Scandic Gamla Stan

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Stockholm Palace

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Rooftop terrace
Reception
Twin Room
Daily buffet breakfast (SEK 275 per person)
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lilla Nygatan 25, Stockholm, 111 28
  • Place, Stockholm Palace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Stockholm City Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Vasa Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Stockholm (BMA-Bromma)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Stockholm

Heart of Stockholm.Within a 15-minute walk of this Central Stockholm hotel, you'll find Stockholm Palace and Royal Swedish Opera. National Museum and Stockholm City Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Stockholm Palace - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Swedish Opera - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Stockholm City Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Vasa Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Skansen - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Gamla stan T-Bana - 2 min walk
  • Stockholm (XEV-Stockholm Central Train Station) - 15 min walk
  • Stockholm (BMA-Bromma) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Liffey - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bishops Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Strömmingsvagnen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Espresso House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪International Bar Gamla Stan - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Scandic Gamla Stan

4-star hotel near Stockholm Palace
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Scandic Gamla Stan.

This 4-star Stockholm hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1650
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Scandic Gamla Stan offers 52 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; SEK 275 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: SEK 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately SEK 275 per person
  • Pet fee: SEK 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • Alcohol isn't served at Scandic Gamla Stan.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Gamla Stan Rica Hotel
Hotel Rica Gamla Stan
Rica Gamla Stan
Rica Gamla Stan Hotel
Rica Hotel Gamla Stan
Scandic Gamla Stan Hotel
Scandic Hotel
Scandic Gamla Stan
Rica Hotel Stockholm
Scandic
Scandic Gamla Stan Hotel
Scandic Gamla Stan Stockholm
Scandic Gamla Stan Hotel Stockholm

Reviews

Scandic Gamla Stan Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 516 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1018 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi, Nepean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel did not disappoint, in that it is historic, quaint, and super well-located in the historic area. It is easy to walk anywhere, close to public transit and easy walk to taxi stands. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. My only comment is that there was no air conditioning; a table fan in the room helped keep things cool enough to sleep, and windows open to let in the cooler night air, but it is a noisy, touristy area so we tended to keep the window closed. The only other thing to be aware of is that cars are not allowed into the inner part of the old city (including where this hotel is) between 11 am - 6 am daily, so Ubers, Taxis etc. must stop a few blocks away and you walk the rest. Not an issue unless you have big checked bags with you vs. carry-on. But overall a wonderful hotel that fits in well in this historic area, with superb staff, and a delicious breakfast buffet with a range of great food choices for almost every taste.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Damariscotta

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
This was my second stay at the Gamla Stan Scandic. My stay last year was perfect so why not try it again. I love this hotel. The staff is friendly, accommodating and very helpful. The rooms are small but totally adequate. There’s a great sitting area on the roof. Breakfast has everything you could want and more and the location is within walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Raleigh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was incredibly helpful to us. Our flight had been delayed and she was very instrumental with getting us transportation to the airport and very accommodating when we found out that our flight was delayed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina Conaber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel lovely staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica B

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Came back and enjoyed my stay again.

The service by hotel staff was great. The room was clean. The room had a nice view. Breakfast offering was good. The rooftop area was a great place to go up to and have your breakfast or read a book. If you need a snack or coffee throughout the day (or night) the small lobby offerings were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very accommodating :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIE, Santa Clara

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to the Royal palace. Restaurants all around. It is right next to the sea. There may be some rooms facing the sea but ours was not. The staff was very friendly and gave us helpful tips because it was our first time visiting the city. Minor issues: It has a tiny lobby and there are some steps going up to the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful! Great location! Loved the breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent location. Cleanliness is ok. Hotel provides free drinking hot water. Hotel entrance has stairs. Front desk staff Stefan is very helpful (reserves taxi from hotel to airport, provides breakfast box...). Breakfast is excellent with cheerful chef's good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Disliked: Amenities
Very warm, no air circulation. Very very tiny. Did not realize my room was so small!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near old town, restaurants and shops. Rooms clean and comfortable. Excellent European breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything perfect. Allowed very early check in. Room was excellent, clean and comfy bed. Staff was helpful and a pleasure to deal with. Breakfast was buffet style and so much to choose from. Made start of each of our five days so enjoyable. Nothing bad to say.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JAIDEEP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a small hotel with small rooms and I feel the rates are on the higher side. I stayed in bigger and better hotels with that daily rate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jody

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsy, HIALEAH GARDENS

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Doug, Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, staff cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and comfortable. We were very appreciative that our request, made just that morning, to have a room on a lower floor because of recent medical issues, was honored. The receptionist also tägave us great advice about where to get an excellent traditional Swedish dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place in good location with nice breakfast and very good staff—was a last minute one night stay and night receptionist very helpful in helping booking/check-in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location in a less busy part of old town. Rooms are small but great size if traveling solo or in pairs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Martina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful and comfortable old hotel with a fantastic breakfast located near shopping and restaurants and within walking distance of museums and the Royal Palace.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025