Located in the centre of Stockholm’s Old Town, this hostel is 3 minutes’ walk from the Gamla Stan Metro Station. It features a communal, fully equipped kitchen, along with bright, fresh rooms. Each simple room at the environmentally-friendly Castanea Old Town Hostel has wooden floors and access to shared bathroom facilities. Free WiFi is available in public areas of Castanea Hostel. Ironing facilities, hairdryers and books can also be borrowed. The Royal Palace is just 200 metres away, while Stockholm Central Station is 1.5 km from the hostel. Guests can choose from a variety of dining and shopping options just outside of the 18th-century building.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Stockholm, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Stockholm
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ru
    Taiwan Taiwan
    The location is perfect, the staff is super friendly and helpful! I strongly recommend this one to live when come to Stockholm, will definetly book this again when I visit next time!!
  • Sari
    Finland Finland
    I always come back to this place. Perfect place in the old town near German church. Clean and good kitchen. Rooms have good reading lights and charging plugs. Staff is brilliant!
  • Eugenio
    Brazil Brazil
    Good hostel, but if you're looking to socialise and meet new people, probably not the place
  • Reem
    Canada Canada
    This is one of the coziest and cutest hostels I've stayed in! The common areas are very nice. At this price, the location in Old Town can't be beat.
  • Amirah
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The hostel exceeds my expectation. My first time in Stockholm and everything is so near and easy. Very convenient, easy check in, perfect location in the city and about 5 mins walk from metro. Staffs are really friendly and helpful, very...
  • Priyanka
    India India
    Amazing location, super warm, kind and generous staff!! They even allowed me to keep my luggage for an extra day after I had moved out!!
  • Michele
    France France
    Charming & cozy hostel. Fantastic location in the heart of the old town, in a beautiful little square featuring the popular under kastanjen a welcoming spot for great breakfast. Bathrooms and showers are very clean. helpful staff.
  • Luisrivera
    Mexico Mexico
    The location was amazing, among narrow alleyways, near a supermarket, restaurants and cafés. The hostel also had a board with plenty of information for tourists and a book with recommended activities, in case you need some inspiration.
  • Lorna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hostel has a really nice atmosphere with good communal spaces, beds were comfy, and the toilets/showers were clean with good water pressure. The location was really great with plenty of key attractions, a metro station and a ferry all within a...
  • Naomi
    Australia Australia
    Loved staying here. Staff were great and facilities were excellent. In a great part of town. Only thing was cafe below bedroom could be a bit noisy if you don’t like noise.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Castanea Old Town Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Laundry
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Swedish

House rules
Castanea Old Town Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
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.

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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Bed linen and towels are not included. You can rent them on site for SEK 75 per stay or bring your own. Sleeping bags are not permitted.

Guests will also receive check-in instructions from Castanea Old Town Hostel via email.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Castanea Old Town Hostel in advance to receive the door code.

Please note that guests booking from Stockholm postal codes 100-199 are not permitted at this property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Castanea Old Town Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Castanea Old Town Hostel

  • The prices at Castanea Old Town Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Castanea Old Town Hostel is 0.6 miles from the centre of Stockholm. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Castanea Old Town Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Castanea Old Town Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.