Pros

  • Located on an island by the waterfront, a short walk to several museums
  • Ferry port and bus stop right outside hotel door
  • Cool, contemporary Scandinavian design
  • All rooms have park or sea views
  • Modern and stylish bathrooms with designer wash basins and toiletries
  • Delicious breakfast buffet included in room rate
  • Mini fitness center
  • Great restaurant serving classic Swedish dishes
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel
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Cons

  • Fitness center is small
  • No lobby
  • Standard Rooms are small
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Bottom Line

Boutique Hotel Skeppsholmen, located on a serene island in the center of Stockholm, is luxurious but casually so, a stylish urban retreat for travelers looking for calm without losing out on location. Housed in a historic building, the hotel blends Old World charm with modern, minimalist Scandinavian design with a finger on the pulse of all things cool -- staff uniforms come courtesy of cult brand Acne, bath products are Byredo, and bathrooms are equipped with Italian Boffi sinks. Those looking for a slightly more affordable, but equally hip, upscale stay might consider the Story Hotel in Östermalm.

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Amenities

  • Fitness Center
  • Internet

Oyster Hotel Review

Hotel Skeppsholmen

Scene

Urban retreat, calm atmosphere, hip and modern Scandinavian design

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.

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Location

Peaceful island setting in central Stockholm

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.

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Rooms

Stylish, minimalist design, hip Swedish furniture, designer sinks, and Byredo bath products

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.

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Features

Great restaurant, free breakfast buffet, tiny fitness center

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.

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Oyster Hotel Review

Hotel Skeppsholmen

Scene

Urban retreat, calm atmosphere, hip and modern Scandinavian design

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.

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Location

Peaceful island setting in central Stockholm

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.

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Rooms

Stylish, minimalist design, hip Swedish furniture, designer sinks, and Byredo bath products

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.

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Features

Great restaurant, free breakfast buffet, tiny fitness center

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.

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Business Center

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Breakfast

  • Internet

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Mini Bar (with liquor)

  • Poolside Drink Service

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Tennis Court

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