Hotel Rival

4.0 star property

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Free buffet breakfast
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar
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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar
Breakfast, dinner and brunch served

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Mariatorget 3, Box 175 25, Stockholm, SE-118 91
  • Place, Maria Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Stockholm Cathedral
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Stockholm Palace
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Stockholm (ARN-Arlanda)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(73 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(160 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Rival

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, 3 bars/lounges and a 24-hour business centre. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, valet parking and 24-hour room service.
Hotel Rival offers 99 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LED televisions come with cable channels and video game consoles. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Hotel Rival. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Maria Square. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 bars and a restaurant.
  • Free buffet breakfast offered
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Bistro Rival, a bistro that serves Scandinavian cuisine
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Stockholm Palace and a few minutes from Drottninggatan
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Rival. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Stockholm hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast. An additional breakfast is available daily for a fee.
Bistro Rival – This bistro specialises in Scandinavian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Cafe Rival – This café specialises in Scandinavian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (SEK 695 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (120 centimetre 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

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: SEK 695 per night
  • Late check-out fee: SEK 750 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: SEK 700.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit/debit 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Hotel Rival Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 896 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1054 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Marjut

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly service and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, wonderful staff. Amazing food cool ambiance
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice hotel room with ok size. Very friendly personal. Great location for Söder
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing hotel in Stockholm. We will definitely return one day. Everything was perfect room, food & the wonderful staff. A great location and beautiful in the snow. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and the room were exceptional
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, great service.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, delicious breakfast, and pleasant staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, good location for getting around
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is beautiful, staff were so accommodating and location is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were AMAZING! The hotel was very chic, the room was clean and very unique and the restaurant was wonderful. Thank you to all for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Romik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel everything was just perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was excellent! The staff was very helpful and went out of the way to assist. The room was excellent, An overall A+
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamas Andras

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hakan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel, great service and beautiful part of the city, will return in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Harris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff, including concierge
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel! Stylish plus great service. Hotel bar busy and lively. Stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Romana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walkable to local attractions, restaurants and shopping Food in the restaurant outstanding Beautiful park across Breakfast also has multiple excellent options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was wonderful. The staff were very helpful and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic boutique hotel within walking distance to lots of shopping and restaurants and bars. Close to Gamla Stan too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benedict

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect stay! you can walk to all the good spots (old town, shopping) but you’re also close to buses and the metro. I agree with all the previous reviews: the staff is awesome, the rooms are great and the included breakfast is really good. Worth every penny!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025