Hostels
Hostels in Stockholm, Sweden
There are 28 hostels listed within about five miles of central Stockholm, which is 5.3% of everything on offer in the city: unusually high, which makes this a genuine backpacker city. This page covers what that actually means for a trip: which hostels are here, how they rate against Stockholm's hotels, and which are worth it if you are coming for a show.
Hostels in Stockholm: 28 hostels are listed within about five miles of the centre, 5.3% of everything on offer in the city. They average 7.3/10 in guest scores against 8.1/10 for the city's hotels. Those scores come from our accommodation partner, not from StubOrder.
How strong is the hostel scene in Stockholm?
Two numbers answer that, and neither means much on its own. The first is how much of Stockholm's accommodation is hostels rather than hotels, since a city can have plenty of hostels and still be a hotel city. The second is how those hostels score against the hotels sitting next to them, which is the only fair benchmark, because guest scores drift by city and a 7.8 in one place is not a 7.8 in another.
| Measure | Stockholm | What it tells you |
|---|---|---|
| Hostels listed | 28 | Dedicated hostels and backpacker accommodation within roughly five miles of the centre. |
| Share of all accommodation | 5.3% | Unusually high, which makes this a genuine backpacker city. Measured against all 525 properties listed in the same radius. |
| Average hostel guest score | 7.3/10 | Averaged across the hostels above. Supplied by our accommodation partner, not a StubOrder rating. |
| Average hotel guest score | 8.1/10 | The same measure for Stockholm’s hotels, with hostels excluded so the comparison is not partly against itself. |
The short version: hostels in Stockholm score well below the city's hotels, which is worth knowing before you book on price alone. The gap is 0.8 points. That gap is normal and mostly measures the product, not the management: a shared room with six strangers in it will rarely be scored like a private one, however well the place is run. It is worth reading the individual scores below rather than the average.
Hostels in Stockholm, closest to the centre first
Distances are measured from the middle of Stockholm. Pick your dates to see what a bed actually costs. Hostel pricing moves more than hotel pricing does, because a dorm can sell out one bed at a time.
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Skanstulls Boutique Hostel
Ringvägen 135, Stockholm
Unique Decor and Room Options Each room at Skanstulls Boutique Hostel boasts vibrant and distinctive decor, ensuring a memorable stay. Guests can choose between private or shared …
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Mosebacke Hostel
Högbergsgatan 26, Stockholm
Central Location in Vibrant Södermalm Located just a short walk from Stockholm's Old Town, Mosebacke Hostel on Mosebacke Hill offers a convenient and lively base for your stay. Co…
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Dockside Hostel
Skeppsbron 40, Stockholm
Central Location & Nearby Attractions Dockside Hostel is conveniently located just steps away from Stockholm's top attractions, including Stockholm Cathedral, Museum of Medieval S…
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Rygerfjord Hotel & Hostel
Soder Malarstrand, Stockholm
Rooftop Terrace and Complimentary Wi-Fi - Enjoy stunning views from the rooftop terrace and stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access. Diverse Dining Options - In…
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Archipelago Hostel Old Town
Stora Nygatan 38, Stockholm
Charming Guestrooms Make yourself at home in one of the 16 individually decorated guestrooms with complimentary wireless internet access, showers, and hair dryers. Great Location …
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STF Zinkensdamm Hostel
Zinkens väg 20, Stockholm
Convenient Location in Södermalm District Located near Tantolunden Park, Zinkensdamm Hostel offers a peaceful stay in the lively Södermalm district of Stockholm. Enjoy easy access…
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Castanea Old Town Hostel
Kindstugatan 1, Stockholm
Central Location in Stockholm's Old Town Nestled in the heart of Stockholm's Old Town, Castanea Old Town Hostel offers convenience and charm just steps away from Gamla Stan Metro …
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Ramilton Old Town Hostel
22 Stora Nygatan, Stockholm
Convenient Location in Stockholm Located in the heart of Stockholm, Ramilton Old Town Hostel offers easy access to popular attractions such as the Museum of Medieval Stockholm and…
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STF Stockholm Skeppsholmen Vandrarhem
Flaggmansvägen 8, Stockholm
Historic Charm and Modern Comforts This unique STF hostel on Skeppsholmen island offers a one-of-a-kind experience. The property is divided between the historic Af Chapman ship an…
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City Lodge Stockholm AB
Klara Norra Kyrkogata 15, Stockholm
Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary wireless internet and tour assistance. Take advantage of buffet breakfasts for a fee. Featured Amenities: Benefit from luggage storage, l…
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Nomad City
Kungsholmsgatan 13a, Stockholm
Convenient Location in Stockholm Nomad City is centrally located in Stockholm, making it easy to explore the city's attractions such as Stockholm City Hall and Sergels Torg Square…
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Nomad Cave
Hantverkargatan 32, Stockholm
Convenient Location Located just 10 minutes’ walk from Stockholm Central Station, Nomad Cave Hostel is easily accessible for travelers. Cozy Accommodations The hostel offers rooms…
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STF Långholmen Hostel
Långholmsmuren 20, Stockholm
Historic Prison Building Experience a unique stay in a refurbished 1800s prison on the central Stockholm island of Långholmen. Green Surroundings and Amenities Enjoy greenery surr…
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City Hostel
Fleminggatan 19, Stockholm
Explore Stockholm from City Hostel Convenient Amenities: Enjoy free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and cozy bed linens in every room. Dining Options: Take advantage of the shared kitchen …
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City Backpackers Hostel
Upplandsgatan 2a, Stockholm
This hostel is set in a 19th-century building, 500 metres from Stockholm Central Station and 5 minutes’ walk from Drottninggatan shopping street. WiFi internet, evening sauna and …
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Generator Stockholm
Torsgatan 10, Stockholm
Hip Lounge and Nordic-Inspired Bar Experience a trendy atmosphere at Generator Stockholm's hip lounge and bar serving unique Nordic-inspired cocktails, perfect for socializing and…
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Grad Hotel and Hostel
Kammakargatan 46, Stockholm
Convenient Location Situated just 50 meters from the bustling Drottninggatan shopping street and a short walk from Stockholm Central Station. Shared Facilities Enjoy fully equippe…
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Hostels By Nordic
Drottninggatan 83, Stockholm
Centrally Located in Stockholm Convenient Amenities: Enjoy luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box. Comfortable Stay: Relax in one of the 11 air-conditioned gu…
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Crafoord Place Hostel
Hälsobrunnsgatan 10, Stockholm
Central Location and Stunning Views Located just a short walk from Stockholm Central Station and the vibrant Drottninggatan/Hötorget area, Crafoord Place offers a tranquil stay in…
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Hostel Dalagatan
Dalagatan 30, Stockholm
Convenient Location by Vasaparken Park Situated just a short stroll from Stockholm Central Station, Hostel Dalagatan offers brightly decorated rooms with air conditioning. Odenpla…
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Svea Hostel AB
Discover the vibrant heart of Stockholm at Svea Hostel AB, your ideal base for exploring this stunning city. Centrally Located Situated just minutes from major attractions like St…
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Svea Hostel
Rehnsgatan 21, Stockholm
Convenient Location Located just 10 metres from Rådmansgatan Metro Station in the Vasastan neighbourhood of central Stockholm, Hostel Bed & Breakfast offers easy access to transpo…
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Stockholm Hostel
Alströmergatan 15, Stockholm
Central Location The Stockholm Hostel is conveniently situated in the heart of Kungsholmen, just steps away from public transportation and major attractions. Communal Facilities G…
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Nomad Gardet
2 Sehlstedtsgatan, Stockholm
Modern Accommodations Experience comfort in air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private bathrooms. Convenient Location Explore top attractions such as Skansen Open-Air Museum…
Staying in a hostel for a Stockholm event
A hostel makes most sense on exactly the kind of trip StubOrder sends people on: one or two nights, built around a fixed start time, where you are out of the building all evening. The bed is somewhere to sleep afterwards, not somewhere to spend the weekend, and the saving against a hotel on a sold-out event night is usually the largest saving available on the whole trip, because event nights are when city hotel rates spike and hostel beds barely move.
The two things to check before you book are the ones that catch people out. First, front-desk hours: a support act running long can put you back at 23:45, which is no use if reception closes at 23:00 and there is no night code. Second, whether the rate is per bed or per room: a private twin at £70 and a dorm bed at £35 each are the same money for two people, and the private room is the better buy.
What is on in Stockholm
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Distance from a specific venue
The hostels above are measured from the centre of town. If you want to know what is actually walkable from the doors of one building, each venue has its own accommodation page that sorts every nearby property by real distance.
Dorm bed or private room?
This is the decision that actually determines what your stay is like, and it is not the same decision as hostel-or-hotel. Almost every hostel in Stockholm sells both, at prices that overlap with the cheaper end of the city's hotels.
| Dorm bed | Hostel private room | |
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| Priced by | The bed. Two people pay twice. | The room, like a hotel. |
| Best for | Solo travel, and meeting people. | Two people, or anyone who wants a door that locks. |
| Bathroom | Usually shared down the hall. | Often private, but check: many are not. |
| Getting in late | Fine, but you will wake people. | No issue. |
| Luggage | A locker, usually needing your own padlock. | In the room. |
| Versus a cheap hotel | Much cheaper, especially on event nights. | Often similar money, so compare properly. |
The rule of thumb that holds nearly everywhere: travelling alone, take the dorm; travelling as two, price the private room against a budget hotel before assuming the hostel wins. On an ordinary weeknight the hotel sometimes does. On the night of a sold-out event, the hostel almost always does.
What to check before booking a hostel
Hostels vary in ways hotels mostly do not, and the variation is in the policies rather than the rooms. None of the following is unusual, and all of it is easier to find out now than at 1am.
- Age limits. Some hostels are 18–35 only, some refuse under-18s without an adult, and a few are over-18 with no upper bound. This is a property-by-property rule, not a city rule.
- Reception hours and curfews. A genuine curfew is rare now, but limited front-desk hours are common. If your event finishes late, confirm there is a night entry code.
- Whether the rate includes linen. Mostly yes; occasionally a few pounds or dollars extra at check-in, which quietly changes the comparison against a hotel.
- Lockers and padlocks. Nearly every dorm has lockers. A good number expect you to bring your own padlock, and the ones sold at the desk cost more than one from home.
- Deposits. Some hostels take a key or damage deposit in cash at arrival and return it on checkout, which is worth knowing if you are travelling cardless.
- Cancellation terms. The cheapest hostel rates are frequently non-refundable, which matters more than usual when the trip depends on an event that could be postponed.
Two of these (cancellation terms and what the rate actually includes) are shown on the booking screen once you pick dates, so check them there rather than assuming.
Plan the rest of the trip
Frequently asked questions
How many hostels are there in Stockholm?
Our accommodation partner lists 28 hostels within about five miles of central Stockholm, out of 525 places to stay in total, or 5.3% of everything listed here. That count includes both dedicated hostels and backpacker accommodation.
Are there hostels near the venues in Stockholm?
The hostels on this page are measured from the middle of Stockholm, not from any one venue. For distance from a specific building, use that venue's own accommodation page. Each one is linked above and sorts every nearby property by real distance from the doors.
Is a hostel a sensible place to stay for a concert or a game?
For a one- or two-night trip built around an event, often yes, because you are out of the building most of the evening anyway. The things to check are the front-desk hours and whether there is a curfew, because a show that ends at 23:30 is no use if reception shut at 23:00.
Are hostels in Stockholm any good?
Stockholm's hostels average 7.3/10 in guest scores against 8.1/10 for the city's hotels, so they score well below the city's hotels, which is worth knowing before you book on price alone. Those scores come from our accommodation partner, not from StubOrder.
Can I book a private room in a hostel?
Most hostels sell private rooms alongside dorm beds, and they are usually cheaper than a hotel room of the same size. Whether a given property has one is shown when you pick your dates. If only dorm beds come back, that hostel has no privates free for that stay.
Does StubOrder sell hostel beds and tickets together?
No. Tickets come from our resale marketplace and accommodation from our booking partner. They are two separate bookings with separate confirmations, and neither depends on the other.
