Copenhagen Rainbow

Situated on Strøget, the famous pedestrian shopping street, and surrounded by local gay hot spots, the five-room Copenhagen Rainbow bed-and-breakfast is a welcoming spot exclusively for gays and lesbians.

This centrally located B&B features a bright, white, airy aesthetic. Now we know what you're thinking: "bright" and "white" aren't the usual adjectives associated with dungeons. But we're not talking about the kind of dungeon that comes with a dragon. Think touches of S-and-M instead.

In the lobby, industrial-grade steel tubing frames a velvet couch. Breakfast is served on polished anti-skid metal trays the size of hub caps. And throughout the shared spaces, colorful, contemporary works of local artists are on display. (All pieces are for sale and exhibits change every few months.)

The five intimate rooms are on the simple side, with a small sitting area, white bedding, queen-size beds, and brushed metal coffeemakers and lampshades. There are no TVs, but who needs them when there's great shopping, dining and sightseeing at your doorstep? Four of the five rooms are en suite and one has a private bathroom located in the hall.

The guest kitchen and laundry area sparkles. As a matter of fact, everything around the place is a blinding white with accents of silver, black, gray and purple.

Prices are the same whether the rooms are used as a double or a single, and Friday and Saturday nights have a DKK150 surcharge. Finally, the friendly owners Klavs and Kristian are prepared with maps, tips, and suggestions to help out any new boys in town.

Note: Copenhagen Rainbow is located on the fourth floor of an apartment building and there is no obvious sign from the street.