Follow this guide to the top 10 hotels in Stockholm to discover 19th-century splendour, romantic hideaways and sleek contemporary design.
Royal families, the wealthy and Nobel Prize winners have been staying in the gilded Gustavian splendour of the Intercontinental Grand Hotel since 1874. Two Michelin-starred restaurants, a new luxury spa and spectacular views to the Royal Palace complete the package.
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Södra Blasieholmshamnen 8, Stockholm, 103 27
Tucked away down a side street, the Hellsten Hotel, decorated with photographs and family heirlooms from the owner’s family, makes the perfect romantic hideaway. Old-fashioned stoves, dark wood floors and richly colored drapes add a theatrical touch.
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Luntmakargatan 68, Stockholm, 113 51
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The modern Scandic Anglais is 15 minutes’ walk from Djurgården’s attractions. Children under 12 stay free in the bright, airy rooms. In-room childcare and a play area at weekends are offered and the hotel prides itself on its healthy-eating menus.
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Humlegårdsgatan 23, Stockholm, 114 46
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Birger Jarl offers exciting rooms commissioned from various Swedish designers who have produced crisp, contemporary spaces inspired by the Nordic countryside and the seasons. One might reflect the forests; another the sparkling, ice-white winter. Seasonal breakfasts follow the theme.
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Tulegatan 8, Stockholm, 113 53
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The StayAt Stockholm Lindhagen on Kungsholmen is a 10-minute metro ride into the centre. Modern rooms have CD players, cable television and Wi-Fi; compact kitchens contain ovens, refrigerators, cookware and dishes. There’s parking, laundry services and a sauna.
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Ulriksborgsgatan 3, Stockholm, 10252
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Maritime antiques fill the 18th-century Victory on Gamla Stan, from the wooden statue of Lord Nelson and nautical artefacts in the lobby to models of ships in the traditional bedrooms. Suites are opulent with four-poster beds. The Michelin-starred Leijontornet restaurant occupies the atmospheric vaults.
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Lilla Nygatan 5, Stockholm, 111 28
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Book the modern Elite Palace Hotel for its concierge service, garage parking and wireless internet in the contemporary designed rooms. Also on offer are banquet facilities, business centre, meeting rooms and a technology helpdesk.
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St Eriksgatan 115, Stockholm, 100 31
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Chill out in the eighth floor Selma CitySpa+ of the steel and glass Clarion Hotel Sign. Follow an aroma body wrap or facial with a sauna or plunge into the all-year-round heated outdoor pool with its panoramic views.
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Ostra Jarnvagsgatan 35, Stockholm, 110 20
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The Radisson SAS SkyCity Hotel between Terminals 4 and 5 is only 20 minutes by train from central Stockholm. Newly renovated, sound-proofed rooms have light wood furniture and bright colors and the health club is complimentary.
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Arlanda Airport, Stockholm-Arlanda 190 45
Choose Berns for spacious rooms that mix dark wood, strong colors, tiled stoves and startling modern art. The star-studded clientele enjoys weekend brunch in the gilded opulence of Berns Asian restaurant.
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Berzelli Park Nackstromsgatan 8, Stockholm 111 47
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