The Vibe: Urban buzz.

The Area: Norrmalm, right in the city centre by Hötorget square, just opposite the famous fruit and vegetable vendors, as well as the food market hall Hötorgshallen and Stockholm Concert Hall. The area is very busy, this is the melting pot for city workers, tourists and locals.

The DNA: Haymarket by Scandic is housed within the former PUB department store with iconic interiors harking to the building’s original 1920s design, including Art Deco-style detailing on the building’s floors, staircase, and gallery-like entrance and modern, bespoke furnishings. The hotel’s extended café Greta’s is named for film star Greta Garbo, who was once a PUB employee. Also located onsite are Paul’s restaurant and the Americain bar.

Suite-Me-Up: Each guest room showcases an ambiance reminiscent of the Roaring Twenties with marble countertops, velvet couches, rose gold faucets, and custom patterned wallpaper and textiles, while one exclusive suite boasts a rooftop terrace that doubles as an outdoor events space.

✅ free Wi-Fi • size matters: 405 rooms, including 16 suites (13-33m2) (140-355 sq ft) • hotel opened: 2016 • interior design: Koncept • bathroom amenities: custom ❌ no parking available • no pets allowed • 24-hour front desk • wheelchair accessible