Guldsmeden Axel
A Nordic and Balinese styled spa hotel in Vesterbro whose food and drink is about 98% organic, with Green Globe certification and water-recycling showers trialled in some rooms.
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Environmental evidence and weighted assessment
2.2/5 Accommodation Eco Score · Evidence coverage 100% · Evidenced performance 28.8%
Green flags
- Food, farming and sourcing, level 4/4.
The Danish Green Key directory lists this hotel with the gold Organic Eatery label (90 to 100% organic). The group states its present share is about 98%.
Source · 2026-10-29 · Corroborating source
| Pillar | Weight | Level and what it means | Contribution | Evidence, quote and source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nature, biodiversity and regeneration | 30% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 30 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read |
| Energy and climate | 15% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 15 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read |
| Water | 10% | 2/4 · One specific system, such as rainwater harvesting, greywater reuse, or taps and showers at or under 8.5 litres a minute | 5 / 10 points | Orbital recycling showers, which the group says cut water use by 60 to 90%, were first installed in eight newly furnished rooms at Axel. The 2024/25 ESG report confirms Orbital showers since 2018 but names only Bryggen as the current full installation, so the Axel rooms are an older trial. Source · 2026-10-29 |
| Waste and plastic | 10% | 1/4 · Claim only | 2.5 / 10 points | Group-wide management plan (DAKA Refood biofuel collection, 12-category sorting guide); the sorting rate in the ESG report is a combined figure for the five Copenhagen hotels, not this hotel. Source · 2026-10-29 · Corroborating source · Corroborating source |
| Food, farming and sourcing | 15% | 4/4 · Measured share published, at least 80% from own land or named local producers, or at least 90% certified organic | 15 / 15 points | The Danish Green Key directory lists this hotel with the gold Organic Eatery label (90 to 100% organic). The group states its present share is about 98%. Source · 2026-10-29 · Corroborating source |
| Buildings, heritage reuse and land use | 15% | 1/4 · Claim only | 3.75 / 15 points | Group-wide policy of reusing existing furniture and fittings and using FSC-certified wood, not described specifically for this building. Source · 2026-10-29 |
| Measurement, transparency and certification | 5% | 2/4 · Specific practices, systems and named suppliers published | 2.5 / 5 points | The Copenhagen plan publishes specific practices such as measured and documented food waste, with collection by a named partner. It covers all Copenhagen Guldsmeden hotels. “We meticulously track and document our food waste, gaining insights into its sources, whether it's from kitchen production trimmings or leftovers from our guests' plates.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
Throne Standard for stays 2.2. Accommodation Eco Score weights: Nature, biodiversity and regeneration 30%, Energy and climate 15%, Water 10%, Waste and plastic 10%, Food, farming and sourcing 15%, Buildings, heritage reuse and land use 15%, Measurement, transparency and certification 5%. Each pillar earns its weight times its level divided by four. The score is 1 plus 4 times the evidenced performance, shown to one decimal, so 0% is 1.0 and 100% is 5.0. A pillar the stay does not disclose, after we read its own pages, counts as 0 and is shown as Not disclosed, with every page we read linked, because silence is an answer too. Every finding quotes its source word for word. Below 85% coverage, below 70% performance, or with less than half the weight at level 2 or above, the score is held under the next whole number (3.4 or 2.4). A 5.0 band needs 90% coverage and performance, level 4 evidence on half the weight and the key pillar at level 3 or above. Green flags are pillars at level 3 or 4. Every level can be earned from public, dated evidence; no score requires a visit. Evidence must be rechecked within two years. Guest travel is not scored; everyone gets there how they can.
Purity, what touches your body
1.8/5 Purity Score · Evidence coverage 100% · Evidenced performance 20%
| Pillar | Weight | Level and what it means | Contribution | Evidence, quote and source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water you drink and bathe in | 25% | 1/4 · Claim only, such as pure water | 6.25 / 25 points | The Copenhagen sustainable management plan says guests are encouraged to drink tap water from refillable bottles in each room. No filter or own source is described. “To encourage our guests to choose tap water over bottled options, we have provided empty bottles made entirely from recycled and recyclable plastic in each room.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Food on your plate | 20% | 2/4 · Named organic or own garden produce in some meals, and plant based meals available | 10 / 20 points | The hotel's Cafe du Nord says every dish uses organic fairtrade ingredients and the breakfast is organic with vegan options on request. “Our new menu takes you on a journey through global flavors, with every dish crafted from organic, fairtrade ingredients and a focus on quality and sustainability.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Grounds and pest control | 15% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 15 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read |
| Cleaning, laundry and fragrance | 15% | 1/4 · Claim only, such as eco friendly products | 3.75 / 15 points | The Copenhagen sustainable management plan says all cleaning products are biodegradable and certified, without naming the labels. “Moreover, all cleaning products are biodegradable and certified, making them safer for our team to use compared to conventional options and less harmful to the environment.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Linen, towels and mattresses | 10% | 0/4 · Documented absence or contrary evidence | 0 / 10 points | The Copenhagen plan says the organic cotton bed linen is mixed with recycled polyester, so the bedding is not plain plant fibre. “Bed linen is mixed with recycled polyester for durability.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Air and quiet | 10% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 10 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read |
| Pool and bathing water | 5% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 5 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read |
Throne Standard for stays 2.2. Purity Score weights: Water you drink and bathe in 25%, Food on your plate 20%, Grounds and pest control 15%, Cleaning, laundry and fragrance 15%, Linen, towels and mattresses 10%, Air and quiet 10%, Pool and bathing water 5%. Each pillar earns its weight times its level divided by four. The score is 1 plus 4 times the evidenced performance, shown to one decimal, so 0% is 1.0 and 100% is 5.0. A pillar the stay does not disclose, after we read its own pages, counts as 0 and is shown as Not disclosed, with every page we read linked, because silence is an answer too. Every finding quotes its source word for word. Below 85% coverage, below 70% performance, or with less than half the weight at level 2 or above, the score is held under the next whole number (3.4 or 2.4). A 5.0 band needs 90% coverage and performance, level 4 evidence on half the weight and the key pillar at level 3 or above. Green flags are pillars at level 3 or 4. Every level can be earned from public, dated evidence; no score requires a visit. Evidence must be rechecked within two years.
People, ownership, work and community
1.7/5 People Score · Evidence coverage 100% · Evidenced performance 17.5%
| Pillar | Weight | Level and what it means | Contribution | Evidence, quote and source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ownership and control | 30% | 1/4 · Ownership stated without detail | 7.5 / 30 points | The Copenhagen plan names the owners Sandra and Marc Weinert but does not state where the company is held. “The sustainability DNA of Guldsmeden Hotels stems from the heartfelt wishes of our owners, Sandra and Marc Weinert.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Local work and fair pay | 25% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 25 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read |
| Community benefit | 20% | 2/4 · A named community programme, such as a school, fund or training | 10 / 20 points | The Copenhagen plan says the hotels fund fees, equipment and events for children in a named sports programme for socially vulnerable areas. “Guldsmeden Hotels proudly supports DIF Get2Sport, making a positive impact on the lives of children and youth in socially vulnerable areas.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Access to beach and land | 15% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 15 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read |
| Culture and heritage | 10% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 10 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read |
Throne Standard for stays 2.2. People Score weights: Ownership and control 30%, Local work and fair pay 25%, Community benefit 20%, Access to beach and land 15%, Culture and heritage 10%. Each pillar earns its weight times its level divided by four. The score is 1 plus 4 times the evidenced performance, shown to one decimal, so 0% is 1.0 and 100% is 5.0. A pillar the stay does not disclose, after we read its own pages, counts as 0 and is shown as Not disclosed, with every page we read linked, because silence is an answer too. Every finding quotes its source word for word. Below 85% coverage, below 70% performance, or with less than half the weight at level 2 or above, the score is held under the next whole number (3.4 or 2.4). A 5.0 band needs 90% coverage and performance, level 4 evidence on half the weight and the key pillar at level 3 or above. Green flags are pillars at level 3 or 4. Every level can be earned from public, dated evidence; no score requires a visit. Evidence must be rechecked within two years.
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