In vibrant Södermalm, this hotel is in a 1930s Art Déco building by Mariatorget Square. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with a Blu-ray player and luxury beds. Wi-Fi access is free. An iPhone docking station, pillow menus and Egyptian cotton sheets are standard at the Hotel Rival. All rooms are decorated with a scene from a classic Swedish movie. Some include bathrobes and slippers, plus views of the tree-lined Mariatorget Square. Free tea/coffee and cookies are available 24/7. Free DVD rentals are possible at the front desk. Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town is only a 10-minute walk from the Rival Hotel. The Mariatorget Metro Station is 500 ft away. Bistro Restaurant serves Swedish cuisine and an extensive wine list. Chilled beers and cocktails are served in Rival’s elegant bar.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the heart of Stockholm, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Private parking available


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
or
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
or
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
or
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
8.7
High score for Stockholm

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Janice
    United States of America United States of America
    Lovely staff, perfect location close to the train and many shops, cafes etc. Breakfast was very varied and there was a huge selection of made to order plus Buffet selections.
  • Michal
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Location, staff, bars downstairs, size of the room
  • Galen
    United States of America United States of America
    We were tickled by nearly everything about this hotel. We booked a balcony room overlooking the park across the street, and it was great. The room was wonderfully comfortable, and we're still talking about the breakfasts. The staff were always...
  • Tracy
    United States of America United States of America
    amazing breakfast. loved the room style. Tub was great. Staff had great recommendations for dinner and activities.
  • Ron
    United States of America United States of America
    Good location. Friendly staff. Beds were comfortable. Air conditioning actually worked.
  • Rita
    Canada Canada
    I loved everything about this hotel! Location, room, bed, pillows!!!!! The breakfast was fantastic, and the staff was extremely helpful. Would return in a heartbeat!
  • Quan
    Canada Canada
    Very nice location 10-15 minute walk to old town and it’s in a very nice neighborhood with lots of restaurants
  • Blaine
    United States of America United States of America
    Excellent staff at front desk. Hearty breakfast. Very clean room. Just 30 minute walk to center of town.
  • Joseph
    United States of America United States of America
    The location is close to many destinations, such as, the old town, the ABBA, Vasa, and Viking museums, and Skansen, as well as others. An excellent breakfast is provided, and our room was clean and spacious. At check in, Richard went above and...
  • John
    United States of America United States of America
    Enjoyed the breakfast and selection including ala carte menu. Hotel bar was very nice.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Bistro Rival
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • European

Amenities of Hotel Rival
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Private Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Blu-ray player
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

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

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage

Transportation

  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages Spoken

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Swedish

House rules
Hotel Rival takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation 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.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
SEK 700 per child, per night
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
SEK 700 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this is a cash-free hotel.

FAQs about Hotel Rival

  • Hotel Rival offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Stand-up comedy
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
  • Hotel Rival has 1 restaurant:

    • Bistro Rival
  • Hotel Rival is 1 miles from the center of Stockholm. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Hotel Rival can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
  • Room options at Hotel Rival include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
  • Check-in at Hotel Rival is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

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