Skeppsholmen

Calm, historic, minimalist

Gröna gången 1 stockholm

(46) 8 407 23 00

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At a Glance

A hotel in two historic buildings on a peaceful island that is an easy stroll from central Stockholm.

Indagare Loves

  • The sense of sleeping in a bit of Swedish history
  • Peace and quiet of being at an island retreat
  • The pared-down sense of style

Review

Don’t be alarmed to hear that the Skeppsholmen is on an island—the whole city is made up of islands. And this one (Skeppsholmen, the same name as the hotel) is very central and yet largely non-residential. As a result, this is perhaps the most peaceful hotel in town. You can be sure you won’t be disturbed by car noise or late night revelers when you check in here.

The hotel is in two historic buildings, former army quarters dating from the 17th century, and the current owners (it is a sibling hotel to the Nobis) had to get approval for every single change they made. For that reason, the 80 rooms are small and still somewhat monastic—bare white walls, wooden floors—though they’re extremely comfortable thanks to great beds. With its well-worn stone staircases and quirky layout, the hotel retains a historic atmosphere which most folks will find charming, but some might prefer a more contemporary setting (not to mention elevators to help them upstairs).

One of the most unusual features of the hotel is its tennis court, which is one of the oldest in the land, dating back to 1882 when it was commissioned by King Oscar II. The hotel is happy to arrange a tennis pro to come and give you some lessons. (Another fun feature is that a warehouse on the property once served as ABBA’s recording studio.)

To get to the heart of town you can easily walk (no more than one minute), or take a bus or ferry. The island’s main attraction is the nearby Moderna Museet, which, in addition to its art collection, is terrific for a relaxed weekend brunch with great views over the harbor.

Alternatively, you can have an excellent brunch in the hotel or on the gorgeous terrace overlooking the water. It’s so good it attracts Stockholmers, who also come for lunch or an afternoon coffee (there’s even a once-a-year herring festival). Once they depart, the hotel is again utterly peaceful and charming, even though you are so close to town you can almost imagine you are sleeping in the Stockholm archipelago. It’s a rare combination of qualities.

Who Should Stay

Anyone who wants peaceful nights and families who appreciate the ample outdoor space and quiet location.

Written by Stephen Whitlock

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