Centrally located within walking distance of most city center sights
One-block walk to Central Station for airport trains and metro
Colorful, contemporary rooms have modern bathrooms with underfloor heating
French bistro with alfresco terrace
Buffet breakfast included in room rate
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Rear courtyard
can be noisy
Rooms lack air-conditioning
No real spa or health
facilities
Single rooms are small
As its name
suggests, one of the strongest features of the Central Hotel is its location: it's a block from Stockholm's main train station and within walking distance of most area attractions. This small mid-range hotel has modern Scandinavian style, and many of its 110 bright and playful rooms overlook a pleasant courtyard garden. A free breakfast buffet is served in the hotel's French bistro, which is open for lunch and dinner and gets solid reviews. Overall, the hotel is a clean and
no-nonsense option in a prime location, though Freys Hotel around the
corner is generally a little cheaper, and rooms include minibars.
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Scene
Bright modern chain hotel with Scandinavian vibe and pleasant courtyard
While the
entrance to the Central Hotel -- with its neon sign and filament bulbs --feels
a little vintage showbiz, a long softly-lit corridor leads to interiors that have a fresh and modern feel. The lobby is bright and airy, dotted with bold
artwork and a glass-paneled ceiling that curves over a sweeping polished stone
staircase. Part of the Swedish PerfilHotels chain, the vibe is unmistakably
Scandinavian through most of the property, emphasized by cityscape photos of
Stockholm and a modern design scheme that pairs sober shades with bright hues. A
single glass elevator services the hotel's five floors, while a rear shared garden
courtyard provides a pleasant place to flop on colorful deck chairs surrounded
by potted plants and shrubbery. The hotel's restaurant draws visitors wandering about Stockholm's city center, even if its French bistro look is a bit forced. The hotel's guests come from all categories, including solo and business travelers plus couples and families.
Location
Centrally Norrmalm District, next to Stockholm's main train station
In Stockholm's central Norrmalm District, this hotel is about as central as it gets -- hence the name. Many of the city's major sights are within walking distance, including Stockholm City Hall, a handsome and historic waterfront building that's just over 10 minutes away on foot. The Norrmalm District features Sweden's largest shopping area, including an underground mall, while the city's charming old town -- on the island of Stadsholmen -- is about a five-minute cab journey from the hotel. Ambitious guests can walk there in 20 minutes. The hotel is also convenient to public transport. Central Station is two blocks away from the hotel, where Arlanda Express trains to Arlanda International Airport are available. The trip takes about 30 minutes, or 45 minutes by taxi. The city's metro, or tunnelbana, is also available at Central Station, and trips to iconic Stortorget take about 10 minutes. Panoramic views of the city are available from Monteliusvagen, 20 minutes away by tunnelbana.
Rooms
Colorful, contemporary rooms plus bathrooms with heated floors
The hotel has 110
rooms, all of which have a smart, contemporary style that utilizes eye-catching colors and have a playful atmosphere. Expect to see wooden floors, light wood-veneer furniture with clean lines, and
wallpaper mural photographs of Stockholm street scenes on accent walls. Distinctive design touches include neon green fishnet window coverings as well as pink, purple, green, and blue hues in various hardware and furniture. All rooms include free Wi-Fi,
electric kettles with tea or coffee, and flat-screen TVs with cable channels, plus suites also
have Nespresso machines, bathrobes, and free mineral water. Some rooms also
provide a set of dumbbells. Single Rooms are tiny, at just 12 square meters (129 square feet), though all other rooms are at least 15 square meters large (161 square feet), which is reasonable by Stockholm city center standards. Bathrooms are simple, clean, and modern, with
rainfall showers, underfloor heating, and heated towel rails. Most rooms
overlook the courtyard, which is generally quiet, but can get noisy with evening
workers and morning garbage collection if windows are left open. Lack of air-conditioning can be an issue during warmer weather.
Features
Parisian bistro with outdoor terrace and free breakfast
The hotel's features are fairly limited. A breakfast
buffet of cold cuts, cereals, and a few Swedish specialties is served in the hotel's French bistro-style restaurant. It's
not outstanding, but more than adequate and included in the price. La Gare
restaurant is also open for lunch and dinner and serves a Parisian-influenced menu that gets solid reviews, plus it has an outdoor terrace for alfresco dining during warmer weather. Free
tea and coffee are available throughout the day in the lobby. The hotel
has a good selection of meeting rooms and Wi-Fi is free throughout.
Aside from the in-room dumbbells in some units, there are no health facilities on-site.
