11. Experience world-leading design at Arctic Bath (Swedish Lapland)
Arctic Bath, launched earlier this year, has been recognized as one of the world’s best new hotels for its breathtaking architecture. The architects also behind the equally bombastic and nearby, Treehotel, have designed the spa-inspired by the log driving that historically took place here. Arctic Bath offers cabins on both land and on water, built with Swedish design using natural and sustainable materials. Read more.
12. NEW lighthouse hotel Pater Noster (West Sweden)
At the far end of the west coast archipelago, this barren island can be found. For one hundred years, the lighthouse on Hamneskär guided ships through these infamous and feared waters. Today, thanks to a couple of enthusiasts who have restored the houses, the nine-bedroom hotel offers guests the opportunity to explore the previously inaccessible island, with its dramatic nature and accompanied by the lighthouse’s fascinating history. Read more.
13. The iconic Treehotel (Swedish Lapland)
In the northern parts of Sweden in the midst of a pinewood forest, lies this architectural highlight. Childhood fantasies will come to life in these treehouses, suspended 4-10 meters above the ground. Choose from different designs such as the Mirrorcube, covered in reflective glass, or the Bird’s Nest, designed to look just like a gigantic bird’s nest. The Treehotel is the ultimate place to experience forest bathing the Swedish way. Read more.
14. Unwind at the 72-hour Cabins (West Sweden)
A one-hour drive north of Gothenburg is Dalsland; home to these truly unique glass cabins. Designed by architect, Jeanna Berger, the cabins offer a perfect place to experience the calming effect of Swedish nature. Choose to stay in a cabin located on a private island overlooking the Ånimmen lake, or in a cabin deep in the pine forests. Apart from enjoying the spectacular view and the peace and tranquillity of nature, there is also a wide range of activities to further explore Swedish nature. Read more.
15. Stay in the ‘Bird’s Nest’ at Granö Beckasin (Västerbotten)
Granö Beckasin is located in the northern parts of Sweden, among pine trees and overlooking the Umeriver. The eco-hotel is home to the ‘bird’s nest’ – a treehouse with a hotel-standard room built among the treetops in the surrounding woods. Guests can enjoy a strenuous ride with dog sleds, learn more about nature’s medicinal plants on-site in the woods, sink into our hot tub under a starry sky or book a full weekend with yoga. During the summer months, there is ‘Midnight Paddling’ on the tranquil Umea River. Read more.
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