Just like the rest of Scandinavia, Sweden can be an expensive place to visit. It’s easy to find cheap flights to Sweden, but food, drink and accommodation can be pricey when you arrive. Cheap hotels in Sweden are available, with plenty of budget hotels in the cities and a number of low-cost lodging options amid the natural landscapes of the country. However, they are snapped up fast, so booking early is one of the best ways to save money on your hotel in Sweden. The summer months in the cities are busy and hotels are in great demand, so why not time your trip in late spring or early autumn, when crowds are thinner and the weather mild? Or head there for the festive season, when Christmas markets fill the major cities with spice-scented joy (again, it is sensible to book your hotel well in advance).
Car hire in Sweden is an excellent idea and getting around is easy. You could begin your journey in Stockholm, the nation’s capital, before driving to destinations such as Uppsala, a friendly city with family attractions just an hour north of Stockholm, and Vasteras, just a 90-minute drive from Stockholm. Vasteras is an enchanting lakeside city where water parks and boat cruises keep all the family happy. And both cities have a wonderful selection of hotels to choose from, as do other southern cities such as Gothenburg, Malmo, Orebro, Linkoping and Helsingborg.
If you plan to stay in Stockholm, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to hotels. There are plenty of four- and five-star hotels, with many occupying prime waterside locations. Well-known hotel operators include Radisson Blu, Hilton, and Park Inn. Picking a central spot in which to stay is a smart move if you plan to tour the main attractions on foot. Many visitors stay on the island of Gamla Stan or on the central island of Sodermalm, which is directly connected to Gamla Stan.
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