Hotel dAngleterre is the grande dame of Copenhagen hospitality. It stands on Kongens Nytorv, the King New Square, a short walk from Nyhavn, the Royal Danish Theatre and the start of the Strøget pedestrian street, and it has been taking in guests since 1755, which makes it one of the oldest luxury hotels in the world. The pale facade is one of the most recognisable in the city, and inside you find the kind of formal, traditional service that few hotels still attempt: a doorman at the entrance, a concierge team that can solve most requests and a restaurant, Marchal, that has long been one of the dressy places to eat in town. The rooms follow a classic style, with rich fabrics, polished wood and marble bathrooms, and the hotel also has a spa with an indoor pool, which is a rare thing in the city centre. Rates sit at the top of the market, and the property is best suited to travellers who want history, ceremony and a central location above design trends. Because the square has one of the busiest traffic junctions in the centre, ask for a room away from the street if you are a light sleeper. Check room categories and what is included when you book, as the offer changes by season.
The location is the great argument for staying here. Kongens Nytorv is where the old town meets Nyhavn, and from the front door you can walk to the canal, the Royal Danish Theatre, Amalienborg and the shops of Strøget in minutes. The metro stop beneath the square makes the airport and the rest of the city easy to reach. It is a hotel where you can leave the car and the taxi behind and do everything on foot.
Inside, the atmosphere is formal and polished. Staff take pride in remembering guests and organising restaurant tables, theatre tickets and day trips, and the lobby bar is a pleasant place for a drink before dinner. The restaurant offers a refined menu in a dressed-up room, and the spa gives you a calm place to recover after walking the city. Breakfast and other meals are priced at luxury hotel levels, so check what is included in your rate.
Who it suits
Couples marking an occasion, first-time visitors who want the classic Copenhagen experience and history lovers who like to sleep in a place with a story. Families are welcome but this is not a casual, child-centred hotel. If you prefer a contemporary design hotel, look at the other options in this guide, such as the townhouse on Tordenskjoldsgade or the Nyhavn warehouses.
Why stay here
- ✓Kongens Nytorv location
- ✓Open as a hotel since 1755
- ✓Marchal restaurant
- ✓Lobby bar and lounge
- ✓Spa with indoor pool
- ✓Concierge service
- ✓Walk to Nyhavn and Strøget
- ✓Metro at the door
Good questions
Where is Hotel dAngleterre?+
On Kongens Nytorv, the King New Square, a short walk from Nyhavn, the Royal Danish Theatre and Strøget.
Is there a spa?+
Yes, the hotel has a spa with an indoor pool. Check opening hours and access terms when you book.
Is it good for first-time visitors?+
Yes. The location lets you walk to most central sights, and the service is traditional and attentive.
