Svolvær
Across a bridge on the islet of Svinøya, site of Svolvær's first settlement, the 38 rorbuer (fisher's cabins) on offer here are some of the best in…
Must-see hotels in Scandinavia
Southern Jutland
If Esbjerg's industry has you yearning for a little trademark Danish hygge (cosiness), make your way 10km northwest of town to this delightful, century…
North Iceland
Get away from it all at these boutique cottages on a remote sheep farm 14km southwest of Þórshöfn. Farmers Siggi and Hildur have kitted out the rooms in…
Skåne
Located down by the beach in a meticulously restored 19th-century schoolhouse is a superlative hostel-B&B combo that’s more chic boutique than backpacker…
Snæfellsnes Peninsula
One of our favourite little inns in Iceland, this boutique hotel fills a lovingly restored timber house that creaks in the most charming way when winds…
Central Norway
This renowned mountain lodge, owned by chef Arne Brimi, specialises in multiday mountain stays combining outdoor activities with sumptuous dinners devised…
Helsinki
Set in a spectacularly refurbished 1888-built prison, which was in use until 2002, this fabulous hotel on Katajanokka island offers character in spades…
The South
This charming white farmhouse is tucked in a strand of trees, beyond the Hótel Edda, almost to the cliff face. A friendly family offers quaint, impeccably…
The Coast
The Grand Hotell sits perfectly in this old town. Housed in a delightful castle-like timber building, rooms have been smartly updated but retain a…
The South
Friendly Julia from Switzerland runs this charming guesthouse in the countryside to perfection. A menagerie including birds, cats and a bunny fill this…
Borgarbyggð
One of the most beautifully situated places to stay in the area, this attractive series of linked cottages 1.5km north of Borgarnes overlooks the fjord…
Seyðisfjörður
Book very early for these three-bedroom cottages, sleeping up to six in a whole lot of comfort, including a kitchen, lounge, and barbecue and hot-pot on…
Skåne
This dreamy castle sits between two lakes 15km northeast of Kristianstad. Built as a monastery in the mid-13th century, it’s a stunning spot, with…
Akureyri
This awesome mini-village of modern studios and houses is perfect for a few days’ R&R. The houses may be better equipped than your own back home: three…
Radisson Blu Royal Garden Hotel
Trondheim
This contemporary riverside hotel is open and airy from the moment you step into the atrium, where the light streams in through the all-glass walls. Rooms…
Lappeenranta
Topped by a tin roof, this yellow-painted wooden schoolhouse dating from 1901 now has six rooms themed for different subjects once taught here: Languages…
Helsinki
Arguably Helsinki's trendiest place to stay, this architectural showpiece has pleasing rooms with supermodern everything. All have views, but the higher…
Lapland
Alongside the tumbling Tsahkaljoki, this riverside spot is the best of the clutch of cabin complexes in the centre of Kilpisjärvi. In addition to…
Senja
On the site of a former fishing hamlet, Hamn i Senja is a delightful, self-contained, get-away-from-it-all place that sits in its own little cove…
Jämtland
Beautifully constructed of wood and stone with copper accents, this lodge looks down on Åre from its lofty mountain perch. Its stylish, contemporary rooms…
Funen
The epitome of light-touch luxury, the Stella Maris has as its core a 19th-century villa, revamped with oodles of gently contemporary flair. For the full…
Lappland
This pleasant central hotel rises above a slightly shabby outward appearance – it's coming up to 100 years as an inn – by having a very sharp lobby and…
Western Finnmark
Some 10km outside Alta and in a forest down by the river, this wonderful wooden lodge is classy, sophisticated and warmly inviting all at once. The on…
Oulu
In a tranquil parkside location, this inviting hotel sits in a group of renovated red-brick buildings that once housed a hospital. Stylish rooms have…
The Westfjords
Unobstructed fjord views grace these simple, modern guesthouses with private bathrooms and refrigerators – the best have balconies looking onto a black…
North Iceland
Just north of the turn-off to Selárdalslaug, about 9km north of Vopnafjörður township, is this welcoming riverside option. It's a cosy, family-friendly…
Bohuslän
The row of slick cubic buildings that compose this floating boutique hotel houses 23 light, bright, contemporary rooms – all clean lines and plasma-screen…
Lapland
High up on the fell, with a great ski-in, ski-out area, this stylish hotel has brilliant rooms with lots of space, streamlined Nordic furniture, big…
The Bothnian Coast
In a stone building designated a historical monument (since it was built the year after the great fire), this small family-run hotel has a great location…
Rovaniemi
Forget the theme-park ambience of the nearby Santa quarter, because this place, opened in 2016, is something special. Designer rooms are swathed in local…
North Iceland
Australian Vicki moved to town in 2010 and took it upon herself to restore the old post office opposite the church. The two resulting one-bedroom…
Tröllaskagi
Northwest Tröllaskagi is so scenic that the Fljót valley is home to Iceland's most exclusive accommodation, the ultra-luxe Deplar Farm, a secluded new…
Vesterålen
This cosy, hugely welcoming guesthouse and cafe in itself justifies the detour to Nyksund. You can either cater for yourself or eat at its Holmvik Stua,…
Malmö
For the location and price, you really can't go past the soaring heights of Malmö's most typically international hotel, with large rooms (many with bath…
Copenhagen
A solid choice for 'cheap chic', upbeat, design-literate Generator sits on the edge of the city's medieval core. It's kitted out with designer furniture,…
Kuopio
Kuopio's best hotel has a tranquil lakeside location and a wealth of facilities, including a gym, sauna, spa, indoor swimming pool and kids' play room,…
Nordland
This isolated getaway at Vega's secluded northern limit is tranquillity itself (you won't find a radio or TV in any of its 21 impeccably turned-out rooms)…
The Bothnian Coast
This new-concept hotel in central Umeå is super cool. You'll spot the massive white building from miles away, and the hotel is on floors six to 13. Below…
Southeast Iceland
Full credit to the family – and the designers – behind the restoration of this old dairy factory north of town. There are 17 modern, hotel-standard rooms…
Lapland
Ski and hiking trails fan out from this complex of log cabins in Äkäslompolo, near the lake. Even the standard rooms, set in separate raised buildings,…
