Seven unique places to stay in Åland

Åland sits in the middle of the Baltic Sea, halfway between Finland and Sweden, with 6,700 islands and more boats per capita than almost anywhere else on earth. It's an autonomous archipelago with its own flag, its own stamps, and its own very particular pace of life: unhurried, salt-aired and deeply connected to the water.

Staying here, though, is anything but ordinary. The islands have quietly built a collection of places to stay that feel as distinctive as the landscape itself: a former 1930s hospital turned design hotel, fishermen's huts balanced on red granite cliffs, a 500-year-old mansion that once doubled as a post office. Whether you're after solitude on a tiny island or a glamping hut with a sea view, Åland rewards the traveller who takes the time to find the right base.

Here are seven of our favourite places to stay.

Article last updated: April 2026

Havsvidden Resort, located in the northern part of the Åland Islands, is scattered on the red granite cliffs with a panoramic view over the Bothnian Sea. The resort offers standard rooms and stunning cliff houses adorned with terraces, all designed in a Nordic minimalist style. Unwind in the jacuzzi or take a refreshing dip in the sea after exploring the archipelago by kayak or on a mountain bike.

Originally a 1930s hospital, Hotel Svala, located in Kumlinge, is now a peaceful design hideaway where heritage meets sustainability. The Swedish word svala means both swallow and cool, and the atmosphere lives up to the name. Each room is thoughtfully different: the garden suite has its own entrance and bathtub, while Rooms 1–3 share vintage charm and leafy views. Upstairs, four extra rooms host creative events by request. Simple, seasonal meals are served daily, made with organic ingredients and inspired by good memories and music. In summer, the patio opens with small plates and cocktails.

Kvarnbo Guest House B&B is a 500-year-old mansion that has served as a bank, a post office, a market-garden, and a beekeeping centre. Today, it operates as a charming bed and breakfast nestled in a peaceful rural setting. At Kvarnbo, you can relax in a homely attic room or in a lovely countryside suite both inspired by the 19th-century style. If you are passionate about wine, you should know that the place is co-run by Ella Grüssner Cromwell-Morganand, a sommelier from a popular Finnish TV show.

Björnhofvda Gård, the elegant English-style bed and breakfast in the charming countryside is run by the local couple, the Lindmarks. The interior of this lodge is inspired by the couple’s worldly adventures: Traditional English teacups are lined up on the kitchen shelves whereas the salon is decorated with stylish wooden Asian décor. You can curl up in the reading corner or hop on a bike to explore the beautiful archipelago. In the evening, guests can indulge in the sauna experience with an authentic sauna whisk. The B&B is renowned for its delicious French and Italian cuisine, as well as its flavourful cocktails.

Just a ten-minute boat ride from Mariehamn, the wooden fishermen’s huts at Klobben are located in the beautiful Åland archipelago. The modest huts perched on the red granite cliffs are inspired by the old-time fisherman camps that offered shelter during storms. You can simply enjoy the solitude of the archipelago or, for example, go on a fishing trip. The restaurant offers meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients from the archipelago.

Glamping is a concept that combines camping in nature with comfort and all amenities easily at hand, sprinkled with a touch of luxury. Rundhusbyn Glamping, located in the northern Åland Islands, offers well-equipped huts in the middle of nature. The huts are perfect for romantic getaways and family trips alike. Relax in the sauna, prepare food on an open fire, and gaze over the soothing sea.

Grelsby Strand, a former hospital in functionalist 1930s style has been transformed into a lovely guest house. The cubic building faces a green front-yard that stretches out towards picturesque bay Säckviken. Grelsby and the surrounding countryside serve as an excellent place to recharge. Popular Åland attractions such as Kastelholm Castle and the fortress of Bomarsund only a half to one-hour bike ride away.

Are you interested in delving deeper into the places to stay in Åland? For tips on accommodation and much more about these lovely islands, visit visitaland.com.