English Corner
Nine quirky places to stay in Sweden
Anyone looking for an unforgettable place to stay should travel to Sweden. From tree houses and bird’s nests perched up high, to underwater apartments and futuristic UFO hotels—there is bound to be an unusual hotel to suit all tastes in Sweden.
In the belly of an elk
Sleeping in the belly of a moose: an overnight stay in the Wrågården moose park in Falköping in western Sweden promises an unusual experience. The shelters are made of wood and replicate larger-than-life moose. Visitors can spend the night in close proximity to the majestic animals, with a direct view of the moose enclosure. More information.
One night in a tree hotel
Spend the night in a castle in the air: Islanna offers tree hotels that hover seven meters above the ground, nestled in nature near Lake Hornborga in western Sweden. The tree hotels were designed by a local artist and offer not only luxurious accommodation, but also a fantastic view of the surrounding area. More information.
A mushroom apartment for the family
Just a few kilometers from Lyrestad in western Sweden, you have the opportunity to spend the night in a mushroom or tree stump dwelling. The accommodation at Norrqvarn Hotell & Konferens is located in a picturesque forest with a cozy atmosphere and offers everything you need for an exciting family trip. More information.
Like the Vikings
Glamping with the Vikings: On the island of Björkö in Lake Mälaren, visitors can spend the night in luxurious glamping tents between June and September and discover the fascinating world of the Vikings. The tents offer modern comfort and provide an insight into the life of the Vikings who roamed the land over a thousand years ago. More information.
A time-out in nature
Kolarbyn Eco Lodge in Västmanland offers simple, nature-loving accommodation in coal cabins. Here, guests can take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the beauty of the Swedish outdoors. More information.
Under the water surface
You can spend the night underwater in the Swedish town of Västerås: The Utter Inn is a small underwater hotel with a sleeping chamber three meters below the water's surface. The windows of the sleeping chamber offer a view of the underwater world. More information.
In the bird's nest
All bird lovers will get their money's worth here: In the “Treehotel” in Lapland, the Biosphere Chamber, surrounded by 340 nesting boxes for birds, offers an extraordinary overnight stay in nature. In addition to the Biosphere Chamber, there are other tree hotels such as the Mirrorcube, the Bird's Nest and the UFO Chamber. More information.
At -7 degrees
The accommodation in Jukkasjärvi, in the north of Sweden, is not for those who are sensitive to the cold. The famous ice hotel is open all year round and offers artful ice suites at a constant temperature of -7 degrees Celsius. More information.
Dive into Middle-earth
A must for fantasy fans: in Nacka, the green suburb of Stockholm, you can spend the night in a lovingly designed hobbit house. If you want to immerse yourself in the world of Middle-earth and relax, you will find your retreat here. More information.