Getting to Stockholm
By Airplane
Stockholm is served by several airports, but the biggest and best is Arlanda to the north. Several large airlines, including SAS and Finnair who have good routes to Asia, traffic Arlanda from many locations in the world. There are direct flights from some destinations, but most intercontinental flights will connect through European hubs like London and Copenhagen.
To go from Arlanda to central Stockholm you can take the Arlanda Express train or the Flygbussarna airport coaches.
By Boat
Stockholm is known for its beautiful location in the archipelago. If you are flying to Helsinki you can experience this firsthand by taking a cruise ship to Stockholm.
Several large ferry companies run regular services between the two capitals and the trip usually takes around 18 hours. This means that you will leave Helsinki in the afternoon and arrive in Stockholm the following morning. Viking Line and Tallink Silja are the two biggest companies. This is a common way for Swedish people to buy tax-free alcohol or take a short vacation.
By Car
Car is a great way to see Sweden, its endless forests close to Stockholm and rolling plains in the south. To get from mainland Europe to Sweden you will have to pass the Öresundsbron bridge that connects Copenhagen in Denmark and Malmö in Sweden.
Please ask us if you want tips on where to stay along the road or where to see the best of Sweden. There are a few cities along the road that might be cool to check out, like Gränna which is known for its candy canes. The trip from Malmö to Stockholm takes around 7 hours of continuous driving.
By Train
Stockholm Central Station is the largest train station in Sweden and a connecting hub for many local trains, Arlanda Express and the subway. But to be frank, Sweden’s inter city rail network is a joke — with frequent delays and expensive prices. Unless you are travelling from Smallville, Sweden, you are better off taking an airplane or driving.
Staying in Stockholm
Here are a few of the hotels and booking sites we recommend. We will gladly help you find a good hotel to stay at. Just ping us and we’ll spring into action. If you need any help to book, or to find somewhere else to stay, please let us know and we’ll help out.
Hotels
- Hotel J ☆☆☆☆
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This is where iParty will take place. It’s located about 15 minutes by cab from Stockholm, has American inspired rooms and a beautiful view of the archipelago inlet to Stockholm.
- Story Hotel ☆☆☆☆
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Miwa and Kim are staying here between Thursday and Monday. A weird place with great art, located in central Stockholm close to hip Stureplan.
- Nobis Hotel ☆☆☆☆☆
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Luxurious and cool hotel on one of the most expensive streets in Stockholm, close to Story Hotel.
- Lord Nelson ☆☆☆
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Quaint mid range hotel in Gamla Stan, the old parts of the city.
- Lady Hamilton ☆☆☆☆
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Feminine and romantic hotel next to the Royal Palace in Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town, with lots of antiques in the Swedish peasant style.
- Victory Hotel ☆☆☆☆
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Personal and exclusive little “boutique hotel” in Gamla Stan, just like the other group hotels, Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton.
- Freys Hotel ☆☆☆
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Three star boutique hotel located in the central part of Stockholm.
- Lilla Radmannen ☆☆☆
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Stylish hotel located in a peaceful area in the heart of the city.
- Hotel Bakfickan ☆☆
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Comfortable central Stockholm budget hotel with 26 rooms, annexed to Hotel Lilla Radmannen.
- Hotel Rival ☆☆☆☆
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Widely hailed as Stockholm’s first boutique hotel, located in the heart of the hip Södermalm district.