Stay on Stockholm’s peaceful Skeppsholmen island, surrounded by water, history and culture yet within walking distance of the city.
Hotel Skeppsholmen, Stockholm
Why Stay at Hotel Skeppsholmen?
Hotel Skeppsholmen gives you a very different way to experience Stockholm. Set on the small island of Skeppsholmen, surrounded by water and mature trees, the hotel feels peaceful and removed from the city, yet you are only a short walk from many of Stockholm’s cultural and historic highlights.
The hotel occupies two historic buildings dating back to the late 17th century, originally built to house Sweden’s Royal Marines. Their character has been carefully retained, with contemporary Swedish design introduced in a way that feels simple, comfortable and sympathetic to the buildings. Original details sit alongside clean Scandinavian interiors, while views towards the gardens, waterfront and surrounding city reinforce the sense that you are staying somewhere distinctly Stockholm.
There is a relaxed restaurant serving seasonal Swedish food, peaceful outdoor spaces and plenty of room to slow down after a day in the city.
Hotel Skeppsholmen is particularly special if you want Stockholm on your doorstep but would rather wake to water, trees and birdsong than the bustle of a conventional city centre hotel.
Where is Hotel Skeppsholmen?
Hotel Skeppsholmen is located on Skeppsholmen island in central Stockholm. Surrounded by the waters of the Stockholm harbour, the island is known for its museums, historic buildings, walking paths and leafy waterfront.
Moderna Museet and ArkDes are close by, while a short walk across the bridge takes you towards the city centre. You can also continue towards Gamla Stan or use Stockholm’s passenger boats to explore Djurgården and other parts of the city from the water.
It is a location that gives you the best of both sides of Stockholm. You have culture, restaurants and historic neighbourhoods close at hand, but return at the end of the day to a much quieter island setting.
Itinerary Inspiration
Begin with a slow morning on Skeppsholmen before walking along the waterfront towards Stockholm’s museums and historic neighbourhoods. Visit Moderna Museet, explore the cobbled streets of Gamla Stan with a private guide or cross the water to Djurgården for the Vasa Museum and beautiful waterside walks.
Stockholm is a city best experienced from the water as well as on foot. Take a private boat into the Stockholm Archipelago, passing wooded islands, traditional summer houses and small coastal communities before returning to the city later in the day.
You could also spend time discovering Stockholm’s food scene, stop for a traditional Swedish fika or explore the galleries, independent shops and Scandinavian design stores found throughout the capital.
Back on Skeppsholmen, enjoy dinner featuring seasonal Swedish ingredients before taking an evening walk around the island as the lights of Stockholm begin to appear across the water.
Experiences You Can Enjoy
- Explore Gamla Stan with a private local guide
- Take a private boat through the Stockholm Archipelago
- Visit Moderna Museet and ArkDes
- Discover the Vasa Museum on Djurgården
- Walk Stockholm’s waterfront and historic neighbourhoods
- Experience a traditional Swedish fika
- Explore Scandinavian art and design
- Discover Stockholm’s restaurants and food halls
- Enjoy cycling and walking around the city’s islands
- Combine Stockholm with a tailor made journey through Sweden
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