The Best Boutique Hotels to Book in Aarhus

You would be forgiven for thinking you were in the south of France rather than Denmark in this Provençal-styled hotel, right in the centre of Aarhus. Rooms are straight from the French countryside, with film posters, floral sofas, metal bedsteads and carved wooden furniture. There’s also a lovely cobbled courtyard, a cosy cocktail lounge and all the city’s restaurants right on your doorstep.

Book early to secure a room at the front of this hotel, overlooking the boats bobbing in Marselisborg marina. Despite the location, all 26 rooms offer well-priced accommodation, free tea and coffee through the day and complimentary guest parking. There are cafes just steps away, but don’t miss the popular nearby ice cream parlour, which attracts long queues whenever the sun’s out.

Now a small, hip chain with outposts as disparate as Reykjavík and Bali, this Aarhus property was Guldsmeden’s original offering with just 26 rooms in a trendy, townhouse-style building. Food is all organic, there’s a cute-as-a-button courtyard, and plenty of bikes to hire, but the real draw is the fantastic location in the Latin Quarter, with cafes, cool bars and independent boutiques just moments away.

It’s all about the food at this tiny boutique hotel, built around its award-winning restaurant. Guests who don’t want to go far after a lavish meal can book into one of eight large, modern suites – sleeping four people – or choose an apartment with its own kitchen, balcony and even laundry facilities. If you do want to venture further, there are plenty of other places to eat, drink and party close by.

If you love hotels that make a statement, you won’t be disappointed by this grand dame of Aarhus hotels in the main square. On top of being the oldest in the city, it dazzles with individually decorated rooms featuring unique art, antiques, art deco touches and even Versace tiles in one bathroom. Elsewhere, there’s a lively casino, a cocktail bar and an all-day restaurant.

Sleek Scandi chic abounds in this boutique hotel, in easy reach of the city centre. Think stripped wooden floors, simple custom-made furniture, polished concrete and clean lines that should soothe even the most stressed traveller. There’s also a lounge for board games, a bar serving snacks, a small fitness area and bike rental. Be sure to stop by the lobby on Monday and Thursday for the free wine hour, too.

It couldn’t be easier to check into this 1930s property, just across the road from Aarhus central station and the airport bus stops. Loaded with art deco glamour, the hotel goes all-out to impress with monochrome polished floors, an original lift and stylish black wood furniture. Leave plenty of time to attack the breakfast buffet, where usual dishes are served alongside mix-your-own yoghurt and the Danish cake, brunsviger.

If you’d rather make the most of Aarhus’ surrounding countryside than stay smack-bang in the centre, this seafront hotel is the dream option. Overlooking the Bay of Aarhus with direct access to the beach, it also has the Marselisborg Forests to its rear, so guests can choose to hike or sunbathe as they fancy. Inside, there’s a pool with a sauna, and you can also enjoy bike rental, free yoga lessons and two seafront terraces for drinks while watching the waves.