Hotel Lisboa, Frederikshavn
Cozy, family-run base on Frederikshavn’s quiet southern edge, blending simple comfort, honest Danish cooking and easy access to forest, shoreline and Bangsbo.
Set in the southern outskirts of Frederikshavn, Hotel Lisboa is a cozy, family-run hotel and restaurant within easy reach of both forest and Kattegat shore. With 32 bright, homey rooms in a separate low-rise wing, a relaxed dining room serving Danish classics, and a sheltered garden courtyard, it works equally well as a base for exploring North Jutland and as a peaceful overnight stop between ferries.
A brief summary to Hotel Lisboa
- Søndergade 248, Frederikshavn, 9900, DK
- +4598422133
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 24 hours
- Mid ranged
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Mixed
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
Local tips
- Request a ground-floor room if you like stepping straight outside; many open directly onto small terraces facing the courtyard or greenery.
- Plan at least one evening meal in the on-site restaurant to try traditional Danish dishes without having to head back into town.
- Bring walking shoes or a light jacket; paths toward the beach and Bangsbo area are close by and ideal for breezy morning or sunset strolls.
- If you have an early ferry, let reception know in advance; staff can advise on timing and breakfast options before you depart.
- Ask at reception for maps and ideas for day trips around North Jutland, from Bangsbo Fort viewpoints to coastal drives and nearby beaches.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Hotel Lisboa location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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Cold Weather
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Hot Weather
Discover more about Hotel Lisboa
A family-run hideaway on Frederikshavn’s southern edge
Hotel Lisboa sits just south of Frederikshavn’s center, tucked between residential streets, coastal woodland and the broad Kattegat shoreline. The low, white buildings have the feel of a countryside inn more than a city hotel, with simple gabled roofs, neat hedges and flags fluttering on breezy days. It is close enough to town and ferry links to be practical, yet far enough away that nights are quiet and the air smells of sea and pine. Step inside and the atmosphere is informal and homey. This is a family-run place, and that sense of continuity shows in the personal touches: fresh flowers by the entrance, local brochures spread out in the lounge, and staff who tend to greet guests more like returning neighbors than anonymous check-ins.Rooms designed for calm and simplicity
The 32 double rooms are housed in a separate wing, giving the accommodation area a calm, almost retreat-like character. Each room is compact and bright, with large windows that pull in the soft North Jutland light. Pale walls, simple wooden furniture and practical storage keep the look unfussy, prioritizing comfort over showy design. All rooms come with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs, and Wi‑Fi is available for planning the next leg of your journey. On the ground floor, doors open directly to small outdoor areas, so you can step from your room into the fresh coastal air. On quieter evenings you might hear little more than distant traffic and wind in the nearby trees.Honest Danish cooking in the house restaurant
At the heart of Hotel Lisboa is its restaurant, an inviting space where dark wood, soft lighting and sturdy tables set the tone for straightforward Danish cooking. Breakfasts typically lean traditional: breads, cold cuts, cheeses, boiled eggs, cereals and hot dishes that fuel a day of travel or sightseeing. Coffee, tea and juices flow steadily as guests ease into the morning. In the evening the kitchen focuses on well-prepared à la carte plates and familiar, comforting fare. Expect dishes inspired by classic Danish home cooking alongside more contemporary plates, with an emphasis on hearty, satisfying flavors rather than elaborate presentation. It is the kind of dining room where you can happily linger over a second cup of coffee or a final glass before turning in.Between forest paths, coastline and Bangsbo’s heritage
One of the hotel’s biggest assets is what surrounds it. A short walk takes you toward the water, where the Kattegat shore offers breezy strolls and big skies. Just inland, the Bangsbo area unfolds in a patchwork of beech forest, streams, historic farmsteads and viewpoints. Trails weave through the trees to old estates and up toward the hills around Bangsbo Fort, where remnants of coastal defenses overlook Frederikshavn and the sea. For travelers with more time, the hotel works well as a base for exploring further afield in North Jutland: from broad beaches and sand dunes to small fishing harbors and wind-swept viewpoints. Yet it also serves the simple purpose of a restful pause between ferry crossings, road journeys and rail connections.A practical stopover with a gentle pace
Beyond its surroundings, Hotel Lisboa is shaped by ease and practicality. Free outdoor parking, a straightforward layout and ground-level access to many rooms make arrival uncomplicated. There is space to exhale in the small garden and outdoor seating areas, where on sunny days guests read, chat or simply watch the changing light over the rooftops. The overall rhythm here is unhurried. Whether you are an overnight guest with an early ferry or staying several days to see more of Vendsyssel, the hotel’s combination of modest comfort, honest food and quiet location encourages you to slow down, breathe in the coastal air and let North Jutland set the pace.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Frederikshavn Sogn
1.6 km
A grand Romanesque church and living parish at the heart of a North Jutland port town, where seafaring history, sacred art and everyday Danish life meet.
Fisketorvet
2.3 km
A modest central square in Frederikshavn where everyday small-town life, summer tourist hosts and a hint of maritime character quietly meet by the harbor.
Port of Frederikshavn
2.5 km
A deep-water working harbour where ferries, shipyards and offshore giants share the waterfront, shaping the maritime heart of Frederikshavn.
Frederikshavn Church
2.6 km
Frederikshavn’s red-brick landmark church, blending National Romantic architecture, a Michael Ancher altarpiece and war graves into one evocative town centre stop.
Frederikshavn St.
2.7 km
Compact, coastal rail terminus linking Frederikshavn’s harbor, ferries and town center, and a relaxed stepping stone to beaches, bunkers and northern Jutland landscapes.
Cafe' Feen
3.1 km
Aalborg’s beloved Kildeparken blends music, art, and green tranquility, offering a vibrant escape in the city center for relaxation, exploration, and community events.
Bunker Ved Palmestranden
4.7 km
Second World War bunkers half-buried in the dunes behind Frederikshavn’s palm-lined city beach, blending coastal history with a relaxed seaside setting.
Mindesten for Laurits Thomsen
8.5 km
A modest roadside stone in rural Vendsyssel, the Mindesten for Laurits Thomsen quietly links a single life story with the open fields and farm roads of Gærum.
The Lady From The Sea
9.6 km
A towering harbour figurehead where Ibsen’s sea‑bound heroine, medieval Mary and hundreds of children’s symbols merge into one evocative coastal landmark.
Mindesten for Klitplantør Thygeson
32.8 km
A modest granite stone in Skagen Klitplantage honouring the dune inspector who planted millions of pines and transformed the shifting sands south of Skagen.
Kiosk v / The Buried Church
32.9 km
Delve into Esbjerg’s evolution from coastal hamlet to harbor city at this immersive museum, blending archaeology, wartime history, and lifelike local scenes in Denmark’s West Jutland.
Skagen Havn
33.1 km
A bustling North Sea harbour where fishing fleets, cruise liners and a cosy marina meet under Skagen’s famous northern light.
Enjoy Skagen
33.7 km
Esbjerg Museum reveals the city’s story through immersive exhibits on maritime legacy, archaeology, and daily life—offering an interactive journey into Danish west coast history.
Galleri Bo
33.9 km
Explore Denmark's vibrant west coast heritage at Esbjerg Museum, where local history, archaeology, and immersive exhibits bring Esbjerg's dramatic story to life.
Skagen Station
34.2 km
Denmark's northernmost railway station, where historic yellow architecture meets the gateway to two seas.
Unmissable attractions to see
Pikkerbakken
0.6 km
Forest-framed hilltop with a striking airwalk, sweeping Kattegat views and quiet wartime relics above the harbor town of Frederikshavn.
Bangsbo Botaniske Have
0.9 km
Denmark's premier botanical garden where English-style elegance meets Northern Europe's largest alpine crevice garden.
Boolsens Stenhave
1.0 km
A quiet stone garden in Frederikshavn where an author’s lifelong passion for geology now unfolds as an open-air story of ice, rock, and deep time.
Mindesten for V. VANGSTED
1.1 km
Explore the harmonious blend of art and nature at Skovhuset, Frederikshavn's cultural gem.
Kystmuseet Bangsbo
1.1 km
Historic Bangsbo manor turned coastal museum, where medieval ships, wartime stories and a 1900s cultural salon meet in lush parkland on Frederikshavn’s edge.
Bangsbo Fort - Bunkermuseum
1.2 km
Hilltop World War II and Cold War fortress overlooking Frederikshavn and the Kattegat, with panoramic views, bunker explorations and immersive coastal history.
Skovhuset
1.3 km
Rustic forest house in Bangsbo Dyrehave where woodland, deer and open-fire meals create a quietly atmospheric escape just outside Frederikshavn.
Gravplads fra jernalderen
2.2 km
Wander a forested hillside near Frederikshavn where 62 Iron Age burial mounds, stone banks and hidden cellars quietly reveal over a thousand years of rural Danish life.
Triaden sculpture
2.2 km
Discover Mindesten in Frederikshavn: A serene memorial honoring local history amidst beautifully landscaped gardens.
Tordenskjold statue
2.3 km
Experience the harmonious blend of art and nature at Skovhuset, Frederikshavn's cultural gem.
Mindesmærke for Scandinavian
2.3 km
A solemn granite memorial on Frederikshavn’s harbourfront, commemorating the 159 lives lost in the 1990 Scandinavian Star ferry fire beside the waters they once crossed.
Frihedsmonumentet
2.6 km
Frihedsmonumentet is a tranquil memorial park in Frederikshavn, honoring Danish resistance and World War II victims in a peaceful, central garden beside the main church.
Krudttårnet
2.6 km
A 17th‑century gunpowder tower turned harbourfront museum, where naval history, bold engineering and Frederikshavn’s maritime story meet in one compact landmark.
Mindesten
2.7 km
A modest granite memorial on Frederikshavn’s church square, Mindesten quietly commemorates Denmark’s World War II liberation and invites a moment of reflection.
Frederikshavn Kunstmuseum
2.7 km
Small in scale but rich in ideas, Frederikshavn Kunstmuseum og Exlibrissamling fuses contemporary art, ex libris treasures and a lively cultural calendar in one intimate venue.
Essential places to dine
Hotel Lisboa
0.0 km
Cozy, family-run base on Frederikshavn’s quiet southern edge, blending simple comfort, honest Danish cooking and easy access to forest, shoreline and Bangsbo.
Møllehuset - Restaurant i Bangsbo
0.6 km
Nordic fine dining where forest, stream, and seasonal cuisine create unforgettable moments in nature.
KFUMs Soldaterhjem i Danmark
0.7 km
Homely soldiers’ canteen and community house in Frederikshavn, serving hearty Danish meals and quiet companionship beside the local barracks.
Restaurant NerD
0.9 km
Modern Nordic cooking and harbour classics served with sweeping views over Frederikshavn Marina and the Kattegat, in a relaxed, design-forward waterfront setting.
Skippers Grill
1.1 km
Unpretentious chicken and grill bar on Søndergade serving hearty Danish fast-food classics, generous portions and easy takeaway in central Frederikshavn.
Centergrillen
1.7 km
Casual grill bar meets Asian-inspired takeaway in a no-fuss Frederikshavn neighborhood favorite, serving hearty portions from lunchtime through the evening.
Samgor
1.9 km
Straightforward sushi and Asian comfort food in central Frederikshavn, balancing generous portions, friendly pricing and a strong takeaway focus for everyday dining.
La Vida Cafe Restaurant Pizza Pasta Place
2.0 km
Italian-American dining hub in Frederikshavn's center with pizzas, pastas, burgers, and Mediterranean fare for every taste.
WE MEAT Burger - Frederikshavn
2.1 km
Casual, central and comfort-focused, WE MEAT Burger serves hearty burgers, fried chicken and indulgent sides for easy-going evening meals in Frederikshavn.
Madbaren no 13
2.1 km
Intimate Frederikshavn gastropub pairing relaxed social dining with a standout selection of specialty beers in a warm, living-room-style setting.
Moby Dick
2.1 km
Hearty Danish comfort food with a maritime twist in the heart of Frederikshavn, where generous plates and warm lighting create a cozy harbor-side evening.
2takt Café & Brasserie
2.1 km
Historic industrial space reimagined as a refined Scandinavian brasserie with exceptional dietary inclusivity.
Bone's Frederikshavn
2.2 km
Harborfront American BBQ and hearty comfort food with a salad bar, soft-ice and plenty of space for families, groups and hungry travelers in Frederikshavn.
Bai Sheng
2.2 km
Interactive Mongolian BBQ and sushi buffet where chefs grill your selections before your eyes.
Hotel Jutlandia
2.2 km
Waterfront landmark hotel overlooking ferries and the Kattegat, steps from shops and the train station.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Danmission Op Shop
1.5 km
Charity-driven thrift shop in central Frederikshavn, where changing shelves of second-hand finds turn everyday shopping into a sustainable treasure hunt for a good cause.
Frederikshavn Bazar
1.9 km
Compact international supermarket in Frederikshavn’s pedestrian heart, stocking global staples, spices and snacks with a no-fuss, everyday local atmosphere.
LePac
2.0 km
Cosy central Frederikshavn florist and gift shop, blending fresh seasonal bouquets with curated decorative presents for easy, thoughtful gifting in Søndergade.
Zoey
2.2 km
Sophisticated plus-size fashion celebrating curves and confident style in Denmark's north.
dansk Frederikshavn
2.2 km
Harborfront, budget-friendly clothing store in Frederikshavn, stocking practical styles for babies, kids, tweens, women and men under one bright, efficient roof.
INTERSPORT Frederikshavn
2.2 km
Central Frederikshavn sports store for footwear, clothing and gear tailored to Danish weather, everyday training, family activities and active coastal holidays.
SOLO - Frederikshavn
2.2 km
Compact, contemporary women’s fashion on Frederikshavn’s main pedestrian street, ideal for a relaxed browse between cafés, errands and harbor strolls.
Tøjeksperten
2.3 km
Premium men's fashion with 365-day exchanges and seamless online integration in central Frederikshavn.
Kop & Kande
2.3 km
A cosy central Frederikshavn homeware store where Danish design, practical kitchen tools and ready-to-wrap gifts make an easy, everyday stop during your town wander.
Rosenborg SHE
2.3 km
Intimate women’s fashion and footwear boutique on Søndergade, offering wearable Scandinavian style in the heart of Frederikshavn’s cozy shopping streets.
Butik NEXT
2.3 km
A curated second-hand boutique in the heart of Frederikshavn, where Scandinavian style, sustainable fashion and relaxed browsing come together on Rimmensgade.
Deres Collection
2.3 km
Modern women’s fashion in a relaxed Nordic boutique, set in the walkable shopping streets of central Frederikshavn.
Knud E
2.3 km
Long-established Frederikshavn womenswear boutique offering Scandinavian-inspired fashion, quality outerwear and warm, personal service in the heart of Danmarksgade.
Flying Tiger Copenhagen
2.3 km
Playful Danish design shop in central Frederikshavn, brimming with colourful gifts, party supplies, stationery and clever everyday items at wallet‑friendly prices.
Marta du chateau Frederikshavn
2.3 km
Scandinavian women’s fashion with a French–Italian twist, set in the heart of Frederikshavn’s pedestrian shopping street.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Ship Inn ApS
1.3 km
Unpretentious neighborhood bar in central Frederikshavn, serving inexpensive drinks and harbor-town vibes in a compact, maritime-flavored setting.
Peder Wessel v/Lisbeth Wagner
1.9 km
Traditional, inexpensive neighbourhood bar on central Søndergade, offering no-frills drinks, cosy maritime character and an easygoing slice of Frederikshavn nightlife.
Bangsbo Brewing Company
2.0 km
Intimate nanobrewery crafting rotating small-batch Danish beers in a welcoming taproom.
Le Drink
2.0 km
Cosy neighbourhood cocktail bar in Frederikshavn, serving unfussy drinks and relaxed conversation in an intimate, low‑key setting off the main streets.
Two Step Up v / Brian Jensen
2.1 km
Frederikshavn's legendary late-night bar where locals and travelers unite over live music and Danish drinks until dawn.
Lygten I/S
2.1 km
Old-school Danish "brown" beer hall in central Frederikshavn, serving inexpensive drinks, thick pub atmosphere and local colour from early morning to late night.
Frederikshavner Kroen
2.1 km
No‑frills Danish pub in central Frederikshavn, pouring cheap beer, late‑night drinks and plenty of local atmosphere in a compact, well‑worn bar room.
Flying Hirsch
2.2 km
High-energy after-ski bar in central Frederikshavn, serving playful drinks, loud music and alpine party vibes late into the night.
JOY´S PUB
2.2 km
Cozy harborfront neighborhood bar in Frederikshavn with affordable drinks, local atmosphere and occasional live music on late-opening weekend nights.
Freddy´s Bar
2.2 km
Cozy harbourfront bar in Frederikshavn with live music, a generous beer selection, and laid-back Danish pub vibes just steps from the ferry terminal.
John Bull
2.3 km
English-style harbor pub blending maritime character with classic pub hospitality in Frederikshavn's waterfront district.
My Nordisk Mjød
2.5 km
Intimate mead bar and micro‑meadery in Frederikshavn, serving handcrafted Nordic honey wines inspired by a garden apple tree and regional Danish ingredients.
Sportsbaren Frederikshavn
2.7 km
Lively central Frederikshavn sports bar with wall-to-wall matches, cold beers, betting, slot machines and pool in a relaxed, down-to-earth Danish pub atmosphere.
Café Pitstop Frederikshavn
2.9 km
Relaxed café-bar hybrid on Skippergade blending sports, karaoke and pub vibes in a down-to-earth local hangout in Frederikshavn.
Munken v/Aase Pedersen
3.1 km
Traditional Danish bar in the heart of Frederikshavn, offering straightforward drinks, long opening hours and a cosy glimpse into local everyday pub life.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Casual
- Scenic
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Business Friendly