Scandic Continental

The location at Vasagatan 22 – directly opposite Central Station

Scandic Continental is located at Vasagatan 22, directly opposite Stockholm Central. The proximity to the hub for long-distance trains, underground and commuter trains makes the hotel a practical choice for travellers with early departures or late arrivals. T-Centralen underground station is in direct connection, and Arlanda Express departs from Central Station, providing air travellers with a convenient alternative to taxi.

Sergels torg is just a five-minute walk to the east. Gamla stan, Kulturhuset and Stockholm City Hall are all within walking distance from the hotel. Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre is on the other side of the station area, within walking distance, making the hotel useful for congress participants who want to combine conference with accommodation without needing to travel between facilities. The central location means that the city's main attractions are accessible without taxi or public transport.

The hotel is cashless and accepts card payment only. Parking is available for a fee. Luggage storage is offered at reception, which is staffed around the clock, which facilitates guests arriving early or wishing to leave luggage after checkout and continue exploring the city without carrying bags. Bicycles can be hired at the hotel for those who prefer to get around the city area on their own. Round-the-clock reception staffing also means that check-in can take place regardless of arrival time, which is a practical advantage for those travelling on late flights or trains and need a reliable option without time-limited check-in desk.

The rooftop bar Capital on the eighth floor and the restaurant The Market

The hotel's most prominent feature is the rooftop bar Capital, located on the eighth floor with views over Södermalm, Kungsholmen and City Hall. The bar is open to the public and not only for hotel guests. A tree-covered outdoor terrace is complemented by an indoor section, making Capital a year-round destination. The menu includes cocktails, a wide selection of wine and beer, and bar food. Opening hours are Monday to Thursday 14:00–00:00, Friday and Saturday 14:00–01:00 and Sunday 14:00–23:00.

Capital also contains a separate space called The View, which can be booked for private events such as cocktail parties, breakfast meetings and dinners. In addition to the rooftop bar, there is a lobby bar in the hotel. On the eleventh floor there is a sun terrace reserved for hotel guests, providing residents with access to another viewpoint with a different character than the public bar on the eighth floor. Those staying at the hotel thus have access to two distinct viewpoints with different atmospheres and accessibility.

The restaurant The Market is located in the hotel and serves breakfast buffet. The hotel also offers room service. Breakfast is not automatically included in the room rate but depends on the chosen booking option – it is important to distinguish between what is included in the price and what can be ordered separately for an additional charge. For an evening meal beyond the bar menu, there are restaurants in the immediate vicinity around Central Station and Sergels torg. The lobby bar offers another option for those seeking a quieter environment than the rooftop bar.

Cabin rooms without windows and other room categories

The hotel has 392 rooms divided into several categories with clear differences in size and light. The most basic consideration concerns the Cabin rooms: these have no windows and measure 11–13 square metres for the double version and 11–12 square metres for the single version, with space for a maximum of two and one guest respectively. Natural daylight is completely absent in these rooms, which is a factor to weigh in for those sensitive to enclosed environments.

Standard rooms measure 15–25 square metres and accommodate a maximum of two guests. Superior rooms are 16–31 square metres with the same maximum occupancy. The rooms are equipped with wooden floors, flat-screen TV, iron and desk. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Bathroom facilities vary between categories, and it is worth checking the selected category's specification when booking, as the same equipment list does not apply to all rooms.

Some rooms in the higher categories face the city whilst others face the hotel's atrium. The difference in experience can be significant, and it is worth specifying a view preference when booking. The hotel accepts pets in specially adapted rooms, and accessible rooms are available. All room details and exact equipment per category are shown on Scandic's official booking page, where current information on each room category is provided on an ongoing basis. Those who prioritise natural light should avoid the Cabin category and instead choose Standard or Superior, which include windows facing the city or atrium.

Gym, sauna and conference facilities for up to 900 participants

Scandic Continental has a gym that is open around the clock. The sauna has opening hours 06:00–22:00 every day of the week. The training facility is of a functional nature and suits those who want to maintain their training routine during a business trip. The sauna is adjacent to the gym and offers the opportunity to recover after a long conference day. The gym's continuous availability suits guests with early meetings or late arrivals, whilst sauna visits need to be planned within its stated opening hours.

Conference capacity is significant for a city hotel. Scandic states that the hotel offers meeting rooms for up to 900 participants. The single largest room combination is 472 square metres and accommodates up to 450 people in a seated configuration. The meeting rooms vary in size from smaller boardrooms to larger halls, and several of them have natural light, which is a quality factor often highlighted in conference contexts. WiFi is included in the meeting rooms, and conference service and catering can be ordered on site, which reduces the need for external coordination.

The hotel also offers dry cleaning and laundry services as well as luggage storage. Reception is staffed around the clock, which facilitates guests with irregular arrival times. For those combining conference participation with accommodation, the location directly opposite Central Station provides a logistical advantage, with train connections from across the country and direct connection to Arlanda Express from the station. This makes the hotel a relevant option for medium-sized congresses and corporate events where participants arrive from different parts of Sweden.