FOR THE LOVE OF DESIGN, HOTEL ALEXANDRA OPENS IN COPENHAGEN
Stepping into Hotel Alexandra feels like traveling through time. Set in the heart of Copenhagen, the property offers more than just a place to rest your head—it’s a living museum of Danish mid-century design.
With 61 rooms carefully curated to showcase the best of 1950s, 60s, and 70s Danish furniture and decor, Hotel Alexandra provides a unique and immersive experience for design enthusiasts and casual travelers alike.
The moment you enter the lobby, you’re greeted by an array of iconic pieces that set the tone for your stay. Finn Juhl’s Poet Sofa and Hans Wegner’s Circle Chair are just two you’ll encounter, but there are plenty more to discover throughout your stay. The hotel’s commitment to preserving and celebrating Danish design heritage is evident in every corner, making it a standout destination in a city already known for its aesthetic sensibilities.
The 61 rooms are each furnished differently, but all exude retro charm, with Danish chairs, lamps, and tables from the 1940s–’70s. Rooms and suites pay tribute to specific talents like Finn Juhl, Nanna Ditzel, and Jens Risom. The Ant, Egg, and Swan chairs adorn the Arne Jacobsen room; meanwhile, Børge Mogensensen’s room attests to the designer’s passion for woodwork with a duo of built-in beds dressed in wickerwork. Bold color—here, in the form of pink plastic walls—dominates the psychedelic Verner Panton suite.
Yet for all their vintage charm, the rooms don’t skimp on modern comforts. The beds are soft and delightfully comfy, and air conditioning and soundproofing (two rarities in historic European hotels) keep the space quiet and relaxed. The bathroom, while maintaining the mid-century aesthetic, is fully updated with modern fixtures that give it more than a hint of luxury. From carefully chosen textiles—featuring period-appropriate patterns and colors—to authentic mid-century light fixtures, every detail has been considered.
One of Hotel Alexandra’s most charming features is its library, stocked with books on Danish design and architecture. Coupled with a curated collection of vinyl records, it creates a cozy nook where guests can deepen their appreciation of Danish culture. It creates what the hotel calls a “magical time bubble,” which isn’t just about seeing the furniture—it’s about experiencing life as design-conscious Danes did half a century ago.
Hotel Alexandra’s location is as impressive as its interiors. Set just steps away from Copenhagen’s City Hall Square, it drops guests in the beating heart of the city. This area has been a focal point of life in Copenhagen for centuries, hosting everything from political demonstrations to New Year’s Eve celebrations. Yet just a short walk away is Vesterbro, once a working-class district that’s since transformed into one of the city’s trendiest neighborhoods. The area was home to many furniture workshops in the mid-20th century, where pieces now considered design classics were originally produced.
There’s no restaurant, but Hotel Alexandra staffers are passionate about the local food scene and have compiled their favorite places to eat and drink in a free app. There is, however, complimentary wine in the evenings.
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