Det Lille

We arrived in Odense without a plan at 17 and needed somewhere for the night. I spoke to Jens by phone at 18, and he was so helpful and kind. The room was lovely and clean, with two single beds. It’s simple, but there’s a good breakfast, a self-service kitchen, and toilets and showers down the hall. Everything felt cozy and quiet right in the middle of the city, and the price was totally fair. Thank you, I’ll recommend it.

The location is great, on the edge of the city center, and the rooms are nicely furnished with acceptable mattresses. The bathrooms look recently renovated, and they’re modern and tidy. There are only two for seven rooms, though, so mornings and evenings can mean queues. The self-service breakfast is fine, but the small, narrow kitchen often gets crowded. People tend to give dishes only a rough wash and handle food straight from packets, which feels unhygienic. The courtyard parking entrance is extremely narrow and not manageable with a mid-range car. Noise was the biggest issue for us: the walls let voices and sounds through, the wooden floors creak under every footstep, and nights were often loud. Rooms near the bathrooms were especially prone to waking us up repeatedly.

The owner was friendly and the price was decent. This B&B is right in the heart of Odense, with a tiny shared kitchen and two shared bathrooms. Once you’re okay with that setup, it’s just fine. Sound carries easily through the building, so bring earplugs, keep your door shut, and keep your voice down.

Dorte was a graceful, caring host, and the house was well kept and decorated. The room was spacious, and the location is good, about a 10-minute walk from the train station. There are only stairs, so you may need to do some lifting with a suitcase. Breakfast costs extra, but fruit, coffee, and tea are available all day at no charge. A very enjoyable stay. I’d love to come back.