Central Hotel

ProfilHotels Central on Vasagatan – location and identity

The hotel at Vasagatan 38 on Norrmalm is operated by Ligula Hospitality Group under the ProfilHotels Central brand. According to the hotel's official website, it has borne this name since 2002. Older booking systems and certain search services still list the previous name Central Hotel alongside the current one, which can give the impression of two separate facilities when searching – it is the same address and operation.

The location on Vasagatan is the hotel's most notable feature. Arlanda Express departs from a terminal in immediate proximity, and T-Centralen underground station is approximately 150 metres from the entrance. This means that travellers landing at Arlanda can be checked in without needing to change transport more than once. Drottninggatan begins at the intersection with Klarabergsgatan, and Gamla Stan can be reached on foot heading east along Vasabron. For those arriving by car, parking is available in the surrounding area at a price of 320 kronor per day, a figure confirmed by several independent sources.

Vasagatan is one of Stockholm's busiest thoroughfares, which is worth noting for those sensitive to street noise. The hotel is a smaller option in a city landscape otherwise dominated by large chains, and the personal service profile is an explicit brand promise within the ProfilHotels chain. The hotel premises house the French bistro La Gare Stockholm, whose concept, opening hours and breakfast inclusion for hotel guests are confirmed via ligula.se. Conference operations are conducted in five named meeting rooms – Östermalm, Kungsholmen, Vasastan, Södermalm and Boardroom – with a total capacity of up to 100 persons and 75 seats in theatre-style setup according to the official conference page.

Rooms with Carpe Diem beds and rainfall showers

The hotel has 110 rooms divided into several categories: Classic Single, Classic Queen, Classic Twin, Superior Twin, Superior King and Suite. All rooms are equipped with Carpe Diem beds and wooden floors, according to the hotel's official website. Each room has a rainfall shower, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and coffee and tea facilities. Wireless internet is included in the room rate.

The room categories differ in size and facilities. Classic Single is the smallest option and suits one person, whilst Superior Twin accommodates up to three guests. The suite is the most spacious category with a separate bedroom and living room. Booking.com states that the rooms are renovated and that all face an inner courtyard, but this is a third-party source and should be confirmed when booking if it is decisive for your room choice. Superior King offers a larger double room for guests who desire more space, whilst Classic Queen is a middle option between single rooms and the larger categories. Classic Twin and Superior Twin differ in size and are both suitable for two guests who prefer separate beds.

The hotel is classified as a non-smoking hotel. Pets are welcome but require advance booking. Accessible rooms are available and the hotel has wheelchair access, making it possible for guests with mobility restrictions to move around the property. Luggage storage and 24-hour reception are available to all guests, regardless of arrival or departure time.

La Gare – French bistro with breakfast buffet

Directly adjacent to the hotel is the restaurant La Gare. The concept is described by Ligula on the official website as "Un hommage à L'Entrecôte" – a tribute to the French bistro tradition with entrecôte and classic accompaniments at its centre, in an interior inspired by Paris. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch Monday to Friday and dinner, and also has a bar.

The breakfast buffet is included in the room rate and is served in the La Gare premises. This means guests do not need to leave the hotel property for a full breakfast, which is convenient for early departures with Arlanda Express. In addition to breakfast, La Gare offers à la carte lunch and dinner that are open to outside visitors as well, making the restaurant a standalone meeting place in the district. Lunch service is limited to weekdays, whilst dinner service is available on all days the restaurant is open. The bar complements the offering and gives guests the opportunity to end the evening on site without needing to seek other establishments near Vasagatan.

The La Gare concept exists at several ProfilHotels facilities in Sweden, but the Stockholm restaurant is the one integrated with ProfilHotels Central on Vasagatan. The restaurant is described on the official page as small but with strong identity, and the menu is complemented by a generous dessert selection and a choice of wines. The concept's French bistro profile is consistent throughout both menu and interior design, making La Gare a clearly defined part of the hotel's overall guest experience rather than a generic hotel restaurant.

Five meeting rooms with Clevertouch technology for up to 100 participants

ProfilHotels Central has five meeting rooms with a combined capacity of up to 100 persons in the meeting space in total, of which 75 seats in theatre-style setup, according to the hotel's official conference page. The rooms are named Östermalm, Kungsholmen, Vasastan, Södermalm and Boardroom, and differ in size and setup options. Vasastan is the smallest room with space for up to 10 participants, whilst Östermalm and Kungsholmen accommodate up to 30 persons in theatre or classroom setup. Södermalm and Boardroom are capacity-wise between these extremes and give conference organisers the opportunity to choose a room that suits the group's size and working method.

All five meeting rooms are equipped with interactive Clevertouch screens, which enable wireless screen sharing and touchscreen-based presentation, according to the official website. Wireless internet is included in the conference offering. The hotel positions itself clearly towards business travellers and conference groups, and the central location at Central Station facilitates attendance by participants from different parts of the country. Conference enquiries are handled via email or telephone directly with the hotel, which gives organisers the opportunity to discuss arrangements and room choices tailored to the group's needs.

For the individual business traveller without conference needs, the hotel offers a business centre, dry cleaning and luggage storage. Paid parking is available at the hotel's car park at a price of 320 kronor per day, which is relevant for those participants who choose to drive despite the proximity to public transport. The hotel's restaurant La Gare, operated by Ligula Hospitality Group, serves breakfast and is located adjacent to the hotel at Central Station in Stockholm.