Hotels and B&Bs
Stockholm’s archipelago is home to some of the most charming hotels in Sweden. Whether you’re a fan of restored old mansions or genuine archipelago homes, you’ll find a favourite here.
Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast, Vaxholm
Checking in at Vaxholms Bed and Breakfast is like staying at a friend’s house. Accommodation is offered in two rooms on the bottom floor of a 1930s villa. Both rooms have a small kitchen, but breakfast is also offered.
The owners also organise courses in cinnamon bun-baking. Vaxholm, just north of Stockholm, is about an hour’s boat ride away from the city. It’s a picturesque small town with cafés, shops, restaurants and beaches, so there’s a lot to see and do.
Utö Värdshus, Utö
The history of the Inn of Utö Värdshus goes back to the late 19th century. It’s been an important meeting place on the island of Utö, one of the most popular islands in the Stockholm archipelago, ever since. This is thanks to the laid-back ambience, the delicious food and the stylish, marine-themed rooms.
There are activities for every taste too, from yoga classes and hiking to tennis and biking. To get here, take the ferry from Stockholm. Utö, an island with both sandy beaches and secluded cliffs by the sea, is a 2,5-hour trip through the southern archipelago.
Hotell Smådalarö Gård, Dalarö
Hotell Smådalarö Gård is a spa hotel housed in a mansion from 1810. The 56 rooms are like a romantic archipelago dream, with floral wallpapers, wood panels and furnishings in earthy colours. The luxurious spa has four pools, three saunas, and a sun terrace. Well-known Swedish musicians perform here regularly, and there’s also a golf course, tennis- and padel courts and a nice restaurant.
Dalarö, located south of Stockholm, is one of the closest islands to the city. It takes just over an hour to get there; take the number 43 train from the city and change to bus number 839 in Handen.
Fredriksborg Hotel and Fortress, Värmdö
Fredriksborg Fortress, built in 1735 to safeguard Stockholm at the Oxdjupet inlet for a century, has transformed its 18th-century officer's quarters into the present-day Fredriksborg Hotel, offering 15 rooms since 2015.
The hotel welcomes visitors for lodging, lunch, or dinner, boasting breathtaking views of cruise ships and the archipelago below. Guests can also enjoy complimentary guided history tours within the fortress. Open on weekends and daily during summer, the hotel is easily reachable via direct bus or boat from Stockholm.