Name: City Backpackers Hostel
Address: Upplandsgatan 2a, Norrmalm, 111 23 Stockholm, Sweden, Upplandsgatan 2a, Stockholm county, 111 23, Sweden
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $18 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.0

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Hostel City Backpackers Hostel

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

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*8.5* Hotorgshallen: only 6 minutes away! (1,550 feet by foot)

*8.5* Stockholm Concert Hall: only 6 minutes away! (1,550 feet by foot)

Stockholm City Conference Centre: only 2 minutes away! (450 feet by foot)

Lock in a great price for City Backpackers Hostel – rated 9 by recent guests!

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Stuff and Atmosphere was nice and if I back to Sweden again sure I will stay in it

Khaled

Jordan

10 min walk from the bus station, close to other shops and supermarket. Lively common area to meet new people. Thank you to the team for their genuine care and help after losing my passport :)

Luciana

United Arab Emirates

Location is excellent, staff super friendly, there is a bunch of activities organized by the hostel, discount on nearby restaurant is a big plus (Nomad restaurant is great!). Big spaces for interacting with fellow travellers.

Diego

Czech Republic

Really cozy hostel. Great layout with the two floors - though most of the hostel is underground so there's little natural light. But the building is really interesting and not cookie-cutter. The room I was in was a 6-bed and had a really great layout (train-car style) so each 2-bed bunk was kind of in its own alcove. Made a 6-bed room feel much more private than something of that size usually is. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful.

Thomas

United States of America

The rooms are huge, clean and comfortable. The staff is super friendly, they have free activities everyday, food options and great facilities you normally don’t find in every hostel. The only “bad” thing is that there are many stairs for some rooms so consider this for planning your luggage

Sarai

Mexico

Loved the Faa room design. Walked to the Brunch Club for breakfast...wow! Had the eggs Florentine, fresh orange juice and banana bread.

Christophert

United States of America

This hostel was a short 10 minute walk from the central train station and easy to find. My flight ended up being delayed so I arrived after reception closed, but they gave me clear instructions on getting inside and to my room. The staff was very friendly and everything was clean!

Natasha

United States of America

The location, bedroom and private showers. It was so clean and quiet as well. If you want a more chill intimate vibe then its the place for you. I enjoyed my nights sleep because it wasn't noisy.

Fossytina

Zambia

The good: clean, convenient location, friendly staff, random free staff weekly, comfortable mattress

Rae

United States of America

The staff were fantastic. Very friendly and helpful. Thank you.

Ani

United States of America

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9.5

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What guests loved the most:
“Stuff and Atmosphere was nice and if I back to Sweden again sure I will stay in it”

Khaled Jordan
“10 min walk from the bus station, close to other shops and supermarket. Lively common area to meet new people. Thank you to the team for their genuine care and help after losing my passport :)”

Luciana United Arab Emirates
“Location is excellent, staff super friendly, there is a bunch of activities organized by the hostel, discount on nearby restaurant is a big plus (Nomad restaurant is great!).”

Diego Czech Republic
“Really cozy hostel. Great layout with the two floors - though most of the hostel is underground so there's little natural light. But the building is really interesting and not cookie-cutter.”

Thomas United States of America
“The rooms are huge, clean and comfortable. The staff is super friendly, they have free activities everyday, food options and great facilities you normally don’t find in every hostel.”

Sarai Mexico
“Loved the Faa room design. Walked to the Brunch Club for breakfast...wow! Had the eggs Florentine, fresh orange juice and banana bread.”

Christophert United States of America
“This hostel was a short 10 minute walk from the central train station and easy to find.”

Natasha United States of America
“The location, bedroom and private showers. It was so clean and quiet as well. If you want a more chill intimate vibe then its the place for you. I enjoyed my nights sleep because it wasn't noisy.”

Fossytina Zambia
“The good: clean, convenient location, friendly staff, random free staff weekly, comfortable mattress”

Rae United States of America
“The staff were fantastic. Very friendly and helpful. Thank you.”

Ani United States of America

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

One of our best sellers in Stockholm! 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 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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City Backpackers Hostel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Sept 1, 2007

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.8 for two-person stays.

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Located in the real heart of Stockholm, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

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An Inside Look at City Backpackers Hostel

City Backpackers Hostel is situated in a 19th century building on the square Norra Bantorget. Stay at a traveller's base camp downtown! While you are staying with us we want you to have an awesome time. That's why you get: Superb location, tours, bikes, free ice-skates to burrow, a sauna, a cosy cafe, a restaurant and bar, and a big guest kitchen full of friends you don't know yet - and much more.

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Closest Landmarks *

Stockholm Concert Hall
0.3 miles
Hotorgshallen
0.3 miles
World Trade Centre Stockholm
0.4 miles
Stockholm City Station
0.4 miles
T-Centralen Metro 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
Stockholm Central Station
0.4 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Hötorget Market
0.2 miles
Hemköp Supermarket
0.2 miles

Closest Airports *

Bromma Stockholm Airport
4.1 miles
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
22.1 miles
Stockholm Västerås Airport
53.5 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The location was excellent, close to the train station and close to other places that I wanted to visit. I didn't take breakfast because I left very early i...”

Giannantonio

Sweden

8.0

“Great atmosphere. Great people. Second time staying and would go back if I go back to Stolckholm. PS. Try the meatballs in the restaurant next to it.”

Joseph

United States of America

8.7

“Central location. Varied bunch of travelers. Cool atmosphere to play games and hangout with other travelers”

Charan

United Arab Emirates

9.0

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1 Restaurant On Site

Nomad Restaurant and Bar

Food: Local

Menu: À la carte

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Check-in

2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children of all ages are welcome.

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There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

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There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking for more than 7 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Visa Mastercard Maestro City Backpackers Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Bed linen and towels are not included. Please note that it is required to rent bed linen on site. You can rent it on site for SEK 25 per person per stay. There is a bed linen and towel package that costs SEK 35 per person. A towel costs 15 SEK per person. Please note that sleeping bags are not permitted.

Guests arriving after 20:00 are kindly asked to note this in the Special Requests box when booking, so that check-in can be prepared.

Please note that guests booking from Stockholm postal codes 100-199 are not permitted at this property.

The property accepts Apple Pay.

Guests must be at least 18 years to stay in the dormitory rooms.

Guests under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult and are welcome to stay in the private rooms.

When booking for more than 6 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply. This applies for Superior Apartment, Standard Apartment, Apartment with sauna and Family Room.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform City Backpackers Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

“10 min walk from the bus station, close to other shops and supermarket. Lively common area to meet new people. Thank you to the team for their genuine care and help after losing my passport :)”

“Location is excellent, staff super friendly, there is a bunch of activities organized by the hostel, discount on nearby restaurant is a big plus (Nomad restaurant is great!). Big spaces for interacting with fellow travellers.”

“Really cozy hostel. Great layout with the two floors - though most of the hostel is underground so there's little natural light. But the building is really interesting and not cookie-cutter. The room I was in was a 6-bed and had a really great layout (train-car style) so each 2-bed bunk was kind of in its own alcove. Made a 6-bed room feel much more private than something of that size usually is. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful.”

“The rooms are huge, clean and comfortable. The staff is super friendly, they have free activities everyday, food options and great facilities you normally don’t find in every hostel. The only “bad” thing is that there are many stairs for some rooms so consider this for planning your luggage ”

“This hostel was a short 10 minute walk from the central train station and easy to find. My flight ended up being delayed so I arrived after reception closed, but they gave me clear instructions on getting inside and to my room. The staff was very friendly and everything was clean!”

“The location, bedroom and private showers. It was so clean and quiet as well. If you want a more chill intimate vibe then its the place for you. I enjoyed my nights sleep because it wasn't noisy. ”

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Reviewed: November 13, 2019

Sam
Belgium
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Everything, lovely hostel

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 12, 2019

Anonymous
Hong Kong
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
None
Very nice and quiet hostel

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: November 11, 2019

Anna
Ukraine
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
One of the best hostels I’ve stayed in. Really thankful to all the nice people working in it! Such essential things as cleanliness and personnel’s attitude were on the highest level. As a solo-traveler, I found it nice to have a choice of activities to do in the hostel to get to know other people. Breakfast was real good for its price as well. And there’s plenty of free stuff offered like sauna or pasta in the kitchen. All in all, I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a place with friendly and cozy atmosphere in the central Stockholm!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 10, 2019

Gabor
Germany

4 helpful votes
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good location, easy walk to the old town. No shoes in the common area and rooms, so it’s very clean. Staff is very kind, perfect English skills.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 10, 2019

Ingrid
United Arab Emirates

4 helpful votes
9.2

Awesome
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very near the Main station. Clean...

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 10, 2019

Steve
Thailand
5.4

“Too many rooma but few bathrooms ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lots of room but few bathrooms
Sauna and living area

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 9, 2019

Stefan
Norway
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The codes for 3 entrances changed every day. I understand it is for security reasons, but I could not remember them, had always to look on a pace of paper. The cleaning was very good, but sometimes it disturbed in the morning hours while guests took breakfast in the kitchen or in the late afternoon. It would be better to close the kitchen for cleaning between 11-12.
The personal was friendly and helpfull, speak the language the guests want to speak, could listen very well. I enjoyed the quiz evening, could sozialize with other backpackers. I can imagine to come again.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 8, 2019

Gerard
Hong Kong
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 5 nights
PLEASE ADD USB PORTS TO THE BEDS! Such a hassle to buy a travel adapter

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 8, 2019

Anonymous
Netherlands

3 helpful votes
7.9

“Fine for a few nights stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The kitchen and other areas got really crowded and loud, even though it was low season. Would have been great if they could have had some curtains for each dorm bed.
Nice looking hostel in a good location, with friendly staff. Seems secure with all their access codes. Easy luggage storage on early arrival. Tried to comply with requests as best as they could.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 7, 2019

Vincent
Netherlands
8.3

“Loved my stay at this hostel!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beds were ok, not perfect.
The location was great! Within 10 minutes of the central station! Loved that they have free pasta, tea and coffee!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 6, 2019

Giannantonio
Sweden

1 helpful vote
8.0

“Very good hostel and close to the train station.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
Toilette not so clean and very small, at least the one close to my bedroom. A guest in my bedroom arrived late and was taken to the room when we all were already sleeping and woke us all up unfortunately.
The location was excellent, close to the train station and close to other places that I wanted to visit. I didn't take breakfast because I left very early in the morning. Bed sheets and bedrooms were very clean. Showers clean. Staff very gentle and useful. Very attractive decoration in all the ambiences, 1970-1980 style. The hostel was very orderly, clean and safe (main entrance door and room with access code). In general an excellent place where I would return and recommend to others.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 6, 2019

Anonymous
Thailand

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Clean, comfortable, central, friendly :-)

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 6, 2019

Khaled
Jordan
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Towel and bed sheets you should pay for it
Stuff and Atmosphere was nice and if I back to Sweden again sure I will stay in it

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: November 6, 2019

Anonymous
Finland
9.6

Exceptional
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It's wonderful place. I really like the staff They are very helpful and polite. I hope I will have time to stay again. Thank you so much City Backpackers Hostel.
Especially the night shift staff.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 4, 2019

Xbot
China

4 helpful votes
10

“Excellent”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Hard to find a quiet place to read a book.
Yes, it really is a very nice place! Plenty of toilets/showers and a good atmosphere, thanks to both staff and other guests. Have stayed at several in the neighborhood, this one is outstanding.

Stayed in October 2019

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