Mässvägen 2, Älvsjö, 12580 Stockholm, Sweden
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Scandic Talk Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Scandic Talk feels refreshingly different from your typical business hotel — and honestly, that’s exactly what you want when you’re staying near Stockholm’s exhibition center. This four-star property sits right on Mässvägen, which means you’re literally steps from the Stockholmsmässan if that’s why you’re here, but it doesn’t feel sterile or corporate inside. The lobby has this warm, Scandinavian design thing going on that actually works, and the staff genuinely seems happy to see you.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s what I love about Älvsjö — it’s one of those Stockholm neighborhoods that locals know but tourists often miss. You’re about 15 minutes from the city center by train, and the Älvsjö station is practically next door to the hotel. The area has this suburban feel with plenty of green spaces, which is perfect if you want to escape the bustle but still have easy access to everything. There’s parking right at the hotel too, which honestly saved me a headache since driving in central Stockholm can be… well, let’s just say it’s not fun.

The Room Experience

My room was on the fourth floor with a view toward the exhibition halls — not exactly scenic, but surprisingly peaceful. The design follows that clean Scandinavian aesthetic without being cold or minimal to the point of discomfort. You know what impressed me most? The bed was actually comfortable, and the shower had proper water pressure. Sometimes it’s the simple things that matter when you’ve been traveling all day. The workspace was decent too, with good lighting and enough outlets for all your devices.

Breakfast & Dining

The breakfast buffet here is genuinely good — I mean, this is Sweden, so you expect certain standards, but they really deliver. Fresh bread, quality coffee, and a solid selection of both hot and cold options. The restaurant area gets busy during exhibition weeks (trust me on this), so if you’re here during a major trade show, get down early or you’ll be waiting for a table. The staff keeps everything well-stocked though, and they’re quick to clear tables.

Why Guests Love It

What strikes me about this place is how many people seem to come back — there’s definitely a reason for that loyalty beyond just the location. The service feels personal without being intrusive, and everything just works the way it should. Couples particularly seem to appreciate the peaceful setting and easy access to both the exhibition center and central Stockholm. It’s that sweet spot where business travelers feel comfortable but leisure guests don’t feel like they’re staying in a corporate box. If you need to be near Stockholmsmässan or just want a reliable base outside the city center, this place delivers without any unpleasant surprises.

Stockholm hotels keep design lovers close to Nordic museums, fika cafés, and waterfront cycling paths.

Scandic Talk Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Standard Room2 single beds for 2 adults
Superior Room2 single beds for 2 adults
Family Room3 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
Superior King Room1 large double bed for 2 adults
Suite2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 2 children
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Reviews of Scandic Talk

  • Matusa69 from Italy (8/10)

    High level hotel near Stockholmsmässan. It is a business hotel with medium-high price. It is clean and very calm. Room are good with private bathroom. Great breakfast. Location is near the commute train station.

  • Sharron from United Kingdom (7/10)

    Location and staff were good

  • Osborne from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Close to venue

  • Hiroyuki from Japan (8/10)

    Best location: Next to the Stockholmsmassan.

  • Erika from Germany (9/10)

    location was great, quiet but close to Mässan

  • Behrang from Sweden (9/10)

    room, personal,location

  • Arian from Sweden (9/10)

    The staff were very friendly and helpful especially Soroush was super friendly, professional and supportive.

  • Pankaj from Denmark (8/10)

    Clean and located quite close to where we wanted to visit

  • Kate from Ireland (9/10)

    Excellent breakfast, close to train

  • Yasemin from Switzerland (7/10)

    Breakfast was great. It is not close to the city center but 5 mins walk to the train station and 20 minutes by public transport to the old city. The staff is very friendly.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Stureplan: 9 km
  • Långsjöbadet: 3.3 km
  • The Royal Palace: 8 km
  • Älvsjö gamla IP: 1.8 km
  • Sergels Torg Square: 9 km
  • Parkleken Kristallen: 1.8 km
  • Kristallparken Parklek: 1.9 km
  • Hundgården Årstafältet: 2.5 km
  • Museum of Medieval Stockholm: 8 km
  • Fotografiska – Museum of Photography: 8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant The Garden: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Army Museum: 9 km
  • Vasa Museum: 10 km
  • ABBA The Museum: 10 km
  • Skansen Open-Air Museum: 12 km
  • Prince Eugen’s Waldemarsudde: 13 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Solbergaskogen: 1.8 km

Ski lifts:

  • Globen: 7 km
  • Sickla: 7 km
  • Flottsbro Ski Lift: 13 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Sickla Beach: 8 km

Public transport:

  • Train Älvsjö: 300 m
  • Metro Bandhagen: 2.8 km
  • Metro Hagsätra: 2.3 km
  • Train Älvsjö station: 350 m
  • Bus Stockholm City Terminal: 9 km

Closest airports:

  • Bromma Stockholm Airport: 10 km
  • Stockholm Arlanda Airport: 48 km
  • Stockholm Skavsta Airport: 98 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Fitness center
  • Sauna

View:

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • View

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Convenience store on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Terrace

Services:

  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed

Languages Spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Russian
  • Swedish
  • Thai
  • Turkish

Safety & security:

  • Key card access
  • Safe

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
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House Rules at Scandic Talk

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

Children & Beds:

  • Children of all ages are welcome.

No age restriction:

  • There’s no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.6

Comfort:

8.3

Location:

8.5

Free Wifi:

8.1

Facilities:

8.0

Cleanliness:

8.3

Value for money:

7.9