Must-see hotels in Scandinavia

  • Rauland Høgfjellshotell

    Southern Norway

    Around 45km west of Rjukan, this excellent mountain hotel promises sweeping views, hints of traditional Telemark decoration, an indoor swimming pool and…

  • Norsjø Ferieland

    Southern Norway

    This superb waterside campsite comes with an impressive array of facilities and activities, including a private beach, minigolf, wakeboarding and…

  • Hotell Conrad

    Southern Sweden

    An old-fashioned hotel that takes up three buildings, with decorations based on the era of the buildings: ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘culture’ from the late 1700s…

  • Risør Hotel

    The Coast

    The only official hotel accommodation in the town centre, with a beautiful location and oh-yes harbour views, the Risør rests a little on its laurels…

  • Kierikin Hovi

    Central Finland

    Across the road from the Kierikkikeskus museum, this simple hotel consists of wooden buildings surrounding a little pond. Its 16 spacious rooms have…

  • Mosjøen Hotell

    Arctic Highway

    Under the same ownership as Mosjøen Camping and about 100m north of the train station, this run-of-the-mill roadhouse offers cosy, good-value but…

  • Hotel Loenfjord

    The Western Fjords

    A smaller-scale hotel than the hulking Hotel Alexandra, to which it belongs, the Loenfjord offers pleasant rooms with a choice of views over the valley or…

  • Camping Sodankylä Nilimella

    Northern Lapland

    Across the river from the town centre, this campground has a riverside cafe-bar, good showers and several saunas. Cabins, discreetly angled for privacy,…

  • Hotel Balka Strand

    Bornholm

    Only 150m from Balka’s sandy beach, this friendly hotel has double rooms and cheery apartments, all with outdoor terraces and functional but dated decor…

  • Hótelíbúðir

    East Iceland

    Four spacious, modern and fully equipped one-bedroom apartments are offered at Hótelíbúðir, sleeping up to four (with large kitchen and handy laundry…

  • Atlanten Camping & Motell

    The Northern Fjords

    This hostel and campground is 3km north from the centre. It's a friendly place and the motel has a well-equipped kitchen, TVs in the rooms and a big…

  • Ramberg Gjestegård

    Lofoten

    At this welcoming campground right on the beach, you can rent a bike, kayak, rowing boat or even a motorboat to explore the island. There's an excellent…

  • Saltstraumen Hotel

    Nordland

    Right next to the visitor centre and a two-minute walk from the maelstrom viewpoints, this hotel is a decent choice if you don't want to miss the main…

  • Villa Garbo

    Turku & Finland's South Coast

    Just north of the centre, this friendly B&B offers easy access to the train station from its rambling gardens and cosy quarters. The rooms are all…

  • Blágil Hut & Campsite

    Southeast Iceland

    The nearest campsite to Laki, with hut facilities, toilets and showers, is at Blágil, about 11km from Laki off Rte F207. The services are operated by the…

  • Hótel Smyrlabjörg

    Southeast Iceland

    A good choice if you're after mod-cons but still want sheep roaming the car park, mountain views, and peace and quiet. This large, welcoming hotel …

  • Hotelli Palomestari

    Lapland

    Near the train and bus stations on a pedestrian street, the 'fire chief' has 32 timber-floored rooms with trademark Finnish furniture, including a desk…

  • STF Vandrarhem Hablingbo

    Gotland

    The compact red-brick STF Vandrarhem Hablingbo is next to Gute Vin – a good restaurant and commercial vineyard. Dorm-style accommodations are basic but…

  • Campground

    North Iceland

    Next to the sports ground at the north end of town, this well-maintained spot has washing machines and limited cooking facilities, but not nearly enough…

  • Kastelholms Gästhem

    Åland Archipelago

    The closest accommodation to Kastelholms Slott is this pleasant little guesthouse. Most of its spotless floral rooms have private bathrooms, and there’s…

  • Kjørnes Camping

    The Western Fjords

    Space is at a premium at this fjord-side campsite, especially when the caravans roll in, so it's worth booking into one of the cabins by the water's edge,…

  • Hótel Staðarborg

    East Iceland

    Once a school, cheerful, plant-filled Hótel Staðarborg has neat, updated rooms, plus lake-fishing and horse-riding opportunities. There's a handful of…

  • Seljord Camping og Badeplass

    Southern Norway

    There are soft grassy pitches beside the lake and cabins that range from the super-basic to the truly luxurious. The camp also serves as the dock for…

  • Rjukan Gjestegård

    Southern Norway

    This central guesthouse occupies the buildings of the old youth hostel and is something of a travellers' centre. Despite its bleak exterior, the rooms…

  • Silver Cross 45

    Lappland

    This family-friendly hostel has cosy wood-panelled rooms and shared facilities in an old converted church. It's best described as slightly out of left…

  • Steinvik Camping

    The Western Fjords

    The nearest campsite to Måløy has spectacular views over the busy sea lane and a particularly cosy common room with sofas and armchairs. To get there,…

  • Narvik Camping

    Narvik

    Sound sleep is not guaranteed for those under canvas at what's otherwise a perfectly adequate campground, overlooking the fjord and E6, 2km northeast of…

  • Kårøy Rorbucamping

    Lofoten

    Rooms sleep two, four or six at this authentic rorbu on the minuscule island of Kårøy. Bathrooms are communal and there are self-catering facilities. You…

  • Ormnäs Camping

    Turku & Finland's South Coast

    A 1.4km stroll southeast of the town centre, this easygoing campground has its own picturesque slice of beach, complete with beach sauna. Bikes and rowing…

  • Sälens Vandrarhem

    Dalarna

    This rustic hostel 27km north of Sälen is a fantastic hideaway. It’s based in a peaceful nature reserve at Gräsheden (near Näsfjället), with some great…

  • Mestarin Kievari

    Lapland

    The 21 rooms are comfortable if fairly unadorned at this central inn. Some are in a newer wing, while others have a private sauna; spacious family rooms…

  • Keldunes

    North Iceland

    Modern guesthouse with good kitchen-dining area, a hot-pot, and large balconies for birdwatching; dinner is available on request. There are decent…

  • Quality Hotel Alexandra

    The Northern Fjords

    The exterior of this place is pretty devoid of interest, but give it a chance: rooms are surprising, with wooden floors, comfy beds, big TVs and minimal…

  • Borg Guesthouse

    East Iceland

    Borg is a solid bet for a budget bed. Rooms are OK if old-fashioned, with cooking and lounge facilities; breakfast costs 1250kr. Cheaper sleeping-bag…

  • Lillehammer Camping

    Central Norway

    Not the most attractive campsite you'll ever pitch a peg on, but the lakeside location and facilities – laundry facilities, water-sports equipment,…

  • Hardangerfjord Hotel

    Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords

    This large modern hotel on the fjord has views across the water to mountains crowned by the Folgefonna icecap. The 87 rooms have been renovated and are…

  • Sinisen Pyörän Kievari

    Central Finland

    In Hailuoto, the 'Blue Bike Inn' is a picturesque cluster of wooden farm buildings in a tranquil setting. Four pretty rooms share a bathroom above a cafe …

  • Hótel Hvolsvöllur

    The South

    This large bland-looking hotel is slightly better than it appears. The 64 simple rooms have options to accommodate two to five people and all come with…

  • Sammakkoniemi

    The Finnish Lakeland

    Operated by Oravi Village, this summer-only campground on Linnansaari Island has simple sites, five huts and shared cooking and toilet facilities. It also…

  • Fredriksten Camping

    Southern Norway

    A great location amid the trees and adjacent to the fortress makes this well-run place a winner. It also offers minigolf and, after the fortress closes…

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