Scandic Gamla Stan offers an upscale retreat in the heart of Stockholm, near Royal Swedish Opera and National Museum. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, unwind on the picturesque terrace or indulge in some shopping therapy. With a coffee shop, free WiFi and helpful staff that past guests rave about.
Stockholm (XEV-Stockholm Central Train Station) - 15 min walk
Stockholm City Station - 15 min walk
Stockholm Central Station - 15 min walk
Gamla stan T-Bana - 2 min walk
Slussen T-Bana - 8 min walk
Kungsträdgården T-Bana - 13 min walk
Restaurants
Vapiano - 2 min walk
The Bishops Arms - 2 min walk
The Temple Bar - 2 min walk
The Liffey - 1 min walk
AIFUR | krog & bar - 2 min walk
About this property
Scandic Gamla Stan
When you stay at Scandic Gamla Stan, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Stockholm Palace and Royal Swedish Opera. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Gamla stan T-Bana is 2 minutes and Slussen T-Bana is 8 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
52 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Shopping
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1650
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Comprehensive food waste policy
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately SEK 235 for adults and SEK 75 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of SEK 200 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Gamla Stan Rica Hotel
Hotel Rica Gamla Stan
Rica Gamla Stan
Rica Gamla Stan Hotel
Rica Hotel Gamla Stan
Scandic Gamla Stan Hotel
Scandic Hotel
Scandic Gamla Stan
Rica Hotel Stockholm
Scandic
Scandic Gamla Stan Hotel
Scandic Gamla Stan Stockholm
Scandic Gamla Stan Hotel Stockholm
Frequently asked questions
Does Scandic Gamla Stan offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Scandic Gamla Stan 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 Scandic Gamla Stan?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of SEK 200 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Scandic Gamla Stan?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Scandic Gamla Stan.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Scandic Gamla Stan?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Scandic Gamla Stan?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Cosmopol Stockholm (19-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Scandic Gamla Stan and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Stockholm Palace (6-min walk) and Royal Swedish Opera (12-min walk), along with National Museum (0.8 mi) and Stockholm City Hall (0.8 mi).
What's the area around Scandic Gamla Stan like?
Scandic Gamla Stan is in Central Stockholm, a short 2-minute walk from Gamla stan T-Bana and 6 minutes' walk from Stockholm Palace. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Scandic Gamla Stan Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently praised for its great selection, quality, and accommodating staff. (79 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2025
Fantastic buffet breakfast and very friendly chef
Margot
Margot, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2025
Amazing breakfast, rooms with historic atmosphere
King
King, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 30, 2026
Pretty old building, staff not that friendly.
Alper
Alper, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2025
Excellent location. Central location allows walking to many areas and next to the station to get the train or a ferry. Breakfast was also good.
Theresa
Theresa, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
We had an excellent stay. The room and bed were comfortable. The staff were excellent as was breakfast. And the location made accessing anywhere in Stockholm easy by foot or transit/ferry.
Kelly
Kelly, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Everything was wonderful! Great location! Loved the breakfast!
Matthew
Matthew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Nice place in good location with nice breakfast and very good staff—was a last minute one night stay and night receptionist very helpful in helping booking/check-in.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
A beautiful and comfortable old hotel with a fantastic breakfast located near shopping and restaurants and within walking distance of museums and the Royal Palace.
Doug
Doug, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Great staff, perfect location for exploring, and excellent breakfast.
Greg
Greg, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Great location near old town, restaurants and shops.
Rooms clean and comfortable. Excellent European breakfast.
Lee
Lee, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Great location, helpful staff, lovely variety at breakfast
Brian
Brian, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, fantastic breakfast. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone.
Jane
Jane, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
Staff & breakfast were excellent
Michael David
Michael David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
Great location. Staff was friendly. Chef Oscar is the man. I saw all these reviews about the breakfast. I normally go to test the local fare, but this was too good and easy to pass up. LOTS of healthy options which I like and need. Big fan of this place.
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 29, 2025
Location, staff cleanliness
Doug
Doug, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
The property was great. Oscar in the restaurant in the mornings was the absolute best part of our stay! He is amazing! Thank you for everything Oscar!
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Great location
Lokaranjit
Lokaranjit, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
Great location if you want to explore the old town. Conveniently located to metro and not far from ferry transportation as well.
David
David, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2025
The hotel is a 5 minute walk from the Metro in Gamla Stan. A nice renovated old buildings with lovely, helpful staff. The room was very comfortable and a reasonable size. Price was certainly less than London. It is convenient to sights, shopping, restaurants and bars, but was very quiet. The breakfast buffet was extensive and very good. I don’t know how they do it every morning! The coffee machine tended to cause a bottleneck, but that was OK. The lift is TINY so beware if you have large bags.
Jean
Jean, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
Loved the location and ability to walk all over
John
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2024
NICE STAY
GREAT LOCATION AND SUCH A WONDERFUL BREAKFAST INCLUDED IN THE ROOM...
Marcia
Marcia, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 1, 2024
This hotel is in a great location to the shops, restaurants and metro on Gamla Stan.
Patrice
Patrice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
A boutique feel in a Scandic property right in the heart of Gamla Stan. Excellent location close to everything and very close to a metro station.
Evan
Evan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
This was my second stay at the Gamla Stan Scandic. My stay last year was perfect so why not try it again. I love this hotel. The staff is friendly, accommodating and very helpful. The rooms are small but totally adequate. There’s a great sitting area on the roof. Breakfast has everything you could want and more and the location is within walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
We spend 4 days, very cozy, confortable. Excellent location near restaurants.. in the center of the city.