A Gothic villa, a fairy tale castle or a modern Scandinavian spa? You will find it all in West Sweden and it can be combined with both nature, cultural and culinary experiences.
Villa SjötorpVilla Sjötorp is a Gothic seaside villa looking down on a wonderful seascape of small islands and peninsulas. The hotel and restaurant are located near the old resort village of Lyckorna in Ljungskile, about 45 minutes north of Gothenburg. Built in 1901 and turned, about seven years ago, into an 14-room hotel and restaurant, it's here you'll sink into a bygone era of gracious, casual living. There's a mix of colourful period furniture and some contemporary art, and you'll have the treat of sitting on the lived-in veranda overlooking the garden and sea. The hotel is part of the Taste of West Sweden scheme and has a truly outstanding restaurant. For more information and booking Thorskogs Castle Live-out a fairytale in Sweden at Thorskogs Castle only 30 minutes north of Gothenburg. The castle lies by the Gota River among stunning scenery and mystical forests. Guests can spend time in a wooden hot tub in the castle grounds, before heading inside for an exquisite dinner by candlelight and champagne beside a log fire in the Hunter's Cellar. Thorskogs is part of the Taste of West Sweden scheme and has 40 rooms in total, some in the castle itself and some in the beautiful parkland outside the castle. For more information and booking
Handelsman FlinkHandelsman Flink is small coastal hotel based on the small island of Flaton, with 10 double rooms and two suites. The sea suite is just by the water where you have your own veranda overlooking the amazing archipelago surrounding the hotel. If you are a fan of seafood, you will love the restaurant overlooking the sea, part of the Taste of West Sweden scheme. Using local ingredients - fresh fish, oysters and clams from local fishing villages, meat from local farmers, cheese made with organic milk from goats and cows on the next door island Orust, the cuisine reflects the best that the region has to offer. In autumn the hotel offers lobster safaris, where you go out with a fisherman to catch the black gold. The hotel also has a sauna and Jacuzzi and a floating hot tub moor at their jetty. You can rent both sea kayaks and bikes at the hotel to explore many of the beautiful fishing villages along the coast. For more information and booking Sydkoster Hotel EkenäsSydkoster Ekenäs hotel is located in the Koster islands. The Koster islands are Sweden's western archipelago and an ideal base for a mix of nature, culture and culinary highlights. There are two islands, North and South Koster, with a surrounding archipelago of smaller, uninhabited islands, rocks and skerries. Visit a grey seal colony by sea kayak , cycle around Sydkoster island and hike on North Koster. After just a 2.5 hour scenic train ride north of Gothenburg, you can take a ferry from the coastal town of Stromstad to the Koster islands. Sydkoster hotel Ekenas is a member of the discerning Taste of West Sweden scheme More information and booking
Alberts Hotel & Restaurant in TrollhättanFor a culinary experience head for Alberts in Trollhättan, part of the Taste of West Sweden scheme. Trollhattan is known for the the lock systems that date back to the 19th century, the waterfalls that are switched on during summer and it is also the home of Saab. The hotel is overlooking the Göta River and Trollhättan and the city centre is only five minutes walk away. A good excursion from Alberts is the impressive Läcko Castle and garden, or walking or cycling at Halle and Hunneberg, known for a high density of Elks and even its own elk museum. Trollhattan is located less than an hour from Gothenburg, and there is a good train serve between the cities. For more information and booking Strömstad Spa Take a romantic break to one of Scandinavia's most stylish spa hotels – Strömstad Spa & Resort in Strömstad. The spa is located right by the sea in the coastal town of Strömstad, close to the Norwegian border, and less than two hours from Gothenburg. It’s perfectly placed for discovering the archipelago of islands strung along the shores of West Sweden. This stylish and luxurious 232-room complex features the Flow Saltwater Spa, which includes a 2,000 square metre spa and Sweden’s most comprehensive spa programme, with treatments from all over the world. It also has a tennis court, golf simulator, a jetty and a 18-hole golf course. More information and booking There is a wide range of accommodation in the region.
Thorskogs Castle Handelsman Flink Sydkoster Hotel Ekenäs Alberts Hotel & Restaurant in Trollhättan Strömstad Spa
Handelsman Flink * * * * | Flatö Island In historic surroundings, on Flatön in the Bohuslän archipelago, is Handelsman Flink. Here you can enjoy a delicious meal with a view of Malö Strömmar. Price from 890 SEK BOOK NOW
Quality Spa & Resort | Strömstad A brand new lifestylehotell with a SPA . The hotel was opend in March 2007 and it stands to reason that you'll have to visit this oxtrardinary hotel when you come to Strömstad. Price from 990 SEK BOOK NOW
Albert Hotel * * * | Trollhättan First-rate hotel & restaurant with a breathtaking view over Trollhättan and Göta Älv. Price from 525 SEK BOOK NOW
Villa Sjötorp **** | Ljungskile An absolutely beautiful hotel decorated and furnished with traditional Swedish charm. This delightful retreat, intimate with just 14 rooms, is made for romantic breaks. Price from 1495 SEK BOOK NOW
Experience | Bjertorp Castle The castle lets you experience an interior and atmosphere of a bygone era. Enjoy a meal from the prize-winning kitchen on starched linen tablecloths and by candle light. Price from 1290 SEK BOOK NOW
First Hotel Billingehus | Skövde From its hillside vantage point, First Hotel Billingehus offers sweeping views across the plains of Västergötland. Price from 799 SEK BOOK NOW
Golf at the Castle | Bjertorp This package combines playing golf with the wonderful experience of the castle. The castle is located at the gates of Vara Bjertorp Golf Club Price from 1550 SEK BOOK NOW
The GöteborgPackage | Your hotel package All inclusive family package – hotel stay, admission to museums and other sights, sightseeing, free parking, tram and bus rides. Shopping and food discounts. Simple and convenient booking. Price from 540 SEK BOOK NOW
The Göteborg Pass | Göteborg The Göteborg Pass gives you free admission to museums, Liseberg and other tourist attractions, free parking, free travel on public transport and much more. Price from 225 SEK BOOK NOW
Björholmens Marina | Tjörn Island Four-star accommodation in an unbeatable island setting on Tjörn, for people who want the ocean right beneath their balcony and a magnificent sea view to enjoy. Price from 1195 SEK BOOK NOW
Göta Kanal | Norrqvarn Hotell The area around the Norrkvarn locks near Lyrestad has been transformed into a world of adventure for the whole family. Price from 190 SEK BOOK NOW
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