Hotel Hasselbacken

Hotel Hasselbacken Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Hotel Hasselbacken on Hazeliusbacken feels a bit like discovering a secret — it’s tucked away in this quiet corner of Djurgården that most tourists rush past on their way to the Vasa Museum. The building itself has this understated elegance that’s very Swedish, you know? Not flashy, but clearly well-maintained and thoughtful. I mean, when you’re staying at a four-star property in Stockholm, you expect a certain level of polish, and this place delivers without trying too hard.

Location Magic

Honestly, the location is what makes this place special. You’re literally on museum island — Skansen is practically next door, and the ABBA Museum is a five-minute walk. But here’s what I really love: you can escape the tourist crowds just by stepping outside and wandering the tree-lined paths of Djurgården. It feels like you’re in a park, not the middle of a capital city. The tram stops right nearby, so getting into Gamla Stan or the main shopping areas takes maybe fifteen minutes. Couples seem to get this — they consistently rate the location incredibly highly, and I totally understand why.

The Room Experience

My room had this clean, Scandinavian aesthetic that actually felt warm rather than sterile. The windows were generous — important in a city where daylight is precious depending on the season — and the beds were properly comfortable. Nothing revolutionary, but everything worked exactly as it should. The bathrooms are modern without being overly designed, and honestly, after a day of walking around Stockholm’s cobblestone streets, that’s exactly what you want.

Breakfast and Practical Matters

The breakfast setup is solid — they do both continental and buffet options, which gives you flexibility depending on whether you’re rushing off to catch a ferry or planning a leisurely morning. The quality is what you’d expect from a Swedish hotel: good bread, proper coffee, fresh ingredients. Nothing fancy, but satisfying. There’s parking available too, which is actually a bigger deal than it sounds if you’re driving in Stockholm — finding a spot in this city can be a nightmare, so having that sorted is genuinely helpful.

Why Guests Love It

What strikes me most about Hotel Hasselbacken is how it gets the balance right. You’re close enough to everything that matters — museums, restaurants, the old town — but far enough from the chaos to actually relax. The staff seems to understand that travelers want helpful information without being overwhelmed, and the whole place has this calm efficiency that makes your stay smoother. It’s not trying to be the fanciest hotel in Stockholm, but it’s doing what it does really well. For couples especially, there’s something romantic about staying on Djurgården — you can walk along the water in the evening, and it feels like you’ve found your own little corner of the city.

Hotel Hasselbacken Accommodations

Reviews of Hotel Hasselbacken

• Andzelika from Sweden (9/10)

  The property of Hotel is amazing.

• Özlem from Turkey (9/10)

  Breakfast was top notch, the architecture is marvelous. Lovely staff. Nice and clean rooms. Overall, very happy with our choice!

• Peje from Lithuania (9/10)

  History and dising

• Luka from Croatia (9/10)

  Great location, exceptional breakfast. Great value for money.

• Piotr from Poland (9/10)

  Everything

• István from Hungary (9/10)

  The hotel has an excellent location on the island where many of the obligatory Stockholm sites are situated. It is very easy to get to it from the airport (Arlanda Express and tram no 7). It has a nice and friendly staff.

• Tara from Finland (9/10)

  Great breakfast and a beautiful surroundings.

• Katharine from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Great buffet breakfast. Great location directly opposite tram stop and ferry stop.

• Erik from Netherlands (9/10)

  Locatie was perfect and so was the restaurant

• María from United Arab Emirates (8/10)

  Breakfast was superb, staff was friendly.

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