After a couple of nights at the perfectly functional Radisson Blu Scandinavia Copenhagen, it was time to head over to the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Copenhagen, which is generally more highly rated. For our two night stay the rate was either 1595DKK (~$240) or 50,000 Gold Points per night. Since I have the Club Carlson…
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I could tell that this hotel felt a bit “fresher” than the one we previously stayed at, based on the hallways alone."
Especially if they've just vacuumed the place!
i think after your two reviews North Korean hospitals have probably nicer decor than Danish hotels.
It certainly doesn't have the location of the place but the Crowne Plaza out closer to the airport is an amazing hotel with an excellent lounge. It's close to the train system so getting in and out of downtown is actually very quick.
Stayed in this hotel as well and pretty much agree with your review. Just an additional FYI -- for those who don't want to get the visa, it's pretty easy to status match to Club Carlson from any hotel chain and it isn't lifetime either (so you can do it over and over again).
I would highly recommend next time you book a Royal Club room. Yes, it´s 75K points per night so much more than the standard room, but I find it well worth it. You will get a corner room (windows both sides so excellent views and lots of natural light) on a high floor with more space, and amenities such a Nespresso machine, premium movies and things you usually find in Radisson business class rooms in Europe. The best part is you have breakfast included in the amazing Alberto K dining space on the 20th floor with excellent view (and natural light, which I enjoy for breakfast), this is a much more exclusive setting with admission only for Royal Club and suite guests, meaning it is peaceful and relaxing. It really feels like a different hotel.
I am a bit surprised that you have missed the target so badly with the details. The hotel may seem simplistic and lack the glitz and glamour of UEA et al airlines, but that was the probably the point when Jacobsen designed the hotel. And I agree, things like the cheezy wall behind the bed doesn't help. But the details all around the hotel are a reason for many to book a stay there. It is not my favorite hotel in CPH, but I'd gladly put some Egg chairs (seen in your pics from the lobby) and also Swan (by the window in your room) or even the Ant chairs (by the desk) in my luggage. You'd probably be surprised how much they cost when buying originals. Heck, even the room service coffee pot would earn you nicely on eBay. However, it should not about the money per se, these are just some design classics to be found there. But slapping on a hefty price tag helps as then even the Yankees get it :).
A question - why do trip reports in the pipeline for your trip to CPH and back to London? With Ryanair or Easyjet, perhaps?
@ Samuel001 -- And I don't deny that, but it's simply not my style. We all like different styles, and I respect if other people like the style. But it's not my cup of tea (or pot of coffee, as the case may be).
@ view -- I actually wanted to, but unfortunately it was sold out for the nights I was there.
interesting. I was there 2 weeks ago and received free breakfast since I am gold member. I did not receive an upgrade though, so that may have played in it as well. And yes the breakfast was amazing enjoyed every second of it. 🙂
I stayed here in September, possibly in the same room. The bathroom was gross and had a bug problem. I took a video of the bugs just to remember to avoid next time.
Still a bit puzzled - how did you travel from London to Copenhagen and back? Familiar routing for me, so would be nice to hear your take on the alternative of your choice.
@ view has it right. If you book both Club rooms on the end, they can be opened up as a suite.
Of course, if you really want to go all-out, stay at the Nimb, inside Tivoli. 14 rooms, extraordinary spaces, marvelous restaurant. It just doesn't work for points hounds. Sometimes, it's really worth going out-of-program.
@ Samuel001 - Lucky took BA Club World between London and Copenhagen, and I'm also a bit bummed that he didn't review the new Club World product, but I think it's due to time restraints (Lucky, when are you posting your Doha+Dubai/Portugal+Iceland trip reports?).
There's a complete Arne Jacobsen suite at the hotel; the impact he had on design can't be overlooked. Don't judge the entire hotel badly, it's a treat to stay there!
http://www.phaidon.com/agenda/design/picture-galleries/2010/august/16/room-606/
Another great review! Keep them coming! Are the Helsinki Radisson's on your agenda?
@ beachfan -- I've only been to Helsinki once and stayed at Hotel Kamp, the Starwood property:
https://onemileatatime.com/review-hotel-kamp-helsinki/
I'll try to check out the Club Carlson properties if I return (though I can't say it's on the top of my list of places to return to).
This hotel from the outside reminds me of the Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz, its a very good hotel but the interior of the park in seems superior than the Radisson Blu Royal.
Lucky, the style may not be to your taste, but the hotel itself is iconic, and Arne Jacobsen was a hugely influential modern architect/designer worldwide, not just in Denmark. This hotel, which started life as the SAS Royal Hotel (google it and google Arne Jacobsen) was unique in that he designed not only the building but also the furnishings and fittings, down the the smallest details, as an integrated whole. Back in 1956 that was unheard of. I think it's great that Radisson is trying to keep it as close to the original as possible. When I stayed there in March, I loved the quirkiness of the mid-century modern decor.
I agree that based on the pics the décor does look a bit dated but we have to remember that Jacobsen designed the furniture years ago and the pieces are still is highly sought after by modern furniture fans. I like Samuel01 would like a set of each of those chairs in front of the window ASAP.
Haha snap! I stayed there about five months ago and was in that exact room!! 😀 Loved the view of Tivoli Gardens as well.
On my second night (as sadly no Club Carlson Visa for us non-Americans!) I stayed at the Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Airport - excellent place, great lounge and really good value for money with easy train line access and free shuttle bus to the airport the next morning.
Ha! I was just here over Labor Day and got the exact same room. I actually preferred the Scandinavia a bit, due to the gorgeous views.