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Reviews of City Backpackers Hostel 2 stars

Upplandsgatan 2a, Norrmalm, 111 23 Stockholm, Sweden

#47 of 194 hotels in Stockholm

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Review score

Based on 1607 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Still enough privacy even in a 12 Bedroom, nice people very social, free tee and kaffee, free pasta, good kitchen

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room where I slept was a bit too cold, during the first day it was a bit problematic, then I took the habit

    Thank you especially for the free pasta in the kitchen👍

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    8.0
    Good stay for a hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Renting bed sheets is compulsory. Beds were super squeaky and the room door was closing super loudly which is unpleasant in a room with so many occupants. You can easily get lost inside the hostel.

    It was clean, they had free pasta, there was a lot of space to hang out with others and luggage storage. The staff was polite and the location was perfect.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    it's a labirynth!

    Well organized common areas

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    8.0
    A really nice stay in Stockholm with only some minor drawbacks
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    There are some minor things I’d like to mention: - The bunk beds can be quite noisy/shaky and you should secure your stuff. I had an upper bed and dropped my phone two times. - They have different entry codes for each day, which can get a bit tricky. - There could’ve been more activity offers. From the two I’ve seen in a week only one did happen. - The breakfast didn’t have any vegan options, but it was optional and you had to pay for it anyways. - You have to pay extra for the linen, and also extra for a towel (60 SEK for both in total). - And last: This hostel is maybe not the best place to socialize. I met some really nice people there, but it lacks a cozy and central common room. Kitchen and "living room" are in the basement, thus quite dark with no sunlight. The living room atmosphere was quite reserved. I preferred the reception area, but it’s closed at 8 pm.

    I really enjoyed my stay in this hostel. It is located close to the main shopping street and city center is in walking distance. The hostel covers two floors (main + basement) of an old building, which are quite labyrinthine and fun to explore. You have to leave your shoes at the entrance, so it’s very clean and staff is very ambitious on keeping it like that. Also I sensed some awareness of sustainability, e. g. they care about garbage separation and use cotton towels instead of paper ones. I booked an eight bed dorm and had some doubts about that, but it was surprisingly nice. The room was equipped with aircon, okayish bunk beds and enough space for hanging/storing things. There are multiple bathrooms and showers spread across the floors and all have their little unique style. The kitchen was also nice, clean and well equipped. They even offered a box with free pasta! But the best thing was the free sauna. Further there were two activities during the week to get you started (music quiz and bike ride). In the courtyard there was a stage from the bar next door with some really nice bands. All in all I had a great time and many nice encounters!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 7-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Not quite enough facilities (especially showers) for the size of the hostel.

    Easy (late) checkin, large common area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Reception is great.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nobody told me about the individual restroom in my room! I used the all public one for most of the days

    cozy atmosphere and nice facilities, cute instructions

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    10
    I really enjoyed staying at City Backbackers hostel and next time I'll be in Sweden I will return!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The rooms were in two different floors. There were stairs to go downstairs and because we were not supposed to wear shoes, they were quite slippery with socks. Be careful with that haha!

    The rooms and shared spaces were very comfortable. The layout of the establishment worked well. There was good space for cooking and just haning out with friends. I came to sweden for a concert and the common spaces were excellent to find new people to talk to.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2024

    8.0
    Well equipped, super helpful staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Basic Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bunk beds are a touch noisy when you move, and this is definitely a party type hostel if that is your sort of thing.

    A very good location in regards to the famous City Hall. Very friendly staff helped me out of hours to get me a towel. Good showering facilities and a comfortable bed.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    7.0
    A gem in the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The showers were on a different level then my room. There were no paper towels/plastic wrap in the kitchen. The bed was squeaky.

    It was a great way to meet people from across the globe. I liked the fact that people could donate their food when they were done with it. It helped me keep my travel costs down. Great location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    8.0
    Good for a solo traveler
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, staff , price

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The vibe of the hostel is really good

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Apartment (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I don't know if it's how it works in hostels, but including towels in price of reservation could be better

    I can't really complain about anything. The staff was very friendly alnd helpful, room was clean and well mantained, the kitchen in apartment for 6 people was fully equiped and it's location is very comfortable. Also the design of this place is giving sucha a cool vibe! We loved our stay there :)

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    8.0
    Great for backpackers on a budget.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately, the noise isolation was not the best. Some people in the next room were having a conversation quite late in the night, so it was hard to get a sleep.

    The facilities are very clean and everything was provided.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    10
    Very Good hostel,nice experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No.

    Well management. Position. Staff are professional,friendly, helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    Love it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's the 4th time I have stayed in this hostel, and I love it. It's well located, super clean and safe.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. They were very organized throughout the stay.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    8.0
    Accomodation was great. Expected it to be quite a social hostel and it was not. But facilities were clean and there was
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Twin Room without Window
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed upstairs and all the showers are downstairs. Showers are tiny and hard to get changed into clean clothes.

    Had some great communal facilities. Very clean everyone was friendly. Has a sauna!!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Linen and towel is not included in price so you have to make the bed after checking in fact a bit hard during the night

    Best location,best staff , best vibes!close to central station,plus free sauna and tea!top

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It had a great vibe

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The basin is tiny,also our dormitory is a sperated house with public area,it' inconvenience to use kitchen/ bathing room/rest room.

    A standard hostel!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were very noisy, you basically woke up every time you turned around.

    Good location, cozy feel

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    8.0
    Great value for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    If you're traveling light you'll be ok, but the only thing I didn't like is that to go to some of the dorms you have to go through a lot of stairs, so it's really difficult to go in and out if you have a big suitcase, as it was my case.

    The staff was super nice, the location is excellent as it's super close to the center and the metro station. The area feels safe and you have a lot of options for food and shopping. You need a code to enter different areas, which feel safe and also convenient as you can enter any time you need to.

    Stayed in May 2024

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