Evaluate: Resort J, Nacka Strand, Stockholm, Sweden

When you’re seeking to mix Swedish maritime appeal with fashionable luxuries, look no additional than Resort J in Nacka Strand. With its prime location overlooking the picturesque Djurgården island, the red-bricked resort is someplace to get pleasure from life at a neater tempo – even by Swedish requirements – away from the hustle and bustle of Stockholm’s metropolis centre.

The welcome

We arrived after having fun with a two-hour kayaking expertise close by, able to relaxation a bit earlier than dinner. Reception is only a brief stroll away from the principle entrance to the resort grounds – our arrival was processed shortly and effectively, and we got keys to adjoining rooms on the higher flooring of a neighbouring constructing.

The room

Resort J has undergone a renovation and the rooms are massive and shiny, with a Scandi nautical inside fashion.

Delicate whites and muted tones are mixed with heat wooden and textured materials that give a way of cosiness to the area.

A cushty mattress, cosy seating, loads of hanging area, a full-length mirror, a Nespresso machine and an space to work are simply a number of the parts that make the room a very simple place to unwind and chill out.

Our rooms even had their very own balconies overlooking the resort grounds and the archipelago past.

The toilet

The toilet has floor-to-ceiling white tiles, a glass-screened bathe and a pedestal basin with a wooden-framed mirror above.

Provided toiletries are from Swedish model Byredo’s Bal d’Afrique vary.

The amenities

A superb buffet breakfast is offered on the resort’s outdated romantic Būrgervilla by the waterfront, a gorgeous constructing with an ornamental façade and elaborate rooflines.

It’s a complete unfold of contemporary breads, pastries, yoghurts, meats, cheese, cooked choices and a myriad of various juices.

Simply 300 metres from the principle website of the resort is Restaurant J, having fun with a waterfront location and serving Scandinavian delicacies with some worldwide components, so anticipate dishes corresponding to rökta räkor (smoked shrimps with aioli and toast) and Swedish entrecote.

There are literally quite a few eating places on this stretch of the waterfront and we opted for the favourably-reviewed Rimlay Thaikök a bit additional alongside. It’s a no-frills Thai restaurant serving takeaways and with some restricted area to dine inside. The meals there was wonderful and distinctive worth.

There’s paid parking on website on the resort, though this may be busy at peak occasions.

The placement

The as soon as industrial space of Nacka Strand is at the moment a scenic waterfront, usually likened to Newport, Rhode Island. Situated within the Nacka Municipality, only a 15-minute drive from central Stockholm (enable a bit longer in occasions of peak visitors), this vibrant hub overlooks the Baltic Sea and is a sought-after location for locals in search of fashionable residential comforts in addition to guests, with wonderful entry to nature and water-based actions. It is usually straightforward to entry the ferry and bus that takes you to town centre.

The world is house to Resort J, after all, but additionally a variety of upscale residences, workplaces, eating places and a well-known 18m-high sculpture by Carl Milles; “God, Our Father, on the Rainbow” depicts God standing on a rainbow, with one arm raised in a blessing gesture and the opposite pointing in direction of the earth.

Different good touches

A welcome word and complimentary juices greeted us in our room.

The associated fee

Normal rooms on the resort, with a balcony and consider, begin from 1,182 SEK (roughly $110) per evening, together with taxes and costs.

The Signature Seaview Suite begins from 2,967 SEK (roughly $190) per evening, together with taxes and costs.

One of the best bit

One of the best factor a couple of keep at Resort J is the breathtaking view of the Stockholm Archipelago and the shocking tranquillity of the waterfront given its proximity to central Stockholm. Having our personal balcony to benefit from the Scandinavian charms of this lovely setting got here as an added bonus.

The ultimate verdict

Resort J enjoys an enthralling waterfront location that’s so peaceable and calming, which you can’t assist however really feel relaxed from the second you arrive. The rooms have a chic simplicity that creates an inviting ambiance, with views of the Stockholm Archipelago serving as the proper final touch.

Disclosure: Our keep was sponsored by Resort J and our journey was kindly supported by Go to Stockholm.