Frommer's Review
Changes are in the air, so what we say here is not written in stone. Opened in 1910 and declared a historic landmark in 1985, the Palace Hotel has been a respite for countless camera-shy celebrities. Although the hotel has tried to keep abreast of the times, it's no longer the front-runner it once was (that distinction now belongs to other recommended hotels, including the Kong Frederik and the Angleterre). That will change, however, during the lifetime of this edition, thanks to an ongoing renovation that will soon bring the hotel from government-rated four- to five-star status. The transformation of the accommodations had already begun in the fall of 2006, with the opening of "The Night Wing," with all new interiors, carpets, draperies, and plumbing. The decor in this wing is individually designed, and, as its name suggests, inspired by the "mystical hues of night." The other contemporary-looking rooms are attractively furnished in an updated version of the Danish modern style -- elegant, simple, and comfortable. Most bathrooms are cramped, but they do have tub/shower combos. The best rooms are on the top floor, away from street noise. If you're assigned a room on floors two or three, you are still in luck -- they have high ceilings and tasteful furnishings and appointments. Notice the soaring tower associated with this hotel -- it rivals that of Town Hall, which lies almost immediately next door. The reception-desk staff is especially helpful in arranging for theater tickets, tours, and transportation. Be careful not to confuse this hotel, by the way, with the Sofitel Plaza Hotel, which is a radically different entity somewhat closer to the railway station. It's an easy error to make, and one with which the desk staff is all too familiar.
Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; 24-hour room service; massage; babysitting; laundry service; dry cleaning; nonsmoking rooms
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without
notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before
planning your trip.
