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 Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant

Riddarholmen, Gamla Stan, 111 28 Stockholm, Sweden – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 2026 reviews)

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8.6
Excellent
2,032 reviews

cozy cabin, small but with everything we needed, quite and clean. We heard only seagulls! The location is amazing and the staff super friendly and accommodating. The breakfast is delicious and the deck for relaxing a great bonus. I suffer from sea sick in general but I did not have any problem sleeping here

Bruce Canada

Well located. Very clean. Nice breakfast. Lovely staff.

Carrie United States of America

lovely quirky place to stay- old boat with original features, but also good compact en suite and comfy bunks. great location and view out over the water

Jo United Kingdom

it was uniquely special staying on the vintage yacht!

Patricia United States of America

It was so fun to stay on this old yacht instead of a typical hotel room. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, and the rooms were actually a bit bigger than I thought...there was a small closet that could fit my large suitcase! The movement of the boat was quite minimal.

Adrielle United States of America

location is really good, nice breakfast and comfy room

Weronika Poland

location, novelty of staying on a yacht, huge breakfast buffet

Alexa Austria

THe location is hard but Gamla Stan, the historic district and therefore perfect for the leisure traveler. The boat is also on the water albeit a lake of fresh water, SO appropriate when visiting a city located on islands.

Cynthia United States of America

Great serting on boat, character, excellent location and great breakfast.

Bernard United States of America

It's a very unique location being on a ship of course and the bigger room that we had totally has the comfort of a normal hotel. The location in the very center makes it a good start for walking and it also has a metro station in ~5min nearby. The included breakfast was also exceeding our expectations regarding variety and was good in quality. Also for those who might think it would make you sea sick, it barley moved from what we could tell at least. But it did seem to have a slight slant, though that was not really noticeable as well.

Patrick Austria
8.6
Excellent
2,032 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “cozy cabin, small but with everything we needed, quite and clean. We heard only seagulls! The location is amazing and the staff super friendly and accommodating.”
    Bruce Bruce Canada Canada
  • “Well located. Very clean. Nice breakfast. Lovely staff.”
    Carrie Carrie United States of America United States of America
  • “lovely quirky place to stay- old boat with original features, but also good compact en suite and comfy bunks. great location and view out over the water”
    Jo Jo United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “it was uniquely special staying on the vintage yacht!”
    Patricia Patricia United States of America United States of America
  • “It was so fun to stay on this old yacht instead of a typical hotel room.”
    Adrielle Adrielle United States of America United States of America
  • “location is really good, nice breakfast and comfy room”
    Weronika Weronika Poland Poland
  • “location, novelty of staying on a yacht, huge breakfast buffet”
    Alexa Alexa Austria Austria
  • “THe location is hard but Gamla Stan, the historic district and therefore perfect for the leisure traveler.”
    Cynthia Cynthia United States of America United States of America
  • “Great serting on boat, character, excellent location and great breakfast.”
    Bernard Bernard United States of America United States of America
  • “It's a very unique location being on a ship of course and the bigger room that we had totally has the comfort of a normal hotel.”
    Patrick Patrick Austria Austria

Categories:

  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities8.2
  • Cleanliness8.7
  • Comfort8.3
  • Value for money8.7
  • Location 9.7
  • Free WiFi 9.2
High score for Stockholm

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

Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant provides a unique experience aboard an elegant 250 feet yacht, permanently docked at Riddarholmen Island, next to Stockholm’s charming Old Town. It features wonderful views of Riddarfjärden Bay.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout Mälardrottningen Hotel. Guests stay in cabins, decorated with dark timber finish, carpeting and portholes.

Upon arrival, guests enter via a gangplank into a beautifully designed lobby with teak paneling and nautical décor. The TV lounge is found above the engine room, which can be viewed through the glass floors.

The glassed-in Mälardrottningen Restaurant is found on the fore deck, facing City Hall, and includes an open dining terrace. The bar is set in the former wheelhouse.

Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel is 1,650 feet from Gamla Stan Metro Station, and Stockholm Central Station is reached in about 10 minutes by foot.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 21, 2008

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
24-hour front desk
Terrace

Property Highlights

Located in the real heart of Stockholm, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Parking Available On Site

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  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

8.6
Excellent · 2,032 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities8.2
  • Cleanliness8.7
  • Comfort8.3
  • Value for money8.7
  • Location 9.7
  • Free WiFi 9.2
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  • Bruce
    CanadaCanada
    “cozy cabin, small but with everything we needed, quite and clean. We heard only seagulls! The location is amazing and the staff super friendly and accommodating. The breakfast is delicious and the deck for relaxing a great bonus. I suffer from sea...”
  • Carrie
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Well located. Very clean. Nice breakfast. Lovely staff.”
  • Jo
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “lovely quirky place to stay- old boat with original features, but also good compact en suite and comfy bunks. great location and view out over the water”
  • Patricia
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “it was uniquely special staying on the vintage yacht!”
  • Adrielle
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “It was so fun to stay on this old yacht instead of a typical hotel room. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, and the rooms were actually a bit bigger than I thought...there was a small closet that could fit my large suitcase! The...”
  • Weronika
    PolandPoland
    “location is really good, nice breakfast and comfy room”
  • Alexa
    AustriaAustria
    “location, novelty of staying on a yacht, huge breakfast buffet”
  • Cynthia
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “THe location is hard but Gamla Stan, the historic district and therefore perfect for the leisure traveler. The boat is also on the water albeit a lake of fresh water, SO appropriate when visiting a city located on islands.”
  • Bernard
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Great serting on boat, character, excellent location and great breakfast.”
  • Patrick
    AustriaAustria
    “It's a very unique location being on a ship of course and the bigger room that we had totally has the comfort of a normal hotel. The location in the very center makes it a good start for walking and it also has a metro station in ~5min nearby. The...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hello, i'm a person who gets sea sick...is that a problem when i want to stay at your boat
    Dear Mr/Mrs, Yes It can be a problem if you gets sea sick. Depending the weather condition and boat traffic outside.
    Answered on January 20, 2020
  • do all you rooms have toilet and shower facilities
    Hello, Yes, all rooms have private showers and toilets. Kind regards, David
    Answered on November 27, 2019
  • Is there free parking with this
    Hi, Parking is not free. However, we have a cooperation with our local parking company which allows us to offer significantly cheaper parking tickets than most in the Gamla Stan area. Our rates are 200 sek / day. If you have further questions, please do not hesitate in contacting us! Kind regards, Alexis Front Desk
    Answered on February 22, 2020
  • Hi, I am seeking bunk beds - one on top of other, sleeping 2 adults separately. The booking states “one bunk bed”. Assume this is 2 beds, one bunk?
    Hello , Yes there is two beds in all our bunk beds rooms. As long as you book for two people there will be two beds separately in the room:) Best regards Matilda Front desk
    Asked about: Cabin on Boat (2 Adults) • Answered on July 14, 2022
  • The room I want to select says breakfast is included. However, it also says your restaurant will be closed during the travel dates in February I would like to book. Is breakfast available even with your restaurant being closed? Thank you.
    Dear Mr/Mrs, our breakfast buffet is served as normal and is including in the price. Welcome onboard! Best regards Jessica/Front desk
    Answered on February 3, 2022

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Host Info

9.3
Host Review Score
When you enter the gangway of Mälardrottningen, you might be walking in the same footsteps of former movie stars, politicians and royals. The ship was built in 1924 for Mr C.K.G Billings, a millionaire from New York, and was at that time the world’s largest diesel driven yacht. The ship was later bought by the Woolworth-millionaire Frank W. Hutton. Barbara Hutton, the Woolworth heiress received it as a gift from her father on her 18th birthday. Barbara lived an extravagant life among royals and movie stars and in the 1940’s she was married to Cary Grant. She later sold the ship to the Royal British Navy for one pound sterling. During the Second World War the ship was anchored very shortly in Panama and later on moved to Norway where she was used as a training ship. During the fifties the ship was used as a passenger ferry between Stockholm and Åbo in Finland. Since 1982, Mälardrottningen has been at her current location and only leaves the dock for maintenance every fifth year.
Languages spoken: English,Swedish
Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Located in the historic old town

Enjoy Stockholm’s 13th-century city center, featuring a colorful blend of elaborately decorated houses, narrow medieval alleys, and impressive Baroque palaces.

What's nearby
  • Riddarholmen Church
    0.1 miles
  • House of Nobility
    0.2 miles
  • Monteliusvägen
    0.2 miles
  • Stockholm Cathedral
    0.3 miles
  • Stortorget Square
    0.3 miles
  • The Swedish Parliament House
    0.3 miles
  • Nobel Museum
    0.3 miles
  • The Brewery Conference Centre
    0.3 miles
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs
    0.4 miles
  • Museum of Medieval Stockholm
    0.4 miles
Top attractions
  • The Royal Palace
    0.4 miles
  • Stockholm City Hall
    0.4 miles
  • Royal Swedish Opera
    0.4 miles
  • Sergels Torg Square
    0.6 miles
  • Fotografiska Swedish Museum of Photography
    0.9 miles
  • Army Museum
    1 miles
  • Gröna Lund Amusement Park
    1.2 miles
  • ABBA The Museum
    1.2 miles
  • Långholmen
    1.2 miles
  • Skansen Open-Air Museum
    1.5 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Lake Mälaren
    0 miles
Closest Airports
  • Bromma Stockholm Airport
    4.7 miles
  • Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    23 miles
  • Stockholm Västerås Airport
    54.1 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Restaurant Mälardrottningen

    Food: Local

    Open for: Breakfast

Amenities of Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Sauna
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs SEK 200 per day.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Swedish
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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

Check-out

1:00 AM - 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

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Debit card Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Please note that parking tickets for street parking can be purchased at the reception.

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.

FAQs about Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant

  • Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant Mälardrottningen

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant by:

    • Bus 40min

  • Check-in at Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The prices at Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna

  • Guests staying at Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel & Restaurant is 3,100 feet from the center of Stockholm.