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Top Nordic hotels to celebrate Christmas in style
Your guide to a stylish Nordic Christmas holiday
The Nordic Christmas spirit is an enchanting blend of tradition, cosiness, and natural beauty, set against the backdrop of snowy landscapes and candlelit interiors. Staying at one of the region’s top hotels during this season offers a journey into festive charm, with each property showcasing Nordic holiday magic in its own way. Picture fireside lounges, locally inspired feasts, and traditional holiday rituals that celebrate the simple joys of the season. In Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark, these hotels capture the essence of hygge and bring the outdoor wonder indoors, making for a warm, memorable winter retreat.
Overview: Our top Nordic hotel picks for Christmas
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Stallmästaregården
During the Christmas season, Stallmästaregården’s historic charm shines against the snowy landscape of Haga Park. Established in the 1600s, the inn offers an inviting blend of heritage architecture by Rits Arkitekter and interiors by Richard Lundberg, marrying classic 18th-century design with refined modern touches. In the dining hall, enjoy traditional Swedish dishes crafted from organic, locally sourced ingredients, guided by Nobis Group’s Alessandro Catenacci. The restaurant’s warm, copper-toned décor sets a cosy scene for holiday meals, including a sumptuous Christmas buffet. With views over Brunnsviken Bay and convenient proximity to central Stockholm, it’s a serene escape that embraces Swedish holiday traditions.
Stallmästaregården
Norrtull
Stockholm
Sweden
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Hotel Brosundet
At Hotel Brosundet in Ålesund, the festive season combines rich Norwegian heritage with contemporary comfort. Originally a fish warehouse, the building’s character is preserved in exposed wooden beams and waterside architecture. Guests can dine at Apotekergata No. 5, a brasserie renowned for its seasonal seafood dishes and a menu reflecting local flavours. In the cosy lounge areas, a Christmas atmosphere sets in, with an afternoon tea offering and daily fireside gatherings. The Sundet gym and wellness area remains open throughout the holiday, with saunas, yoga, and outdoor baths to relax after winter walks around the Art Nouveau-styled town
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Hotel Brosundet
Apotekergata 1
Ålesund
Norway
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Hotel d’Angleterre
Hotel d’Angleterre in Copenhagen transforms into a festive masterpiece each Christmas, adorning its historic façade on Kongens Nytorv with twinkling lights. The interior is equally lavish, featuring Michelin-starred dining at Marchal, where French-Nordic dishes like their signature ris à la mande, a Danish Christmas dessert, are served. The elegant Balthazar Champagne Bar presents seasonal cocktails and a curated champagne selection. Guests can relax in Amazing Space Spa or enjoy Maison’s freshly baked pastries. With luxurious rooms, many designed to honour Danish cultural icons, d’Angleterre offers an elevated holiday retreat, blending centuries-old elegance with modern comforts.
Hotel d’Angleterre
Kongens Nytorv 34
Copenhagen
Denmark
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Grand Hôtel
During the Christmas season, the Grand Hôtel Stockholm offers a rich blend of Swedish tradition and refined luxury. Guests are invited to experience the Veranda’s celebrated Christmas smörgåsbord, a buffet that includes festive Swedish classics in an elegant setting overlooking the Royal Palace. Alternatively, the historic Vinterträdgården hosts the holiday buffet in an enchanting space adorned with seasonal décor and live piano music. Mathias Dahlgren’s Michelin-starred restaurants, Matbaren and the more relaxed Verandan, provide sophisticated dining options, while the Nordic Spa & Fitness Centre offers winter relaxation with Scandinavian saunas and spa treatments. The Cadier Bar serves as a vibrant, cosy gathering spot, perfect for holiday cocktails
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Grand Hôtel
S. Blasieholmshamnen 8
Stockholm
Sweden
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The Hotel Maria
The Hotel Maria in Helsinki offers a luxurious and festive experience for the Christmas season, set in the city’s prestigious Kruununhaka district. Guests can enjoy a warm holiday atmosphere with carefully curated dining at the hotel’s signature restaurant, Lilja, led by Chef Ville Rainio. The Christmas Eve dinner menu features Finnish seasonal ingredients with a refined French twist, complemented by festive drinks like mulled wine. Guests can also book the Luxurious Christmas package, which includes a Christmas Eve dinner, a traditional Finnish porridge lunch and live music, along with visits from Santa Claus in beautifully decorated surroundings.
The Hotel Maria
Mariankatu 23
Helsinki
Finland
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Hotel Union Øye
Hotel Union Øye in Norangsfjord offers an enchanting Christmas atmosphere amid the dramatic landscapes of the Sunnmøre Alps. Originally built in 1891, the hotel’s architecture reflects historic charm with rich wood detailing and classic Scandinavian design. During the festive season, guests are welcomed with mulled wine and homemade cookies, creating a cosy atmosphere around the fire. Head Chef Anette Myrhagen prepares traditional Norwegian dishes using local ingredients in the Conservatory, where candlelit dinners complete the experience. Activities include ice skating, a fjord sauna, and storytelling sessions, offering a peaceful, magical holiday immersed in the serene beauty of Norway’s fjords.
Hotel Union Øye
Norangdal 41
Norangsfjorden
Norway
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Bank Hotel
Bank Hotel in Stockholm offers an opulent yet intimate holiday experience, perfect for Christmas and New Year’s. Located in a former bank building, the hotel preserves its historic grandeur with a modern twist. During Christmas week, guests can enjoy festive dining at Bonnie’s, the hotel’s restaurant set beneath a stunning glass ceiling. Christmas Eve highlights include a sophisticated à la carte menu and the exclusive Bankers Dinner, with elegant holiday flavours. For a unique New Year’s Eve, guests can join the celebration at the rooftop bar Le Hibou, which provides panoramic views of Stockholm and a festive atmosphere with curated cocktails and live music.
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Bank Hotel
Arsenalsgatan 6
Stockholm
Sweden
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Grand Hotel
Grand Hotel in Oslo embraces the festive season with elegance and tradition, making it a stunning Christmas destination. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed by the hotel’s magical holiday décor, including a grand Christmas tree in the lobby and twinkling lights adorning the historic interior. Palmen Restaurant serves a luxurious Christmas Eve buffet with traditional Norwegian and continental dishes, set under a glass atrium that adds to the festive charm. The Grand Café offers a memorable breakfast on Christmas morning, while the Eight Rooftop Bar provides panoramic views and festive cocktails. Additionally, the hotel’s Grand Christmas Suites feature personalised Christmas trees and tasteful seasonal decorations.
Grand Hotel
Karl Johans gt. 31
Oslo
Norway
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