Hostel City Backpackers Hostel

Upplandsgatan 2a, Norrmalm, 111 23 Stockholm, Sweden – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 2543 reviews)

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9.0
Wonderful
2,543 reviews

rooms are very comfortable. free coffee, very decent nice guests, great view from the room. Swedish-like old retro style

Malin Japan

I love the location! It's only 9-min by walk from the Central Station, and walking distance to the shopping areas.

Camille Sweden

The entire experience was awesome. The entire place is being cleaned everyday which keeps the places spotless, and all the common areas very inviting. Speaking of common areas, this hostel is great to come and meet new people at, everyone is super friendly and always open to talk and hung out which is great if you want company, even though being in your own private area in the room is always an option. Plus if you want to do things with people in the evenings, someone is always up to something. Best hostel for people seeking a great location, great facilities, and great people.

Assaf Israel

The rooms, cleanliness, location, the restaurant next door

Manroop Sweden

Good location Nice staff and residents Clean room and common area

Han Sweden

Great location (5 min walking from T-Centralen metro stop), clean facilities (room,bathrooms,showers,kitchen), the rooms are very well insulated from the sound and have air conditioning so that you're not bothered at all even if other guests are being a little loud in the common areas. Staff is very friendly and helpful, there's also a small co-working area which is a lifesaver if you need to do some work or print/scan some documents. Free pasta in the kitchen is always great. There's plenty of organized activities (shared cooking, open mic nights, etc.) that you can attend if you'd like to. The hostel is fantastic if you're 18-35, but also nice for families.

Matteo Denmark

Very close to central station (10 mins walk) and friendly people!

Cherry Sweden

Location in the center, close to train station and some sights. Friendly and helpful staff. Bed was comfortable.

Andrey Russia

what can I say??? its simply the best hostel in stockholm, highly reccommended!

Maher Sweden

People are super friendly, great location, perfect place to meet some new people/travellers...sauna is amazing!

Nadja Germany
9.0
Wonderful
2,543 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “rooms are very comfortable. free coffee, very decent nice guests, great view from the room. Swedish-like old retro style”
    Malin Malin Japan Japan
  • “I love the location! It's only 9-min by walk from the Central Station, and walking distance to the shopping areas.”
    Camille Camille Sweden Sweden
  • “The entire experience was awesome. The entire place is being cleaned everyday which keeps the places spotless, and all the common areas very inviting.”
    Assaf Assaf Israel Israel
  • “The rooms, cleanliness, location, the restaurant next door”
    Manroop Manroop Sweden Sweden
  • “Good location Nice staff and residents Clean room and common area”
    Han Han Sweden Sweden
  • “Great location (5 min walking from T-Centralen metro stop), clean facilities (room,bathrooms,showers,kitchen), the rooms are very well insulated from the sound and have air conditioning so that...”
    Matteo Matteo Denmark Denmark
  • “Very close to central station (10 mins walk) and friendly people!”
    Cherry Cherry Sweden Sweden
  • “Location in the center, close to train station and some sights. Friendly and helpful staff. Bed was comfortable.”
    Andrey Andrey Russia Russia
  • “what can I say??? its simply the best hostel in stockholm, highly reccommended!”
    Maher Maher Sweden Sweden
  • “People are super friendly, great location, perfect place to meet some new people/travellers...sauna is amazing!”
    Nadja Nadja Germany Germany

Categories:

  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities 9.0
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money 9.1
  • Location9.6
  • Free WiFi8.7
High score for Stockholm

Stay in the heart of Stockholm – Excellent location – show map

This hostel is set in a 19th-century building, 1,650 feet from Stockholm Central Station and 5 minutes’ walk from Drottninggatan shopping street. WiFi internet, evening sauna and pasta are free. Ice skates can be borrowed for free during winter.

All rooms at City Backpackers Hostel have air conditioning and heating. Lockers are available and padlocks can be bought in the reception.

City Backpackers’ café offers breakfast in the morning. Snacks and drinks are available in the reception throughout the day. For self-caterers, there is a fully equipped kitchen with microwaves and refrigerators. Guests can also enjoy a meal or drink in the restaurant Nomad, located next to the hostel.

The lounge offers Mac and PC computers with free internet access, TV with cable channels and Swedish movie nights. There is also a library with magazines and a book exchange. During summer, the beautiful open courtyard is furnished with tables and chairs

This is our guests' favorite part of Stockholm, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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9.0
Wonderful
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  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities 9.0
    Sauna
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money 9.1
  • Location9.6
    Central location
  • Free WiFi8.7
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  • Malin Japan

    “rooms are very comfortable. free coffee, very decent nice guests, great view from the room. Swedish-like old retro style”

  • Camille Sweden

    “I love the location! It's only 9-min by walk from the Central Station, and walking distance to the shopping areas.”

  • Assaf Israel

    “The entire experience was awesome. The entire place is being cleaned everyday which keeps the places spotless, and all the common areas very inviting. Speaking of common areas, this hostel is great to come and meet new people at, everyone is super friendly and always open to talk and hung out which is great if you want company, even though being in your own private area in the room is always an option. Plus if you want to do things with people in the evenings, someone is always up to something. Best hostel for people seeking a great location, great facilities, and great people.”

  • Manroop Sweden

    “The rooms, cleanliness, location, the restaurant next door”

  • Han Sweden

    “Good location Nice staff and residents Clean room and common area”

  • Matteo Denmark

    “Great location (5 min walking from T-Centralen metro stop), clean facilities (room,bathrooms,showers,kitchen), the rooms are very well insulated from the sound and have air conditioning so that you're not bothered at all even if other guests are being a little loud in the common areas. Staff is very friendly and helpful, there's also a small co-working area which is a lifesaver if you need to do some work or print/scan some documents. Free pasta in the kitchen is always great. There's plenty of organized activities (shared cooking, open mic nights, etc.) that you can attend if you'd like to. The hostel is fantastic if you're 18-35, but also nice for families.”

  • Cherry Sweden

    “Very close to central station (10 mins walk) and friendly people!”

  • Andrey Russia

    “Location in the center, close to train station and some sights. Friendly and helpful staff. Bed was comfortable.”

  • Maher Sweden

    “what can I say??? its simply the best hostel in stockholm, highly reccommended!”

  • Nadja Germany

    “People are super friendly, great location, perfect place to meet some new people/travellers...sauna is amazing!”

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  • Have you taken any precautions for check-in because of the coronavirus?

    Guests have the possibility to do online check, payment online and we are now cash free on the property for hygienic reasons.

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    Answered on July 3, 2020
  • Self service washer and dryer on hostel site?

    We have self service washer and dryer facilities on site for our guests to use. It costs 50 SEK a wash which includes laundry detergent.

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    Asked about: Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room • Answered on November 14, 2019
  • is it possible to check in after midnight? I will land in Stockholm very late and can be at the hostel at 1 in the morning max! Is it possible to check in then?

    Hi. Yes - when we have a booking we will send information to those guests that might arrive later than our reception opening hours. There will be information on how to checkin at night. Welcome to Stockholm and City Backpackers

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    Answered on November 24, 2020
  • hi is this hostel still accepting people for vacation and sharing room?just asking because of pandemic thanks as i want to book for some days

    Hello, Yes we are still accepting guests for vacation and have dorm rooms. Kind regards City Backpackers Team

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    Answered on March 1, 2021
  • Do you offer luggage storage?

    Yes, free of charge the day you arrive or when you check-out.

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    Answered on October 30, 2019
  • helo ! i want biik in ur hotel next mounth for a week ! would like to know if u have a common kitchen to cook ? thanks

    Hi! yes we do have a common kitchen! See you later! Bests, CBP Team

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    Answered on October 9, 2021
  • Do you have planned events or activities?

    Yes, we have frequent tours and activities each week. They change from season to season.

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    Answered on December 4, 2019
  • Hi, is the breakfast included? thanks :)

    Hi! Sorry the breakfast is not included but we have cafe attached to the reception, so you can buy some pastries, sandwiches and drinks! Also we have free coffee and tea at the reception after 11AM to 8PM!

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    Answered on November 3, 2021
  • Is it quiet at night?

    We try our best to keep the noise level down from 11pm onwards.

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    Answered on December 4, 2019
  • Hi do you separate make and female room?

    We have mixed dorms and female only dorms.

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    Answered on September 28, 2021
  • Hi Is there any activities organized from saturday 11th until tuesday 14th of july? If so which one and in which days? Thanks

    Hostel tours re currently on hold, but there are live events going on in the restaurant Nomad next door on Wed-Sat.

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    Answered on July 3, 2020
  • Self service washer and dryer facilities on site?

    We have self service washer and dryer facilities on site for our guests to use. It costs 50 SEK a wash which includes laundry detergent.

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    Answered on November 14, 2019
  • Does 6 bunks mean there is space for 12 people? I am searching for 4 adults and 5 children and this 6 bunk apartment came up. Thanks!

    A 6-bed apartment consists of literally 6 beds. Sometimes it's possible to put extra beds in the room but it really depends on which apartment one chooses. We have three types. The standard 6-bed apartment consists of 6 beds and can fit one extra bed. The 6-bed Apartment with Sauna consists of 6 beds and fit one extra bed but there will be not much floor space. Our 6-bed Superior Apartment consists of 6 beds and 3 extra beds.

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    Asked about: Standard Apartment (6 Adults) • Answered on December 4, 2019
  • Do I need a lock for the lockers?

    Yes, our lockers need to be used with a padlock.

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    Answered on October 30, 2019
  • How mouch do i have to pay for the linen?

    The linen is 25 SEK (one-time cost) or 35 SEK if you also like to add a towel at check-in.

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    Asked about: Budget Twin Room without Window • Answered on October 30, 2019
  • I need one bed for 14 nights I'm coming from Estonia

    Hi, if you are interested in staying with us longer than 7 nights, then you need to get in touch directly. We also need to know what type of room you are looking for? Dorm or private? Kind regards Charmaine City Backpackers Hostel, Stockholm

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    Asked about: Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room • Answered on August 11, 2020
  • Can I use my own sleeping bag?

    No, it's compulsory to rent sheets from the hostel for 25 SEK at check-in.

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    Answered on October 30, 2019
  • Hi. Some dorms are labelled as just "dormitory," while some dorms are labelled as mixed dormitories. What's the difference? Are they also mixed? Thanks.

    When it states mixed dormitory, then it means both male and female can share the room. The other dorm rooms would state it if it's just an only female dorm.

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    Answered on August 27, 2021
  • I am unable to proceed with the payment in all of the forms I am trying, using a mastercard, a maestro card or paypal. Could you help me?

    Please make sure your card is up to date, making sure there are sufficient funds and your card can accept online payment. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, Apple Pay.

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    Answered on November 8, 2021
  • Is there any air con in your family room?

    All temperatures in the room are controled by a central heater. There is no air con in the room

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    Answered on November 3, 2019
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Stockholm Concert Hall
    0.3 miles
  • Hotorgshallen
    0.3 miles
  • World Trade Centre Stockholm
    0.4 miles
  • Stockholm City Station
    0.4 miles
  • Stockholm School of Economics
    0.4 miles
  • Klara Church
    0.4 miles
  • Stockholm Waterfront Conference Centre
    0.4 miles
  • Sergels Torg Square
    0.4 miles
Top attractions
  • Stockholm City Hall
    0.6 miles
  • Royal Swedish Opera
    0.7 miles
  • Museum of Medieval Stockholm
    0.8 miles
  • The Royal Palace
    0.9 miles
  • Stockholm Cathedral
    0.9 miles
  • Army Museum
    0.9 miles
  • Monteliusvägen
    1.1 miles
  • Långholmen
    1.4 miles
  • ABBA The Museum
    1.7 miles
  • Gröna Lund Amusement Park
    1.7 miles
Public transit
  • Subway T-Centralen Metro Station
    0.4 miles
  • Train Stockholm Central Station
    0.4 miles
Closest Airports
  • Bromma Stockholm Airport
    4.1 miles
  • Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    22.1 miles
  • Stockholm Västerås Airport
    53.5 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Nomad Restaurant and Bar

    Food: Local

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of City Backpackers Hostel Great facilities! Review score, 9.0

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Bicycle rental (additional charge)
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Laundry Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Sauna