Here’s the honest version first. The hotels near Copenhagen Airport are almost all business chains within a 5–15 minute drive of the terminal, and they’re genuinely useful for a 6am flight, a midnight landing, an Ørestad conference or a long layover. But if you’re here as a tourist, central Copenhagen sits just 13 minutes away on the M2 Metro — running every few minutes, around the clock — and it’s nearly always the better call. This guide covers the eight best CPH-area hotels for 2026, with prices, shuttle policies and a clear steer on when to book one and when to head into town instead.
Whichever you choose, check the live security queue on the airport’s website before you set off in the morning. Our Copenhagen Airport guide explains the central security checkpoint, the piers and how early you really need to be there.
If you haven’t settled on an area yet, our guide to choosing which neighbourhood to book lays out the neighbourhoods; this page is just the airport-specific slice.
The airport hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Distance to CPH | From price (DKK) | Free shuttle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comwell Copenhagen Portside | 10 min by car | 1,400 | Yes, every 20 min |
| Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers | 8 min by car | 1,500 | Yes, every 30 min |
| Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport | 5 min walk | 1,800 | N/A — walk! |
| Hilton Copenhagen Airport | Connected to terminal | 2,200 | N/A — connected |
| Park Inn Copenhagen Airport | 5 min by car | 1,200 | Yes, hourly |
| Copenhagen Strand | 20 min by Metro to airport | 1,400 | Metro instead |
| Cabinn Metro | 10 min by Metro | 850 | Metro instead |
| Marriott Copenhagen | 20 min by Metro | 2,500 | Metro instead |
The best hotels near Copenhagen Airport
1. Hilton Copenhagen Airport — connected to the terminal
Hilton is joined straight onto the terminal, so there’s no shuttle to catch — you walk. It has 382 rooms across four categories, a full conference centre, a spa and pool, and two restaurants. For pure convenience it’s unbeatable: from bed to security is about 8 minutes. That’s the whole pitch, and it’s a good one if your alarm is going off before dawn.
Price: 2,200–3,500 DKK/night. Best for: very early flights, business travellers, and layovers under 12 hours.
2. Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport — a 5-minute walk
The Clarion sits a 5-minute walk from Terminal 3. It has 382 rooms, a lobby restaurant called The Living Room, a fitness centre and conference space. It’s a Choice Hotels property, so Choice Privileges members pick up loyalty perks, and it’s usually a touch cheaper than the Hilton for near-identical convenience.
Price: 1,800–3,200 DKK/night. Best for: Choice Hotels members and anyone who wants to stay on foot from the terminal.
3. Comwell Copenhagen Portside — best value
Comwell Portside is out in Nordhavn, 10 minutes to the airport by free shuttle or about 16 by Metro (M3 then M2). It has 481 rooms, a full conference centre and a spa with a pool. The clever thing here is that, despite the airport-hotel label, you can also walk to harbour-side dining and hop the Metro into town — so it doesn’t feel like you’re marooned in a business park.
Price: 1,400–2,400 DKK/night. Best for: business travellers, conference-goers, and anyone who wants airport access without giving up the harbour.
4. Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers — the Ørestad option
The Crowne Plaza is in Ørestad, 8 minutes to the terminal by free shuttle. It’s the biggest business hotel out this way — 366 rooms, a sky bar with city views, and a conference centre that seats up to 1,000. If you’re travelling with a group or attending something at the Bella Center, it’s the obvious base.
Price: 1,500–2,800 DKK/night. Best for: conferences, group bookings and IHG Rewards members.
5. Park Inn Copenhagen Airport — the cheapest chain
Park Inn by Radisson is 5 minutes away by free shuttle: 195 rooms, no frills, and the lowest reliable price in the immediate airport zone. There’s nothing exciting about it, which is exactly what you want at 2am.
Price: 1,200–2,000 DKK/night. Best for: the tightest budget for an airport-area stay.
6–8. The better bets for tourists
If you’re sightseeing rather than working, a central hotel with a quick Metro run to the airport usually wins:
- Cabinn Metro (Ørestad): 10 minutes by Metro to the airport and 5 to the centre, from around 850 DKK.
- Wakeup Carsten Niebuhrs (Vesterbro): 14 minutes by Metro to the airport, walking distance to Tivoli, from around 900 DKK.
- Marriott Copenhagen (harbour-front): 16 minutes by Metro to the airport, right on the water, from around 2,500 DKK.
All three, plus dozens more, are covered in our best hotels in Copenhagen roundup, and the cheapest of them in our budget hotels guide.
When an airport hotel actually makes sense
There are real cases where you should book by the airport:
- A very early flight (06:00 or before). The Metro starts around 05:00 on weekdays, and a 6am flight means being at security by about 04:30 — before the first train. An airport hotel lets you sleep until 04:00.
- A late landing after 23:00. The M2 does run 24/7, but you may not want to begin your trip with a 13-minute ride at 2am.
- A layover under 12 hours. Flying in and out the next morning, staying by the terminal saves the transit both ways.
- Business at the airport, Ørestad or the Bella Center. These venues are far easier from an airport hotel than from town.
- Heavy luggage or mobility needs. The Metro is easy, but staying by the terminal removes the transfer entirely.
- A conference at Comwell or the Crowne Plaza. Same-building convenience is hard to argue with.
Why most tourists should skip them
For a normal holiday, a central base beats an airport one on almost every count:
- The city is 13 minutes away on the M2, with trains every 4–7 minutes around the clock. The time you’d “save” by staying at the airport is tiny.
- You can walk to the sights. Tivoli, Strøget, Nyhavn, Rundetårn and Christiansborg are all within a 10-minute walk of central hotels.
- Atmosphere. Airport hotels are, functionally, hotels in a business park; the centre is the actual city.
- Departure mornings still work. Even at 04:00 the M2 runs often enough for most flights.
- Price is a wash. Mid-range central hotels like Wakeup, Cabinn or Hotel Twentyseven cost about the same or less.
Late-night dining at the airport hotels
Land after the restaurants have closed and you’re still covered:
- Hilton — Sunset Boulevard: open until 22:00, with 24-hour room service.
- Clarion — The Living Room: lobby restaurant open 06:00–23:00, with pizza late.
- Comwell Portside — Restaurant Comwell: modern Danish, open 06:00–22:30.
- Crowne Plaza — Sky Bar: cocktails and small plates until midnight.
- Park Inn: 24-hour bar; restaurant 06:00–22:00.
- Airport food court: open around the clock for passengers, useful before security or on a long layover.
Landing in the small hours
- Pre-book the shuttle. Comwell, Crowne Plaza and Park Inn shuttles run every 20–60 minutes; confirm the pickup point in writing.
- 24-hour reception is standard, with quiet check-in after midnight.
- Ask for a higher floor to dodge aircraft noise, which can carry on the lower floors even here.
- Order room service before you land if you’ll arrive after the kitchen closes.
- Reconfirm the morning shuttle the night before.
- Have a backup: a taxi from the CPH-area hotels runs roughly 150–200 DKK if the shuttle’s running late.
Conferences and meetings
This cluster exists mainly for business, and the venues line up accordingly:
- Bella Center: Copenhagen’s biggest exhibition venue, 5 minutes from the airport, where most major conferences land.
- Crowne Plaza: a 1,000-person conference centre built into the hotel.
- Clarion: eight meeting rooms, 8–300 capacity.
- Comwell Portside: a full-service conference floor.
- Hilton: multiple meeting rooms, handy for executive meetings between flights.
Airport hotel vs central + Metro, on cost
For a two-night stay before an early flight, the numbers tell the story (treat prices as approximate and check before booking):
| Option | Hotel cost | Transport cost | Total | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton CPH (2 nights) | 4,400 DKK | 0 DKK | 4,400 | 8-min walk to security |
| Comwell Portside (2 nights) | 2,800 DKK | 0 (shuttle) | 2,800 | 10-min shuttle |
| Wakeup Vesterbro (2 nights) + Metro | 1,800 DKK | 60 DKK (2x M2) | 1,860 | 13-min Metro ride |
| Cabinn Metro (2 nights) + Metro | 1,700 DKK | 60 DKK (2x M2) | 1,760 | 10-min Metro |
For most travel budgets, central plus Metro is dramatically cheaper. If cost is the deciding factor, start with our cheap hotels guide, and for how the M2 actually works see public transport in Copenhagen.
Frequently asked questions
Should I stay at a hotel near Copenhagen Airport?
For most tourists, no. The centre is 13 minutes away on the M2, with trains every 4–7 minutes around the clock, so you gain little by staying out here. The airport hotels earn their place with business travellers, layovers and flights before about 6am.
Which hotel is closest to the airport?
The Hilton, joined to the terminal by a covered walkway. The Clarion is a 5-minute walk. Both let you skip the shuttle entirely.
Is the Metro reliable for early flights?
Yes — the M2 runs 24/7, every 4–7 minutes by day and every 15–20 minutes between about 02:00 and 05:00. For flights before 06:00 the timing gets tight, which is exactly when an airport hotel earns its keep.
Are the airport hotels expensive?
They’re mid-range: Park Inn from around 1,200 DKK, Comwell from 1,400, Crowne Plaza 1,500, Clarion 1,800 and Hilton 2,200. Broadly in line with mid-range central hotels.
Do they have free shuttles?
Comwell Portside (every 20 min), Crowne Plaza (every 30 min) and Park Inn (hourly) all do. The Hilton and Clarion don’t need one — you’re within walking distance. Always confirm shuttle hours before you book.
Can I walk from the airport to a hotel?
Yes — to the Hilton (covered walkway) and the Clarion (5 minutes). The rest need a shuttle or taxi.
Are there hostels near the airport?
Not in the immediate area. The closest is Cabinn Metro, 10 minutes away by Metro, from around 850 DKK. For proper hostels look to the centre — Generator, Steel House and Urban House are all covered in our Copenhagen hostels guide.
How much is a taxi into the centre?
Roughly 250–350 DKK for the 25–30 minute drive. The M2 is about 30 DKK and faster at 13 minutes, so a taxi only really pays with heavy luggage, mobility needs or a group of four or more.
Are they good for layovers?
For 6–12 hours, yes. The Hilton (connected) and Clarion (5-minute walk) save the most transit time. For a shorter stop the airport’s own transit rooms and lounges may work out cheaper; for anything over 12 hours, head into the city.
Related reading
- Boutique hotels in Copenhagen — 12 owner-run stays reviewed by neighbourhood, style and who they suit.
- Luxury hotels in Copenhagen — the twelve five-star options, and which is worth the rate.
- The Airbnb rules here — the legal 70-night rule, best neighbourhoods, prices, and how to avoid dodgy listings.
- Hotels near Tivoli — the most walkable central base.
- The best family hotels.
- Where to stay for a first visit — central alternatives.
- Copenhagen Card review — it includes the airport Metro.
Final thoughts
The hotels near Copenhagen Airport solve a real problem — the pre-dawn flight, the midnight landing, the layover, the conference — and they solve it well. The Hilton and Clarion put you on foot from the terminal; Comwell, Crowne Plaza and Park Inn run free shuttles from 5–15 minutes out. But if you’re here for a couple of days of sightseeing, skip them: book somewhere central like Wakeup, Cabinn or Tivoli Hotel and take the 13-minute M2 out on departure morning. It’s faster, cheaper and a far nicer way to spend your trip.
Last updated: July 2026. Photo credits: images courtesy of copenhagentourism.org.
Photo Credits
- Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport: 20180518 Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Aiport 2211 (28398182688) by Jenny Andersson / News Øresund, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Comwell Copenhagen Portside: Comwell Copenhagen Portside 01 by Leif Jørgensen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Kongens Nytorv Metro entrance: Kongens Nytorv metro station by Daniel, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Comwell Copenhagen Portside: Comwell Copenhagen Portside 02 by Leif Jørgensen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
