Norrmalm Stockholm, Sweden
Renovated
2017
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
StrawberryNordic design showcase
A calm, design-led tone unfolds across the communal spaces, shaped by nuanced architectural lighting and welcoming Scandinavian minimalism.
“The formerly sombre interiors have been elevated by lots of light timber and an understated colour palette of baby blues and burnt orange.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Interiors feature solid Swedish Ekeberg marble, blonde ash timbering, and custom mood lighting across all public spaces.
Listed
Lykke Bar and Lounge pours Scandinavian craft beers and Swedish-inspired cocktails beside the open lobby.
Listed
Rooms include red Swedish Dala horses in minibars, while Restaurant Lykke serves seasonal Scandinavian small plates.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Wallpaper*.
Nordic Light’s interiors are all 21st-century modern minimalism, Scandinavian style, set apart from countless otherwise similar hotels by an inordinate attention to lighting;
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Directly beside Central Station and the Arlanda Express, the hotel puts Norrmalm shopping and waterfront walks to Gamla Stan within easy reach.
The rooms
Anders Hilding beds with organic linens anchor light-filled spaces, complemented by rainfall showers, Grown Alchemist amenities, and soundproofed windows.
The gym
Cardio machines, free weights, and stretching mats fill the 24-hour fitness room, with massage treatments arranged on request.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant Lykke
The open kitchen serves seasonal Scandinavian dishes under slatted timber ceilings, flanked by a marble bar and wine display.
How it began
First opened in 2001 as an early Stockholm design hotel, the former office building was thoroughly reimagined with handcrafted Scandinavian woodwork.
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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.