Scandic Grand Central in Stockholm

Across the street from the Oscarsteatern theater and a 6-minute walk from Stockholm Central Station, this upscale hotel in an elegant circa-1880s building is also 2.8 km from the Vasa Museum.Basic rooms with wood floors and sleek en suite bathrooms feature free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Some have balconies. Upgraded rooms have traditional, yet stylish decor adding minibars and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas and high-end furnishings.A buffet breakfast is included. There's a hip bistro, fine dining in a converted theater and an urban-chic bar. There's also a gym and free bikes to borrow.