Sturebadet Marina Tower, Sweden

Quick Facts

Experience

Resorts & Spas

Access Level

Easy to reach (no hike)

Safety Level

Generally safe

What to Wear

Swimsuit required

Family Friendly

Entry Fee

Paid

Wheelchair Access

Address

Saltsjoquarns Kaj 25, 131 71 Nacka, Stockholm, Sweden

Overview

About Sturebadet Marina Tower

Sturebadet Marina Tower, Sweden is a waterfront spa inside Elite Hotel Marina Tower at Saltsjoquarns Kaj 25, Nacka, positioned on Stockholm's inlet with views over Djurgarden and the Stockholm archipelago. The facility rebranded as Vana Spa Saltsjoqvarn in September 2024 following a comprehensive renovation. It is not a geothermal or natural hot spring destination. The historic Saltsjoqvarn mill building from 1890 houses the hotel and spa.

Post-2024 facilities: Turkish hammam with experience showers and steam room; indoor pool; dry sauna; 2 cold spring pools (added 2024); outdoor terrace with sunbeds; gym. Spa entry gives 2.5 hours. Towels, bathrobe, and slippers on loan. Age 18 for general access; children's sessions on weekend mornings for hotel guests and members.

The hotel has 186 rooms with views over the inlet. An on-site restaurant has an outdoor terrace. A boat service from Nybroplan in central Stockholm stops directly outside the hotel, with a journey time of approximately 15 minutes, making it one of the more accessible waterfront spa destinations in the Stockholm area. Hours: Mon-Fri 06:30-22:00, Sat 07:00-22:00, Sun 07:00-20:00.

Location & Access

Getting to Sturebadet Marina Tower

Sturebadet Marina Tower is at Saltsjoquarns Kaj 25, 131 71 Nacka. By boat, a service from Nybroplan stops at the quay in about 15 minutes with views of Stockholm's inlet. By car, follow Stadsgårdsleden toward Nacka; at Henriksdal turn onto Kvarnholmsvägen to Saltsjoqvarn; about 15 minutes from central Stockholm. Parking is in the hotel garage at levels 11 and 12 via a tunnel.

By public transport from central Stockholm, take bus or metro toward Nacka and walk from the nearest stop, or take the boat service from Nybroplan. The address is equidistant between Slussen and Sickla. Stockholm Central Station is approximately 15 minutes by boat or 20 minutes by car. Stockholm Arlanda Airport is approximately 45 kilometres northwest by road. Taxi and ride-share services operate from central Stockholm to the hotel quay.

Book spa access and treatments at the hotel through elite.se. The standard day spa gives 2.5 hours of hammam, pool, sauna, and gym access at 500 SEK. Hotel packages including accommodation and spa access give the most flexibility. Advance booking is required for all spa time slots; same-day availability is limited. Gift cards from the previous Sturebadet Marina Tower brand are valid within their expiration period.

Suitability & Accessibility

Who Sturebadet Marina Tower Suits

Sturebadet Marina Tower suits adults looking for a polished, city-adjacent waterfront spa session in Stockholm, business travellers combining a hotel stay with spa access, and couples who want a calm afternoon spa followed by dinner. The combination of the Turkish hammam, the expanded cold spring pools added in 2024, and the archipelago views from the outdoor terrace gives it a more distinctive character than standard hotel spas. The boat from Nybroplan makes the approach itself part of the experience.

The waterfront location at Saltsjoqvarn is near Nackareservatet, one of Stockholm's largest nature reserves, with marked hiking and cycling trails accessible by foot from the hotel. Sodermalm is accessible by boat or a short drive. The Old Town (Gamla Stan) is approximately 15 minutes away by boat. For visitors looking for hot springs in Stockholm, this remains the closest full-facility spa hotel on the water, though the experience is not geothermal.

Wheelchair access at Sturebadet Marina Tower has not been confirmed. The hotel uses a lift from the hotel rooms directly to the spa level, noted by guests as a practical feature. However, step-free entry to the pool and hammam areas has not been verified. Visitors with mobility requirements should contact the spa at saltsjoqvarn@vana.se before booking to confirm current access routes.

Safety & Etiquette

Sturebadet Marina Tower Safety Tips

Sturebadet Marina Tower is a managed spa facility with staff on site during all operating hours. The hammam and steam room are warm and humid; limit initial sessions to 10 to 15 minutes and cool down fully in the cold spring pools or experience showers before re-entering. The two cold spring pools added in 2024 offer thermal contrast; enter slowly and limit the first session to 30 to 60 seconds if you are not accustomed to cold immersion. The pool is a comfortable indoor bathing pool; limit continuous sessions to 20 to 30 minutes and rest in the relaxation area between rounds. People with cardiovascular conditions, pregnancy, or cold sensitivity should seek medical advice before using either the hammam or cold pools.

The spa entry gives 2.5 hours of access; manage your time across hammam, pool, sauna, and cold pool to make the most of the session. Starting with a moderate session in the steam room before moving to the dry sauna typically feels more comfortable than the reverse. The stairs to the jacuzzi area have been noted as slippery when wet; use the handrail and move carefully. Towel, bathrobe, and slippers are provided on loan; grip sandals are recommended for transitions between the wet areas and the terrace in all seasons.

Age 18 applies to all general spa sessions. Children's spa sessions run on weekday mornings (one hour) and weekend mornings (two hours) exclusively for hotel guests and members; book in advance through the hotel. Book spa access at elite.se or by emailing saltsjoqvarn@vana.se at least 24 hours before your planned visit; cancellation is accepted up to 24 hours before the booked time. Hotel packages offer better value than standalone day access; confirm current pricing at elite.se as rates vary by season.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sturebadet Marina Tower?

Sturebadet Marina Tower was the spa at Elite Hotel Marina Tower, Saltsjoquarns Kaj 25, Nacka, on Stockholm's inlet. Following a comprehensive renovation in summer 2024, it rebranded as Vana Spa Saltsjoqvarn in September 2024. Not geothermal. Current facilities include a Turkish hammam with experience showers and steam room; indoor pool; dry sauna; 2 cold spring pools (added 2024); outdoor terrace with sunbeds; and gym. Spa entry gives 2.5 hours of access at 500 SEK. Treatments available. Age 18 for general access. A boat from Nybroplan stops directly outside; 15 minutes from central Stockholm. Hours: Mon-Fri 06:30-22:00, Sat 07:00-22:00, Sun 07:00-20:00.

Has Sturebadet Marina Tower changed its name?

Yes. Sturebadet Marina Tower rebranded as Vana Spa Saltsjoqvarn in September 2024 after a comprehensive renovation during summer 2024. The renovation expanded the pool area, added two cold spring pools, introduced new relaxation areas with outdoor terraces and sunbeds, and harmonised the interior with the Vana Spa design concept. The facility is now the sixth Vana Spa in the Elite Hotels group. Gift cards issued under the previous Sturebadet Marina Tower name are valid until their expiration date; contact the hotel at saltsjoqvarn@vana.se for questions about gift card validity.

How do I get to Sturebadet Marina Tower from central Stockholm?

By boat, a service from Nybroplan in central Stockholm stops directly outside the hotel; approximately 15 minutes. This is the most convenient and scenic option. By car, drive along Stadsgårdsleden toward Nacka; at Henriksdal turn onto Kvarnholmsvägen and follow signs to Saltsjoqvarn; approximately 15 minutes. Hotel guest parking is in the garage at levels 11 and 12, via the tunnel at Hästholmsvägen 25. Register your car in the Aimo Park app using zone code 3002.

Is Sturebadet Marina Tower the same as Sturebadet in Stockholm's Ostermalm?

No. These are two separate facilities. The original Sturebadet is at Sturegallerian 36 in Stockholm's Ostermalm district, in a historic 1885 building with a mosaic pool and Roman-inspired saunas in the heart of central Stockholm. Sturebadet Marina Tower is (now Vana Spa Saltsjoqvarn) at Saltsjoquarns Kaj 25 in Nacka, a different company entirely, inside Elite Hotel Marina Tower on Stockholm's waterfront. The two share the Sturebadet name in common Swedish spa tradition but are not related and have different ownership, facilities, and locations.

What else is there to do near Sturebadet Marina Tower?

Nackareservatet, one of Stockholm's largest and wildest nature reserves, is directly accessible on foot from the hotel with marked hiking and cycling trails. The Kvarnholmen peninsula, with its converted industrial buildings now housing apartments and a popular outdoor pool, is a short walk away. Sodermalm, Stockholm's most vibrant neighbourhood for food and coffee, is accessible by boat or taxi in about 15 minutes. The Royal Djurgarden, with Skansen open-air museum, the Vasa Museum, and the Nordic Museum, is visible from the hotel and reachable by boat in under 20 minutes. Gamla Stan (Old Town) is approximately 15 minutes by water.