Villa Copenhagen
Historic Danish postal palace meets Nordic design hotel. High ceilings, muted palettes inspired by 19th-century painter Vilhelm Hammershøi, and a genuine sustainability ethos (not just greenwashing). Social and lively without being loud.
Book the pool slot for early morning (7AM) on weekdays — you'll often have it nearly to yourself
Why It Matters
One of the few large luxury hotels in Copenhagen with a heated outdoor rooftop pool, in a genuinely iconic heritage building. Part of Preferred Hotels & Resorts LVX collection and Historic Hotels Worldwide. Nordic Swan Ecolabel certified. The Rug Bakery is a destination in its own right for locals.
Villa Copenhagen opened in July 2020 inside the former Central Post & Telegraph Head Office — a landmark building from 1912 — just across the street from Tivoli Gardens and a one-minute walk from Central Station. The architects at Universal Design Studio kept the grandeur intact: herringbone oak floors, restored original windows, soaring ceilings, and gold accents throughout all 390 rooms. But the feel is more social loft than stiff grand hotel, with a rooftop pool heated by the building's own excess energy, a bakery-meets-wine-bar that draws locals, and DJ sets in the glass-ceilinged courtyard on weekends.
Where You'll Stay
12 room types available
Deluxe Room
The hotel's description is 'almost your own mini spa' — and it's not far off. The real draw here is the bathtub, which most rooms don't have. Also includes turndown service. Enough space to genuinely decompress.
King · 27 sqm
Earth Suite
The sustainability showcase. Recycled brick walls, Mater furniture — a Danish brand known for using ocean plastic and recycled materials. Concept-driven without sacrificing comfort.
Family Room
Fits two adults and one child up to age 12. Includes a sofa or bench for the child. Practical layout without sacrificing the design feel of the hotel.
King · 22 sqm
Junior Corner Suite
Exclusive corner positioning means extra windows and more natural light. Minimum 29m² with high-end details throughout. Turndown service included.
King · 29 sqm
Residential Suite
Curated with ferm LIVING furniture — the Copenhagen design brand known for soft, tactile interiors. Feels like staying in a well-styled Copenhagen apartment rather than a hotel room.
Shamballa Attic Suite
A blend of old and new that the hotel says 'fosters mindfulness.' The Shamballa Jewels design brand (which also designed the courtyard) gives it a distinct spiritual-meets-Scandi character.
Shamballa Duplex Suite
Two-level suite that preserves historical architectural charm — think original post office bones — blended with the Shamballa Jewels design aesthetic. Dramatic and one-of-a-kind.
Shamballa Master Suite
The top-tier Shamballa experience — described as where 'conscious luxury meets tranquility.' Designed in full collaboration with Shamballa Jewels. The most serene and spiritually considered room in the house.
Standard Room
Compact but well-designed entry-level room. Choice of King or Queen bed. Herringbone floors, restored original windows, muted Nordic palette. Feels nothing like a typical standard room — it's the Hammershøi aesthetic at its most affordable.
King or Queen · 17 sqmSuperior Plus King Room
Designed with light Nordic elegance, this is the go-to choice for two people who want real breathing room. Accessible versions available with open shower and bathroom handles.
King · 24 sqmSuperior Room
A step up in size with spacious simplicity. Fits two comfortably and comes in King, Queen, or Twin configuration. Good all-rounder for a city stay.
King, Queen, or Twin · 20 sqmUniversal Penthouse Suite
The showstopper. A two-storey loft with a grand walnut, steel and plaster spiral staircase connecting a double-height lounge to the master bedroom above. Features deep picture windows looking over Copenhagen's rooftops, natural limewash walls, oak floors, exposed timber beams, built-in wardrobes, and a Nero Marquina and Zellige tiled bathroom with a free-standing bath. Sleeps up to 4. Furniture by &Tradition.
King · 78 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The concierge team arranges dining reservations, local experiences, guided activities, and massage bookings. Available to all staying guests.
Live DJ sets in the glass-ceilinged Courtyard Bar every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5PM to 8PM. Open to hotel guests and the public.
A modern take on afternoon tea served every Saturday in the Courtyard. Sweet and savoury bites with a bold, contemporary twist. Bookable for individuals and groups.
Special seasonal event at Rug Bakery. A three-course seafood menu celebrating the ocean's best. Runs late May/early summer.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
9 accessible rooms across all floors, all reachable by elevator. Spacious bathrooms with open shower and handles. Located in Superior Plus and Deluxe King categories.
Multiple event spaces: The Boardroom (61m², up to 50 people, original 1912 form); Studios 1–8 (18–55m², up to 42 people); Square 1–3 (up to 1,200m², up to 1,200 people); Playroom (128m², up to 70 people, connected to T37 Bar). Total 3,200 sq ft of event space.
Located on the 1st floor adjacent to the pool and sauna. Treadmills, bikes, airbike, elliptical, rowing machine, kettlebells, dumbbells, cable station, and open mat area. Rustic brick walls. Free of charge for staying guests, open around the clock.
Part of the Strawberry hotel group. Earn 'Spenn' flexible points redeemable for future hotel stays.
Valet parking at DKK 750 per night. Must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance. Drop-off on Tietgensgade 37.
APCOA's nearby parking garage at Carsten Niebuhrs Gade 6F. DKK 280 per day, paid via APCOA FLOW app.
Dogs welcome. The dog package includes a dog bed, bowls, and treats prepared in advance.
25-metre lap pool on the roof. Heated to 28–30°C year-round using the hotel's own excess energy. Open Mon–Thu 7AM–10PM, Fri–Sat 7AM–11PM, Sun 7AM–10PM. Children welcome 7AM–7PM. Exclusively for staying guests.
Certified with both the Nordic Swan Ecolabel and Green Key. Zero single-use plastics, refillable bathroom amenities, active food waste reduction programs across all kitchens.
Rooftop sauna with a view. Included for in-house guests.
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