Where to Stay in Stockholm: My Selection of the Best Accommodations

Wondering where to stay in Stockholm? Looking for the best areas and districts?

You’re at the right place!

As I know Stockholm very well, I have created this guide of:

• Stockholm’s best areas for your stay (with details about the best places to visit and nearby attractions)
• For each area and district, the best hotels depending on your budget

Let’s find your dream hotel now!

My favorite hotels in Stockholm

Here’s a quick summary of my favorite hotels in Stockholm, in case you don’t have time to read my detailed article.

Simply click on the hotel names in orange to access details and rates:

• Where to stay in Stockholm for sightseeing: Hotel With Urban Deli, excellent value for money and located in the city center!
• Best hotel Stockholm old town: Victory Hotel, for its cozy atmosphere and wonderful wine bar 🍷
• The Best 5-star hotel in Stockholm: Ett Hem, for its outstanding service, breakfast and restaurant or the iconic Grand Hotel Stockholm
• Where to stay in Stockholm on a budget: City Backpackers Hostel, for its excellent location
• Best family-friendly hotel in Stockholm: Freys Hotel, for its beautiful design and tasty breakfast
• My favorite hotel in Stockholm for a romantic stay: Hotel Diplomat Stockholm, for a lovely evening overlooking the bay.

In Norrmalm District

Norrmalm is the city center of Stockholm, and it’s simply the most convenient neighborhood to stay in.

You will be close to all main attractions of the city and will also be able to get around easily, whether on foot or by using public transportation.

The district offers the widest choice of accommodations and boasts several shopping avenues, home to plenty of boutiques, bars, and restaurants.

For me, Norrmalm is the best district for a stay in Stockholm!

I recommend this area for your stay in Stockholm:

• Because it’s the best starting point to explore the city on foot, due to its central location
• If you’re looking for a lively area
• For shopping
• To enjoy the nightlife of the Swedish capital.

This district is the ideal place to discover:

• Sergels torg, the city’s main square
• The Royal Swedish Opera, a beautiful 19th-century building
• The Kungsträdgården park, famous for its cherry blossoms in spring and its ice rink in winter
• The Stockholm City Hall, offering a magnificent view of the city
• The numerous shopping centers: Gallerian, NK Stockholm, Mood Stockholm, PK-Huset
• St. James’s Church
• The Nationalmuseum and its collection of art ranging from the Middle Ages to today.

Where to stay in Norrmalm district?

• Hotel With Urban Deli: Located 500 meters from Sergels Tor. Comfortable rooms from 150$ per night, including breakfast. Strong points: varied and quality breakfast, calm, attentive staff, close to the best places to visit. A great choice for its excellent value for money.
• Best Western and hotel: Located 12 minutes walk from the Kungsträdgården. Cozy rooms from 180$ per night, breakfast included! Strong points: very comfortable, centrally located, good breakfast, good common areas.
• Haymarket by Scandic: Art Deco inspired hotel located 500 meters from Medelhavsmuseet. Double rooms from 210$ per night, excellent breakfast for 20$. Strong points: good atmosphere, bar and restaurant, friendly staff, full breakfast.
• At Six: This modern 5-star hotel is just 5 minutes from the Kungsträdgården. Stay in elegantly decorated rooms from $240, breakfast $25. Strong points:the wine bar with terrace, the delicious restaurant – A great hotel for a romantic weekend in Stockholm!
• Grand Hôtel Stockholm: Next to the Nationalmuseum, this luxury hotel offers warm, classic-style rooms from $370, breakfast $37. Strong points: the impeccable service, the indoor pool, the calm, the excellent restaurants. My recommendation for a luxury stay in Stockholm!

In Gamla Stan District

Gamla Stan district is the old town of Stockholm.

This is where the city’s first inhabitants settled during the Middle Ages.

With its small squares, historic buildings, and pedestrian cobblestone streets, it’s the most picturesque place to stay in the Swedish capital.

However, being a very small island, there are only a few hotels, so you’ll need to book well in advance if you want to stay here during your trip to Stockholm!

This district is ideal for accommodation in Stockholm:

• To immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city
• For its authentic atmosphere (even if it’s quite touristic)
• To easily get around, the city since Gamla Stan is served by the metro and ferries.

In Gamla Stan, you shouldn’t miss:

• The Royal Palace of Stockholm, which houses the residence of the Kings of Sweden. Inside you can visit the royal apartments and the chapel.
• Stortorget, the main square of the historical center, lined with colorful buildings
• Saint Nicholas Cathedral, or Storkyrkan: built in the 13th century, it’s the city’s oldest church
• The Nobel Museum, detailing the history of the Nobel Prize (Alfred Nobel was born in Stockholm)
• The Medieval Museum of Stockholm featuring numerous reconstructions and displays
• The Riksdag, the parliament of the Kingdom of Sweden. A picturesque and photogenic building.

Here is my selection of the best hotels in Stockholm’s old town

• Hotel Sven Vintappare: A hotel that will make you travel back in time, located 3 minutes from the Nobel Museum. Period rooms from 190$ per night, breakfast included! Strong points: very cozy, super friendly staff, delicious homemade breakfast. A lovely boutique hotel for your stay in Stockholm.
• Lady Hamilton Hotel: Charming hotel just 20 meters from St. Nicholas Cathedral. Double room from 200$ per night including breakfast. Strong points: nice decor, friendly staff, central location, comfortable.
• Hôtel Reisen in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt: 200 meters from the Iron Child sculpture. Double rooms from 200$ per night, breakfast 28$. Strong points: Spa and restaurant, rich breakfast, beautiful views, friendly staff.
• Victory Hotel: Located an 8-minute walk from Stockholm’s Medieval Museum. Beautiful naval-themed rooms from $215 per night, including breakfast. Strong points: Very comfortable, centrally located, great service, wine bar and great restaurant – An excellent hotel for a high-end stay in Stockholm!

In Sodermalm District

Sodermalm district, which is actually a large island, is located just south of Gamla Stan.

You just need to cross the bridge to reach the historic center of Stockholm.

Sodermalm is an evolving area, transforming into a trendy and somewhat bohemian neighborhood, with its craft shops, art galleries, and hip cafes.

You should stay in the northern part of Sodermalm, to be close to the sights and make it easier to travel to other districts.

Further south, Sodermalm becomes a pretty basic residential area, with little interest.

You’ll like this neighborhood:

• For its artistic and alternative vibe
• For a stay with friends in Stockholm.

Best places to visit in Sodermalm district:

• Mariaberget viewpoint offering the best panorama of the old town
• Skinnarviksberget hill, another beautiful viewpoint
• Stockholm City Museum, recounting the history of the city
• Fotografiska, the photography museum.

Best Accommodations in Södermalm District

• Hotel Hornsgatan: Located just a 7-minute walk from the Mariaberget viewpoint. Bright double rooms with shared bathroom from 130$ per night, breakfast included! Strong points: super friendly staff, snacks available during the day, close to restaurants, tasty breakfast. Ideal for a quiet stay in Södermalm district!
• Hotel Hellstens Malmgård: Located in a historic building 300 meters from Skinnarviksberget hill. Colorful double room from 180$ including breakfast. Strong points: cozy room, comfortable beds, excellent breakfast, well connected to public transports.
• NOFO Hotel: Boutique hotel with eclectic decor located 500 meters from the Stockholm Photographic Museum. Double room from 210$ per night, breakfast included. Strong points: excellent buffet service, thoughtful design, fabulous wine bar, nice terrace. A very nice boutique hotel!
  
• Hotel Frantz: Charming hotel located next to the Stockholm City Museum. Cozy double rooms from 230$ per night with breakfast included in the price. Strong points: very welcoming staff, central location, fabulous breakfast.
• Hotel Rival: Located opposite the Mariatorget park. Eclectic room with nods to Swedish cinema from 240$ per night, with a really good breakfast included. Strong points: super friendly staff, calm and quiet, comfortable, 10 minutes from the center. Simply the best hotel for a stay in Södermalm!

In Ostermalm District

Ostermalm is the district located just east of Norrmalm.

It’s considered the upscale and chic neighborhood of Stockholm. It’s quite lively during the day, features luxury shops, but becomes calmer in the evening.

Ostermalm is well served by the subway, allowing you to travel anywhere in the city easily.

It’s also the most convenient area to visit Djurgården island (which has almost no hotels).

The island hosts some of Stockholm’s most famous museums such as the Vasa Museum, which displays a 17th-century warship, the ABBA Museum dedicated to the famous Swedish band, and the Viking Museum.

And for a family stay, Djurgården is also home to the aquarium, Skansen (a park with animals) and an amusement park.

Best things to do in Ostermalm:

• Saluhall Food Market with its stalls that tempt you to taste everything
• The Army Museum
• The Stockholm History Museum
• A stroll along the quays of Strandvägen
• Karlaplan Square.

Best Hotels to Stay in Ostermalm District

• Mornington Hotel Stockholm: Located a 7-minute walk from the Army Museum. Cozy double rooms from 150$ per night, breakfast included. Strong points: nice inner courtyard, quiet, live music in the hall, friendly staff. My favorite hotel of its excellent value for money in Ostermalm.
• Scandic Park: Located right across the street from the Humlegården. Sober double room from 185$ per night, breakfast included. Strong points: wonderful buffet, comfortable beds, comfortable.
• Elite Eden Park Hotel: Modern hotel located a 10-minute walk from the Strandvägen waterfront. Sophisticated room from 230$ per night, breakfast included. Strong points: great restaurants, nice neighborhood, close to many stores, beautiful views.
• Hotel Diplomat Stockholm: Next to Nybroviken Bay and 300 meters from Stockholm’s Royal Theater, this luxury hotel offers elegant rooms that blend the building’s classic spirit with contemporary design from $280, breakfast $30. Strong points: beautiful views of the bay, sauna and spa, good breakfast, excellent service. Simply one of my favorite hotels in Stockholm!
• Ett Hem: This accommodation is not a hotel, it is an experience. Located 3 minutes from the Engelbrektskyrkan church. Enjoy a luxurious stay in its intimate rooms and splendid spaces from 560$ per night with breakfast included. Strong points: delicious food, beautiful outdoor courtyard, wonderful service – My favorite hotel for a luxury stay in Ostermalm!

Where to Stay in Stockholm on a Budget

If you’re on a tighter budget, here’s a selection of some affordable hotels in Stockholm:

• City Backpackers Hostel: Hostel located 500 meters from Stockholm Central Station. Bed in a dormitory from 20$ per night. Strong points: sauna, free snacks, ice skate loan, library.
• STF Zinkensdamm Hostel: Located next to Tantolunden park in Södermalm. Room with shared bathroom from 60$ per night, breakfast 9$. Strong points: breakfast buffet, quiet area, friendly staff, well connected.
• Castle House Inn: Located 3 minutes from the Royal Palace in Gamla Stan. Room with shared bathroom from 80$ per night, breakfast 7$. Strong points: in the historic center, comfortable room, friendly staff. Perfect for a stay in Stockholm without breaking the bank!
• Generator Stockholm: Located 13 minutes from the Paradox Museum. Double room from 80$ per night. Strong points: youthful atmosphere, comfortable beds, good bar.
• Scandic GO, Upplandsgatan 4: Located 500 meters from Sergels Tor. Double room from $90 per night. Strong points: good breakfast, central location, friendly staff, varied buffet.

Where to stay in Stockholm with Family

• Citybox Stockholm: Located 200 meters from the City Museum. Family room with 1 double bed and bunk bed from 170$ per night. Strong points: shared kitchen, very clean, centrally located. I highly recommend this hotel for a family stay in Stockholm on a budget!
  
• Downtown Camper by Scandic: Located 3 minutes from Medelshavsmuseet. Spacious double room from 250$ per night, breakfast 20$. Strong points: pool, spa, nice views, varied breakfast.
• Elite Hotel Adlon: Located 500 meters from Sergels Torg. Bright family rooms with breakfast included from 260$ per night. Strong points: views, rich breakfast, good service, central location.
• Best Western and hotel: Located 4 minutes from the Paradox Museum in Stockholm – a perfect visit for children! Family room from 310$ per night. Strong points: full breakfast, cozy and comfortable, comfortable beds.
• Freys Hotel: Located in Norrmalm district, family room with balcony from 330$ per night, breakfast included. Strong points: delicious breakfast, close to the train to the airport, very comfortable, The best hotel for a family stay in Stockholm!
  

What is the best hotel in Stockholm?

If you are looking for the best hotel in Stockholm, I recommend you the Ett Hem or the excellent Grand Hôtel Stockholm.

And if you’re looking for something a little more affordable but still luxurious, you shoud book a night or more at the At Six or the Hotel Diplomat Stockholm, depending on your tastes.

Where to stay in Stockholm: The best hotels

To give you a better overview of the best hotels in Stockholm, whether in the city center or elsewhere, I’ve prepared a table summarizing all the ones I talk about in this article. You can sort them by price or by district!

Hotel	Areas	Price (from)
Hotel With Urban Deli	Norrmalm	150$
Best Western and hotel	Norrmalm	180$
Haymarket by Scandic	Norrmalm	210$
At Six	Norrmalm	240$
Grand Hôtel Stockholm	Norrmalm	370$
Hotel Sven Vintappare	Gamla Stan	190$
Lady Hamilton Hotel	Gamla Stan	200$
Hôtel Reisen in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt	Gamla Stan	200$
Victory Hotel	Gamla Stan	215$
Hotel Hornsgatan	Sodermalm	130$
Hotel Hellstens Malmgård	Sodermalm	180$
NOFO Hotel, WorldHotels Crafted	Sodermalm	210$
Hotel Frantz, WorldHotels Crafted	Sodermalm	230$
Hotel Rival	Sodermalm	240$
Mornington Hotel Stockholm	Ostermalm	150$
Scandic Park	Ostermalm	185$
Elite Eden Park Hotel	Ostermalm	230$
Hotel Diplomat Stockholm	Ostermalm	280$
Ett Hem	Ostermalm	560$
City Backpackers Hostel	Cheap Hotel	20$
STF Zinkensdamm Hostel	Cheap Hotel	60$
Castle House Inn	Cheap Hotel	80$
Generator Stockholm	Cheap Hotel	80$
Scandic GO, Upplandsgatan 4	Cheap Hotel	90$
Citybox Stockholm	Hotel for families	170$
Downtown Camper by Scandic	Hotel for families	250$
Elite Hotel Adlon	Hotel for families	260$
Best Western and hotel	Hotel for families	310$
Freys Hotel	Hotel for families	330$

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