Scandic Gamla Stan

4.0 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop, a quick walk to Stockholm Palace

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Rooftop terrace
Daily buffet breakfast (SEK 275 per person)
Reception
Exterior
Twin Room | Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • 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 neighborhood

Stockholm

Located in Central Stockholm, Scandic Gamla Stan is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Stockholm Palace and Royal Swedish Opera. This 52-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a coffee shop/cafe, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Stockholm Palace - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Swedish Opera - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stockholm City Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Vasa Museum - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Skansen - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles

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

Hotel with a coffee shop, a quick walk to Stockholm Palace
At Scandic Gamla Stan, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a banquet hall and a vending machine.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Phones are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1650
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

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

  • This property welcomes pets for SEK 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is 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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Scandic Gamla Stan?

Scandic Gamla Stan provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Gamla Stan?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Gamla Stan on Oct 29, 2025 start from $97.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Scandic Gamla Stan?

This hotel is situated in Central Stockholm, just steps from Stortorget and Nobel Prize Museum, and within a short walk of Stockholm Palace. You'll also find Odenplan Square and Vasa Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Scandic Gamla Stan?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Scandic Gamla Stan include a casino on the premises?

No, Scandic Gamla Stan doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scandic Gamla Stan?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Scandic Gamla Stan good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a café and a terrace plus some guestrooms include city views.

Does Scandic Gamla Stan have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Scandic Gamla Stan have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Scandic Gamla Stan serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does Scandic Gamla Stan allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Scandic Gamla Stan for a fee of SEK 200 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Scandic Gamla Stan?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Scandic Gamla Stan?

The closest major airport to Scandic Gamla Stan is Stockholm (BMA-Bromma), which is 6 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), which is located 26 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Scandic Gamla Stan?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Scandic Gamla Stan.

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. 512 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 393 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1011 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nalini, Odenton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Gamla train station 2 minutes away, bus to central station 1 minute away. Good breakfast. We are vegans, staff noticed it and took good care of us during breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica B

Traveled 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

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A boutique feel in a Scandic property right in the heart of Gamla Stan. Excellent location close to everything and very close to a metro station.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Best part about this hotel is the location - it is centrally located to most attractions and public transport. Very quiet on the room we had facing the courtyard. Bed was decently comfortable but nothing particularly special and the room was warm. Breakfast was fine but the dining room was crowded; they booked us in to a specific time but I have the feeling nobody paid attention and just came when they wanted. Only real negative is the walls and floors of the room we had was dated and could really use a refresh. Doesn't deserve 5 stars but if you need a decent hotel for a city break, this will certainly work.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Emma

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Don’t stay at the weekend - nightclub noise

This is a nice traditional Swedish hotel with an excellent breakfast. The rooms are small but this is to be expected in the old town. I do not recommend staying at this hotel at the weekend though if you value your sleep. The noise of the nightclub next door went on until 3 in the morning and we needed two sets of ear plugs and two fans to cover it. We got little rest as a result which made our weekend in Stockholm much less enjoyable. The hotel would not refund us for the room despite the noise but gave back a small amount we had paid for an additional breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location if you want to explore the old town. Conveniently located to metro and not far from ferry transportation as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024