🇸🇪 10 out-of-the-ordinary stays in Sweden: From UFOs to ice hotels

October 12, 2024
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Ever dreamed of spending the night inside a giant moose, mushroom, or UFO? From treehouses and underwater hotels to savanna stays, Sweden offers a variety of accommodations that provide more than just a place to stay for travelers of all ages. Here are ten must-try accommodations for your next Swedish adventure:

  1. Sleep Inside a Moose among the Moose
    At Wrågården Elk & Deer Park near Falköping (West Sweden), you can spend the night in a massive wooden lodge shaped like a moose. These cozy yet zany lodges offer views of the wildlife enclosure, where you can spot moose, fallow deer, and bison. Visitors can also join a bison safari for an up-close wildlife adventure. Learn more.
  2. Stay in a Castle in the Air
    Islanna Tree Hotels, located near Lake Hornborga in West Sweden, feature treehouses built seven meters (23 to 30 feet) above ground in majestic oak trees, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding forest. Drift off to sleep surrounded by leaves as the wind gently rocks you to sleep. Learn more.
  3. Mushroom or Stump House Stay
    If you’re looking for a fairytale-like escape, check out Norrqvarn Hotel & Conference’s mushroom and tree stump cottages. Nestled in a picturesque Swedish forest, just outside the village of Lyrestad in West Sweden, these two whimsical, oversized mushrooms are ideal for a family getaway and for those looking to cycle or hike along the scenic Göta Canal. Learn more.
  4. Glamping with Vikings
    From June to September, visitors to Björkö Island in Lake Mälaren can enjoy luxury glamping tents while exploring Viking history. These tents combine modern comfort with a glimpse into life a thousand years ago.Learn more.
  5. Stay in a Charcoal Burner’s Hut
    Kolarbyn Eco Lodge in Västmanland, Sweden’s most primitive hostel, offers a rustic, eco-friendly stay in traditional charcoal huts. Tucked away in the spruce forest with no electricity or showers, it’s the perfect place to disconnect and experience the beauty of Swedish nature. Learn more.
  6. Sleep Underwater
    Hotel Utter Inn in Västerås offers an unforgettable underwater experience. The bedroom is located three meters below the surface, providing a unique view of the aquatic world beneath you. Learn more.
  7. Nestled Among the Birds
    The Biosphere room at Treehotel in Lapland is surrounded by 340 birdhouses, offering a secluded and nature-immersed stay. Bird enthusiasts will find this unique accommodation both cozy and fascinating. Learn more.
  8. Zoom into a UFO
    Another standout at Treehotel is the UFO room, offering accommodation for up to five people with futuristic lighting and design. This space-themed retreat is perfect for stargazers and dreamers. Learn more.
  9. The Ice Hotel
    Sweden’s famous Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi is now open year-round. Guests can stay in intricately designed ice suites, kept at a constant -7°C (19°F), providing an unforgettable experience of sleeping on ice. Learn more.
  10. Hobbit House Stay
    In the green suburbs of Stockholm, in Nacka, you can stay in a lovingly crafted Hobbit house. Hobbit Stockholm B&B offers a peaceful escape while bringing Middle-earth’s fantasy to life. Guests can even enjoy a Lord of the Rings movie marathon in a setting straight out of the Shire. Learn more.

For more inspiration and information about unique stays in Sweden, see Visit Sweden.

PR contact: Josefin Haraldsson, Visit Sweden US: [email protected]