“Copenhagen isn’t exactly the first place one would place a jungle-y pool ensconced in hanging vines, monstera and flowering trees, but it seems the spectral setting has no geographic bounds.” 

“Manon Les Suites er uden tvivl et af Københavns mest bemærkelsesværdige og fotogene hoteller. Det tilbyder en oplevelse, der bedst kan beskrives som »et stykke Bali i hjertet af København”

With a green tiled swimming pool in the light-flooded central atrium and Balinese beds surrounded by tumbling vines and tropical plants, this five-star hotel (part of the Guldsmeden group) isn’t your typical pared-back Scandinavian fare.

“The two hours I spent at the pool, swimming, sipping wine, and reading, were not only a highlight of my stay at Manon les Suites but of my three-day trip to Copenhagen.” 

“But step inside and the story is very different… At its epicentre is the indoor pool, lined with day beds and surrounded by greenery like some wonderfully steamy tropical wonderland.“

What’s hot? Everything about the interiors, fixtures and fittings, especially the amazing, deep baths that you won’t ever want to emerge from. We also rated the hangover-friendly breakfast times – it’s served until midday on weekends. Then there’s that peaceful, zen ambience that Copenhageners do so well.

“Anyone who still claims that eco-friendliness and luxury don’t go hand in hand has never stayed at a Guldsmeden Hotel.”

“Stepping into Manon Les Suites is like finding a Bali-inspired oasis in the heart of Copenhagen.” 

“Manon Les Suites Hotel in Copenhagen stands out among the otherwise rather minimalist hotels in Scandinavia…Anyone looking for a unique boutique hotel that skillfully combines all these elements will find exactly what they’re looking.” 

“Bryggen Guldsmeden does not aim for spectacle, but for harmony. It demonstrates how, even in the heart of a dynamic capital, it is possible to find a space of authentic quietude” 

“It seamlessly blends historical charm, modern luxury, and eco-sensitivity, promising an unforgettable and responsible stay. Guldsmeden Hotels, a collection of luxury eco-resorts, are strategically located in the heart of each city they inhabit.”

På en gråvejrsdag gav journalist Kristoffer Flakstad sig selv den gave at tjekke ind på boutiquehotellet Manon Les Suites i København. Han fortæller her om et døgn i tropisk tilstand.

“Manon Les Suites stands out as Copenhagen’s premier 5-star hotel… it offers a truly unforgettable experience that will leave you longing to return time and time again.”

“It comes with thoughtful service, and décor that’s a characterful blend of east and west. There’s a strong focus on sustainability, but with plenty of fun touches thrown in, including a heated outdoor pool…”

“The Bryggen Guldsmeden Eco Resort, a former shoe factory in Copenhagen’s harbour-front neighbourhood of Islands Brygge.” 

“Luxury can often feel very grown-up but this place is pure joy. It’s an eco-conscious place, becoming Green Globe certified in 2009… close to 100 per cent organic food and drink, green energy, climate-friendly recycled stationery…among other things.”

“Babette Guldsmeden is another quirky cracker for those looking for something different to the tried-and-tested Danish design blueprint”.  

“A Balinese-influenced tropical pool draped with foilage, a jungle gym, a rooftop restaurant, and a sauna with cold bucket showers — this is Denmark via Denpasar, with southeast Asian-inspired public spaces that are dressed to the nines…”

“Manon Les Suites is unlike any other hotel in the city. The aesthetic takes inspiration from Bali, with a pool that is supremely photogenic and a rooftop that is perfect for sunbathing”

If Axel Guldsmeden’s cozy decor and Nordic-Balinese design don’t have you instantly hooked, then its outstanding sustainability credentials will do the trick – it is both Green Globe and Green Key approved.