Stockholm Hotels and Accommodation: Splurge

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• Grand Hotel, Södra Blasieholmshamnen 8 (T Kungsträdgården), +46 8 679 35 00 www.grandhotel.se. Considered to be one of the most luxurious hotels in Scandinavia and centrally located overlooking the Royal Palace. A bastion of elite hospitality, this is where the famous, infamous and traditional nobility stay, in fact room No 702 is the astounding Nobel Room, where the literature prize winners stay overnight. Its old world luxury and sense of style is well maintained in every room, with some in the Royal Gustavian style, others are intriguing traditional/modern mixes. The rooms are quite pricey but you get what you pay for in terms of service and comfort. The best rooms overlook the water, although these are highly sought after and invariably are booked out. The facilities include a fitness centre, several banquet halls, an upscale bar (the Cadier Bar), and a restaurant which gives an excellent Swedish Smörgåsbord, one of the very few establishments in Scandinavia that still does so. Even if you aren't staying here, its an experience to check out the piano bar, a delightful end-of-the-evening place to get a sophisticated drink.

• Nordic Light, Vasaplan 7 (T T-Centralen), +46 8 505 630 00 www.nordiclighthotel.se/en. Stepping into the Nordic Light hotel, you're given a lesson in modern Scandinavian design. Displaying a minimalist yet well equipped decor, this hotel is as chic as it gets. Each room features individual, specially designed light exhibits, which guests can adjust to suit their mood, and several have excellent views over the city centre. Light is showcased throughout the hotel in an ever-changing variety of shapes, colours and intensities. The hotel is located in the city centre of Stockholm right next to the best shopping, nightlife and the express-train to Arlanda airport.

• Scandic Anglais Hotel, Humlegårdsgatan 23 (T Östermalmstorg), +46 8 517 340 00 www.scandichotels.com/anglais. Trendy boutique hotel encased in a glass extrerior. In an excellent location, combining the peace of the park, with the entertainment of the city centre. Rooms are small but functional, and the hotel contains one of the most hip bars in Stockholm, always popular and only steps away from your room. The breakfast buffet conveniently lasts until 2PM, perfect for those wanting to sleep in, and is generous and excellent, making it a great start to the day. Guests are able to rent bikes from reception, and considering its ideal location, its a great way to explore the city at your leisure.

• Hilton Slussen, Guldgränd 8 (T Slussen) www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/STOSLHI-Hilton-Stockholm-Slussen-hotel/index.do. International business hotel located on Södermalm with an excellent view of the Old Town and the City Hall. Sleek and modern hotel, with professional, English speaking staff. Breakfast is delightful, and well worth the cost with a tremendous amount of choice from fresh fruit, to cereals, fresh waffles, pancakes, pastries & cooked breakfast. Be sure to check out the interesting wood work displayed all around the hotel, various wood types are entwined with interesting room features.

• Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3 (T Mariatorget) www.rival.se. Owned by a former member of ABBA, Benny Andersson, who has restored a 1930's Art Deco red velvet cinema into a hip, elegant, and comfortable hotel. Personable staff abound, and patrons enjoy tasteful decor and bright, albeit small rooms with comfortable beds and good linens. Lobby and restaurant are trendy without being overbearing and the hotel faces a very charming city square with garden and fountain.

• Sheraton Stockholm Hotel, Tegelbacken 6 (T T-Centralen) www.sheratonstockholm.com. The Sheraton Stockholm Hotel is a five-star hotel located in the very heart of Stockholm’s central business district, shopping areas, and attractions - perfect for both business and leisure guests. The hotel offers stunning views of Lake Mälaren, City Hall, and Old Town, as well as the largest average room size in town.

• www.grandhotel.se
• www.nordiclighthotel.se/en
• www.scandichotels.com/anglais
• www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/STOSLHI-Hilton-Stockholm-Slussen-hotel/index.do
• www.rival.se
• www.sheratonstockholm.com