HOTEL DIPLOMAT Luxe

This is the best hotel in Stockholm. It sit right on the water with amazing views towards the lake and the Baltic Sea outlet. The staff of affable and attentive. The rooms are generous (by European standards) and each has a cold mini-bar. Great water pressure, clean rooms, turndown service - excellence all the way around. I will stay here again.

We stayed for 3 nights in early September 2017. While booking with our travel agent a few months ago, I asked for a quiet room (away from elevators and street noise) and my request was granted. The room had a "view" of the courtyard near the rear, facing the apartment building next door. The room was very quiet but warm. I could not imagine staying here in a hot summer month without air conditioning or even a ceiling fan. This is why my overall rating is 4/5 (I would go 4.5 if that was an option). The elevated entryway led to a bedroom to the lower left and then a small sitting room with a TV, chairs and small refrigerator. The bathroom was to the right at entry door level. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Shout out to Maxwell who suggested that I walk a few blocks to pick up the rental car and walk back after returning the car later. I was just planning on taking a cab which would of cost me at least $25-$30 each way just to go less than a mile. He made sure we had space to park right in front as we loaded our bags. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet every morning and it was excellent. We had dinner in the restaurant there one night and again the service and food was great. We also used the spa/sauna one evening for an hour and it was very clean and relaxing. Unfortunately the hot tub was out of service. The location was great and a walk across the bridge got you to museums. There is also a boat dock right across the street that has torus of the waterways and a "hop on - hop off" water taxi service. If I return to the Östermalm, I would stay there again (and ask for a fan if it is warm in the room).

I highly recommend the location - central, walkable and fantastic views from the rooms. Maxwell greets you, remembers your name and handles just about any request you may have with grace. He made us feel at home. The concierge and front desk staff were equally good. The cafe/deli on the ground floor is the perfect spot for coffee and pastry, beautiful fresh fruit and outstanding service. The room was lovely - large with expansive views.

My husband and I visited from Australia prior to a cruise. We spent three very pleasant days at this comfortable hotel. We had one of their deluxe seaview rooms. The view was indeed fabulous. The room was not huge, but that is Europe, neither was the ensuite but it was bright and clean. Try to ask for a higher floor for a better view. The breakfast served In their quaint dining room was very pleasant, lovely buffet or hot menu. Great for meals/drinks or coffee on their lovely terrace watching the world goby. The location of this hotel is no. 1. Very pleasant European style hotel, well refurbished with a gorgeous old style lift. Wonderful friendly and professional staff and special mention to their concierge who is extremely helpful and welcoming.

Stayed here for one night, great room and comfy bed. The breakfast was fantastic, a lot of options and fresh fruit. The staff was very friendly and helpful, over all a very nice hotel right by the water in Stockholm.