Scandic Grand Central, building in Stockholm Municipality, Stockholm County, Sweden
Scandic Grand Central is a hotel in Norrmalm, Stockholm, housed in a former school building a short walk from the central train station. The lobby is covered by a large glass ceiling that lets in daylight, and the seating area features deep red and blue velvet chairs.
The building served as a school and theater before it was converted into a hotel. The renovation kept much of the original industrial character, including the brick walls and open structural elements that are still visible today.
The hotel sits in Norrmalm, a neighborhood full of theaters and music venues that are still in active use today. Walking out the front door, guests find themselves in the middle of a lively part of the city where Stockholmers come to see shows and meet in the evenings.
The hotel is within easy walking distance of both the main train station and the central bus terminal, so getting in and out of the city is straightforward. Guests can borrow bicycles at no extra cost, which is a good option for getting around the city center.
Some rooms in the basement have no windows, which makes them a cheaper option compared to standard rooms on the upper floors. The higher category rooms come with record players, and song lyrics are printed on the walls throughout the building, giving the place a clear music theme.
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