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
Hotel Rival puts you a short five-minute drive from Stockholm Palace and Stockholm City Hall. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Bistro Rival, which serves Scandinavian cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of Vasa Museum and Stockholm Viking Terminal. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is only 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
Hotel size
99 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
Secured covered on-site valet parking (SEK 650 per night)
Bistro Rival – This bistro specialises in Scandinavian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Cafe Rival – This café specialises in Scandinavian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late checkout 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 on-site parking
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 that you 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 spaces 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 on-site 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 hire. 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 travellers say that 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
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
Great place
Beautiful place and perfectly located. Would love to stay here again.
Lindsay
Lindsay, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Nov 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 traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 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 traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Great stay. As always.
Great hotel. Super Friendly Staff. Perfect for my business trip.
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
Outstanding service at a beautifully designed hotel with a large Art Deco bar.
Alexander
Alexander, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Dec 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
1 Nov 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
8/10 Very good
23 Oct 2024
Stellar Stickholm
One of the best hotel experiences I have had! Clean, comfortable and priced well! The BEST breakfast ever and the bar and staff amazing!!
Dedra
Dedra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
Good Service, good food and excellent rooms. See u next year.😊
Manuel
Manuel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Mar 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
15 Dec 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
22 Dec 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
24 Dec 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
7 Apr 2025
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Apr 2025
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Apr 2025
Otrolig frukost
Väldigt trevlig personal, fint bemötande. Litet rum men rent och bekvämt. Frukosten var otrolig.
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Apr 2025
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Apr 2025
Claus
Claus, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Apr 2025
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar 2025
Rekommenderas varmt.
0Jag är väldigt nöjd med vår helgvistelse på Hotel Rival. Bra service, trevlig personal, fantastisk frukost och mysig omgivning. Återkommer gärna och ger hotellet högsta betyg.