lovely hotel
Great location.
Friendly and helpful
16 March 2026
Will always stay here
Lovely , friendly staff.
Good sized room and bathroom.
Fabulous breakfast in the sister Kong Arthur hotel.
Cosy Hour drink 5-6pm
Duvet covers not so soft .
12 March 2026
Great location, staff was very friendly. The whole ambiance was great. Very good breakfast!
The staff, the ambiance, the location
10 March 2026
Good. Healthy. Friendly.
My room was nice and clean. Everything I need including a kettle, some tea and coffee, sugar, was perfect after my long travel. The stuff is friendly. So, it was positive experience for me.
I like everything. It’s good.
9 March 2026
Great location, fabulous breakfast, super comfy roo, would recommend 100%
The beds were so comfy! They were fabulous. Breakfast was probably one of the best breakfasts we’ve ever had in a hotel. So fresh, delicious taste, lovely staff in the restaurant and setting. The staff in the hotel were lovely too. Best part about the hotel was cozy hour (or as my partner called it cozy time!) it brought everyone together and was a great vibe after a busy day to sit before the evening started.
Nothing really. The bathroom was a little small but you utilised the space well. My partner did keep tripping over the step all the time in to the bathroom but he is pretty clumsy!
8 March 2026
For a few days it’s a great spot, eat, drink, and enjoy
The location, the friendly helpful staff
Nothing to dislike
4 March 2026
We will happily stay there next time we visit Copenhagen
The location was near perfect for the metro and city. Staff were very friendly. Hotel was great value. Room was comfortable
It is a budget hotel (3 star), so judge it on that basis. However, it shares the facilities of the five star hotel attached and the three restaurants attached.
3 March 2026
Would stay again!
- Everything was very clean and the room was cleaned daily
- Very central location, walked everywhere
- Friendly staff
- One free drink for guests in the afternoon
- Everything went smoothly with our reservation
- The price was pretty decent for Copenhagen but the room was smaller than I expected
- At first I had some doubts for the shower because it's literally above the toilet seat but it was better than I expected, it didn't "flood" at all and it was drying very quickly
- I didn't like the permanent carpet on the floor, seemed a bit too outdated for me
- The double bed was small
2 March 2026
Clean, great start and location was spot on.
Staff amazing from start to finish. Really welcoming and informative. Great location, few minute walk from Norreport station and a not too far from the all the attractions. Lovely local feel to the area aswell.
Room was spot on, clean and had everything we needed from a kettle, hair dryer and ironing board.
Secure luggage storage was available for us to store our cases upon checking out.
Nothing.
26 February 2026
I would definitely recommend Ibsens hotel, I had a lovely stay there.
The location was excellent, the neighbourhood was also very nice. My travel was work related, so I chose my hotel to be walking distance from the venue, although it was also easy to reach the city center by foot. The metro station is also just a few minutes walk away.
The staff was also very kind and helpful. I liked the small bar by the bar and the option to grab a drink or a croissant during the day.
Bonus point for the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in!
I liked everything.
21 February 2026
Great location! Easy access to metro.
Very friendly staff. Offered options for restaurants.
It has nothing to do with the hotel… just the lack of courtesy from my neighbors and the slamming of doors.
14 February 2026
Great location to go around, great staff, comfortable rooms.
Friendly and helpful staff, quite close to everything in City Center by foot, close to bus, train and metro station), easy to come and go from airport, comfortable room a d great breakfast.
Not much around compare to other streets and most places close early. But just in a few minutes you can get anywhere around.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Snack bar
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits
- - Coffee house on site
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Currency exchange
- - Luggage storage
Activities
- - Fitness centre (additional charge)
- - Spa & wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Cycling
- - Evening entertainment
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Foot bath
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Fitness
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Happy hour
- - Live music/performance
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
- - Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Electric vehicle charging station
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available

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31 May 2026
Everything was exceptional