Fodor's Expert Review Grand Hotel Saltsjöbaden

Editor's Note: This property is currently undergoing renovations.

Many say that this is the only reason to come to the beautiful, quiet town of Saltsjöbaden. Next to the sea and the surrounding countryside, the hotel is one of the most breathtaking in the whole archipelago. Built in 1893, it's a castlelike concoction of white stone, arched windows, and towers. The huge rooms are filled with colorful period furniture and bold fabrics in deep blues and reds. The restaurant is perfect for summer dining out on the terrace.