Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent breakfast
Great location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Some rooms reported as small
No tea or coffee in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
9.23
Clean and spotless rooms were frequently mentioned, indicating a high standard of cleanliness.
Service
9.7
Staff were consistently described as warm, helpful, and proactive, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
9.64
Conveniently located with easy access to city attractions was highlighted by multiple guests.
Room Quality
9.19
Rooms were noted as comfortable, stylish, and well-equipped, contributing positively to guest satisfaction.
Amenities
9.22
Guests appreciated the range of amenities including the bar and dining options, reflecting well on the hotel.
Value for Money
9.18
Guests generally felt that the quality of the hotel justified the price, enhancing perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.43
Positive mentions of the breakfast quality and variety reflect well on the food and beverage offerings.
Overall Experience
9.6
Overall guest sentiment was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing strong satisfaction with their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 05:25

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in luxury at Hotel Rival, where each room features a flat-screen TV, Blu-ray player, and plush luxury beds. Enjoy extras like an iPhone docking station, pillow menus, and Egyptian cotton sheets, all adorned with scenes from classic Swedish films.

Convenient Amenities
Experience convenience with free Wi-Fi, 24/7 tea/coffee service, and complimentary biscuits. Take advantage of free DVD rentals from the reception and soak in the views of Mariatorget Square from select rooms.

Dining and Entertainment
Savor Swedish cuisine and fine wines at Bistro Restaurant, then unwind with a chilled beer or cocktail at the elegant bar. With Gamla Stan and Mariatorget Metro Station nearby, adventure and exploration await just steps away.

Book your stay at Hotel Rival for a truly unforgettable experience in the heart of Södermalm.

Important information:

Please note that this is a cash-free hotel.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ARN

Property Policies

  • Groups

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 3 years old and over stay for SEK 700 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs SEK 650 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 2584 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.23
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 9.19
Amenities: 9.22
Value for Money: 9.18
Food and Beverage: 9.43
Overall Experience: 9.6
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TAKAYO • couple • jp
8
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • solo_traveller • be
10
Pros:

Nous avons surtout apprécié le professionnalisme et la gentillesse du personnel. Noua avons reçu des super conseils pour découvrir la ville.
L'hôtel est très propre. La chambre et salle de bain propres et d'une bonne dimension.
Le petit déjeuner est très bon et complet.

Cons:

Nous avons tout apprécié.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Elisabeth • family_with_children • no
10
Elsket dette hotellet!
Pros:

Elsket oppholdet! Nydelige rom og fantastisk utvalg til frokost også for oss med cøliaki. Fikk glutenfri avokadotoast med posjert egg, glutenfrie arme riddere og glutenfrie pannekaker!

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Pia • family_with_children • se
10
Jag kommer så gärna tillbaka. Men det blir tyvärr inte så ofta pga priserna.
Pros:

Personalen! Alla vi träffade var toppklass; trevliga, kompetenta, avslappnade men korrekta. Toppengäng!!

Cons:

Prisläget är på gränsen till alldeles för dyrt-

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Per • couple • se
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Bodil • solo_traveller • se
10
Miljön, rent o snyggt, underbar frukost med extra allt, härlig glad personal och allra bäst sängen!
Pros:

Alltså! Här fanns ju ALLT! Och vilken lyx att en personal kom till bordet och frågade om man önskade något a’ la carte???!!!! Som dessutom ingick i priset!!!! Wow! Allt så gott och fräscht! Jag åt tidigt både lördag och söndag! Lugnt och skönt!

Cons:

Äsch jag vet verkligen inte! Jag gillade allt!

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
M
Mikko M. • extended_group • fi
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Carin • couple • se
8
Toppenhotell med jättebra frukost o perfekt läge på söder.
Pros:

Trevlig personal. Toppenbra frukost. Bekväma sängar. Bra TV-utbud. Centralt bra läge vid Mariatorget.

Cons:

Finns inget negativt.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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NICOLAS • extended_group • fr
9
Pros:

Idéalement placé à 3 stations de Mètre de la Gare centrale. Hôtel sur une jolie place dans un quartier commerçant.
Le petit déjeuner est vraiment très bien avec des produits de qualité
Les chambres sont joliment décorées, literie très confortable

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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christophee875 • Couples
10
Wonderful hotel in a beautiful and peaceful town
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful hotel.
First of all all the staff is really nice and friendly, we really appreciated it.
The breakfast is delicious and there is a lot of choice. Perfect stay and the hotel is very well located in the town of Stockholm.
We will come back

2026-04-21 • via Tripadvisor
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daviddL5251RN • Couples • Paris, Ile-de-France
10
The best of Stockholm
Pros:

We had the most wonderful stay. The breakfast was so nice and the staff so friendly and welcoming. A very warm salute to the wonderful reception staff. We ll be back !

2026-04-20 • via Tripadvisor
K
Kristina • solo_traveller • se
9
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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JürgenZ • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

Lugn och mysig frukost med bröd från bageriet runt hönet.
God och prisvärd mat i Tavernan.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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D1929MPanderse • Couples
10
Globetrotter
Pros:

Best in town. Breakfast 24/7. If you work late you can always get something to eat.
On Grand Hotel in Norway you have to call Foodora...

2026-04-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Julia • couple • se
10
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Iraida • couple • se
10
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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AnnCharlotte • couple • se
10
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • se
10
Kryss i alla rutor. Glad och proffsig personal, fina rum och god mat.
Pros:

Extremt trevlig personal och hög servicenivå.
God frukost. Hotellets koncept ger familjär känsla.

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
O
Ove • couple • se
8
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee