Odense Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Odense, Syddanmark

A trip to the sights with historical relevance in Odense is likely first on your sightseeing list. During your visit, you can check out the local museums.

Based on our travel expertise, First Hotel Grand Odense is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Hans Christian Andersen’s Childhood Home is a short walk away. Other choices to soak up the local history include Hotel Odeon and CABINN Odense Hotel.

In Odense, there are 34 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Odense is notable for landmarks like Hans Christian Andersen’s Childhood Home, Frydenlund and Odense Tugthus. Cultural venues include Funen Art Museum, Fyns Kunstmuseum and Hans Christian Andersen Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Oceania and Odense Raadhus.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll sleep someplace that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Odense, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Odense, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.