Hotel Skeppsholmen

An urban oasis in the center of
Stockholm, Hotel Skeppsholmen is situated on a small, peaceful island of the
same name and provides respite from city life while being conveniently located
within close proximity to many sights and attractions. The impressive pale-yellow buildings are housed in what were once Royal Marine barracks and are now
an idyllic setting surrounded by a lovely park. A strong dose of
history and-old world charm meets modern, Scandinavian design in the bright
interiors that are full of cool art and contemporary furniture. The hotel
doesn’t have much of a lobby – guests are greeted by a sleek and simple front
desk that neighbors the Langa Raden restaurant. There are some common areas throughout the
hotel, such as a handful of comfy armchairs illuminated by a large window in
the hallway, with a selection of coffee table tomes at hand. It
is this attention to stylish detail that the hotel excels at, keenly aware of
what’s cool and eager to showcase Swedish designers and artists. The hotel is
illuminated by hip lighting installations, staff is outfitted in uniforms
courtesy of cult brand Acne, and Byredo candles scent the hallways.

Situated on a small and peaceful
island of the same name, Hotel Skeppsholmen is an urban escape in an almost
rural setting, yet is still close to central Stockholm. Housed in the
former Royal Marine barracks dating back to 1699, the hotel overlooks the
waterfront and is surrounded by a beautiful park. There is a port right outside the hotel with ferries departing regularly for the Old Town, Gamla Stan.
There is also a bus stop outside of the hotel. There are several museums
located on the island, including the Museum of Modern Art and the Museum of
Architecture, which are within a five-minute walk.

The 81 rooms and suites at Hotel Skeppsholmen
are light, airy, and modern with a distinctly Scandinavian flavor. Blond wooden
floors and large windows overlooking either the water or park are complemented
by a soft color scheme, minimalist design, and hip Swedish furniture. Fluffy
Duxiana beds and billowy floor-length curtains have a calming and ethereal
effect, and bring to mind the fog that rolls up on the island most mornings,
the main inspiration behind the neutral tones permeating the hotel. Bright pops
of color like round yellow tables or turquoise armchairs lend a whimsical
touch. Each room is equipped with a work desk, flat screen TV, minibar, and a selection of cute paper-bag
packaged underwear and socks from Swedish brand Bread & Boxers for forgetful guests. The
Standard Rooms are a bit small, but the Superior XL and the Suites offer more
space.Modern design extends into the
bathrooms, where the Italian Boffi sinks are an entrancing sight –
water pours onto a large, smooth stone instead of a traditional basin. All
rooms are equipped with showers with integrated illumination and bath products
from cult Swedish favorite Byredo. The Officer’s Suite also has a standalone
tub.

The restaurant Langa Raden is
a hit with locals and travelers alike, serving classic Swedish dishes with an
emphasis on local produce. A bright and welcoming space with views over the
waterfront, the restaurant aims at “social dining,” encouraging guests to mix
and mingle. The restaurant is often busy, so reservations are usually required and service can be slow. A delicious Swedish breakfast buffet is included in the
room rate, and guests particularly rave about the homemade breads and pastries.
The hotel has a tiny fitness center on-site. There are several
meeting rooms and event spaces available within the hotel and at a neighboring
location. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property.