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.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the real 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 single beds
or
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • April
    Australia 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...
  • Jessica
    Australia Australia
    Excellent staff! So friendly and welcoming! This location is great and just such a nice cozy vibe!
  • Kajsa
    South Africa South Africa
    This friendly little hotel is a gem. Lovely staff.
  • Xiaohong
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff are exceptionally helpful and the bed/pillows are thoughtful arranged. The breakfast is lovely and healthy!
  • Iain
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location close to shops restaurants and metro. Great atmosphere.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Almost perfect... comfy bed and pillows; great shower, breakfast, location, staff, and bar. Would visit again.
  • Antony
    Australia Australia
    Great location and able to walk to everything from here. Breakfast was terrific as were the staff. Best bread and coffee we’ve had in Scandinavia.
  • Nuran
    Turkey Turkey
    Location is exellent. Breakfast is great. All the bed ıs very comfortable
  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What a winner! A super boutique hotel, overlooking a beautifully manicured square full of flowers, statues, and men playing boules. It was the sort of hotel where all the other guests tell you “they always stay at The Rival when they come to...
  • Barry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Centrally located 150m from nearest Metro and will him easy walking distance of riverfront with all of its activities

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Bistro Rival
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • European

Facilities of Hotel Rival

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

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

Bathroom

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

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • 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 possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs SEK 650 per day.

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage

Transport

  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Concierge service
  • Luggage 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 centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box

General

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

Accessibility

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom 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 14:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 years
Cot 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 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.

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 supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this is a cash-free hotel.

FAQs about Hotel Rival