The best hotels in Sweden – Choose your city

Stockholm

When visiting Sweden, the most obvious choice is to go for either Stockholm or Gothenburg. Find these popular cities and other Swedish destinations in our guide to the best hotels in the country.

Cities with the most hotels – Stockholm and Gothenburg

The two largest cities in Sweden are the capital Stockholm and Sweden’s second city Gothenburg. These two destinations are also where the majority of the tourists visiting the country choose to go.

In Stockholm you find a large variety of hotels together with activities for the whole family and an endless number of restaurants. The city also features a rich cultural life and tourist sites like the Royal Palace and Old Town. Gothenburg on the other hand attracts tourists thanks to its beautiful archipelago, large amusement park Liseberg and nice museums. Both cities provide all types of hotels, from luxury and spa hotels to more affordable stays.

The most popular hotel chains in Sweden

The hotel market in Sweden is dominated by a number of major chains, the three largest being Scandic, Strawberry and Elite Hotels. Below you find some of the most popular hotels available for each chain.

Top hotels in the country

Do you want to stay at one of the best hotels in Sweden? According to the White Guide, five of the hotels on the top ten list are found in Stockholm or Gothenburg. The hotels on the list are ranked based on the total experience when staying there.

Top hotels in Stockholm

Top hotels in Gothenburg