Haymarket by Scandic
Norrmalm, Stockholm
Hotel in Stockholm, Sweden
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Haymarket by Scandic wins on location and building character: a restored 1920s property directly on Hötorget, with reliable Scandic service standards and rooms finished above the brand's norm. It won't match Ett Hem for intimacy or At Six for design ambition, but for central Stockholm at a mid-to-upper rate, it's one of the most practical booking decisions in the city.
About Haymarket by Scandic
Haymarket by Scandic: Stockholm's Best-Located Mid-to-Upper Hotel
Haymarket by Scandic sits at Hötorget 13-15, directly on one of Stockholm's most central squares, which is the single most telling advantage this property has over almost every competitor in its price tier. If location is your primary criterion, this is one of the easiest booking decisions in Stockholm. The question is whether the property justifies the rate beyond its address.
The hotel occupies a beautifully restored 1920s building, the arrival experience reflects that heritage: a lobby that makes an impression without trying too hard, with scale and period detail that budget and midrange Stockholm hotels simply cannot replicate. For value-seekers, the architecture alone delivers something you'd pay a premium for elsewhere. Check-in is typically smooth and professional under the Scandic operational standard, which means reliable service consistency even if it lacks the personalised warmth of smaller independent properties like Ett Hem.
From a check-in-to-checkout flow perspective, the stay is well-managed. Rooms are well-proportioned by Stockholm standards and finished to a higher spec than the Scandic brand's standard properties, though they don't reach the design ambition of At Six or the sheer grandeur of Grand Hôtel Stockholm. The bar and restaurant space within the hotel draws a mixed crowd of guests and locals, which keeps the atmosphere lively without feeling like a tourist trap. Departure is direct, benefiting from the same operational efficiency that defines the brand.
Timing matters here. Stockholm hotel rates fluctuate significantly by season: summer (June to August) and the Christmas market period drive rates up sharply. If you're optimising for value, shoulder seasons; April to May and September to October; offer better rates with minimal trade-off in experience. Midweek bookings consistently undercut weekend prices across Stockholm's hotel sector, Haymarket is no exception.
Reservations: Easy; book directly or through major OTAs with no meaningful lead-time requirement outside peak periods. Dress: No dress code; smart casual suits the lobby bar. Budget: Mid-to-upper tier for Stockholm; competitive for the location and building quality. Location: Hötorget 13-15, Stockholm, central T-Centralen adjacency makes it ideal for transit-heavy itineraries.
For more Stockholm options, see our full Stockholm hotels guide, our full Stockholm restaurants guide, and our full Stockholm bars guide. If you're considering further afield in Sweden, Arctic Bath in Harads and Görvälns Slott in Järfälla offer compelling alternatives for different trip types.
Planning details
- Location
- Hötorget 13-15, 111 57 Stockholm, Sweden
- Website
- scandichotels.com/en/hotels/haymarket-by-scandic
- Phone
- +46 8 517 267 00
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Haymarket by Scandic foregrounds the character of its 1920s department-store shell, so the hotel feels like an adaptive reuse project rather than a generic modern block. High ceilings and broad floor plates make the public spaces read as legacy retail architecture — grand in scale and legible in detail — while the interiors are calibrated for a crowd-oriented, design-forward hotel experience. That retained commercial DNA gives the property an urbane, slightly theatrical quality: it’s a centrally sited, historically rooted stay that prioritises architectural personality over anonymous hospitality minimalism.
Best For
The hotel suits travellers who value location and character as much as creature comforts. Business guests benefit from the direct metro links and short walks to cultural destinations, while city-breakers and design-minded visitors appreciate the building’s tangible history and the hotel’s elevated food-and-drink offer. Music and theatre attendees also find it convenient: the Konserthuset is nearby, making Haymarket a sensible base for pre-concert dining. In short, it’s a top pick for short stays where neighbourhood and hotel dining are central to the plan.
Stay Tips
Because the hotel positions its restaurant and bar as a core part of the guest experience, prioritise booking a table for dinner if your stay hinges on the food programme. If you’re heading to a concert at the nearby Konserthuset, reserve earlier evening seating or arrive at the bar before the performance to avoid peak service times. Treat the hotel’s dining offer as a destination; reservations are the safest way to ensure you get the experience that the property emphasises.
Venue details
Ambiance
Art Deco-inspired with powdery pastels, rich ornamentation, geometric patterns, rose gold accents, and cinematic lighting evoking 1920s glamour.
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About the Stay
- Rooms
- 405
- Check-in
- 16:00
- Check-out
- 12:00
- Property Style
- Modern Art Deco in Historic Department Store Building
- Design Style
- Miami Deco with Gaga Twist, Powdery Pastels, Rose Gold, Geometric Patterns
Planning details
Location
Hötorget 13-15, 111 57 Stockholm, Sweden · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ett Hem; Notable alternative
- Grand Hôtel Stockholm; Notable alternative
- Stockholm Stadshotell; Notable alternative
- At Six; Notable alternative
- Backstage Hotel Stockholm; Notable alternative
Hotel context
How Haymarket by Scandic Compares
Grand Hôtel Stockholm is the prestige choice for guests who want Stockholm's most storied address on the waterfront, but you'll pay a meaningful premium for that heritage and the service depth that comes with it. Haymarket gives you a comparable building character at a lower price point, making it the better call if you want period atmosphere without the top-tier room rate. At Six, by contrast, wins on contemporary design and a stronger cocktail bar program; choose it if aesthetics and nightlife adjacency matter more to you than Hötorget's transit convenience.
Ett Hem operates in a different category entirely: a 12-room house hotel with intensely personalised service that Haymarket cannot replicate at scale. If you're travelling for a special occasion and want a stay that feels curated rather than managed, Ett Hem is worth the higher rate. For straightforward city-centre logistics; early arrivals, late departures, easy metro access; Haymarket is more practical. Backstage Hotel Stockholm targets a younger, music-culture-oriented guest and comes in at a lower price point; it's the right pick if budget compression is the priority and design personality matters more than location centrality.
Among the broader Stockholm mid-upper set, Berns Hotel and Bank Hotel offer comparable building-heritage credentials but with more distinct food and beverage programs that can tip the decision if dining quality is central to your stay. Haymarket's advantage remains its Hötorget position and the Scandic operational consistency; predictable, well-managed, rarely disappointing, even if it doesn't generate the same word-of-mouth as the city's more characterful independents.
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| Venue | Awards |
|---|---|
| Haymarket by Scandic | 2026 White Guide Sweden Hotels - Exceptional Level |
| Ett Hem | 2026 Forbes Recommended2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Luxury Hotels2026 White Guide Sweden Hotels - Global Exceptional Level2026 La Liste Top Hotels2025 World’s 50 Best Hotels · #892025 Michelin 1 Key2025 Forbes Recommended2025 Conde Nast Hotels Gold ListSmall Luxury Hotels Member 2025 |
| Grand Hôtel Stockholm | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #12026 Virtuoso Luxury Hotel Collection2026 Forbes Recommended2026 White Guide Sweden Hotels - Global Exceptional LevelLeading Hotels of the World 2026Conde Nast Gold List 20262025 Michelin 2 Keys2025 Forbes Recommended |
| Stockholm Stadshotell | 2026 House & Garden Great Stays Travel Hot List2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Luxury Hotels2026 Relais Chateaux Hotels2025 Architectural Digest Great Design Hotel Award WinnersNational Geographic Hotel Awards 20252025 Michelin 1 Key2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| At Six | Star Wine Lists 20262026 White Guide Sweden Hotels - Global Exceptional Level2025 Michelin Selected HotelsPreferred Hotels L.V.X. Collection 2025 |
| Backstage Hotel Stockholm | 2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Luxury Hotels2026 White Guide Sweden Hotels - Very Fine Level2025 Michelin Selected HotelsPreferred Hotels Member 2025 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the location of Haymarket by Scandic?
The location is the main reason to book this hotel. Hötorget 13-15 places you directly on one of Stockholm's most central squares, with the metro, Kulturhuset, the main shopping corridor all within a few minutes on foot. For first-time visitors or anyone prioritising walkability over neighbourhood character, this address is hard to beat.
How is the dining at Haymarket by Scandic?
The hotel's dining offer suits guests who want a reliable, hotel-anchored meal rather than a destination restaurant experience. The bar and restaurant draw from the Art Deco heritage of the building, the central location means Stockholm's broader dining scene is always within easy reach if you want to eat out. Treat in-hotel dining as a convenience rather than the reason to book.
Do loyalty programs work at Haymarket by Scandic?
Yes. As part of the Scandic Hotels group, Haymarket accepts Scandic Friends points, which is one of the more practical Scandinavian hotel loyalty schemes. If you travel frequently in the Nordic region, accumulating and redeeming points here is straightforward. Members often get access to early check-in and discounted rates, which adds meaningful value at this price tier.
When is the best time to book Haymarket by Scandic?
Book as far out as possible if travelling in June through August, when Stockholm's hotel market tightens significantly and rates at central properties rise. Shoulder seasons (April to May and September to October) offer better value and availability, with the city's cultural calendar still active. Winter stays are typically the easiest to book and often the most competitively priced.
What is check-in like at Haymarket by Scandic?
Scandic properties generally operate efficient, well-staffed front desks with digital check-in options available through their app, Haymarket follows that format. Standard check-in is typically mid-afternoon; if you arrive earlier, luggage storage is available. The lobby's Art Deco interior makes the arrival experience feel more considered than a standard chain hotel.
Which room category is best at Haymarket by Scandic?
Rooms facing Hötorget square give you the full benefit of the address and are worth requesting if available. Superior and larger room categories in this building tend to reflect the heritage architecture more noticeably than entry-level rooms. If you're splitting the cost across a longer stay, stepping up one category is likely worthwhile for the space and character difference.
How is the pool and spa at Haymarket by Scandic?
Haymarket by Scandic includes a spa and pool facility, which is a meaningful differentiator at this price point in central Stockholm. It won't match a standalone Nordic spa destination, but for hotel guests wanting an in-house recovery option after a day on foot, the offering is practical. If spa access is a primary driver, compare against Grand Hôtel before booking.
