Smådalarö Gård Hotel & Spa: Relaxed luxury in the heart of the archipelago

Smådalarö Gård is an exclusive destination for active relaxation, with culinary sensations, music, entertainment and personal service. The historic inn with modern comforts is the perfect place for carefree escapism from everyday stresses.

Smådalarö Gård Hotel & Spa is located in Hemviken on Dalarö, in the heart of the Stockholm archipelago. In the past, this grand white villa, originally built in 1810 by the Swedish sailor Captain Carl Peter Blom, held a status as an exclusive spot for swimming in the sea and was a popular destination for artists. Today, the inn is just as attractive, with modern comforts, 110 tastefully decorated rooms, indoor and outdoor activities, and an award-winning spa.

Photo: Hannes Söderlund

Right outside the door, guests can experience the beautiful nature of the archipelago – great for kayaking, cold baths, or just strolling along the cliffs. Whilst indoors, subtle lighting and soft chillout music makes for a cosy atmosphere. “We want our guests to feel like they’re in a luxurious living room,” says Ulrika Bergström, hotel director. “The term spa includes four important cornerstones; it should elate the senses through physical activity, spa treatments, good food and rest. But we have also added sleep into the mix, it’s so important to our wellbeing.”

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Award-winning spa and culinary experiences

Smådalarö Gård is one of Sweden’s biggest spa hotels with a 2,000 square-metre spa, indoor and outdoor pools, sauna experiences and yoga retreats, expert treatments in partnership with Kerstin Florian, and much more. Here, you can lose track of time when relaxing in the light, sprawling spa lounge, by the fireplace, in the tranquil and plant-lined oasis with hanging day beds, or in the infinity pool with a view of the hotel’s golf course. The space gives a feeling of true relaxation, embraced by nature.

This autumn sees various themed weekends such as yoga and pilates retreats, as well as an atmospheric Christmas market. The carefully thought-out culinary experiences are a big part of the visit too, and the history of the inn is reflected on the plate and in the glass. Smådalarö Gård has a varied offer for guests, with the restaurant, bar and café all using local produce interpreted with inspiration from the travels of the original founder, Captain Blom. “Food and drink is a part of the overall experience,” concludes Bergström. “We want to create memorable moments where guests can take a deep breath, lean back and relax, but also find inspiration and get new ideas.”

Photo: Hannes Söderlund

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