Gothenburg, SwedenInom Vallgraven
Hotel Pigalle
Decadent Parisian boudoir hotel
Inom Vallgraven Gothenburg, Sweden
Renovated
2023
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Heritage SocialOutside the door
The house
ESS GroupDecadent Parisian boudoir hotel
The hotel trades Nordic restraint for an indulgent Belle Époque fantasy inspired by early-twentieth-century Paris.
“As soon as you walk through the door into the small reception/café you enter a different time and place, and the modern city life outside fades away.”
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in AFAR.
A quirky, idiosyncratic hotel set within the walls of a historic building. The décor is bold and eclectic, with dramatic features and plenty of personality;
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The front doors open beside the Brunnsparken canal, and Gothenburg Central Station is a five-minute walk away.
The rooms
Bedrooms are individually styled with patterned wallpaper and heavy velvet curtains, unlocked with classic tasseled keys.
At the table
Fourth-floor Restaurant Pigalle serves seasonal French dishes beside a rooftop terrace, and fringed velvet stools line the marble cocktail bars.
How it began
The eighteenth-century building began as a sugar refinery before housing art patron Pontus Fürstenberg's private gallery.
Gothenburg
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.