The Radisson Blu Strand Hotel in Stockholm, Sweden features a waterfront location just 500 meters from Gamla Stan, Stockholm's Old Town.

Opened for the Stockholm Olympic Games of 1912, the Radisson Blu Strand Hotel combines old-world charm with modern amenities. The hotel lobby features white walls accented with caramel-colored floors and bright white upholstered furniture.

The multilingual staff provides amenities that include express checkout. The Strand Restaurant and Lounge serves French, Italian and Swedish dishes and features a healthy menu inspired by Swedish cuisine. Waterfront views from the lounge compliment the eclectic menu of beverages and snacks.

The sauna, on the top floor, offers spectacular view of the city. The hotel was voted "Best Hotel View" in Sweden in 2002. A business center has services that include photocopying and message services. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel. The hotel also has meeting rooms available for banquets and meetings.

The 152 guestrooms at the Radisson Blu Strand hotel are painted in neutral colors accented with brightly colored fabrics in the drapes, bedspreads and upholstery. Amenities in the guestrooms include minibars, in-room safes and tea/coffeemakers. The private bathrooms are starkly modern in design with black and white granite. Bathrobes and slippers are provided. High speed Internet access is available.

The hotel offers discount entrance fees to one of Stockholm's most exclusive health and fitness centers. Sturebadet offers beauty treatments, massages, gym, sauna and swimming pool, aerobics and yoga classes.