Småland
There's been a hotel on this site since 1741 but the current building dates from 1906. It's a classic hotel that has big old bones and brand new clothes –…
Must-see hotels in Sweden
Gothenburg
This sterling hostel, a few kilometres northeast of the city centre, attracts families and travellers looking for a quiet spot with its extensive…
Småland
Tidy midsize rooms are painted in muted earth colours with all the extras, including kettle, hairdryer, fridge and even a pillow menu. There’s a sauna,…
Vaxholm
Overlooking the harbour, this grand dame dates back to the early 20th century. Rooms are spotless, if simple, with parquet floors, maritime-themed artwork…
Quality Hotel Grand Hotel Lapland
Lappland
This modern, business set–oriented hotel opposite the train station is in a great location with gym, pool, bowling alley and steakhouse to complement its…
Central Sweden
Bang in the centre of Västerås' modern sector, this 25-storey skyscraper was built for gravity-defying lounge lizards: its cocktail bar surveys the city…
Lappland
The hotel features top-quality skier rooms for two to four people, excellent single and double rooms, plus a number of suites. It's within a couple of…
Lappland
Reindeer Lodge comprises five cosy two- to four-person cabins in the woods, on the banks of the Torne river. Located 3km away from Jukkasjärvi, they come…
Central Sweden
This small campground is by the lake 1.5km north of Nora and can be reached by a lakeshore walking path from the train station. Although RVs are permitted…
Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset
Småland
The seafaring theme here extends from the 1950s-era trunks and suitcases that are incorporated into the decor as well as the nautical barometers and…
Jämtland
This large, renovated hostel sits virtually right on the main square. All rooms are identical windowless cubes with four glossy dark-wood bunks,…
Gothenburg
Short of scanning your retinas upon entry, these luxurious, industrial-chic apartments are as high-tech as they come and are within walking distance of…
Örebro
Well positioned on the main square, the Behrn goes the extra mile with individually decorated rooms – ranging from strictly business to farmhouse or edgy…
Bohuslän
Just off scenic Rd 165 and handy to the Tanumshede rock carvings, this friendly and eco-friendly B&B is entirely solar powered, has a grey-water filtering…
Dalarna
This hotel adjacent to Falu Turistbyrå is a member of the Swedish Tourist Association and has been thoroughly renovated in recent years in a variety of…
Gothenburg
With stucco ceilings and lovely mosaic floors, the Elite Plaza is a grand, old-world establishment with all the modern trimmings. Most rooms are spacious…
Lake Siljan
It doesn't get much more rustic than Hotell Siljanstrand, the closest hotel in Tällberg to the water, comprising a main lodge and a series of cute-as-a…
Småland
History and luxury merge at this wonderfully atmospheric hotel in St Birgitta’s old convent. The bathrooms are a wee bit dated, but the medieval-style…
Kungsholmen
A modern and quiet budget option, this tidy, functional hostel in the friendly Kungsholmen neighbourhood is close to the city centre but away from most of…
Malmö
Not the right choice if you want an intimate place to propose: there are 293 rooms here, making it one of the largest hotels in the city. That said, the…
Skarvruets Fjällhotel/STF Tänndalen
Jämtland
This mountain hotel and hostel on a hillside in Tänndalen certainly looks the part: stuffed stags’ heads and log fire in the snug lounge-bar and Home…
Gothenburg
If staying aboard a schooner floats your boat, try the Barken Viking, an elegant four-masted sailing ship converted into a stylish hotel. The wood…
Gothenburg
In a you-couldn't-be-more-central location on top of the train station, this high-tech business hotel is completely soundproof, and its spacious rooms…
Lappland
This all-purpose place right on Rte 99 has all the bases covered, with decent rooms, a restaurant that usually has buffet offerings for breakfast …
Jämtland
Among the trees and with great views at the top of Åre's funicular since 1910, this is as much an activity centre as hotel. On top of all the outdoor…
Central Sweden
This large manor house is 20km north of Torsby, by a stunning lake. Rooms are individually and tastefully decorated, and there are hostel beds in little…
Småland
A jump up in quality, the central Cardinal offers simple, stylish rooms with Persian rugs and the odd antique touch. There’s also a small fitness centre,…
Gotland
On the far north of the island, near the fishing hamlet of Kappelshamn, you'll find these delightful and secluded cottages with their own little pool just…
Kiruna
Kiruna’s smartest digs offers functional rooms with Sami-inspired design touches, a spa and an indoor pool, and friendly staff happy to book all manner of…
Southeastern Sweden
This country farmhouse sits on the hauntingly beautiful southeastern coast, 5km north of Eketorp. The picture-perfect lounge is complemented by cheerful…
Quality Hotel Skellefteå Stadshotell
The Bothnian Coast
Central to town and only a couple of minutes' walk from the shops and restaurants, this place has standard-quality hotel rooms. It's not huge on character…
Dalarna
A variety of basic cottage-style lodging compliments the many campsites available in this long, thin campground 3km northeast of town in the Lugnet skiing…
Lappland
Sitting alone at the end of the road at Nikkaluokta, this place has cabins, camping, a cafe, a small shop and a gallery. It also operates snowmobile…
Bohuslän
The great wooden pile that is Hotel Smögens Havsbad has a rather tacked-on-looking prosthetic extension that is (thankfully for guests) beautiful on the…
Central Sweden
This haven of tranquillity is in the woods near the Mellandammen pond, 2km southwest of the town centre. It’s a pet-friendly complex with camping, mini…
Lappland
There are not too many opportunities to rent your own island with a log cabin, sauna, outdoor hot tub, boat transportation and fishing licence in Lappland…
Uppsala
New in 2017, the Elite Academia has gotten off to a grand start, mostly by getting the service side of running a big, central hotel right. Rooms are as…
Kiruna
This modern hotel, part of the respected Scandic chain, is located close to the tourist office, so handy if you are setting out on a tour. Rooms have…
Bohuslän
On a teeny little island just off the harbour, Badholmens Vandrarhem is a basic, friendly hostel reached by a causeway. Four plain bunk-bedded huts named…
Lappland
Right on the main street, you can't miss Hotell Toppen as the Wildman statue is out front. This place has decent rooms, plus a good restaurant, pub and…
