This nautical-themed, boutique hotel has a secluded, out-in-the-country feel, although it's only a 10-minute drive from central Stockholm. Though the suburban area of Nacka, one of the city's business hubs, can be relatively dead at night, the hotel has an excellent waterfront restaurant and is near numerous corporate offices. Rooms have tiny tube TVs, but include perks like balconies and free Wi-Fi.

Housed in an old converted redbrick flour mill on the edge of Stockholm's waterfront, the Elite Hotel Marina Tower is an upscale property with 186 generously sized guest rooms and suites spread over seven floors. Some rooms offer sea views, but as the hotel is in a converted mill, the windows tend to be small and rooms can feel dark. On-site wellness facilities include a spa, pool, and a fitness center, but all cost extra. The large breakfast buffet is free, and there's an on-site a la carte restaurant and bar. The hotel's location away from the center of things may deter some travelers from staying here; those looking to be closer to the city center may prefer the Elite Hotel Arcadia instead.