About this property
Situated in vibrant Södermalm, this hotel is set in a 1930s Art Déco building by Mariatorget Square. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with Blu-ray player and luxury beds. Wi-Fi access is free. An iPhone docking station, pillow menus and Egyptian cotton sheets are standard at Hotel Rival. All rooms are decorated with a scene from a classic Swedish film. Some include bathrobes and slippers, plus views over the tree-lined Mariatorget Square. Free tea/coffee and biscuits are available 24/7. Free DVD rentals are possible from the reception. Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town is only 10 minutes’ walk from Rival Hotel. Mariatorget Metro Station is 150 metres away. Bistro Restaurant offers Swedish cuisine and an extensive wine list. Chilled beers and cocktails are served in Rival’s elegant bar.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jennifer
United Kingdom“Excellent breakfast, included in the price. Good location near bars and restaurants and public transport. Pleasant surroundings with a small park outside. Friendly and helpful staff who all spoke perfect english.” - Karin
Hungary“Everything was great, felt like a second home Especially it was great with long breakfast hours (until 12) and check out until then. All hotels should be like this, nothing worse than to be forced up at 8am to squeeze in showers and breakfast...” - Michael United Kingdom“Everything. We love it here and the staff are amazing. A special thanks to Michelle. The rooms are comfortable and the beds, just slumber, the shower and bath perfect and constant hot water. Just be aware there is no kettle in the room but on...”
- Martin United Kingdom“Good location, within walking distance. Very friendy staff. Despite my coming and going at unsociable hours, all staff were very helpful; this included during preparation for travel. On arrival and during stay, Anton and Juha made my visiting...”
- Agostinho
Brazil“Very fine hotel with an a surety great staff. Breakfast was beyond any high expectation.” - Julie United Kingdom“Great staff Breakfast was fantastic Great location”
- April
Australia“Our stay at Rival was exceptional. Our room was amazing, very well decorated with a comfortable bed. We enjoyed having a drink on the balcony. All employees were knowledgeable and friendly, and helped make our stay memorable. The breakfast buffet...” - Kajsa
South Africa“This friendly little hotel is a gem. Lovely staff.” - Xiaohong United Kingdom“Staff are exceptionally helpful and the bed/pillows are thoughtful arranged. The breakfast is lovely and healthy!”
- Iain United Kingdom“Excellent location close to shops restaurants and metro. Great atmosphere.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Bistro Rival
- CuisineSeafood • European
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that this is a cash-free hotel.
