Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
SANDERS IN COPENHAGEN NAMED THE BEST CITY HOTEL IN SCANDINAVIA IN THE 2024 EDITION OF TRAVEL + LEISURE'S WORLD'S BEST
July 9, 2024 - In 2017, the renowned Danish ballet dancer, Alexander Kølpin, created Copenhagen’s first luxury boutique hotel - Sanders. The design was inspired by his personal experience and travels. He brings a refined aesthetic sensibility and ideology to the property which is deeply rooted in his creative history. Nestled in the historic center on a quiet neighborhood street, directly behind the Royal Danish Theatre, the property was a former hotspot for the city’s cultural cognoscenti in the 1970-80’s. Today Alexander continues that legacy in an entirely new era. Sanders is proud and honored to have been named Travel + Leisure 2024 World’s Best - #1 City Hotel in Scandinavia. The awards are an essential, trusted source for inspiration and guidance as travelers make plans to set out on trips around the globe recognizing the top hotels, islands, cities, cruise lines, airlines, spas, and more around the globe, based on the results of the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Readers’ Survey.
This recognition is a powerful testament to the guest experience, as the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards is a leading barometer of the places and companies that satisfy some of the most passionate and discerning travelers out there now. Each year, the readers of T+L — the largest travel media brand in the United States — share their thoughts on destinations, hotels, resorts, spas, airlines, cruise lines, tour operators, rental-car agencies, and more, including, for the first time, added trains and luxury villa rental companies. Hotels are rated on their facilities, location, service, food, and overall value.
“We are honored to have won this award being recognized as the Best City Hotel in all of Scandinavia this year. Thanks to the team who have put their heart and soul into making this happen," says Alexander Kølpin, Owner.
Comprised of 55 luxurious rooms each are singular in their style and design. A variety of accommodations have been created to suit the needs of every guest. Single rooms are inspired from a bygone era of luxury train cabins where guests will find comfort and luxury within the intimate space. At the opposite end of the spectrum, Sanders Suites offer the utmost in privacy and are generously spacious with separate lounge seating.
"Entering Sanders is like stepping into a theatre. Guests will always remain center stage, but the scenography and carefully curated interiors will be the elegant and exquisite backdrop for their experience. The passion, generosity and professionalism of our staff will orchestrate the production to provide a memorable experience for our guests," says Kølpin.
TATA
TATA is a playful, at times decadent and intimate bar, serving the best classic cocktails in a setting that offers a touch of vintage with a big dose of charm. Admission to this show is free where you can either choose to take a starring role, or simply sit back and people watch as locals, globals and Copenhagen's creatives mingle.
THE KITCHEN
The Sanders Kitchen is an all-day dining spot where breakfast is served for hotel guests. Transforming for lunch it becomes an unpretentious hangout for guests and locals alike. In the evenings, you’ll find an uncomplicated menu based on fresh produce gathered from the morning markets in the city and specialty food items from further afield. The carefully curated wine selection has been chosen from favorite winemakers and vineyards to satisfy a variety of palates
Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2024 is featured in the August 2024 issue of Travel + Leisure and includes a link to the full World's Best Awards 2024 survey results of Nordic hotels of which Sanders is Scandinavia City Hotels Winner!
KOLPIN HOTELS
The foundation of Kolpin Hotels is based on a passion for architecture, design and the delivery of an exceptional personal experience for guests – creating a strong lifestyle brand. The intention is to offer a type of quiet luxury, maintaining the feeling of a private home, in a place with a strong sense of history and locale. To date, this has been successfully accomplished at one of Denmark’s most stylish beach hotel – Helenekilde Badehotel. This same sensibility is now being applied to the Sanders in Copenhagen. The intent is to keep a homey feeling, yet transform it slightly to the level of sophistication for a cosmopolitan European capital. Matching a city environment, Sanders will be considerably more refined in style, yet offer the same quiet luxury found in the beachside hotels. For the future, the intention is to establish authentic and unique boutique hotels in Denmark and internationally that respect a high level of aesthetics and services.
LOCATION
Situated in the historic center of Copenhagen, just behind the Nyhavn Canal, guests are a stroll away from the royal residences of Amalienborg Palace, the old stage of the Royal Theatre, Christiansborg Palace and the Royal Danish Opera. Lining the neighborhood’s cobbled lanes, guests will find countless quality restaurants, contemporary art galleries, museums and world class shopping. The hotel will create genuine experiences both within the hotel walls and around Copenhagen.
Sanders is located at Tordenskjoldsgade 15, 1055 København K, Denmark. For further information please email info@hotelsanders.com or visit our website at www.hotelsanders.com call +45 46 40 00 40. Follow us on Instagram @HotelSanders.
Kolpin Contacts: Alexander Kolpin, owner, ak@kolpinhotels.com or Karim Nielsen, CEO, Kani@kolpinhotels.com
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