Experience the vibrant heart of Stockholm at Hotel Rival, where Scandinavian charm meets modern comfort. Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, explore the city's landmarks like Stockholm Palace and City Hall on foot or by bike rental. With free in-room WiFi, 3 bars to unwind in and multilingual staff always ready to help.
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Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and 3 bars/lounges
Valet parking
24-hour room service
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour business center
Business center
Meeting rooms
Limo/town car service
24-hour front desk
Computer station
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite TV service
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
DVD player
The current price is $227
$227
$254 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
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.
Stockholm (XEV-Stockholm Central Train Station) - 25 min walk
Stockholm City Station - 25 min walk
Mariatorget T-Bana - 2 min walk
Slussen T-Bana - 8 min walk
Gamla stan T-Bana - 10 min walk
Restaurants
Paradiso - 3 min walk
Sidetrack Bar & Restaurant - 2 min walk
Söders hjärta - 3 min walk
Drop Coffee - 2 min walk
Black & Brown Inn - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Rival
When you stay at Hotel Rival, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Stockholm Palace and Drottninggatan. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Bistro Rival, which serves Scandinavian cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of Vasa Museum and Stockholm Viking Terminal. 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 8 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
99 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Secured covered onsite valet parking (SEK 695 per night)
Bistro Rival - This bistro specializes in Scandinavian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Cafe Rival - This café specializes in Scandinavian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
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
Parking
Covered valet parking costs SEK 695 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
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. Hotel Rival also has 3 bars.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Rival?
Yes, Bistro Rival offers Scandinavian 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
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Amenities
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and amazing with great options. (169 reviews)
The hotel is easy to get to from the airport and staff arranged airport transportation for guests. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2026
Lovely room, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast, good location.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2026
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
Sharon
Sharon, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 8, 2026
Friendly service and good breakfast
Marjut
Marjut, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2026
Great location, wonderful staff. Amazing food cool ambiance
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
Excellent customer service
Fatou
Fatou, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2026
Clean, nice hotel room with ok size. Very friendly personal. Great location for Söder
Carl
Carl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2026
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
Amanda
Amanda, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Staff and the room were exceptional
Michelle
Michelle, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Amazing stay, delicious breakfast, and pleasant staff!
Jenna
Jenna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2026
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.
Barry
Barry, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Hotel is beautiful, staff were so accommodating and location is perfect!
Tena
Tena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2025
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.
John
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Friendly staff. Great location
Gary Edward
Gary Edward, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2026
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.
Bernard
Bernard, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
Great hotel, great service and beautiful part of the city, will return in the future!
Hakan
Hakan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Great location, walkable to local attractions, restaurants and shopping
Food in the restaurant outstanding
Beautiful park across
Breakfast also has multiple excellent options
Romana
Romana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
The hotel was wonderful. The staff were very helpful and nice.
Samantha M
Samantha M, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
The staff was excellent: Joel, Cecelia, and the room
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Patricia
Patricia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
Lovely spacious room with balcony and view into park. Very clean and great amenities.
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Wonderful hotel with comfortable beds and an excellent breakfast and bar. We loved the streets nearby with outdoor dining options. Still close to the old town and tourist hot spots - but outside proper tourist area.
Clare
Clare, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
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!
Lynn
Lynn, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 30, 2025
Room was spacious and clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good. My only remark is the bar areas are often taken over for local art and literature gatherings so getting a drink at the bar is almost impossible. We went during the week, too.
Aimee
Aimee, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2025
My husband and I had a wonderful time! Beautiful part of the city. Beds were very comfy. Right across the street from a beautiful park.
stephen
stephen, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 29, 2025
The room was very clean and the staff was very kind. Also we had breakfast and dinner at the hotel and both were good. The main negative point is that room was very very small. We were two people and the room only had chair.
Elisa
Elisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
Good choice overall
The room was excellent, but located next to the coffee machine. Some noise came through. Breakfast was high quality