Hotel
 Hotel Rival

Mariatorget 3, Södermalm, 118 91 Stockholm, Sweden – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 1173 reviews)

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9.1
Wonderful
1,173 reviews

The hotel is very nice, rooms big to the european standards, decor very cute retro style, beds very comfortable. On the floor there was coffee/tea/snacks/fresh fruit stand al the time. Very nice bar in the lobby of the hotel . And Breakfast.. it's a five star!!! Even with champagne every morning to celebrate your vacation! May be 15 min walk from the old town. The area around is very hippy , lots of bars and restaurants and no big crowds like in the old town.

Lina United States of America

Great Breakfast. Super friendly service. Wonderful location.

Andreas Germany

The night staff was excedently helpful to arrange my departure in the morning. Even preparing for me a small to go breakfast as i had to leave before breakfast started.

Rémi Canada

Very clean and comfortable good location and a great breakfast.

Steven United States of America

Wonderful boutique hotel with exceptionally helpful and friendly staff. Excellent restaurant and breakfast.

Anne United States of America

We reserved a Standard Twin room. It seemed a little bigger than we expected, had good closet space, and hooks on the wall. We were on the 4th floor, where they have a coffee station, ice machine, and cookies!! Breakfast was excellent, with many choices on the buffet, and also menu from which you could order omelettes, eggs, French toast, etc., and a variety of coffees.

Mark United States of America

Nice hotel, which was pretty good value for Stockholm. The breakfast buffet was really good, and was the ideal way to kick off each day. Well located in Sodermalm too.

Richard United Kingdom

Evrything was great. The room, the staff, the breakfast

Polina Israel

We really liked the facilities in the room and the view to the park. The breakfast was fantastic and the stuff was really nice. We really enjoyed our time there.

Noga Israel

We've booked one of the small rooms with courtyard view. So we didn't have the nice view on the park. But we were happy, as these rooms are very quiet. Breakfast was excellent. I've got my gluten-free bread. At the reception we were very good informed what to visit in Stockholm in pre-Christmas time.

Georges Luxembourg
9.1
Wonderful
1,173 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The hotel is very nice, rooms big to the european standards, decor very cute retro style, beds very comfortable. On the floor there was coffee/tea/snacks/fresh fruit stand al the time.”
    Lina Lina United States of America United States of America
  • “Great Breakfast. Super friendly service. Wonderful location.”
    Andreas Andreas Germany Germany
  • “The night staff was excedently helpful to arrange my departure in the morning. Even preparing for me a small to go breakfast as i had to leave before breakfast started.”
    Rémi Rémi Canada Canada
  • “Very clean and comfortable good location and a great breakfast.”
    Steven Steven United States of America United States of America
  • “Wonderful boutique hotel with exceptionally helpful and friendly staff. Excellent restaurant and breakfast.”
    Anne Anne United States of America United States of America
  • “We reserved a Standard Twin room. It seemed a little bigger than we expected, had good closet space, and hooks on the wall.”
    Mark Mark United States of America United States of America
  • “Nice hotel, which was pretty good value for Stockholm. The breakfast buffet was really good, and was the ideal way to kick off each day. Well located in Sodermalm too.”
    Richard Richard United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Evrything was great. The room, the staff, the breakfast”
    Polina Polina Israel Israel
  • “We really liked the facilities in the room and the view to the park. The breakfast was fantastic and the stuff was really nice. We really enjoyed our time there.”
    Noga Noga Israel Israel
  • “We've booked one of the small rooms with courtyard view. So we didn't have the nice view on the park. But we were happy, as these rooms are very quiet. Breakfast was excellent.”
    Georges Georges Luxembourg Luxembourg

Categories:

  • Staff 9.5
  • Facilities 9.2
  • Cleanliness 9.4
  • Comfort 9.4
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.6
High score for Stockholm

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

In vibrant Södermalm, this hotel is in a 1930s Art Déco building by Mariatorget Square. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with a Blu-ray player and luxury beds. Wi-Fi access is free.

An iPhone docking station, pillow menus and Egyptian cotton sheets are standard at the Hotel Rival. All rooms are decorated with a scene from a classic Swedish movie. Some include bathrobes and slippers, plus views of the tree-lined Mariatorget Square.

Free tea/coffee and cookies are available 24/7. Free DVD rentals are possible at the front desk.

Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town is only a 10-minute walk from the Rival Hotel. The Mariatorget Metro Station is 500 feet away.

Bistro Restaurant serves Swedish cuisine and an extensive wine list. Chilled beers and cocktails are served in Rival’s elegant bar.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Hotel Rival has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 20, 2001

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Stockholm, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Private parking at the hotel

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  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

9.1
Wonderful · 1,173 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.5
  • Facilities 9.2
  • Cleanliness 9.4
  • Comfort 9.4
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.6
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  • Lina
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The hotel is very nice, rooms big to the european standards, decor very cute retro style, beds very comfortable. On the floor there was coffee/tea/snacks/fresh fruit stand al the time. Very nice bar in the lobby of the hotel . And Breakfast.. it's...”
  • Andreas
    GermanyGermany
    “Great Breakfast. Super friendly service. Wonderful location.”
  • Rémi
    CanadaCanada
    “The night staff was excedently helpful to arrange my departure in the morning. Even preparing for me a small to go breakfast as i had to leave before breakfast started.”
  • Steven
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Very clean and comfortable good location and a great breakfast.”
  • Anne
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Wonderful boutique hotel with exceptionally helpful and friendly staff. Excellent restaurant and breakfast.”
  • Mark
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We reserved a Standard Twin room. It seemed a little bigger than we expected, had good closet space, and hooks on the wall. We were on the 4th floor, where they have a coffee station, ice machine, and cookies!! Breakfast was excellent, with many...”
  • Richard
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Nice hotel, which was pretty good value for Stockholm. The breakfast buffet was really good, and was the ideal way to kick off each day. Well located in Sodermalm too.”
  • Polina
    IsraelIsrael
    “Evrything was great. The room, the staff, the breakfast”
  • Noga
    IsraelIsrael
    “We really liked the facilities in the room and the view to the park. The breakfast was fantastic and the stuff was really nice. We really enjoyed our time there.”
  • Georges
    LuxembourgLuxembourg
    “We've booked one of the small rooms with courtyard view. So we didn't have the nice view on the park. But we were happy, as these rooms are very quiet. Breakfast was excellent. I've got my gluten-free bread. At the reception we were very good...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Have you taken any precautions for check-in because of the coronavirus?
    Reception area and elevators are cleaned with disinfectant frequently, most part of the checkin can be done online to shorten the onsite process.
    Answered on May 12, 2020
  • I am planning to return to Stockholm in May 2023, I’m wondering if you have a shuttle from the airport please. Please quote price in AUDs Do your showers have seats for those who can’t stand to long?
    How nice! We do have showerchair on request. There is no shuttle to us from the airport, go with Taxi Stockholm fixed price 695sek. Most welcome with your booking / Maricka Frontdesk Rival
    Answered on June 7, 2022
  • hi do you have AC in all your rooms please? I need an air condition.. coming in a week.. thanks A Evron
    Good evening. We have AC in all of our suites, Deluxe and Deluxe with balcony rooms as well as a few Superior rooms. Best regards, Sean Naughton / Front Desk
    Answered on July 1, 2021
  • Is there an extra charge for parking?
    Hello, Yes, parking at our hotel has a charge of 495 sek/night. we take care of the car at check in. Best regards Mats
    Answered on February 20, 2022
  • Hello, can you smoke on the balcony? Thank you
    Hi! So sorry for the late reply. Yes you can, smoking on the balcony is not prohibited. Best regards Jesper Sandberg
    Answered on May 26, 2021

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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Mariatorget
    0 miles
  • Monteliusvägen
    0.2 miles
  • The Brewery Conference Centre
    0.3 miles
  • Medborgarplatsen
    0.4 miles
  • Katarina Elevator
    0.4 miles
  • Södra Theater
    0.4 miles
  • Riddarholmen Church
    0.4 miles
  • Göta Lejon Theatre
    0.5 miles
  • House of Nobility
    0.5 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Bistro SüD
    0.1 miles
  • Restaurant Sjögräs
    0.1 miles
Top attractions
  • Stockholm Cathedral
    0.6 miles
  • The Royal Palace
    0.7 miles
  • Museum of Medieval Stockholm
    0.7 miles
  • Stockholm City Hall
    0.7 miles
  • Fotografiska Swedish Museum of Photography
    0.8 miles
  • Royal Swedish Opera
    0.8 miles
  • Sergels Torg Square
    1 miles
  • Gröna Lund Amusement Park
    1.2 miles
  • ABBA The Museum
    1.3 miles
  • Långholmen
    1.3 miles
Public transit
  • Subway Stockholm South Station
    0.3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Bromma Stockholm Airport
    4.9 miles
  • Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    23.4 miles
  • Stockholm Västerås Airport
    54.2 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Bistro Rival

    Food: Seafood, European

    Menu: Buffet & À La Carte

Amenities of Hotel Rival

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar
Activities
  • Live music/Performance Additional charge
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs SEK 495 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Secure parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Swedish
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Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

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

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free
3 years old
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
SEK 500 per child, per night
4+ years
Extra bed by request
SEK 500 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa American Express Hotel Rival accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that this is a cash-free hotel.