The Best Hotels To Book In Aarhus Denmark

On the Jutland peninsula, Denmark’s second-largest city, Aarhus, has long been a popular destination for visitors from all over the world. From the charming old town, showcasing the urban history of Denmark, to the vibrant Latin Quarter and a tempting foodie scene, historic timber houses and the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum, there’s plenty to explore in the City of Smiles. Here’s our pick of the best places to rest your head during a visit.

1. Hotel Ferdinand

Boutique Hotel, Hotel

Guest room at Hotel Ferdinand in Aarhus. Wooden bed fame supports a large mattress in a minimalist-style hotel room.

Set in a picturesque part of central Aarhus by the riverside, this boutique hotel has a selection of studios with balconies and suites. Attention to detail is key here – all rooms have toiletries from Swedish brand La Bruket and Nespresso coffee machines. For more independence, opt for a studio with a full kitchen and laundry facilities. Don’t miss the on-site, Michelin-recommended restaurant and its tasting menu.

2. Comwell Aarhus

Boutique Hotel

Comwell Aarhus hotel room. A bed sits in a four poster bed frame against a plum-coloured wall, with tables and chairs making up the decorations.

At Comwell Aarhus, all 240 comfortable rooms – decorated by Danish design firm HAY – have impressive vistas. Upon checking in, choose between fibre, foam or natural pillows, and hit the 24-hour gym for a late-night workout. The hotel also offers bike rentals. For access to the 12th-floor lounge, stocked with drinks and snacks, book a business room.

3. Hotel GuestApart

Hotel

With a blend of high-end hotel rooms with a cosy, homely atmosphere, the Hotel GuestApart offers a proper home away from home. Enjoy the Bang & Olufsen entertainment systems, Jensen mattresses, organic toiletries and kitchens fitted out with high-spec equipment. Tuck into seasonal cuisine at the highly regarded restaurant – the chefs collect the mushrooms, berries and herbs from the nearby forest and serve sustainably caught fish.

5. Hotel Royal

Hotel, Luxury

Minimalist carpeted hotel room in Hotel Royal in Aarhus. A bed sits next to large windows overlooking a tree-lined street.

Dating back to 1838, the Hotel Royal has everything you might expect from a luxury hotel with a history, including stained-glass windows, glass chandeliers and unique art from its private collection. There are also modern conveniences to make your stay comfortable, such as wifi, flat-screen TVs and coffee machines in the art deco-inspired rooms. The hotel is also home to arguably Denmark’s most beautiful casino – make sure you order a martini at the bar, shaken not stirred.

6. Scandic Aarhus City

Chain Hotel, Hotel

Wooden-floored Scandic Aarhus City hotel room. A bed faces a wall-mounted flatscreen TV, with cushioned armchairs and sofas in the same room.

Part of a popular Scandinavian hotel chain, this Scandic outpost sits in the city centre near shopping areas and numerous restaurants. For a large chain hotel, there’s an impressive focus on sustainability – rooftop solar panels supply 90 percent of its electricity, and in the summer months, the breakfast table honey is from on-site beehives. Scandic also offers 25 accessible rooms.

7. Wakeup Aarhus, MP Bruuns Gade

Budget Hotel, Hotel

Seating area in Wakeup Aarhus. Contemporary style finished with a large shelving unit, abstract design carpets and modern swivel chairs.

This sister property to the popular Wakeup hotels in Copenhagen has 315 functional rooms designed with classic Danish minimalist details. Wakeup is close to the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum (with its famous rainbow tunnel), and Aarhus Street Food is a short walk away.

8. Villa Provence

Boutique Hotel, Hotel

Villa Provence Hotel, Aarhus. Against the wall sits a drinks table, with ornate columns behind. Theres a large French 1920s era poster print along with some sofas.

Get a taste of the South of France at Villa Provence – you’ll even receive a pastis aperitif at check-in. All 39 rooms and suites in this cosy four-star hotel are decorated in Provençal style. Standard rooms include Molton Brown bath products, free wifi and a flat-screen TV. There are handmade French tiles in the bathrooms, and some of the superior rooms include free-standing bathtubs. Breakfast unsurprisingly comprises Mediterranean and French delicacies.

9. Hotel Oasia Aarhus

Boutique Hotel

Guest bedroom at Hotel Oasia in Aarhus. Below a large wall print sits the bed in a white-walled hotel room. Theres a bathroom to the left.

Nordic design is the focus of this quiet hotel, with Hästens beds, armchairs from Theselius and Kjærholm, and Bang & Olufsen TVs. Join the free wine hour every Monday and Thursday or an Aperol spritz in the hotel bar any other evening. Free organic tea and coffee are available throughout your stay, and there is a fitness centre for gym buffs.

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