Ett Hem - Stockholm

This is like no hotel I've ever stayed in, and I fear that nothing will ever come close to this experience. From the moment we arrived, everything was perfection. The staff seems to know who you are from the beginning, and you are welcomed into the living room as you would be welcomed into someone's home. Although our room was small, it had amazing bath products, as well as a Dyson hair dryer (!) and a very high-end flat iron. Snacks in the mini bar were free, and there was always some kind of delectable dessert in the lounge area on our floor. We had to tear ourselves away on our third and final night there to eat dinner in the city, as we found the dinners at Ett Hem to be so delicious and such a fun experience. Although the property is not in the heart of the city, we did not mind this one bit. It was very quiet and it felt nice to be away from the crowds. (We are big walkers, and we were easily able to get to all the attractions on foot.) This is the kind of hotel where it truly seems that your wish is their command. Craving a cup of tea? They will bring it to you. Need an early breakfast to take in the car to the airport? They're on it. The only downside is that if you stay here, you won't ever want to leave.

This property is a gem. While the property is beautiful and homey at the same time, what really makes the guest experience extraordinary is the incredible staff. In all my world travels, I have never encountered a more friendly and welcoming group. They literally fall over themselves to make sure your every request is meet and always with a kind word or smile. Would never even consider staying any where else in Stockholm.

Don’t get me wrong - this is a really lovely hotel to stay at and it is just an edge off me giving it 5/5. The interior design and decor are outstanding. The staff are all really friendly and welcoming. It’s situated in a nice suburb of Stockholm surrounded by embassies and in a good residential area. It’s a bit of a walk to get into the city centre or to restaurants but that all adds to its appeal. The slight criticism I would have is that for the cost, it doesn’t quite deliver the excellence you expect. For example, not putting a towel for the basin in the separate toilet - accept it was an error by housekeeping but then to be told by reception that they had run out of the hand towels so couldn’t replace it was just just disappointing. Breakfast each morning was the same format - no variety - and it was also pretty slow to get to you. When we checked in they explained the cool air system but what they didn’t say was that because our room faced south, it got very hot during the day and retained the heat at night so if we wanted a fan or portable air con unit they could provide one; which they did when we asked after two very hot nights there. These are all minor things which are easily fixable but just need tightening up by management and through training for this to be a hotel fully at the top of its game.

This is a hotel that truly lives up to its reputation.Staying at Ett Hem has been on my travel bucket list for almost 10 years. It simultaneously feels like your wealthy Swedish aunt has given you the keys to the house and liquor cabinet but left the staff as well as living experiential essay defining Swedish luxury. The interiors are designed by Else Crawford and no corner is untouched. The design finished are not just meat to look high end, they are with authentic Svensk Tenn and Georg Jensen pieces throughout the hotel and rooms. Meals are homemade and taste like they were made with love from a talented family member. The sauna facilities are spacious, private and the highlight of the trip on a cold Swedish winter night.

I can only repeat previous reviews- this hotel is a gem. Warm and welcoming. Beautifully designed. The room are beautiful yet cosy. Every details is thought about. The ability to set yourself anywhere in the two houses is great, the only draw back is that it is hard to choose from some many idyllic places. Big tack to Astrid who welcomed us and all the team who made us feel so welcome.