{
  "id": 12650790,
  "title": "The Kaare Klint building refashioned as Copenhagen’s coolest new hotel",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/the-kaare-klint-building-refashioned-as-copenhagens-coolest-new-hotel",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-07T15:07:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "City AM",
    "slug": "city-am",
    "url": "https://www.cityam.com/the-kaare-klint-building-refashioned-as-copenhagens-coolest-new-hotel/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hotel Petra, a new hotel in Copenhagen, recently opened its doors in June to coincide with the city's 3-day design festival. This hotel is a collaboration between Danish design powerhouse &Tradition and the iconic 1940s building designed by Kaare Klint, the architect known as the father of modern Danish design. Klint's minimalist chic aesthetic has been given a new lease of life through the refurbishment of the building, with its original walls repainted to complement the hotel's modern furniture.\n\n&Tradition, the brand behind Hotel Petra, took a different approach to the renovation than most hotels would take. Instead of starting from scratch, they worked with the existing structure of the building. Hannah Jordan, Petra's head of spatial design, emphasized the importance of preserving the building's original character while creating a space that feels comfortable and liveable for today's travelers. The rooms are kept small due to the central location of the hotel, but are meticulously furnished with features such as bedside lights with multiple settings for reading, working, or sleeping, wardrobes that fit perfectly into their designated alcoves, and bathrooms that are fitted to exact specifications.\n\nThe lobby of Hotel Petra is bright and open, with an in-house bar that feels cozy and inviting. The same space also houses a restaurant that operates from morning to night, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists. The hotel's commitment to creating a sense of home is apparent in its design and attention to detail, though some may find it too polished and showy.\n\nDespite its elegant and comfortable atmosphere, Hotel Petra doesn't shy away from showcasing Copenhagen's vibrant food scene. The restaurant in the hotel offers a range of dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with a particular focus on traditional Danish flavors. Nearby, Bæst in Nørrebro is known for its cured meats, fresh cheeses, and unique pizza dough, while Fiskebar in the Meatpacking District offers fresh oysters, indulgent lobster, and precisely cooked fish. For vegetarian diners, Baka d'Busk, a vegetarian bistro run by six childhood friends, offers a creative and flavorful take on plant-based cuisine, complete with complimentary vodka shots. Room rates at Hotel Petra start at 1500 DKK (£175) per night. For more information or to book a room, visit the hotel's website.",
  "summary": "Hotel Petra opened its doors last June, timed to coincide with Copenhagen’s 3daysofdesign festival. For three days, this annual showcase transforms the capital into a temporary showroom, making the collaboration with Petra particularly fitting, given it’s a project from Danish design powerhouse &Tradition, which has been trading showrooms for guestrooms as it raises its ambitions [...]",
  "key_points": [
    "Hotel Petra opened in June, aligning with Copenhagen's design festival",
    "Danish design firm &Tradition collaborated with Klint's 1940s building",
    "Rooms are small but meticulously furnished with modern amenities"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}