Hotel Rival

–Excellent location – show map
+99 photos
Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

About this property

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.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

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

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
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2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Alexandra
Switzerland Switzerland
“Super friendly staff, I felt like home. Wonderful view from the room. Great breakfast and unlimited free cappuccino/coffee variations and fruits all day long.”
Loretta
United States United States
“The room was very spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was outstanding and the ability to order Swedish pancakes fresh made was very yummy. Fresh fruit, cookies and coffee/tea were available 24/7. Every time you walked through the lobby, the...”
Sarah
United States United States
“We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Rival. Our rooms were lovely, large and beautifully decorated. We stayed on one of the higher floors with a view of the park and skyline beyond and it was gorgeous. Everyone at the hotel was very kind, helpful...”
Hercules
Brazil Brazil
“I had a truly wonderful stay at Hotel Rival in Stockholm. From the moment I arrived, Cecilia from the front staff was warm, attentive, and professional, making me feel immediately welcome. My room was spotless, beautifully designed, and very...”
John
United States United States
“Clean close by everything. Modern updated excellent staff.”
Jonathan
Canada Canada
“Great location, spacious room, and truly wonderful front desk”
Balian
United States United States
“Breakfast was fantastic. Loved the decor of the hotel and the vibe of the bar.”
Joseph
United States United States
“I booked based on TripAdvisor rating of 9.8 This is a well deserverved rating. Breakfast was great! Champagne ibcluded. Excellent selection. Great location to get the subway. 1 1/2 blocks away. Can get anywhere in Stockholm area from...”
Michielli-pendl
United States United States
“Everything! It all started with Joel who not only was professional, he was courteous and welcoming. He helped us plan our activities, modes of transportation and restaurants. We wanted to upgrade to a balcony and Joel was able to make that work!...”
Annica
United States United States
“It’s hard to pick just one area of excellence- the employees were incredibly thoughtful. The interior decor was elegant and comfortable and the breakfast was top notch. Hotel Rival is a world class hotel!”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Bistro Rival
  • Cuisine
    Seafood • European

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.

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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.

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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
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this is a cash-free hotel.