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Star architect Gert Wingårdh and his team at Wingårdh Arkitekter were tasked with overseeing the evolution of the property, which they did with finesse. Wingårdh sought to pay homage to the storied building's roots while adding his own signature touches. The result is a masterclass in marrying old and new: original architectural details-such as the grand staircase-and motifs have been preserved and restored, while bold contemporary accents are defined by superior-quality natural materials such as Portuguese marble, copper, stone, hard-oak, and glass. The stark modernity of the concrete reception desk, for example, is complemented by an elegant, heritage color scheme of green and grey tones. Throw in the enviable location in the cultural heartbeat of Copenhagen, and you have the blueprint for one of the city's most eagerly awaited arrivals.

The inimitable Scandinavian style that pervades the restaurant and public spaces is continued in the 77 rooms and three suites, creating easy, uncluttered spaces for relaxation. Each of the individually sized rooms, with soaring ceilings and original detailing, offers a calming palette of muted colors such as eggshell, cool-grey and teal. Rooms are outfitted with classic Danish furniture from Carl Hansen & Søn, including the iconic CH25 chair which is found in the Superior and Deluxe room categories. Rugs come courtesy of Swedish brand Kasthall, while luxurious, cloud-like beds from Duxiana promise an untroubled night's sleep. While a lacquered oak minibar tray and crystal glasses from Danish designer Frederik Bagger ensure nightcaps are dispensed in a fittingly chic manner. The bathrooms are entirely outfitted in Portuguese Bardiglio Nuvolato marble, characterized by its fine-grained, deep grey, cloudy look, and luxurious amenities from luxury Swedish Byredo, treat guests to in-room pampering.

Niels Restaurant, housed in a 1960s annex building, was also renovated by Wingårdh Arkitekter. Ensuring that the restaurant stands out visually as well as through its culinary delights, Wingårdh covered the building's façade in glass and copper plates, with the pièce de résistance being the strategically placed crossbars, an homage to Le Corbusier's La Tourette Dominican monastery. Headed up by Chef de Cuisine Jeppe Foldager, Niels Restaurant borrows from the best of Nordic culinary traditions, serving modern seasonal and sustainable cuisine. Foldager's food celebrates the rich natural bounty of Northern Europe, sourcing ingredients from artisan producers, farmers and fishermen based in Denmark, Sweden and Norway. The bar also takes inspiration from its Nordic neighbors, showcasing a menu of classic cocktails with a focus on quality, regional ingredients and Scandinavian spirits.

Location
Sandwiched between the city center and Vesterbro, Nobis Hotel Copenhagen puts guests right in the center of it all-a stone's throw away from the buzzing Rådhuspladsen town hall square, Nationalmuseet (National Museum), the Danish Design Center, and the infamous Tivoli Amusement Park and Gardens-the world's second oldest amusement park, which opened in 1843.

Copenhagen Airport: 9km | 17 minutes by car