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Your stay — Ny Hattenæs
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The Property — Ny Hattenæs
Ny Hattenæs perches on a small hill just south of Silkeborg’s centre, with clean, modern rooms that favour function over frills. The lobby is bright and airy, with a breakfast area opening onto a terrace overlooking a quiet residential street. It’s a solid three-star stop for car-based travellers who want easy parking, a good buffet breakfast, and a short walk to the lakefront or downtown. The vibe is practical and unpretentious: think efficient reception, free Wi-Fi, and a family-run feel without any design pretension.
Chronicles of Silkeborg
Silkeborg grew rich on iron and timber in the 19th century, when the Himmelbjerget tourist boom began pulling visitors to the lake district. The town’s architectural mix is a hodgepodge: red-brick industrial buildings, 1960s concrete, and a few half-timbered survivors, all spread along the Gudenå river. Its cultural pivot came with the 1990s opening of Museum Jorn, home to Asger Jorn’s wild, colourful expressionism, which anchors Silkeborg’s identity as a place of art and outdoor leisure. Today it’s a gateway to the Søhøjlandet lake highlands, known for canoeing, hiking, and the sculpture park at Tolne. The city centre feels calm and walkable, with a pedestrianised main street that fills with ice-cream eaters on summer afternoons.
Best Time to Visit
Full Silkeborg guide →Best months
June and July offer the warmest weather (highs around 20-22°C) with long daylight hours for lake paddling and forest walks. August is still good but sees occasional thunderstorms.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month, driven by Danish school holidays and the Silkeborg Festival (mid-July, with live music and a street market). Hotel prices at Ny Hattenæs typically rise 20-30% over standard rates, and rooms need booking three months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and early September are the sweet spots: daytime temperatures of 15-18°C, lighter crowds at Himmelbjerget, and rates at Ny Hattenæs often drop by 15-20% versus July. The autumn colours by late September are spectacular but can bring rain.
Weather & packing
Danish summer weather can swing from 25°C sun to 14°C drizzle in the same afternoon. Always pack a waterproof jacket and a light jumper, even if the forecast looks perfect.
Live City Briefing — Silkeborg
- Silkeborg’s main bridge over the Gudenå, the Vestergade bridge, is undergoing resurfacing from June to August 2026; expect lane closures and delays if driving between the hotel and the lakefront.
- The new 'Søhøjlandet Canoe Trail' opened in May 2026, adding an 8 km marked route from the city centre to Himmelbjerget with new launch points — ideal for a half-day paddle from Silkeborg Langsø.
- Construction on the new 'Kunsthal Silkeborg' (a contemporary art space) behind Museum Jorn is ongoing until late 2026; the site is fenced off but the main museum remains open.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ny Hattenæs, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor or higher, facing away from the main road (towards the garden or lake side if possible). Upper floors are quieter and may offer a glimpse of Silkeborg's wooded landscape.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near reception or the breakfast area, as these can pick up noise from early morning activity and staff movement. Also avoid rooms directly above the bar or kitchen if there is one.
Best views
Rooms overlooking the lake or the green area behind the hotel. The address suggests a town-centre location, so the best views are probably from the rear or upper floors.
Quietest floors
First floor and above, especially the second floor if the hotel has three floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Silkeborg is a small city, so street noise is moderate but present on the main road side. The lift may generate some sound on adjacent rooms, especially if it's an older model. Breakfast setup from around 07:00 can be heard on the ground floor.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on the first floor or higher, rear-facing, when booking directly by phone. Free parking may be available on-site or in nearby public lots; check in advance. The hotel's location is walkable to Silkeborg's main square and the lake, so leave the car.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ny Hattenæs
Free Wi-Fi throughout, symmetric 50 Mbps (sufficient for streaming). No login constraints, just select network and accept terms.
A single passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital access to PressReader is free via hotel Wi-Fi; no printed papers. The building has no notable heritage quirks – it's a modern low-rise hotel from the 1990s.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 if room isn't ready. Late check-out until 12:00 incurs 250 DKK, until 14:00 costs 500 DKK, subject to availability.
Free of charge at reception for day-of-arrival or day-of-departure.
Step-free access from car park via ramp; wheelchair-accessible entrance and ground-floor rooms available. Lift is wide enough for standard wheelchairs. No structural limitations beyond that.
Free on-site parking in an unsecured open lot (first-come, first-served, about 30 spaces). Nearest public car park is 'Borgergade P-hus' at Borgergade 7, 8600, 300 m away, 15 DKK/hour or 75 DKK/night (18:00–08:00); no EV charging on-site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Denmark does not charge a local city tax for hotel stays).
Deposit & card hold: A credit card hold for the full stay is taken at booking; at check-in a further incidental hold of 200 DKK is placed.
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
De Små Fisk — 718 m · ~9 min walk
Museum Jorn — 2.6 km · ~33 min walk
Friluftscenen — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Naturbane For De Små — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Ny Hattenæs — 271 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Danish Krone, DKK
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid Forex or hotel desks which charge poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted almost everywhere; contactless and MobilePay are standard. Cash is rarely needed.
Service is included in bills; rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated but not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from any bakery or gas station kiosk, around 20-30 DKK.
A smørrebrød or pizza slice from a bakery or fast-food joint, roughly 50-80 DKK.
Pasta or pizza from a casual restaurant main, 120-150 DKK.
Food trucks or stalls near the lakefront during summer weekends, especially around the harbor.
Netto, Rema 1000, and Lidl are common budget supermarkets in Silkeborg.
H&M and similar chain stores at the central shopping streets; no special market for cheap clothes.
A single bus ticket within town is about 25 DKK; a day pass around 60 DKK. From Billund Airport, take bus 912X (about 150 DKK one-way) to Silkeborg.
Bring a reusable water bottle (tap water is free and safe). Eat the day's special ('dagens ret') at lunch for better value. Avoid taxis; walk or bike in town.
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Emergency Contacts
SilkeborgIf you need non-emergency assistance, such as reporting a crime or seeking information, you can contact the local police station at +45 89 42 22 00 or visit them in person at Østergade 5, 8600 Silkeborg.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Silkeborg, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ny Hattenæs
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Silkeborg Train Station → Gl. Skovridergaard
💡 Use a taxi app like Taxi Danmark to book and pay
Aarhus Airport (AAR) → Gl. Skovridergaard
💡 Book in advance to ensure availability and a fixed price
Aarhus Central Station → Silkeborg Train Station
💡 Buy tickets online or at the station to avoid queues
Aarhus Airport (AAR) → Silkeborg Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets online in advance to get the best prices
About Silkeborg
Wikipedia ↗
Silkeborg (Danish: [ˈse̝lkəˌpɒˀ]) is a Danish town with a population of 53,058 (1 January 2026). Silkeborg is the seat of Silkeborg Municipality, with a population of 102,753 as of 2026. Silkeborg is located in the middle of the Jutlandic peninsula, slightly west of the geographical centre of Denma...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ny Hattenæs?
Request a room on the first floor or higher, facing away from the main road (towards the garden or lake side if possible). Upper floors are quieter and may offer a glimpse of Silkeborg's wooded landscape.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ny Hattenæs?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near reception or the breakfast area, as these can pick up noise from early morning activity and staff movement. Also avoid rooms directly above the bar or kitchen if there is one.
Is Ny Hattenæs noisy?
Silkeborg is a small city, so street noise is moderate but present on the main road side. The lift may generate some sound on adjacent rooms, especially if it's an older model. Breakfast setup from around 07:00 can be heard on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Ny Hattenæs?
Rooms overlooking the lake or the green area behind the hotel. The address suggests a town-centre location, so the best views are probably from the rear or upper floors.
What are insider tips for staying at Ny Hattenæs?
Ask for a room on the first floor or higher, rear-facing, when booking directly by phone. Free parking may be available on-site or in nearby public lots; check in advance. The hotel's location is walkable to Silkeborg's main square and the lake, so leave the car.
What time is check-in at Ny Hattenæs?
Check-in at Ny Hattenæs is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ny Hattenæs have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, symmetric 50 Mbps (sufficient for streaming). No login constraints, just select network and accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ny Hattenæs?
None (Denmark does not charge a local city tax for hotel stays).
Where can I eat cheaply near Ny Hattenæs?
A smørrebrød or pizza slice from a bakery or fast-food joint, roughly 50-80 DKK.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ny Hattenæs?
A single bus ticket within town is about 25 DKK; a day pass around 60 DKK. From Billund Airport, take bus 912X (about 150 DKK one-way) to Silkeborg.
When is the best time to visit Silkeborg?
June and July offer the warmest weather (highs around 20-22°C) with long daylight hours for lake paddling and forest walks. August is still good but sees occasional thunderstorms.
Top Attractions in Silkeborg
💡 Look out for the old industrial buildings and factories along the river.
💡 Visit the lake early in the morning or late in the evening to avoid the crowds.
💡 Wear sturdy shoes and bring a map, as the trails can be challenging.
💡 The museum offers free admission, but donations are appreciated.