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Preserved history of Sweden: long-standing and ancient hotels

Swedes are very careful about their historical heritage and monuments of architecture, and therefore hotels located in old buildings offer the highest service and elegant rooms. Hotel Stora Hotellet is located in a building dating back to the 19th century. In addition to cozy rooms in a classic romansque style, guests can visit the library at the hotel, rich in old books. Hotel Pigalle is located in a mid-18th century building in Gothenburg. Its interiors are decorated with luxury in a very elegant style. Guests can enjoy spectacular textures, rich colors and designer wooden furniture.
Photo of Hotel Sven Vintappare, Stockholm Sven Vintappare, Stockholm Fans of culture of the past will enjoy their stay at Sven Vintappare . The design of this hotel is in line with cultural traditions of King Gustav epoch. In guest rooms, there are big beds with high wooden headboards, round tables with carved legs, and comfortable armchairs. In all guest rooms, guests will find interesting landscape paintings, while the original hardwood floors and fireplaces create a cozy and warm atmosphere. The historic building even has a medieval cellar with the arched ceiling that currently hosts a café.
Old Town Lodge, Stockholm There are interesting historic hostels in Stockholm, and Old Town Lodge is one of them. It’s an ideal solution for savvy travelers. The building, in which the hostel is open, was constructed more than 300 years ago. Magnificent stone walls are the main element of guest rooms’ design. All rooms are light and feature lots of natural materials. There is a charming relaxation area with historical style furniture in the hotel’s hall.
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Photo of Hotel Hellstens Malmgård, Stockholm Hellstens Malmgård, Stockholm The comfortable Hellstens Malmgård , which is open in a beautiful 18th-century building, is also not deprived of historical peculiarities. During the reconstruction, many original elements of décor remained in the building of the hotel. No wonder, they add special charm to the design of guest rooms. Fragments of stone walls, light hardwood floors and small fireplaces in rooms – each of the guest rooms has its own look and advantages. Beds in the colonial style and colorful handmade carpets, as well as premium textile draping, only underline the historical décor.
Photo of Best Western Hotel Eggers, Göteborg Best Western Hotel Eggers, Goteborg Located in the immediate vicinity of the central railway station is the Best Western Hotel Eggers , which was founded in a 19th-century building. The hotel offers its guests a trip back several decades and presents to them the opportunity of spending time in the aristocratic atmosphere of the early 20th century as well. A unique atmosphere reigns in the rooms, created by massive wooden furniture with upholstery made from strict shades of fabric, parquet floors lined with luxurious carpets, huge mirrors and paintings in massive frames, vintage table lamps and floor lamps, which all blend together. Even the bathrooms are decorated in accordance with the traditions of past years; they have beautiful mosaics on the walls and a bathtub with high carved legs.
Photo of Stallmästaregården Hotel & Restaurant, Stockholm Stallmästaregården Hotel & Restaurant, Stockholm The next hotel in our list, Stallmästaregården Hotel & Restaurant, is an incredibly comfortable and pleasant place. This high-class hotel and restaurant is open in a beautifully restored 17th-century building. Every detail of the design is a tribute to traditions of past centuries. Elegant wooden furniture, large black-and-white paintings with national motifs, gorgeous frescos on the walls in the restaurant, and blinds with colorful embroidery – one can infinitely admire such a harmonious look of the hotel. The restaurant of Stallmästaregården offers finest Swedish cuisine and is awarded a Michelin star.
Hotel Royal, Goteborg Gothenburg has a lot of amazing historical hotels, among which Hotel Royal occupies a special place. This hotel was opened in 1852, and since then, its owners have put a lot of effort into ensuring that its unique pristine atmosphere is preserved, a task they have achieved quite excellently. In the spacious lobby of the hotel, you will find that a beautiful stone floor with patterns, walls, and ceilings of the historic building decorated with elaborate frescoes has been preserved. Guests can go up to their rooms using a wide marble staircase with carved wrought iron railings. The rooms have also been equipped with the most beautiful antique furniture and genuine works of art. Just as it was many years ago, this historic hotel is today still a charming and unique sight to behold.
Scandic Gamla Stan, Stockholm The building of Scandic Gamla Stan was constructed yet in the middle 17th century. The design of guest rooms is a harmonious combination of traditions of the past and modern style, so antique furniture is in perfect synergy with elegant draping and modern textiles. The spacious hall, where the breakfast is served, is made in the style of the 18th century. The space is beautifully adorned with wooden furniture and old paintings. There is a wonderful terrace on the roof of the historic building. In summer, the terrace looks particularly beautiful because of blooming flowers.
Hotel Pigalle, Goteborg The building which today houses the first-class Hotel Pigalle was built in the year 1749. The hotel offers its customers 38 rooms, all with individual design, as well as an interior created in the best traditions of past years. All rooms are furnished with chic antique furniture and feature beautiful vintage-style wallpapers. The drapery is made from luxurious fabrics of noble shades, and the rooms are beautified with huge mirrors in gilded frames, old paintings, and very cute table lamps and light installations. The attic of this historic building that houses the hotel is today the hall of the Atelier restaurant, and some of its tables are served on the open roof terrace.
Eklanda Apartment Korsvägen, Goteborg Not far from the famous Gothia Towers complex is situated the Eklanda Apartment Korsvägen , designed to accommodate four guests and largely oriented towards those who appreciate ancient traditions. The spacious apartments feature an interesting collection of antique furniture and vintage accessories. The rooms are covered with very beautiful bright wallpaper with patterns, and everywhere you look, you can see old clay pots with fresh flowers, antique clocks, and utensils. The apartments also have a cozy, furnished balcony from which you can behold panoramic views of the historic streets of Gothenburg.
Torpet Mon, Goteborg On the territory of a fabulously beautiful forest is situated the hotel Torpet Mon . It offers three cozy rooms decorated with vintage accessories to visitors. Antique clocks and paintings, beautiful vintage furniture and miniature table lamps with lace shades, all join to give the hotel a unique atmosphere of yesteryear. It also has a small garden surrounding it, from where products which are used to prepare signature dishes in the restaurant are gotten.
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Remarkable old hotels in the top cities of Sweden

Stockholm
The building of Scandic Gamla Stan was constructed yet in the middle 17th century. The design of guest rooms is a harmonious combination of traditions of the past and modern style, so antique furniture is in perfect synergy with elegant draping and modern textiles. The spacious hall, where the breakfast is served, is made in the style of the 18th century. The space is beautifully adorned with wooden furniture and old paintings. There is a wonderful terrace on the roof of the historic building. … Read more
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The building which today houses the first-class Hotel Pigalle was built in the year 1749. The hotel offers its customers 38 rooms, all with individual design, as well as an interior created in the best traditions of past years. All rooms are furnished with chic antique furniture and feature beautiful vintage-style wallpapers. The drapery is made from luxurious fabrics of noble shades, and the rooms are beautified with huge mirrors in gilded frames, old paintings, and very cute table lamps and … Read more

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