About
Hotel Rival sits in Södermalm, the district of Stockholm known for its independent shops, cafés and creative streets. It is a boutique hotel, and it has a cinema theme that runs through the building, which is why it is also known as Rival Hotel Stockholm.
The hotel is owned by Benny Andersson, a member of ABBA, and that connection gives the place a particular character. Guests choose it for the way it blends vintage charm with modern comforts, so the rooms and common areas feel considered rather than generic.
What a stay offers
- A boutique setting, with the scale and personal feel of a smaller hotel
- A cinema-inspired atmosphere that suits film lovers
- Vintage details alongside modern amenities
- A location in Södermalm, a district to explore on foot
Around the hotel
Södermalm is a good base for wandering. Its streets are lined with cafés, bars and small boutiques, and the district has a relaxed, local feel compared with the Old Town across the water. Because the hotel is in this neighbourhood, a visit suits travellers who want to spend their days among local life rather than in the city's most traditional sights.
Hotel Rival is a fit for visitors who value design, a sense of place and a stay with personality. If you want an accommodation that reflects Stockholm's creative side, it is worth considering.
