THE APARTHOTEL
Opened in 2004 but renovated last year, Charlottehaven The Garden has 44 serviced apartments set around a landscaped courtyard garden, all with balconies. It was created by well-travelled entrepreneur Finn Harald Simonsen and named after his wife.
It’s in Copenhagen’s laid-back and trendy Østerbro district and a two-minute walk from well-connected Nordhavn Station. A sister property, The Tower, opened in 2020 just around the corner and has another 37 apartments. Guests here can use all facilities at The Garden.
THE CHECK-IN
We arrived at midday so stored our luggage and went for lunch at a nearby café, suggested by the receptionist. Two hours later we returned and our room was ready.
THE APARTMENT
Our two-bedroom, third-floor apartment had a hallway with plenty of space for shoes and coats, leading to a large bathroom with walk-in shower, which was also home to a washing machine. It also led to an open-plan dining/lounge area and kitchen, with bedrooms at either end, one with a decent-sized desk with an adjustable desk lamp and a large corner balcony terrace overlooking the leafy courtyard.
This and the large windows provided lots of natural light. A bunch of beautiful flowers were on the dining table, with a personal welcome card.
THE BUSINESS: Meeting and conference spaces cater for groups from eight to 450. There’s also free underground parking.
THE FACILITIES
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the restaurant, which is behind the reception desk. On weekdays guests can choose items from a small breakfast menu (fruit, granola, banana bread, bacon, eggs and more – mostly organic) all served on a plate in little dishes.
At weekends there’s a buffet brunch (9am-3pm) that’s hugely popular with locals so you’ll need to book. We stayed at Halloween and the restaurant and central bar were decorated accordingly. There’s a large fitness room, a 20-metre pool and a sauna, all free to use. Guests must wear swim caps, which are provided for free.
THE VERDICT
The pretty courtyard, balconies, indoor pool and gym are the highlights of this well-designed aparthotel where I’d happily spend an extended stay.
THE DETAILS
Prices depend on dates, promotions and apartment type, with a starting rate of 2150 DKK (£240) a night. charlottehaven.com
