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Reviews of Hotel Rival 4 stars

Mariatorget 3, Södermalm, 118 91 Stockholm, Sweden

#3 of 195 hotels in Stockholm

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 467 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 17 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In a neighbourhood where you get to eat in restaurants and pubs with local residents (others might prefer to be on more touristy strips on waterside). Easy to get to from airport and train stations. Excellent breakfast room. Clean Scandi design of room.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything about this hotel! Location, room, bed, pillows!!!!! The breakfast was fantastic, and the staff was extremely helpful. Would return in a heartbeat!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fabulous breakfasts, excellent staff and great location. Highly recommended

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Nothing.

    Breakfast was fantastic. Location was close to metro and within walking distance of old city. Staff could not have been more friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    A smart TV to connect would be nice to have.

    We booked the wheelchair-accessible room, which was quite spacious, very clean and we even had a small balcony. The bathroom was large with a roll-in-shower and an accessible vanity. The door of the room had an automated door opener, which makes it a lot easier to use. The breakfast was very delicious, we loved the opportunity to have a buffet and on top of that some additional meals that are prepared on request. The staff in the hotel (e.g. reception, breakfast) was always extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel is located in a very nice neighbourhood with a park directly in front, a metro station just a few minutes walk away, and some convenient stores very close nearby.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Great location, lovely staff and good breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    9.0
    3 nights in Stockholm during 2 weeks in Scandinavia
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best breakfast we had in Scandinavia! Hotel is a bit expensive but in a lovely square close to everything.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The Rival Hotel exceeded our expectations, we highly recommend both it and its adjacent neighbourhood as a Stockholm destination.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing, I was vey happy with everything

    The staff were really friendly and helpful, location excellent, decor lovely and rooms really spacious and comfortable, I am happy to recommend the hotel and will stay there again on my next visit

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    10
    Would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    Very nice location 10-15 minute walk to old town and it’s in a very nice neighborhood with lots of restaurants

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff were extremely friendly and amenable. The hotel was in a great location and the breakfast was exceptional. The room had all the little details for extra comfort - including a pillow menu!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Small bathroom with noisy pipes

    Exceptional breakfast (restaurant open until 12!), 24h coffee & tea bar, friendly and helpful staff, comfy bed

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    10
    A beautiful hotel with the loveliest staff in a very nice area. We ate in the bar and the taverna and all our food was t
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect

    Everything but especially the staff. We received the warmest of welcomes and excellent service throughout our stay. Rooms were beautifully appointed with very comfortable beds. Breakfasts were superb.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    9.0
    Stay here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I can't think of anything!

    Hotel Rival was a very good value with larger than expected and very quiet rooms, super comfortable beds (with a pillow menu), great water pressure in the shower, and a breakfast buffet with a good selection, plus hot items you can order (omelets, pancakes, avocado toast, etc.).

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    10
    It was such a great stay! We really enjoyed it all. The wonderful breakfast the lovely turndown service in the evening a
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved everything!

    The location to the park and the neighborhood.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No water on the floor next to the complementary coffee and fruit’s

    Great breakfast. Great location.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2024

    9.0
    Great staff, location, and reasonable price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Lighting in the bathroom was a bit bewildering.

    Excellent staff at front desk. Hearty breakfast. Very clean room. Just 30 minute walk to center of town.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2024

    9.0
    Charming hotel in a great neighborhood, with great service and breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No gym

    We loved the location (in "hipster" Sődermal,, within easy reach of all attractions and with ice restaurants). The breakfast buffet was outstanding::great selection, ability to order additional items (eg pancakes, avocado smash with poached egg), which was open until noon. There were nice touches like free coffee and cookies on the 4th floor. Staff were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    breakfast buffet was cramped, not much choice

    Great rooms, comfy beds, amazing location

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast- good Room- needs more light at night

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2024

    10
    The staff was incredibly friendly, accommodating, and nice. Richard went above and beyond.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    The location is close to many destinations, such as, the old town, the ABBA, Vasa, and Viking museums, and Skansen, as well as others. An excellent breakfast is provided, and our room was clean and spacious. At check in, Richard went above and beyond his way to help us with anything we needed.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2024

    10
    Lovely hotel in great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't think of anything.

    Great location. Very close to the metro station. Lovely room, and great choice for breakfast. The staff were all friendly and very helpful.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    What a brilliant hotel. Small and personal with great staff in a superb location. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back. Tack!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    9.0
    Outstanding
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Beds were a little uncomfortable.

    Great location close to bars, restaurants and cafes and easy access to public transport. Great breakfast and hotel bar - cocktails particularly good! Staff very friendly and welcoming. Perfect base for a weekend in Stockholm.

    Stayed in July 2024

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