Experience the vibrant heart of Stockholm at Hotel Rival, where Scandinavian charm meets modern comfort. Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, explore the city's landmarks like Stockholm Palace and City Hall on foot or by bike rental. With free in-room WiFi, 3 bars to unwind in and multilingual staff always ready to help.
Stockholm (XEV-Stockholm Central Train Station) - 25 min walk
Stockholm City Station - 25 min walk
Mariatorget T-Bana - 2 min walk
Slussen T-Bana - 8 min walk
Gamla stan T-Bana - 10 min walk
Restaurants
Mariatorget T-bana - 2 min walk
Pitcher's Pub - 1 min walk
Drop Coffee - 2 min walk
Black & Brown Inn - 1 min walk
Mariatorget - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Rival
At Hotel Rival, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Stockholm Palace and Vasa Museum. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Bistro Rival, which serves Scandinavian cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of Stockholm Viking Terminal and ABBA The Museum. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Mariatorget T-Bana is steps away and Slussen T-Bana is 8 minutes.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Swedish
At a glance
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Hotel size
99 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Secured covered onsite valet parking (SEK 650 per night)
Bistro Rival - This bistro specializes in Scandinavian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Cafe Rival - This café specializes in Scandinavian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of SEK 750 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for SEK 700.0 per night
Parking
Covered valet parking costs SEK 650 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel Rival
Hotel Rival Stockholm
Rival Hotel
Rival Stockholm
Rival Hotel Stockholm
Hotel Rival Hotel
Hotel Rival Stockholm
Hotel Rival Hotel Stockholm
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Rival offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Rival 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 Hotel Rival?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Rival?
Yes. Valet parking costs SEK 650 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Rival?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of SEK 750 (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Rival?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Cosmopol Stockholm (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Rival and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Hotel Rival also has 3 bars.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Rival?
Yes, Bistro Rival offers Scandinavian cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Rival like?
Hotel Rival is a short 2-minute walk from Mariatorget T-Bana and 17 minutes' walk from Stockholm Palace. Our travelers say the local area is very walkable.
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Hotel Rival Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, amazing, delicious, and outstanding with a huge variety of good quality produce. (46 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2025
Great place
Beautiful place and perfectly located. Would love to stay here again.
Lindsay
Lindsay, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2024
Efficiently-run hotel with friendly staff
Efficiently-run hotel with friendly staff
Excellent location
Plenty of choice for breakfast
Dinner prepared with care
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Great stay. As always.
Great hotel. Super Friendly Staff. Perfect for my business trip.
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
The hotel is beautiful and located in a nice area. It is very accessible to the Metro and there are shops and restaurants withinwalking distance. . The staff was very friendly and accommdating.
Kara
Kara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
A fantastic hotel in all ways.
This hotel is very well run and managed. The room had everything we needed and more. The breakfast, included was outstanding with a huge variety of good quality produce. The staff everywhere were polite and helpful with a friendly manner. Nothing was too much trouble.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Good location, great breakfasts, very helpful reception staff, well-equipped rooms. All in all, a great hotel! Thank you
Gerard
Gerard, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2025
Excellent Property and Service
Best hotel of any I have stayed in in last three years. Cleanliness is impeccable and room las large with clean carpeting. Centrally located and near the Silja ferry dock. I was asked if I would be having breakfast in the morning I said I had an early flight and they said they would pack me something to take and the next morning they remembered! Never had such excellent service.
Dennis
Dennis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Superior
We had a great stay. Concert at the venue and stayed at the hotel. Had not visited before. It turned out to be an abosulutely memorable concert and stay. Friendly, clean, cozy, great selections of food and beverage. All in all a great place for a stay - especially combined with a concert. I will give Rival my highest recommondations.
Jan M
Jan M, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 22, 2024
Rival was ridiculously good
The staff at Rival are the BEST. Friendly, professional and very attentive. The hotel is centrally located and perfectly appointed. Breakfast was delicious. The Bistro was the only let down, both service and food were a little disappointing. We upgraded to a suite and it was fantastic. Spacious and very comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Rival. Shout out to ALL at reception- Michelle, Joel were standouts.
Julie
Julie, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 24, 2024
Lovely supportive staff. Good breakfast. Very happy with room. Communal areas in floor 4 need work. Heavily stained carpet. Looks like there’s been a flood or big spills without the carpet being cleaned or changed.
Mark Nicholas
Mark Nicholas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Roland
Roland, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 5, 2025
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 5, 2025
Jenny
Jenny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Helena
Helena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
Tobias
Tobias, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
Favorithotell i Stockholm
Ett favorithotell i Stockholm med fantastisk läge och härlig atmosfär. Personalen är väldigt trevliga & proffsiga. Härlig frukost & sköna sängar, kommer definitivt återvända.
Anette
Anette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Kan bara ge tummen upp till allt!! Har bott här flera ggr och det har alltid varit lika bra!