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Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection

4.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free breakfast and a sauna

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Front of property - evening/night
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection, in central Stockholm offers a complimentary breakfast buffet each morning. Guests can unwind in the sauna after visiting nearby attractions like the Vasa Museum and ABBA The Museum. Enjoy the charming terrace and library.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Superior Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Moderate Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

2 Single Beds, Non-Smoking, Standard Room, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

2 Single Beds, Non-Smoking, Superior Room, High Speed Internet Access

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe 2 Single Bed Room Free Internet Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Interior detail

1 Double Bed Suite Living Area Sea View Wifi Bathrobe Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
Strandvagen 7A, Stockholm, 11456

What's nearby

  • Stockholm Palace - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Vasa Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Skansen - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • ABBA The Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gröna Lund - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nybroplan Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Stockholm City Station - 18 min walk
  • Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stora Bageriet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Strandvägen 1 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Glashuset Restaurang & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Strand bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Diplomat Butiken - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection

Upscale hotel near Stockholm Palace
Located close to Vasa Museum and ABBA The Museum, Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Access to a nearby health club, express check-out, and express check-in
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
  • Meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and composting
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, cribs/infant beds, and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 861 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1910
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 1 2025 to March 1 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from December 1 2025 to March 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Guestrooms
  • Laundry facilities
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of SEK 300 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for SEK 350.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for SEK 150.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: SEK 300 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: SEK 150.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: SEK 350.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Sweden. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Esplanade Stockholm
Hotel Esplanade Sure Hotel Collection Best Western Stockholm
Hotel Esplanade Stockholm
Esplanade Sure Collection Best Western Stockholm
Hotel Esplanade Sure Hotel Collection Best Western
Esplanade Sure Collection Best Western
Hotel Esplanade Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
Esplana Sure Collection Best
Hotel Esplanade BW Signature Collection
Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection Hotel
Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection Stockholm
Hotel Esplanade Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection Hotel Stockholm

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of SEK 300 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection located?

Located in Central Stockholm, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Stockholm Palace, Vasa Museum, and Skansen. ABBA The Museum and Gröna Lund are also within 1 mi (2 km). Nybroplan Tram Stop and Styrmansgatan Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Hotel Esplanade, BW Signature Collection Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 618 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the architecture, and the fact that it was built in the first few years of 1900. The staff was exceptional. Breakfast was included and it was excellent. The gal taking care of the food was very friendly. The nights were warm and later we found that we could have asked for a fan. We just thoroughly enjoyed our stay and your beautiful city.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel is in really good area, and it offers great buffet breakfast. But it’s very dated and has no service or elevator to help bring your luggage up.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

François

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of our very best stays in Europe, excellent common areas great staff outstanding location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent 3 night visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to all major attractions and dining. Excellent and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very big and beautiful the night life. The hostess at reception was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location, transportation, and dining options

The location was fabulous! It was across the street from the harbor and the walking path. There was a multitude of restaurants from which to choose to dine as well. The lady staffing the front desk recommended a nice restaurant a couple blocks away that served traditional fare. The entry was inconspicuous so we actually entered a restaurant first but were directed to the right location by a group of friendly people in the bar. The balcony in our room faced a courtyard that had limited parking spots. We could also see a small view of the harbor from the balcony. There is a small sitting room with a balcony that faces the waterfront. It’s on the same floor as the room in which we stayed and it’s a nice place to read. The breakfast they served was delicious. There is no elevator but the clerk offered to assist with luggage. The street in front provides transportation of many types including a bus to the cruise pier. It’s about a 5-10 minute walk following a blue line to make one’s way back to a ship from where the bus stops.
Walking path
View from balcony
Theater one block from hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wei-Tai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location, close Stockholm harbor and ferry. All major tourist attraction in walking distance. Good breakfast, 24 hours coffee, tea, friendly staffs. Shower room somewhat small.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charrming

Best hotel, very charmig and personal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Classic and charming

Clean, comfortable and charming. We slept well and the breakfast was delightful. Stunning views of the water front and close to many restaurants and activities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elegant and beautiful visit to the past.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming, elegant, old-world style that did not feel dusty and ancient. Loved that the hotel was directly off the strandvagen & walking distance to restaurants, grocery stores, kungstragaden, & musees. The staff was lovely! We would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful building with basic service

The building is gorgeous and location perfect for visiting Stockholm. The hotel doesn’t necessarily meet premium standards but the beds were comfortable and we enjoyed our stay. We stayed in the room 14, which is described as suite but it’s basically a very large room with very small and outdated bathroom. If you’re staying over the weekend the street right below is super loud until late at night due to traffic and music. We asked the receptionist is Sunday night as loud and her response was “I’m not responsible for the regulations of the street” which was a bit amusing but not very helpful. They stay on Sunday night was less noisy. The hotel doesn’t have a gym and the bathroom was very outdated, and breakfast was good but very basic. Coffee was from a machine, no fresh latte with specialty milk ;) I would recommend this hotel but not for someone who’s after premium experience and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for seeing all the major sights on foot or by boat. Surprisingly quiet. Free Sauna included as well as breakfast which made it excellent value for money. It was built in the early 1900 & has retained that look & feel. There was no air conditioning in our room, but as thus is Stockholm was not an issue. We loved the quirky, individual feel of this hotel so dont be put off by its 2 star rating
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riikka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful boutique hotel with amazing breakfast

Beautiful antique style boutique hotel. Really good breakfast with the normal bacon, eggs, bread but also chia puddings, pastries, cheese and fruit salad. We loved it! There is also coffee and tea available 24/7 and a really nice living room where you can sit down. The staff is super friendly and made our stay amazing. Location is excellent. The only issue was that the air in our room was quite moist, but that was probably just because it is autumn and it rained a lot, plus the building is old. Nevertheless I'm definitely coming here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely disappointing stay, felt like a scam. Peer hotels in the same street are way superior for the same price. Unfortunately, it did not meet my expectations for $400 per night. The hotel is very old, and this is evident in the outdated facilities and design. The fact that there is no elevator was not mentioned anywhere in the listing, which made it inconvenient to carry luggage to our room. With only around 30 rooms it felt like a small/ low cost hotel. There was only one employee available in the afternoon and night. This limited the assistance we could receive and made the service feel inadequate. There was no official bar, and the one employee available had to make our drinks, which felt unprofessional. Additionally, there was no room service at all, which was very disappointing. The wifi connection in the room was terrible, making it difficult to stay connected, and there was no air conditioning, which made our stay uncomfortable, especially during the warmer nights. We paid $400 per night, and for the price, it felt like a scam. Compared to peer hotels right beside them, such as the Diplomat Hotel, which offer far superior amenities and services at the same price, this was a complete outrage. We stayed in the Diplomat Hotel for a couple of nights for the same price, and it's way superior than Esplanade Hotel (no point of comparison). The price is completely unjustified for what they offer. Terrible experience, I would actually like a refund.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
sehr gut gelegen, alles zu Fuss zu erreichen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JOSE LUIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Su aqrquitectura
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the main strip so very convenient for walking or using transportation. Could hear some traffic at night because of the location but that may have just been because it was over the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely and charming hotel with very friendly and helpful staff and a delicious buffet breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming staff. Good breakfast. Fabulous room with a great view
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A modern but lovely old school hotel with all the old features. Felt really friendly and luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for shopping, attractions & restaurants. Spacious rooms & healthy breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

décevant

L’hotel est dans un superbe bâtiment, très bien localisé. Très bonne literie. Mais lorsqu’il fait un peu chaud et qu’il est indispensable d’ouvrir la fenêtre pour respirer (ni climatisation ni ventilateur), le bruit des motos peut être infernal. Douche minuscule.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotellet ligger yderst centralt i forhold tilbyde spisemulighede, hygge, transport, seværdigheder m.m. der er ikke aircondition, så vi måtte sove med åbne vinduer pga. det ret varme vejr. Fredag/lørdag var der en del aften- og nattelarm.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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