Hotel Rival
Mariatorget 3, Södermalm, 118 91 Stockholm, Sweden
In vibrant Södermalm, this residence is in a 1930s Art Déco building by Mariatorget Square. All guestrooms feature a flat-screen TV with a Blu-ray player and exclusive beds. Wi-Fi access is free. An iPhone docking station, pillow menus and Egyptian cotton sheets are standard at the Guesthouse Rival. All sleeping areas are decorated with a scene from a classic Swedish movie. Some include bathrobes and slippers, plus views of the tree-lined Mariatorget Square. Free tea/coffee and cookies are available 24/7. Free DVD rentals are possible at the front desk. Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town is only a 10-minute walk from the Rival Lodging. The Mariatorget Metro Station is 500 ft away. Bistro Culinary Universe serves Swedish cuisine and an extensive wine list. Chilled beers and cocktails are served in Rival’s elegant bar.
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Price Summary
344 $ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for Hotel Rival
"Exquisitely appointed boutique hotel with a cozy and inviting design concept. In a quiet neighborhood outside the touristic crush and convenient to Södermalm restaurants and bars. Metro stop is less than 5 minutes walk with Slussen 1 stop away, Gamla Stan 2 stops, and T-Centralen 4 stops. Excellent breakfast with both buffet and à la carte, served in a lovely space. Courteous and professional staff throughout the property."
"The hotel has no negatives."
"We had a spacious room in a great location. The breakfast was outstanding."
"I can’t think of anything that we did not like about the property."
"Great location, beautiful hotel room on the 6th floor with a balcony and a view, the bed was heavenly, the lounge area and the breakfast was excellent."
"Nothing"
"Perfectly located. Loved the interior design. Staff members were super"
"Would have loved a Nespresso machine in the room, instead of trekking to the 4th floor for a paper cup pre-made fix"
"Friendliness was above and beyond. Room was impeccably clean. Breakfast was unexpectedly included. Close to the metro and walking distance to the old city and palace. They even packed us a morning breakfast for our check out day!"
"Honestly, nothing. One of the best hotels i have stayed in for the price."
"Very clean, breakfast was fantastic, location is great, friendly staff and great amenities!"
"Aucun."
"Super friendly staff, I felt like home. Wonderful view from the room. Great breakfast and unlimited free cappuccino/coffee variations and fruits all day long."
"Aucun."
"The room was very spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was outstanding and the ability to order Swedish pancakes fresh made was very yummy. Fresh fruit, cookies and coffee/tea were available 24/7. Every time you walked through the lobby, the front desk staff treated you as the most important guest there."
"WiFi was slow and inadequate."
"We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Rival. Our rooms were lovely, large and beautifully decorated. We stayed on one of the higher floors with a view of the park and skyline beyond and it was gorgeous. Everyone at the hotel was very kind, helpful and solicitous of our needs, going out of their way to be helpful. Especially a receptionist and concierge agent named Michelle who had many excellent recommendations. The housekeeping took care of our rooms and everything was clean and cozy. Breakfast was great and even included a surprise chef on hand for some specialties. We loved this neighborhood and found it very convenient, a few blocks from the metro and very walkable to a cool area. I didn’t want to go home! I can’t recommend this hotel enough."
"I have no complaints."
"I had a truly wonderful stay at Hotel Rival in Stockholm. From the moment I arrived, Cecilia from the front staff was warm, attentive, and professional, making me feel immediately welcome. My room was spotless, beautifully designed, and very comfortable, with thoughtful details that made a real difference. The hotel’s location is excellent for exploring the city, and I loved how peaceful and relaxing it felt once I was back at the property. Breakfast was a highlight – fresh, varied, and delicious, with something for every taste."
"What stood out most was the genuine hospitality of the team, who went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. I will definitely return on my next visit to Stockholm and would gladly recommend Hotel Rival to anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable stay."
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Guest reviews
"Lovely breakfast with homemade bread, delicius. Beautiful houses and seaside view. Very friendly staff. The room was simple but comfortable with an extra heater in it."
"Die Lage des Hauses ist besonders vorteilhaft: nah an Ystad (10 Min. ins Zentrum) und an der Küste (4 Min.), dabei kaum Bebauung in der Nachbarschaft, extrem ruhige Umgebung und trotz Durchgangsstraße kaum merklicher Verkehr. Das Haus selbst ist sehr geräumig und bietet einer Familie mit Kindern genügend Raum. Besonders schön ist die abgeschirmte Südterrasse mit einem weiträumigen Blick über Felder und Wald mit Hasen und Rehen. TV mit nationalen Kanälen und BBC News war ausreichend, um im Urlaub etwas informiert zu bleiben, außerdem lief das Internet stabil."
"The location was just off the main street in a cool old building, and was walking distance from both the train station and the ferry. The room itself was comfortable with a good shower. My window overlooked the courtyard."
"Beautiful building with excellent location for everything, and very attentive, polite and helpful staff who made the stay easy and relaxing."
Jocelyn Stationen
"I loved the local decor and history behind the room I stayed in! Checking in and out was both easy and the breakfast was excellent! They were also kind enough to upgrade my room to a bigger one all on their own!I can't wait to visit again!"
Allison Prins Carl
"Close to the beach. Lovely house. Camping with good facilities."
Suzanne Ystad Camping
