After a fifteen-minute boat trip from central Stockholm you come ashore at Hotel J in Nacka Strand, a hotel, restaurant and conference solution unique in its class. Those who have visited the American sailing paradise of Newport may experience a slight sense of déjà vu. That's not surprising, because the restaurant is inspired by a summer house in Newport, and the name comes from the America's Cup -- J was a measurement rule that was used for sailing yachts in the 1930s, and today many experts on sailing regard that J-Class yachts among the world's best constructed boats.

The facilities

In the summer you can enjoy your morning coffee in the tranquil garden where the waves lap against the shore. In winter, guests go indoors and light the fire. There you can enjoy a meal in the warmth of a cheerful blazing fire whilst the north wind whips the waters of the bay outside the windows. Enjoy the hotel's gardens and free admission to a nearby fitness club.

The rooms

Most of the beautiful rooms, which have been decorated by the design agency R.O.O.M., have a balcony or their own patio with a view of one of the world's most beautiful harbour entrances. Blue and white stripes dominate with nautical style throughout spacious rooms with big, comfortable beds with GANT linens and modern, expansive bathrooms with FACE toilitries.