Our story

Welcome to Arnfeldt, a small hotel and restaurant in the centre of Ærøskøbing on the island of Ærø.

Arnfeldt is housed in one of the old buildings of the town and has just six rooms. We wanted to create a place that feels personal and relaxed, closely connected to the house, the town and the island around it.

Arnfeldt is owned and run by Ariel Calabrese and Manja Mikkelsen. Together, they oversee both the hotel and the restaurant and remain closely involved in the daily experience of their guests.

Ariel is a French chef whose background includes restaurants in Paris before moving to Denmark. At Arnfeldt, he serves a seasonal tasting menu shaped by the ingredients available on Ærø and in Denmark, while Manja leads the hospitality and the experience of the house.

Breakfast is served in the restaurant, and guests are invited to enjoy the garden, the historic streets of Ærøskøbing and the slower rhythm of island life.

Arnfeldt is not intended to be a conventional hotel. It is a small house where food, hospitality and the experience of staying on Ærø are closely connected.

Welcome to Arnfeldt, where the heart of Ærø meets the world on your plate. The project is the creation of Manja and Ariel, a couple whose love story began in the hospitality scene of Paris.

Ariel brings years of restaurant experience and a precise eye for hospitality to every detail. Manja, with a sharp business acumen and a love for the food industry, complements him perfectly.

Together, they’ve crafted Arnfeldt to be more than just a restaurant. The menu is based on the finest ingredients from Ærø and the creativity of Ariel and his invited chefs from around the world. Paired with exquisite wines and served in a relaxed, homey atmosphere.

At Arnfeldt, you’re not just a diner—you’re part of a community. Manja and Ariel invite you to join them in celebrating good food, great wine, and the joy of coming together.

Come as a guest, leave as a neighbor.

Hotel & Restaurant
Smedegade 33
5970 Ærøskøbing
Denmark
Hotel open daily
Restaurant open Wednesday–Saturday

Hotel & Restaurant
Smedegade 33
5970 Ærøskøbing
Denmark
Hotel open daily
Restaurant open Wednesday–Saturday

Hotel & Restaurant
Smedegade 33
5970 Ærøskøbing
Denmark
Hotel open daily
Restaurant open Wednesday–Saturday