Haymarket by Scandic

Every now and then a four-star earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, Haymarket by Scandic, in Norrmalm, is one of those. The setting is part of the appeal, barely a stroll from the centre of Stockholm, and the location score sits in strong territory because of it. Expect well-appointed…

Every now and then a four-star earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, Haymarket by Scandic, in Norrmalm, is one of those. The setting is part of the appeal, barely a stroll from the centre of Stockholm, and the location score sits in strong territory because of it. Expect well-appointed rooms with an in-house restaurant and reliable wi-fi, practical details that keep showing up in consistently flattering comfort feedback. It feels lived-in rather than staged, which tends to be the difference between a stay you remember and one you don't. With well over 6,600 reviews on the books and a solid average, the reception from guests does most of the talking here. Reputation has held up across enough stays to mean something. Recent rates have been hovering around €126 a night, which lands as a middle-of-the-road option for the city. Whether Haymarket by Scandic is the right fit depends on the trip, but it earns a place on the comparison shortlist for Stockholm more often than not.