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Hotel Birger JarlvsHotel Diplomat

Both Hotel Birger Jarl and Hotel Diplomat are praised by travel writers. Overall, Hotel Diplomat ranks significantly better than Hotel Birger Jarl. Hotel Diplomat has a TripExpert Score of 91 with endorsements from 13 reviews such as Rough Guide, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.

Hotel Birger Jarl
7/10
Box 190 Tulegatan 8, Stockholm 10432, Sweden
From $65/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"An unassuming facade belies its chic interior."
Concierge Concierge
"The staff makes a concerted effort to keep you happy, and recent bathroom upgrades were a good idea."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Currently, standard rooms are on the small and tired side, with a vague ‘70s vibe, but the designer rooms, each put together by a different Swedish designer, are an immersive experience." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Although it’s named after the man who founded Stockholm in the 13th century, the Hotel Birger Jarl is all about modern design." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This stylish hotel welcomes guests to an airy lobby with a classic Scandinavian feel." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A stylish stay in a central, well-connected location near Stockholm Observatory - includes breakfast." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Fans of genuine retro should check themselves into the Retro Room, which looks just as it did in 1974, having accidentally been overlooked during the hotel's renovation." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Though the Birger Jarl isn't as hot as it was when it launched in 2000,  it's still the best place to stay in downtown Stockholm if you're a sucker for Scandinavian design." Full review
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For a flashback experience request room #247, a 1974 holdover accidentally overlooked during the 2000 makeover.
Hotel Diplomat
8/10
Strandvagen 7C, Box 14059, Stockholm 114 56, Sweden
From $170/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Attractive 1911 art nouveau building blending early 20C charm with contemporary furnishings and facilities."
Concierge Concierge
"Family-owned and has a prime waterfront location on this very desirable street... the Diplomat is hip and modern."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Within easy walking distance of Djurgården, this elegant hotel is less flashy than most in its price range, but it's chic with subtle, tasteful designs and has an efficient staff." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This Art Nouveau hotel, dating from 1911, has rooms in many different styles, all luxurious and some with excellent harbour views." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Hotel Diplomat is located on the grand boulevard Strandvagen, overlooking the cityscape and the harbor." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"With a prestigious address on Strandvägen, this hotel offers every amenity and a renowned standard of service to its guests."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"One of the city’s top hotels, offering individually decorated rooms with wonderful views over Stockholm’s inner harbour."
Time Out Time Out
"The Diplomat is one of Stockholm's best-preserved art nouveau buildings, and its glamourous Strandvägen site affords some stunning views." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Originally an embassy for several nations, the ornate 1911 building is accented with wrought-iron balconies and fronted by antiquarian bookstores." Full review
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For a great view, request 501 or 503.
BlackBook BlackBook
"Old and beautiful restored Jugend building dated back in 1914. 128 rooms with lots of character and a sober, harmonious colour scheme."
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