Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and food.
9.42,877Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.6 out of 10, at Mariatorget 3.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Luxurious Accommodations Indulge in luxury at Hotel Rival, where each room features a flat-screen TV, Blu-ray player, and plush luxury beds. Enjoy extras like an iPhone docking station, pillow menus, and Egyptian cotton sheets, all adorned with scenes from classic Swedish films.
Convenient Amenities Experience convenience with free Wi-Fi, 24/7 tea/coffee service, and complimentary biscuits. Take advantage of free DVD rentals from the reception and soak in the views of Mariatorget Square from select rooms.
Dining and Entertainment Savor Swedish cuisine and fine wines at Bistro Restaurant, then unwind with a chilled beer or cocktail at the elegant bar. With Gamla Stan and Mariatorget Metro Station nearby, adventure and exploration await just steps away.
Book your stay at Hotel Rival for a truly unforgettable experience in the heart of Södermalm.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
Rooms
9.4
Top rated
Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 2,877 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.7
- Location9.6
- Rooms9.2
- Amenities9.2
- Value9.2
- Food & drink9.4
Guests mention
Friendly staffExcellent breakfastGreat locationClean rooms
humph001LONDON, ENGLANDTotally excellent - a very cool hotel.
An incredibly special hotel. Really very good indeed - comfortable, stylish and everything was taken care of so unobtrusively. Most impressed. Lovely staff, cool bar, cool hotel.
dawernAMSTERDAM, NORTH HOLLAND PROVINCEMama mia what a gem
Looks a bit like former glory from the outside but its the proverbial oasis inside. From the bed, amenities, breakfast, linnen, location I could not find a flaw. Will for sure return.
TorbjørnNOA unique boutique hotel with a friendly atmosphere.
The feeling of a unique boutique hotel. Friendly staff. Interesting interior design; strong caracter though a bit decadent, half tacky, but still sustainable. Enjoyed seeing the spacious room unchanged and having kept…
B7496IPninagSTOCKHOLM COUNTYExcellent location, welcoming service, boutique ambiance
Good and friendly service and welcoming reception, nice room with design furniture, delicious breakfast and - most importantly - great location in Södermalm with its lively atmosphere yet hotel surroundings were quiet.
Hubertus UpsiGermanyWie immer sehr gut und in Stockholm für mich das schönste Hotel!
Inzwischen ist zumindenst in dem Zimmer, in dem ich war, an zu sehen dass es auch schon über 20 Jahte alt ist.
alexGermanyGreat location, friendly atmosphere, and a comfortable stay overall.
The location is perfect — there is a park right in front of the hotel with a small playground, which is especially convenient for families. A subway station, grocery store, and several bakeries are all within a 5-minute…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Mariatorget 3, Stockholm
Guests rate the location 9.6 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note that this is a cash-free hotel. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hotel Rival
What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Rival?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hotel Rival allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Hotel Rival?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Hotel Rival?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Hotel Rival have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Hotel Rival?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Hotel Rival have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Hotel Rival?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hotel Rival?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hotel Rival?
Mariatorget 3, Stockholm.
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