Best Family Hotels in Odense, Denmark
Updated 13 November 2026 · 60 real hotels
Odense is a compact, walkable city that makes family travel genuinely easy, with fairy-tale museums, open-air parks, and child-friendly attractions clustered near the historic centre. Apartments and B&Bs in and around the city offer the extra space families need, at a range of price points. Options within striking distance of the Funen coast also let families combine a city break with seaside time.
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Family Stays in Odense: Space, Location and What to Expect
Odense, the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, is one of Denmark's most rewarding cities for a family visit. The H.C. Andersen Museum, the open-air Den Fynske Landsby (Funen Village), and Odense Zoo are all reachable on foot or by a short tram or bus ride from the city centre, which means less time in transit and more time actually exploring. The city is flat and well served by cycling infrastructure, so families who want to get around by bike will find it straightforward even with younger children.
When choosing where to stay, the key factors for families are typically space, a practical location relative to the main sights, and proximity to everyday amenities such as supermarkets. Whole apartments give families a kitchen and separate sleeping areas, which can make a real difference for multi-night stays, especially with toddlers or early risers. The options below range from central Odense apartments to coastal retreats on the Faaborg coastline, roughly an hour south, for families who want to extend their trip into the quieter Funen countryside.
Our selection in Odense
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Person Holiday Home in Bogense ★★ | Appartement entier | ★ 4 | 59 €/nuit |
| Kragsbjerggaard Vandrerhjem ★★★ | Odense | ★ 4.3 | 68 €/nuit |
| Gertruds Petit Hotel ★★ | Odense | ★ 4.2 | 70 €/nuit |
| Villa Søndervang ★★★ | — | ★ 3.3 | 72 €/nuit |
| Milling Hotel Mini 11 ★★ | Odense | ★ 3.7 | 75 €/nuit |
| Milling Hotel Mini 19 ★★ | Odense | ★ 3.8 | 78 €/nuit |
| First Camp Bogense City Fyn ★★★★ | — | ★ 4 | 82 €/nuit |
| Amalie B&B Apartments ★★★★ | Odense | ★ 4.5 | 84 €/nuit |
| CABINN Odense Hotel ★★★ | Odense | ★ 4 | 86 €/nuit |
| Hotel Assens ★★★ | — | ★ 3.9 | 92 €/nuit |
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Frequently asked questions
Which neighbourhoods in and around Odense work best for families?+
The historic city centre keeps the main family attractions, the H.C. Andersen Museum and Den Fynske Landsby, within easy walking or cycling distance. Odense NV is a quieter residential area slightly north-west of the centre, well connected by public transport and generally calmer for families with young children. If you are happy to hire a car or drive, the Faaborg area on the south Funen coast adds beach access and rural surroundings to your stay, roughly 45 to 60 minutes from central Odense.
What types of accommodation are available for families in this selection?+
The list includes several whole apartments, which give families their own kitchen, living space, and flexibility around meal times. Old Town Stay is a whole apartment in the city centre, while the Bohemian Apartment in Faaborg and the 4 Person Holiday Park Home in Faaborg are coastal self-catering options suited to families of up to four. Spangsgaard Bed and Breakfast in Odense NV and Munkebo Kro offer a more traditional hospitality format with breakfast typically included, which can simplify mornings with children. Skærven Beachfront Apartments and Åløkke Apartment add beachfront and apartment options for families who prioritise outdoor space.
What is the price range for family accommodation in Odense and around Funen?+
Among the options listed, nightly rates start at around 98 euros at Spangsgaard Bed and Breakfast and reach 200 euros at Skærven Beachfront Apartments. Whole apartments in the city centre, such as Old Town Stay at 102 euros per night, can represent good value for families because a kitchen reduces the need to eat every meal at a restaurant. Coastal properties like the 4 Person Holiday Park Home in Faaborg at 125 euros per night are priced competitively for self-catering with dedicated sleeping space for four.
Are there family-friendly activities near these accommodation options?+
Odense city centre is home to Odense Zoo, one of Denmark's most visited, as well as the H.C. Andersen childhood home and the larger H.C. Andersen Museum, which opened in a redesigned format in 2021. Den Fynske Landsby, an open-air folk museum on the southern edge of the city, is particularly popular with children who enjoy hands-on and outdoor settings. Families staying in the Faaborg area on the south Funen coast gain easy access to quiet beaches, the Faaborg Fjord, and several small islands reachable by ferry, making it a good base for combining nature and culture.