A sophisticated five-star hotel in a converted 19th-century bank building on Norrmalmstorg, with a lively cocktail bar and brasserie. The hotel exudes understated Nordic elegance with rich materials and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
The Nobis Hotel occupies a landmark neo-classical building on Norrmalmstorg, the square at the commercial heart of central Stockholm, directly adjacent to the NK department store — one of Sweden's largest and most prestigious. The Royal Dramatic Theatre is a short walk along Norrmalm, and the restaurant-lined streets of Östermalm begin immediately to the east. Östermalmstorg and T-Centralen metro stations are both within ten minutes on foot, providing rapid connections across the city and to the Arlanda Express at Central Station.
The building dates to the late 19th century and functioned as a bank before Studio Oi transformed it into a hotel. The architects preserved the original stone columns, vaulted ceilings and ornate plasterwork while introducing a contemporary residential sensibility in the rooms. The 201 rooms and suites are finished in natural linen, dark timber and custom joinery, balancing Nordic restraint with five-star comfort. Upper-floor suites command views over the square and rooftops of central Stockholm, and several rooms retain original architectural proportions that would be difficult to reproduce in a modern building.
Caina, the hotel's all-day restaurant, occupies the former banking hall and serves modern European cooking with Scandinavian seasonal produce — the setting, with its preserved columns and soaring ceiling, is one of the most impressive dining rooms in the city. The Lobby Bar is well regarded by Stockholm regulars for its classic cocktail programme and curated wine list. An in-house fitness room provides cardio equipment and free weights; beauty and body treatments are available through in-house therapists. The Nobis belongs to the Nobis Hospitality Group, whose ethos emphasises understated Swedish hospitality — attentive without formality. The hotel suits guests who value heritage architecture, a prime commercial address and a quieter luxury than Stockholm's larger grand properties. Business travellers benefit from well-equipped meeting rooms and reliable high-speed connectivity.
Amenities
- bar
- restaurant
- wifi
- fitness centre
- concierge
- spa treatments
Location
Norrmalmstorg 2-4, 111 86 Stockholm
59.3337, 18.0729 View on map
Highlights
- Former 19th-century banking hall converted into Caina restaurant — one of Stockholm's most architecturally striking dining rooms
- Norrmalmstorg address directly adjacent to NK department store and minutes from Östermalm's finest restaurants
- 201 rooms in a heritage building with preserved columns, vaulted ceilings and original plasterwork
- Lobby Bar with a strong cocktail and wine programme drawing hotel guests and local regulars
- Understated five-star hospitality from the Nobis Hospitality Group — attentive without formality
Tips for visiting
- Request an upper-floor suite for rooftop views over central Stockholm — lower rooms are comfortable but have more limited outlooks.
- Caina is open to non-hotel guests and books up on weekends; reserve ahead if you want to dine in the banking hall.
- The NK department store next door has an excellent food hall on the ground floor — a convenient option for picking up breakfast supplies or picnic items.
Accessibility
Step-free access at the main entrance, lifts to all floors, and accessible rooms with adapted bathrooms available on request. The hotel's heritage building means some public areas have period flooring that may be uneven.