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Hotel Rival

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with free breakfast and bars

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Mariatorget 3, Box 175 25, Stockholm, SE-118 91

What's nearby

  • Stockholm Palace - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Stockholm Viking Terminal - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Vasa Museum - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Gröna Lund - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • ABBA The Museum - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mariatorget T-Bana - 2 min walk
  • Stockholm Södra Station - 6 min walk
  • Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mariatorget T-bana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pitcher's Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Drop Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black & Brown Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mariatorget - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rival

Upscale hotel near Stockholm Palace
A free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Rival. The on-site Scandinavian cuisine bistro, Bistro Rival, offers breakfast, brunch, and dinner. In addition to 3 bars and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Free newspapers, a computer station, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and walkable location
Room features
All 99 individually decorated rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like pillow menus and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • LED TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and video-game consoles

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (SEK 650 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Rival
  • Cafe Rival

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • LED TV with cable channels
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: SEK 750

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for SEK 700.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: SEK 650 per night
  • Late check-out fee: SEK 750 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: SEK 700.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Rival
Hotel Rival Stockholm
Rival Hotel
Rival Stockholm
Rival Hotel Stockholm
Hotel Rival Hotel
Hotel Rival Stockholm
Hotel Rival Hotel Stockholm

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Rival pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Rival?

Valet parking is available for SEK 650 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hotel Rival?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Rival?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for SEK 750 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Rival located?

Located in Central Stockholm, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Maria Square and Stockholm Palace. Avicii Arena and ABBA The Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). Mariatorget T-Bana is only a 2-minute walk and Slussen T-Bana is 8 minutes.

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Hotel Rival Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 855 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1002 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is great. Their service is also great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spacious compared to many other European hotels we’ve stayed at; the breakfast was great; the neighborhood was safe, clean, and super convenient; and the staff was friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely helpful and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, amenities esp breakfast included and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great! We enjoyed it a lot!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an awesome hotel with a fabulous lounge/bar and posh music/event venue. Our room was quiet and comfortable and the bed and bedding were amazing. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay here on my next trip to Stockholm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
outstanding breakfast helpful friendly staff 1 block to subway station
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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

Great place

Beautiful place and perfectly located. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The staff were the stars of the place. Our room was a little small for our taste but well appointed. There are bigger rooms in the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff treated you like royalty. They could not be more helpful and welcoming. We paid for the best room available and were not disappointed. The balcony at sunset was lovely. Our stay was money well spent. We would go back again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel Rival and its staff are a delight. Really cool design property an old cinema now a hotel/theatre/bar. We had deluxe room, spacious great view. Breakfast had everything you could want buffet and cooked. There is a bistro and tavern and bar. Warm friendly place easily accessed using commuter SL train from airport to Stockholm Sodra the stop after Stockholm Central. Then a short easy walk to hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The room was a good size and the bathroom was nice. Breakfast is included and has a range of options. We ate at the Bistro on our first night and the food was really good. Staff are all really friendly. The hotel is easy to get to from the airport and a good base to explore the rest of Stockholm.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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

Great stay. As always.

Great hotel. Super Friendly Staff. Perfect for my business trip.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
High quality. Thoughtful touches. Wonderful bar. Happy experienced staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and located in a nice area. It is very accessible to the Metro and there are shops and restaurants withinwalking distance. . The staff was very friendly and accommdating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLARD

Our room was very comfortable and has the best ironing accessories of any place we stayed. The staff was very helpful in pointing out areas of interest. Location was close to public transport and the restaurants had a wonderful selection of food. There also was a free espresso machine with fresh fruit available. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, great breakfasts, very helpful reception staff, well-equipped rooms. All in all, a great hotel! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dedra

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

Stellar Stickholm

One of the best hotel experiences I have had! Clean, comfortable and priced well! The BEST breakfast ever and the bar and staff amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Hotel Rival. The location was excellent, just over the water from Gamla Stan. The room was spacious and the staff were very friendly. Breakfast was delicious. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

Excellent Property and Service

Best hotel of any I have stayed in in last three years. Cleanliness is impeccable and room las large with clean carpeting. Centrally located and near the Silja ferry dock. I was asked if I would be having breakfast in the morning I said I had an early flight and they said they would pack me something to take and the next morning they remembered! Never had such excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan M

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

Superior

We had a great stay. Concert at the venue and stayed at the hotel. Had not visited before. It turned out to be an abosulutely memorable concert and stay. Friendly, clean, cozy, great selections of food and beverage. All in all a great place for a stay - especially combined with a concert. I will give Rival my highest recommondations.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark Nicholas

Lovely supportive staff. Good breakfast. Very happy with room. Communal areas in floor 4 need work. Heavily stained carpet. Looks like there’s been a flood or big spills without the carpet being cleaned or changed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, with great service. Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved Hotel Rival. We had a room with a balcony, and the balcony was fantastic with potted plants, comfy chairs, and blankets for chilly nights. The staff was attentive and kind. The included breakfast was amazing with a huge selection of food and drinks. Also, the room was artistic and well appointed with turn-down service each night. We will definitely stay at Hotel Rival again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025