Småland
Originally built as a palace in 1590, then owned by Count Per Brahe in the 17th century, Västanå Slott, located 6km south of Gränna, became Sweden's first…
Must-see hotels in Southeastern Sweden
Småland
One of the only truly luxury hotel offerings in Småland, the Art Hotel showcases the famed glass and crystal brand's creations in unusual ways – like its…
Gotland
In the unlikely setting of an old limestone factory in a remote eastern corner of the island, this extraordinary hotel combines a raw industrial…
Visby
Top of the heap in Visby is the luxurious, landmark Wisby. Medieval vaulted ceilings and sparkling candelabras contrast with eye-catching contemporary…
Visby
Located at the southeastern corner of the botanical garden, this family-run hotel is just a stone’s throw away from the vine-covered ruins of the ghostly…
Småland
This bright and colourful 143-room hotel overlooking Lake Vättern is exceptionally cool. From its modern adaptions of classic Scandinavian furniture to…
Småland
This smart budget hotel, surrounded by water, is excellent value considering the overall quality of its rooms, range of options (like bike and canoe…
Småland
Standards are high at this sizeable year-round property which is divided into a hostel (shared facilities) and hotel wing. A bunch of fresh, new hotel…
Southeastern Sweden
Cool grey hues, bold feature walls, pine-wood floors and smart functionalist furniture make for stylish slumber at this urbane hotel. Rooms are spacious,…
Småland
This wonderfully cosy, romantic hotel is housed in four buildings in a gorgeous green setting near Kalmar Slott. Most rooms have antique furniture with…
Gotland
At the island of Stora Karlsö off the coast of Gotland, you can stay in rooms still decorated with the antique furniture left by the lighthouse-keeper…
Småland
A real gem in the heart of town, the Strand takes up the 2nd floor of a gorgeous 1890 building overlooking the Motala river and Drottninggattan. It has…
Småland
This friendly nook by picturesque Lake Husnäsen, about a kilometre east of town, has a restaurant and cafe with a big outdoor terrace and even minigolf…
Gotland
Enticing Warfsholm has several accommodation options, plus a beautiful waterside location, a pleasant restaurant and a cosy bar. There are rooms in the…
Småland
This charming B&B in an atmospheric mid-19th-century family house is in a residential area 10 minutes' walk southwest from the centre via Södra…
Gotland
If it weren't for the smokestack just north of the property (that you don't see in any of the promotional material), this place, located on the island's…
Visby
This hostel offers beds year-round in the small converted cells of an old prison. It’s in a handy location, between the ferry dock and the harbour…
Småland
Close to the train station and somewhat disturbingly billed as Sweden’s ‘Fawlty Towers’, this smart family-run establishment resembles that madhouse in…
Småland
Affiliated with the Kosta Boda Art Hotel and Kosta Glassworks, this sprawling Falu-red lodge, with its own mini-lake, clutch of charming, rustic cabins…
Southeastern Sweden
The world's first (and only) 254-room IKEA Hotell in Älmhult, opened in 2016, is adjacent to the eponymous museum. Rooms follow a predictably Scandic…
Visby
With its chic white-on-white lounge and subtle nautical theme, the 15-room Hotel Stenugnen channels a Cape Cod vibe. Despite being a very short stroll…
Småland
Located across from the beautiful Järnvägsparken, Hotell du Nord is appropriately leafy and tranquil. The main dusky-rose 19th-century building looks like…
Småland
Once owned by Amalia Eriksson, the creator of Granna’s famous peppermint rock, this hotel is one for lovers of classic country style. Beautifully restored…
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 –…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
Southeastern Sweden
This country farmhouse sits on the hauntingly beautiful southeastern coast, 5km north of Eketorp. The picture-perfect lounge is complemented by cheerful…
Ebbas Vandrarhem & Trädgårdscafé
Southeastern Sweden
Look for the classic 1950s Morris Minor 1000 out front here. Five of the lemon-yellow rooms overlook the gorgeous rose-laced garden, and four the bustling…
Småland
The Elite is Jönköping’s harbourside show-stopper. Rooms are historic hotel chic, with either pastel, Carl Larsson–inspired undertones or a more…
Visby
This is a sound central option, with guest rooms (completely renovated to a high standard in 2016) featuring neutral tones, woodsy surfaces and a splash…
Visby
This place has attractive rooms with lashings of white linen, pale grey walls and scarlet cushions. Accommodation is set around a pretty, quiet courtyard,…
Visby
The light-filled rooms here share a central large living room and small well-equipped kitchenette. The traditional Scandinavian bleached timber provides a…
Småland
Set in a converted 17th-century wax-bleaching workshop, this boutique number features stylish, pared-back rooms with wooden floorboards, Carl Larsson…
Gotland
Accommodation on the island consists of a selection of basic huts (quite cool, really!) or camping, all of which must be booked online. For the full…
Småland
Located at the lakeside recreation area of Evedal, 6km north of Växjö, this former spa hotel dates from the late 18th century. All rooms have washbasins,…
Gotland
A hotel for the ultimate in pampering, with a fabulous remote setting near the rocky shores of the Ekstakusten nature reserve and every amenity, including…
Mörby Vandrarhem & Lågprishotell
Southeastern Sweden
In the small village of Mörbylånga, this place has a mixture of hostel- and hotel-style accommodation. The big, anonymous building is a bit hospital-like,…
