Located just about 19 miles west of the Danish capital of Copenhagen, Roskilde is a large business and educational center in Denmark. Roskilde has a long history dating back to at least the pre-Christian Viking age and even has a UNESCO-listed Gothic cathedral housing 39 tombs of past Danish monarchs. The cathedral and Viking Ship Museum have many well-preserved items dating back to at least the 11th century and attract more than 100,000 visitors yearly. Roskilde has a huge tourist-based economy mostly driven by its great museums, the legendary Roskilde Rock Festival, and amazing restaurants, one of which dates back to 1430. Roskilde is a great city with so much to do and see. Book one of these top Airbnb vacation rentals in Roskilde and see it for yourself!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Cozy 2-bedder apartment close to the main street (from USD 100)
This apartment has two beds that can sleep up to three people, making it a nice spot for either a solo traveler, a couple or a small family. The kitchen is newly renovated and fully equipped. The bathroom is newly refurbished as well. The rental is centrally located and near the main street but in a nice and quiet neighborhood close to the train station. A block away are many places to eat and do some shopping.
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the photos are accurate and it is even more comfortablethe place is comfortable equipped with amenities that are neededit was a nice little studio with an ikea couch bed to sleep onthe apartment is a good size with ikea themed furniture and everything works perfectlylocation equipment internet facilities and bedding is excellentCleanliness:
it is clean and well equippedthe flat is very clean and well furnisheda lovely and clean apartment in an ideal locatein the house everything is clean and you have all you might need for cookingspotlessly clean stylish suite in excellent locationHost:
erling is a great hostour host erling responds immediately when asked any questions and was very helpfulhis orientation to the facilities was thorough and helpfulthe entire customer journey with erling as a host was highly satisfactory and hassle-freeerling is a kind and friendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazinggreat location just 5 minutes from train station and near center of towna great stay in a great locationa nice place in a great locationthis is a lovely apartment in the heart of roskilde that is close to shops bus and train
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2. Private room in a lovely home (from USD 55)
This rental is a private room on the first floor of a house. It features a bright single room, making it ideal for a solo traveler or someone not staying in town for too long. Parking is free for guests arriving by car. WiFi is free as well. The room is located near a public transport station and in a nice and quiet neighborhood.
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it isimmaculately cleanthe place was very clean and it is very cozyi had a quiet room and also a very clean bathroom of my ownclean warm and cozy room with comfortable bed for a good nights sleepclean and cosy simple breakfast provided which a nice surpriseHost:
jesper is a great hostthe hosts were super nice and easy to communicate withlovely stay at dorte and jesper's home they were great hosts; very friendly helpful and caringsimply a wonderful place hosted by wonderful peoplethe hosts are very friendly and always availableRead more reviewsLocation:
easy to get to city center / train station to the house by buslocation was perfect aswell close to down town roskilde train station restaurants shops etcthis is a good central location for travel around zealandthe house is located in a really nice neighborhood quiet and overall beautifulthe neighborhood was very peaceful and had great bus connections to explore the local area
3. Townhouse in historic neighborhood (from USD 127)
For people looking for a little authenticity in their lodgings, look no further! This townhouse with a thatched roof is located in the historic community of Roskilde and located only five minutes away from the Roskilde Cathedral. The town center is conveniently close by as well. The house has been gently renovated to be up to modern standards while still retaining much of its original features. The kitchen is an open concept and connects to the dining area, while the TV area is located on the upper floor. There is a small courtyard in the back.
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internet tv and washing facilities are greatCleanliness:
amazing historic house spotless with a well equipped kitchenHost:
josh was always responsive to questions and we just loved our stayjosh and mette are truly great hosts and we felt very welcomethe communication with the host just was pleasant and easyjoshua was responsive and came to pick us up from the train stationRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and cosy spotwish we could have spent more time there excellent location and a fairytale-like antique housewe had a really nice time great location and very stylish housethe house was lovely and in an excellent locationjoshua's place is located almost the most charming area of roskilde to my point of view
4. Bright basement room close to Roskilde Center (from USD 29)
This basement room is located in the owner’s house and can accommodate only one person, making it an ideal space for a solo traveler or business traveler. Despite being a basement room, it receives a lot of natural light and is spacious enough. The town center is only a 15-minute walk away, so you can see the best of Roskilde just by walking around. Parking is free and guests can have access to the kitchen if they need it. Breakfast is included in the rental price.
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very nice family quiet and close to the center placequiet house with a beautiful garden very friendly hosts in walking distance from roskilde stationthe house is situated in a quiet nabourhood with a lovely garden
5. Nice and cozy apartment (from USD 57)
This nice and cozy apartment is located just 2 km from the center of town. The Roskilde transport station is nearby, making it very easy to move around the town. For those arriving by car, there is free parking on the premises. Wireless internet is also available for free. The kitchen is equipped for making most meals.
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really clean and nice placemaja’s place was clean warm and comfortablevery nice flat near the downtown so clean and comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
it's a great location and the centre of roskilde is only a short 15min walkwe had a great stay roskilde is very nice and the most interesting things are close bymaja has a nice top floor apartment in a quiet area on the outskirts of roskildelocation is nonetheless less rather good as roskilde is worth exploring
6. Rental near the downtown (from USD 42)
This studio apartment near the downtown is a great holiday home for both business travelers and those visiting Roskilde for leisure. The famous Roskilde Cathedral and Roskilde Park are a short walk away from this rental for two people. The Viking Ship Museum is also within walking distance from here. Guests will have access to an open-plan space, with a queen-sized sofa bed for two guests, a dining table, and a kitchenette where guests can prepare simple meals. Wi-Fi and a laptop-friendly workspace are also available in this Airbnb vacation home.
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we had a very nice time in the cosy apartment of dorte and thomasnice room and kitchenette with excellent privacyit is listed as a room but feels like a small apartmentfantastic place - private annex with a very comfy bedCleanliness:
very clean and comfortabletotally clean studio apartmentclean friendly and pleasantcosy clean and comfortable placethe place is clean and comfortableHost:
the hosts were very welcoming and helpfulthey are very friendly and helpful hostsvery friendly and accomodating hosts and cozy living quartersthey are outstanding hosts open and happy to help and to get to know their gueststhe apartment was great and the hosts kind and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatlocated very close to the train station main shopping /restaurant street the cathedral and a cool shopping mallvery convenient location with good privacygreat location with easy parking and within easy walking distance of city centregreat location close to the railway station just 25 minutes to copenhagen on the train
7. Bright apartment in the heart of Roskilde
This spacious and bright apartment in the heart of Roskilde is also close to the railway station. This rental features a bedroom with a queen bed, a living room with a sofa bed, and a hallway. This well-furnished apartment has a kitchen with a stove, cookware, kettle, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, and other essentials. Many famous Roskilde places of interest the harbor, Cathedral, and several museums are within walking distance from this property.
Roskilde, Denmark
1.18 km (0.8 mi) from Viking Ship MuseumAccommodates: 2
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we had a fantastic time staying at susanne’s apartment in roskildeCleanliness:
the apartment is clean and spaciousthe space was clean and comfortableapartment was warm bed was very comfortable and everything was very cleangreat host beautiful clean place and central locationthe apartment is well finished cozy clean and with all you need for your stayingHost:
susanne is a very nice host available and provided prompt reply to our questionscheck in was smooth and the hosts were very friendlysusana and madelene are very kind welcoming and always availableRead more reviewsLocation:
the best location literally right on the squarevery beautiful apartment in the city center close to the domethe apartment is in an excellent location right next to the historic churchit can be loud in the street during the night but we recommend the locationgreat place on top of cozy restaurant
8. Lovely spacious penthouse (from USD 323)
This very large apartment has five bedrooms, seven beds, and one bath. The penthouse is huge and can accommodate up to 10 guests, making it an amazing place to spend the weekend with some friends or your entire family. The apartment gets tons of sunlight, especially in its five balconies. The rental is also very child-friendly, so families are welcome to come by. There are even parks around the neighborhood for kids to play in. The apartment is located in proximity to a lot of shops and restaurants. The kitchen comes fully equipped, and there is free WiFi. Guests should be aware that the apartment is located on the fifth floor, and there is no elevator.
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a great apartment for two families and great views from the balconiesin those areas wifi was not a problema ton of room and great views with balconies every directiona great apartment very big with lots of space and lightthe washer and dryer in the bathroom were greatCleanliness:
very clean and stylish space in copenhagenit’s clean and spacious and well furnishedclean and a cool apartment :)the rooms are clean and cosyapartment was very clean and spaciousHost:
edmond was a good hostour hosts were phenomenally responsive and warmdecent and nice host that let us check out later than plannedthe place is great and sidsel was a great hosti mentioned this to edmond the host who is now aware and i’m sure will fix promptlyRead more reviewsLocation:
just one bus away from the city center and in a nice neighborhoodit is very well located easy to get to the centre by busbus stop right out the door and close to such beautiful parks for kidseasy to get to by busnice location close to the centre (busses until 23
9. Double room on first floor (from USD 72)
This private room is great for a solo traveler or couple as it can accommodate up to two people. The home is very close to a public transport station, making getting around town super easy. A supermarket is close by while the beautiful fjord is only a kilometer away. Parking is free for those arriving by car. If you have a bike, there is a lock-up space to use. WiFi is free. There is also a workspace for people doing business online.
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our room was comfortable and quietCleanliness:
the house is in a quiet residential area it’s clean comfortable and very welcomingjesper has a very nice clean and cozy homeHost:
it has a real home feel to it and the hosts are especially welcomingthe hosts were friendly and welcoming providing a fridge kettle and fruit for uswe highly recommend this lovely place with lovely périple very helpful and friendlyjesper and dorte are kind and accomodating hosts one cannot ask for betterRead more reviewsLocation:
this is a lovely place to stay very close to the cathedral and viking museumthey directed us to a wonderful grocery store which was very close by
10. bedroom apartment in central location (from USD 57)
This one-bedroom studio apartment is perfect for a solo traveler or a couple as it only has one bed. It has a kitchen and living room. The bathroom is the only separate room in the house. The apartment overlooks Roskilde fjord and also has views of the cathedral. There is a lovely green space nearby that’s great for families or just to take a walk in on a nice day.
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really sweet and nice host very clean homeHost:
regitza was very hospitable it was easy to communicate with herRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect place at a short distance from the centerthe place is very comfortable nice design very cozy it has everything you need close to city centercomfortable place to stay not to fat from the city centre
11. Room for 1 or 2 in the heart of Roskilde
This room for one or two guests is perfectly located in the heart of Roskilde. It’s only a seven-minute walk to the train station and less than 10 minutes to the harbor. Hop on a bike and take a ride down to the fjord and watch the sunset after a long busy day of exploring Roskilde. The owner offers a free bike for guests to use and WiFi is free as well. Guests should note that eight people also live here, but some will be away.
1.93 km (1.2 mi) from Viking Ship Museum
12. Private room(s) in a villa
This house comes with several rooms for rent and the owner offers a discount for guests who rent multiple rooms. There is a small garden for guests to enjoy themselves in as well as a room for washing and drying clothes. The kitchen comes equipped to make some basic meals, and the bathroom has everything you’ll need for your stay.
2.22 km (1.4 mi) from Viking Ship Museum
Historic Denmark
For those who want to spend some time immersed in some Nordic culture and history, look no further. Roskilde has so many museums with so many well-preserved artifacts you might not have enough time to see them all. Roskilde also has many excellent restaurants and sceneries to explore as well. So don’t skip out on this great city!
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