Hotel Rival

Property class: 4
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Avicii Arena

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When you stay at Hotel Rival, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Stockholm Viking Terminal and ABBA The Museum. The cocktail bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Tavernan, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of 3Arena and Gröna Lund. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Mariatorget T-Bana is steps away and Slussen T-Bana is 7 minutes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Limo/town car service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • DVD player
The current price is $180
$202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5

Why we love this property

Scandinavian flavors
Culinary adventures await with free buffet breakfast, 3 bars, and Scandinavian cuisine. Vegetarian options satisfy diverse palates at this hotel.
Luxurious sleep haven
Drift away on Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding with a custom pillow menu. Blackout drapes and 24-hour room service enhance the stylish retreat.
Art Deco charm
This hotel showcases elegant Art Deco architecture paired with thoughtfully curated decor. Every design element speaks to a bygone era of glamour.

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a teddy bear, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(80 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall-mounted telephone, and a large painting above the bed.

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(167 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Map
Mariatorget 3, Box 175 25, Stockholm, SE-118 91

What's nearby

  • Maria Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Stockholm City Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Medborgarplatsen - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sodra Teatern - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stockholm Palace - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Stockholm (BMA-Bromma) - 28 min drive
  • Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - 45 min drive
  • Stockholm Södra Station - 6 min walk
  • Stockholm Central Station - 25 min walk
  • Stockholm (XEV-Stockholm Central Train Station) - 25 min walk
  • Mariatorget T-Bana - 2 min walk
  • Slussen T-Bana - 7 min walk
  • Gamla stan T-Bana - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Drop Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Johan & Nyström - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Half Way Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Falafelbaren - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black & Brown Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rival

  • When you stay at Hotel Rival, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Stockholm Viking Terminal and ABBA The Museum. The cocktail bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Tavernan, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of 3Arena and Gröna Lund. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Mariatorget T-Bana is steps away and Slussen T-Bana is 7 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 99 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (SEK 695 per night)
    • Limited valet parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 47
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Video-game console
  • DVD player
  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Uses some LED lighting

Special features

Dining

Tavernan - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Watson Bar - This cocktail bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of SEK 750 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for SEK 700.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs SEK 695 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit/debit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Rival

Hotel Rival Stockholm

Rival Hotel

Rival Stockholm

Rival Hotel Stockholm

Hotel Rival Hotel

Hotel Rival Stockholm

Hotel Rival Hotel Stockholm

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Rival offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Rival does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Rival?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Rival?

Yes. Valet parking costs SEK 695 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Rival?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of SEK 750 (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Rival?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Cosmopol Stockholm (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Rival and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Rival?

Yes, Tavernan offers alfresco dining and Mediterranean cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel Rival like?

Hotel Rival is a short 2-minute walk from Mariatorget T-Bana and 17 minutes' walk from Stockholm Palace. Our travelers say the local area is very walkable.

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Reviews

Hotel Rival Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were delicious and plentiful with many choices including gluten-free options. (194 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered delicious food, good service, and a pleasant atmosphere, with many guests praising the breakfast, bistro, and tavern options. (57 reviews)
  • The hotel staff arranged airport transportation and were very helpful in getting guests to the airport. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, amazing breakfast, staff was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a lovely part of the city. The breakfasts were fantastic. Would highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast, good location.
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed 2 nights, had booked a deluxe double room with a balcony. But was offered an upgrade to room with a terrace (slight increase in price). Great room, the staff were helpful, friendly and attentive! Great area, highly recommend Hotel Rival. We enjoyed the breakfast. Traveled from the US, would stay here again if we visit Stockholm!
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotell Rival is always a safe booking when you visit Stockholm. Great location, wonderful rooms, and a Hotell staff that is always at their best. Enjoy
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2/10 Poor

Fantastic neighborhood. Large room. Tremendous breakfast with both buffet and made to order options including many gluten free. Staff very helpful.
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8/10 Very good

Friendly service and good breakfast
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, wonderful staff. Amazing food cool ambiance
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10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff! Great location. Fun bar!
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a fabulous hotel with an excellent location. Lots of great restaurants within walking distance. The breakfast was excellent. We left at 5:30am on our last sadly and they offered and prepared a to go breakfast for us to take with us to the airport. If you stay on the 4th floor there is an excellent coffee machine with free coffee 24/7. We loved our stay here
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with amazing staff (especially the concierge). Rooms and decor were great. The breakfast was to die for. Will definitely come back.
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6/10 Good

Despite the three stars review I must say I enjoyed my stay - but it was really most because of the staff, the bar and the breakfast. The room, however, was very small. No place to put clothes for 4 days with just barely room for two shirts in a very narrow closet. So I felt I was living in suitcase….literally. And for the price they charge - this is just not good enough. Even if the staff and particularly the breakfast, is outstanding
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff and the room were exceptional
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, nice hotel room with ok size. Very friendly personal. Great location for Söder
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel in Stockholm. We will definitely return one day. Everything was perfect room, food & the wonderful staff. A great location and beautiful in the snow. Thank you
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were AMAZING! The hotel was very chic, the room was clean and very unique and the restaurant was wonderful. Thank you to all for a wonderful stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent customer service
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10/10 Exceptional

A sixth floor room with balcony overlooking the square was perfect. Spacious, clean and well appointed. The staff were extremely helpful, nothing too much trouble. It’s well positioned too which means it’s easy to get to/from the airport and to the different islands in Stockholm itself.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent: Joel, Cecelia, and the room Maid.
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10/10 Exceptional

What makes me see one hotel as superior to another begins with how you are treated at the very start. This is one of those hotels. Those behind the reception desk actually answer your questions, offer solutions to your needs and made me feel they sincerely wanted to (and did) help. The entire staff, throughout my 3 day stay, maintained that same level of care. They advised on which taxis were 'honorable'; booked tours; even offerred to take me on a tour when a guide wasn't available. It was just unlike any hotel I have ever stayed. Oh, they have coffee at all hours - even for those unfortuate travelers who have early moring flights. Their Tavern Restaurant is fun for lunch and dinner and thier breakfast is impressive. It a great hotel on a colorful street where the locals come and sit at the park across the street. You'll be hard pressed to find such a wonderful place when you visit Stockholm!
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10/10 Exceptional

the Room was spacious and clean with a great view of the park across the street. There is 24 hour tea and coffee, good coffee on the 4th floor. The breakfast is excellent, the croissants are like paris. the staff very helpful and friendly. The Concierge Michele knows all about Stockholm, she is amazing. It is business and couple friendly, less for family.
From a short distance from the hotel a view of City Hall
The shrimp salad
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, enthusiastic, helpful reception staff. Amazing breakfast with so many options. Love the location - it's in a quieter part of town but easy to access other parts of the city. We had a wonderful stay. Thank you!
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10/10 Exceptional

Our second stay at Hotel Rival and, just like the first time (more than 10 years ago), it was excellent. The hotel is doing something right to be able to maintain such high standards over many years. The breakfast buffet is still one of the best we ever had; the staff are all extremely friendly and helpful. Lovely square in front of the hotel. On our first stay, in December, they sold Christmas trees, and this time, in May, there was a second hand market. Rooms have high quality beds with pillow menus. We missed the teddy bear this time around, but perhaps it is only in rooms when young children stay? (my child not so young anymore now). We hope to be back a bit sooner this time!
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed at Rival 3 nights. We traveled for 2 weeks throughout Europe in May June 2026 and this as the best hotel. A great experience. The staff was so helpful and spent time with us to help us have a great Stockholm experience. The room was spacious and well designed. Everything was new. They had different types of pillows to make sure you had a great sleep. Very quiet hotel. Breakfast was perfect. Order what you want or the buffet. Baked fresh. On the last night we had to leave at 4am and we would miss breakfast, BUT they created a special take away bag of breakfast items just for us. Perfect stay. Easy access to walks and the city.