I'd probably say Stockholm, because there's arguably more to do and because it's a more interesting backdrop IMHO.
If you do go for Stockholm I would thoroughly recommend Hotel Skeppsholmen, which is on the museum island, in a quiet and leafy location but only a short walk from the centre. The rooms are fabulous (yes, I said fabulous) and the breakfast is fucking incredible. It's a so-called 'design' hotel, so every last detail is immaculate.
Also, you'd HAVE to eat at Bakfickan ("Back pocket"), a tiny brasserie at the opera house. Great atmosphere, ludicrously delicious Swedish meatballs and not that expensive.
I'd also recommend a trip around the archipelago as well as a cycle around some of the islands near to the centre. Beaut.
One last tip. If you're stuck for something to do at any point, catch a film at the Skandia cinema (Drottninggatan 82). The interior was designed by Swedish architect Gunnar Asplund and is proper beautiful.
I'd probably say Stockholm, because there's arguably more to do and because it's a more interesting backdrop IMHO.
If you do go for Stockholm I would thoroughly recommend Hotel Skeppsholmen, which is on the museum island, in a quiet and leafy location but only a short walk from the centre. The rooms are fabulous (yes, I said fabulous) and the breakfast is fucking incredible. It's a so-called 'design' hotel, so every last detail is immaculate.
Also, you'd HAVE to eat at Bakfickan ("Back pocket"), a tiny brasserie at the opera house. Great atmosphere, ludicrously delicious Swedish meatballs and not that expensive.
I'd also recommend a trip around the archipelago as well as a cycle around some of the islands near to the centre. Beaut.
One last tip. If you're stuck for something to do at any point, catch a film at the Skandia cinema (Drottninggatan 82). The interior was designed by Swedish architect Gunnar Asplund and is proper beautiful.