Located in the center of Stockholm’s Old Town, this hostel is 3 minutes’ walk from the Gamla Stan Metro Station. It features a communal, fully equipped kitchen, along with bright, fresh rooms. Each simple room at the environmentally-friendly Castanea Old Town Hostel has wooden floors and access to shared bathroom facilities. Free WiFi is available in public areas of Castanea Hostel. Ironing facilities, hairdryers and books can also be borrowed. The Royal Palace is just 656 feet away, while Stockholm Central Station is 0.9 mi from the hostel. Guests can choose from a variety of dining and shopping options just outside of the 18th-century building.

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

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Stockholm, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
9.0
High score for Stockholm
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joanna
    Finland Finland
    It’s in the center of the old town. So it’s very good place to stay!
  • Hilley
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location for seeing the heart of Stockholm, old town! Excellent hostel. We stayed 2 nights. They accommodated our late arrival, and the staff was friendly when we checked in the next morning.
  • Pearl
    United States of America United States of America
    Superb location in the heart of Gamla Stan - 3 minute walk to the main plaza Stortorget. You can have the whole plaza (and Gamla Stan!) to yourself in the early morning or late night; 8 min walk to Gamla Stan Subway Station. The hostel has two...
  • Garuna
    Thailand Thailand
    Common kitchen, cleanliness and staff were insanely nice, especially Andreas. Door code, which is good cus you don’t have to carry a keycard. But can be challenging to remember the number at first. However, after a few use, the code just memorized...
  • Ali
    Finland Finland
    The location of the hostel is amazing and also the staff are ready friendly and helpful
  • Ladyolgadia
    Japan Japan
    I rented the smaller room in this property but still feel spacious, probably because of the big window. The room looks pretty and is clean. The shower rooms and toilets are clean, the property is clean overall. The kitchen is very functional, you...
  • Kirill
    United States of America United States of America
    Clean, convenient, impeccable Good design and amazing location
  • Young
    United States of America United States of America
    Superb location, right in the center of historical Stockholm, yet still peaceful. Clean and nice quiet hostel guests (not a party place). Good wi-fi, the place is homey. You could leave luggage after checkout.
  • David
    Colombia Colombia
    - It was close to everything and the temperatura was good. - The staff was really friendly
  • Ergi
    Albania Albania
    Staff is super niceeee, like 0m ti Gamla Stan was super close and was sooo much cleannnn. No noises, calm hostel

Area info

Amenities of Castanea Old Town Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Laundry
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Swedish

House rules
Castanea Old Town Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Bed linen and towels are not included. You can rent them on site for SEK 75 per stay or bring your own. Sleeping bags are not permitted.

Guests will also receive check-in instructions from Castanea Old Town Hostel via email.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Castanea Old Town Hostel in advance to receive the door code.

Please note that guests booking from Stockholm postal codes 100-199 are not permitted at this property.

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.

Please inform Castanea Old Town Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Castanea Old Town Hostel

  • Castanea Old Town Hostel is 0.6 miles from the center of Stockholm. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Castanea Old Town Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Castanea Old Town Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The prices at Castanea Old Town Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.