Next House Copenhagen

Next House sits on Bernstorffsgade, a 5-minute walk from Copenhagen Central Station and right next to Tivoli Gardens. For a city this expensive, the location alone saves you money on transport. The metro runs 24/7 from Hovedbanegården, so you never need a taxi.

The facilities set Next House apart from every other Copenhagen hostel. There's a proper fitness center, a football court, a terrace with sun deck, and a restaurant-bar that serves as the social hub. The staff organize bar crawls and evening entertainment almost every night, which is how most solo travelers end up with a crew for the rest of their trip.

The shared kitchen is well-equipped and a budget lifesaver in a city where a basic lunch costs €15+. The breakfast is solid and saves you from Copenhagen's brutal cafe prices. Rooms have air conditioning, which matters more than you'd think during Danish summers.

The neighborhood puts you within walking distance of Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek (free on Tuesdays), the Meatpacking District nightlife in Vesterbro, and the Strøget pedestrian street. It's the best base camp for first-time Copenhagen visitors.