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City BackPackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a sauna, near Odenplan Square

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Property amenity
Courtyard
Apartment, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Breakfast area
City BackPackers Hostel sits in central Stockholm's heart, offering a welcoming coffee shop and entertaining arcade room for downtime between explorations. Guests refresh in the sauna after visiting nearby Stockholm City Hall, with free in-room WiFi to share their adventures.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8-Bed) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8-Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (12-Bed) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (12-Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (6-Bed) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (6-Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4-Bed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (8-Bed) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (8-Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Apartment, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Apartment, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Apartment, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Deluxe Apartment, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4-Bed) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4-Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 beds) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, No Windows (Budget) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Twin Room, No Windows (Budget)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Apartment, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Superior Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Upplandsgatan 2a, Stockholm, 111 23

What's nearby

  • Drottninggatan - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Odenplan Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stockholm City Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stockholm Palace - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Central T-Bana - 7 min walk
  • Stockholm Central Station - 9 min walk
  • Stockholm (BMA-Bromma) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clarion Hotel Sign - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kitchen & Table Norrmalm - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Internationella Pressklubben - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Da Peppe Due - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nomad Swedish Food & Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

City BackPackers Hostel

Hostel near Odenplan Square
Located close to Stockholm Palace, City BackPackers Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and an arcade/game room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Bike rentals, concierge services, and barbecue grills
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • A TV in the lobby, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at City BackPackers Hostel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for SEK 210.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Bed sheets fee: SEK 35 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: SEK 210.0 per day
  • Towels fee: SEK 30 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (70 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

BackPackers City Hostel
City BackPackers Hostel
City BackPackers Hostel Stockholm
City BackPackers Stockholm
Hostel City BackPackers
City Backpackers Hotel Stockholm
City BackPackers
City Backpackers Stockholm
City Backpackers Hotel Stockholm
City BackPackers Hostel Stockholm
City BackPackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is City BackPackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at City BackPackers Hostel?

City BackPackers Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at City BackPackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at City BackPackers Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is City BackPackers Hostel located?

Located in Central Stockholm, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Norra Bantorget and Odenplan Square. Gröna Lund is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away. Central T-Bana is 7 minutes by foot and Hotorget T-Bana is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

City BackPackers Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 290 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 290 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 290 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 290 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 290 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sauna was an amazing perk!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Delightful hostel with friendly staff- clean rooms, nice common area- walking distance to central station, near bus route and shopping areas. Reception opens at 9 am in case you arrive as we did on an early train - so just had to chill a bit. Lots of friendly guests - would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Che

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I can't really find the right words at the moment. I have been travelling and staying in hostels around the world for over 15 years. I have never experienced negative and sarcasm from any hostel front of house reception staff before. I don't fully understand why this hostel gets such good ratings and reviews. There are only a couple of good things that I can say. Its walking distance from the train station and old town and the cleaning staff are friendly and are trying there best to keep an old run down building clean. The hostel is a maze of corridors and levels. The hostel gives you a map of the hostel which is useless. Its the hardest place to navigate through. You have to feel sorry for the guests who are stuck in the rooms located in the basement. There is no natural light or fresh air. The hostel has so many heavy doors which requires you to enter a different access code for most of them. It seems to be a complete waste of time. I don't understand the heavy security. The bathrooms and toilets could do with an upgrade. Overall its a disappointing place of accommodation to stay when visiting Sweden. I did meet some very friendly and switched on travelers staying there which made me feel like staying for the 2 nights that I'd paid for. Otherwise I probably would have left the hostel early. The hostel definitely needs a heavier local Swedish staff presence. Stay around the corner at the Generator hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cosy hostel where the staff were friendly in a good location within walking distance of the central station and old town. Found it to be very good value for money- make sure to read the details of the hostel as you do have to make your own bed up and hire towels separately in case those things are an issue for you. Found the room to be very quiet, clean, with a comfortable bed and was a good temperature. Lockers are a bit on the small side to fit a suitcase/larger bag but as there's plenty of floor space you can pop these out of the way. Attached bathroom was clean and showers were good- plenty of hot water and space for clothes etc. There is only 1 toilet which is inside one of the 2 shower rooms attached to the room but there is also another toilet just down the corridor and plenty of sink space so didn't cause any issues for us even with all the bunks occupied. Enjoyed the sauna and appreciated the map of the hostel given when checking in which made finding my room a lot easier. Decent wifi throughout too. I think there was also free pasta available but didn't personally try this. Would definitely stay again and recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ritika

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a private room for 2 guests. And I would not recommend it to anyone. Pro: on Normalm district so it is close to most major attractions. Cons: the property is not worth the price they are charging, and here is why - 1. There are no lifts or ramps on the property making it inconvinient to carry your luggage. 2. There are codes for every entrance which keeps changing instead of a card system. 3. Rooms are extremely small with A. no ventilation B. very dimly lit C. No mirror to get ready 4. Although room details mentions bathroom, they are all common. 5. All showers are in basement and half of them are out of order. 6. Toilets don't have paper towels. Only an unhygienic cloth towel. 7. Showers don't have hooks to hang clothes or shelves to keep toiletries. Also, there is no shower gel or shampoo. 8. Stoves are switched off after 10 pm so you can't cook after that. 9. You have to remove shoes outside but they don't provide you bathroom slippers to wear on property. 10. Lastly, the luggage room is in basement which has narrow circular staircase and heavy doors making it dangerous to move luggage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not much privacy no curtains but good lockers and too many passcodes just to go to your room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing go to say but phooey hope all is well in the future
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

All good

Thanks ✌️😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ramzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hostels I stayed at, full of engaging activities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Allt var okej Bästa läge Nära till allt
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Issa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un bon rapport qualité prix
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, the hostel is really nice, had good facilities such as the kitchen and wifi, it’s super clean, nice and quiet and the staff were very helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

YUI

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
立地がとてもよく中央駅からも徒歩10分。 シャワーも温度調整ができて綺麗。 ただ、玄関口から靴を脱いで部屋に入るので、靴下が汚れます。
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room, with a clean and nice common rooms. Funky old building, and reception was super helpful. Just be aware they charge for sheets on-top of the room rate (30SEK) that's payable when you arrive. They could have some more toilets and showers, but it's not a massive issue.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Liselotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Verkligen väldigt mysigt och välordnat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bra boende

Vi bodde i en lägenhet som hade allt vi behövde. Läget är väldigt bra med gångavstånd till centralen och city. Trevlig och hjälpsam personal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
sköna sängar
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Supertrevlig personal! Perfekt läge nära t-centralen och Arlanda express. Cool inredning och rent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

ARISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
駅から近くアクセスがしやすかったです。 防犯もしっかりしていて、扉にはナンバー付きの施錠がありました。 パスワードの紙を渡されどのナンバーかわからずにいたらスタッフの人も親切に施設内の説明してくださいました。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

2 night stay

The accommodation was fairly comfortable, however checking out was made a bit difficult when the keycode changed the day i was leaving and was a little effort trying to leave. The doors can be noisy aswell as when people are leaving and entering when trying to sleep along with metal bed frames whwre you can hear every time somebody is turning over. The accommodation is catered for large amount of travellers, so would recommend if you're with a group or up for socialising.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niklas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Smidigt hostel

Spenderade väldigt lite tid på hostel, men tyckte det var ett fint och smidigt ställe för en övernattning! Hade jag haft mer tid hade jag gärna hängt lite mer på plats m
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
zu späte Öffnungszeiten der Rezeption morgens
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Yu

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Roommates are very friendly and helpful. I didn’t go to the sauna in the night but I tried this next morning. And then I was afraid that it was not warm and hot there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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