Day: 22 October 2025

    • Our Guide to Family & Kid-Friendly Hotels in Sweden

      Is it easy to find hotel rooms for families in Sweden?

      Planning a family trip to Sweden often brings one big question: how easy is it to find hotel rooms that actually fit the whole family? Just searching for the term ” family hotel sweden ” can bring up a lot of suggestions – and confusion. So is it easy to find a family friendly hotel in Sweden? From cozy city hotels to countryside getaways, the answer depends a bit on the size of your family – but overall, Sweden is very family-friendly when it comes to accommodation.

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      👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families with two adults and two children

      If you’re a family of four, you’ll find that most Swedish hotels offer family rooms with bunkbeds or double rooms with sofa beds. Chains like Scandic, Elite Hotels and Nordic Choice/Strawberry (Comfort Hotel, Quality Hotel, Home Hotel) almost always provide rooms or suites that sleep up to four people.

      Scandic, in particular, is well known for being one of the most family-friendly hotel chains in Sweden, offering kids’ play areas, special breakfast options, and free stays for children under a certain age + FREE mocktails for the kids if you are a scandic member! Book your stay with Scandic here. 

      👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families with three or more children

      If you’re a larger family (five or more), things get a bit trickier. Most hotel rooms in Sweden are designed for up to four guests. However, there are still options:

      • Some hotels offer connecting rooms or family suites.

      • Scandic, First Hotels, and Best Western Plus properties often allow you to book two rooms with an internal door or guaranteed adjacent rooms.

      • In smaller boutique hotels, it’s always worth contacting the property directly — they can sometimes add an extra bed or crib if space allows.

      If your family prefers more space and flexibility, you can also look for apart-hotels or family apartments through chains like Forenom or StayAt, which offer kitchenettes and more room to spread out.

      🛏️ Extra beds and flexibility

      Many Swedish hotels can add an extra bed or crib for a small fee, but this depends on the room type. The bed in a regular double-room or family room are usually a 160cm or 180cm bed (or two 90cm beds that can be divided). Fire safety rules are strict in Sweden, so hotels can’t always exceed the room’s maximum occupancy – even for small children. It’s always best to mention the exact number and ages of your children when booking to ensure you get the right setup. But as mentioned – if you are uncertain or you can’t find the right solution for you and your family – call the hotel directly and they will surely help you! We have done this many times and most times they are very helpful.

      🏨 Hotel chains that are great for families

      Here are some popular and reliable chains to look for:

      • Scandic Hotels – Top choice for families, great breakfast, play areas, and kids stay for free + free mocktail for kids if you are a Scandic member(no fee). We have stayed many nights at Scandic Hotels and all of the ones we have visited have had family rooms.

      • Elite Hotels – Many have spacious rooms and family rooms, though slightly more upscale. Some hotels offers more family friendly options like playroom and goodie bags.  We have stayed many nights at different Elite Hotels.

      • Clarion & Quality Hotels (Strawberry Group) – Stylish, comfortable, and family-friendly options in most cities.

      • Hotel chain Strawberry have a specific range of hotels called Home Hotel. Their stays include dinner alternatives in the evening – great for families that want to save up on eating out. Book them here.

      • First Hotels – Many locations with larger rooms and good service for families.

      • Best Western Plus – Often flexible with room arrangements and extra beds.

      • StayAt & Forenom – Great for longer stays with kitchen access.

      🌿 A few extra tips

      • Book early during holidays as family rooms are the first to sell out.

      • Check what’s included: Breakfast is almost always free in Sweden, which makes mornings easier with kids. Some hotels have started to take a fee for breakfast – so make sure to check your booking.

      • Ask about play areas or kids’ corners: Many hotels have them, especially Scandic.

      • Bring travel slippers or cozy socks: Swedish hotels rarely have carpets, and floors can be cold in winter.

      • If you love local stays, don’t overlook farm hotels (gĂĄrdshotell) or countryside B&Bs – many welcome families and have space to play outdoors.