Hotel Birger JarlvsRadisson Collection Strand Hotel, Stockholm
Both Hotel Birger Jarl and Radisson Collection Strand Hotel, Stockholm are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Radisson Collection Strand Hotel, Stockholm is the choice of most writers compared to Hotel Birger Jarl. Radisson Collection Strand Hotel, Stockholm is ranked #15 in Stockholm with approval from 9 sources such as Time Out, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
Hotel Birger Jarl
Box 190 Tulegatan 8, Stockholm 10432, Sweden
From $65/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"An unassuming facade belies its chic interior."
Concierge
"The staff makes a concerted effort to keep you happy, and recent bathroom upgrades were a good idea."
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
"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
"This stylish hotel welcomes guests to an airy lobby with a classic Scandinavian feel." Full review
Jetsetter
"A stylish stay in a central, well-connected location near Stockholm Observatory - includes breakfast." Full review
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
"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.
Radisson Collection Strand Hotel, Stockholm
Nybrokajen 9, Box 16396, Stockholm S-10327, Sweden
From $133/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"Well-run hotel in a lively harbourside setting."
Lonely Planet
"It also has a wonderful glass-roofed courtyard and luxurious, individually styled rooms with wooden floors and great views." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The hotel is housed in a historic brick building. Large, light-filled guest rooms overlook the harbor." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Exceptional waterfront location, with views over Nybroviken from the piazza restaurant and piano bar, the Strand offers wireless internet throughout."
Time Out
"Knock-out views of the boats and ferries moored along Nybrokajen and Strandvägen give this excellent business hotel a little something extra." Full review
Star Service
"The location on a quiet street in an exclusive part of town, close to stylish shops, theaters and restaurants, is one of the hotel's main highlights. " Full review
Fodor's
"An art-nouveau monolith, built in 1912 for the Stockholm Olympics, this hotel has been completely and tastefully modernized." Full review
Wallpaper
"In the 170 guestrooms, a circular theme, with round mirrors and globe-shaped pendant lights by local outfit Zero Lighting, takes its cues from the original arched windows." Full review
Michelin Guide
"The Strand stakes out a middle ground, and defends it quite respectably. A conveniently central location is good for business travelers and tourists alik" Full review