Name: City Backpackers Hostel
Address: Upplandsgatan 2a, Norrmalm, 111 23 Stockholm, Sweden, Upplandsgatan 2a, Stockholm county, 111 23, Sweden
Rating: 8.5

City Backpackers Hostel

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This hostel is set in a 19th-century building, 1640 feet from Stockholm Central Station and 5 minutes’ walk from Drottninggatan shopping street. WiFi internet, evening sauna and pasta are free. Ice skates can be borrowed for free during winter. All rooms at City Backpackers Hostel have air conditioning and heating. Lockers are available and padlocks can be bought in the reception. Snacks and drinks are available in the reception throughout the day. For self-caterers, there is a fully equipped kitchen with microwaves and refrigerators. Guests can also enjoy a meal or drink in the restaurant Nomad, located next to the hostel. The lounge offers Mac and PC computers with free internet access, TV with cable channels and Swedish movie nights. There is also a library with magazines and a book exchange. During summer, the beautiful open courtyard is furnished with tables and chairs

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Stockholm, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

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Room Type	Number of guests
Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Standard Apartment (6 Adults) 6 bunk beds
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 bunk beds
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Double Room with Private Bathroom 1 full bed
Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 8-Bed Woman Only Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 4-Bed Woman Only Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Budget Twin Room without Window 1 bunk bed
Bed in 7-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 6-Bed Woman Only Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Superior Apartment
Apartment with Sauna 6 bunk beds
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Basic Room 1 bunk bed
Single Pod Standard 1 twin bed
Single Pod Queen Size 1 queen bed
Double Pod (2 pax) 1 full bed

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Wemerson

Brazil

“A localização. Achei o hostel organizado e espaçoso. Fiquei no quarto com 8 camas e é bastante arejado.”

Camille

United States

“Great location, good atmosphere. Love that there’s a cafe and the restaurant that shares the courtyard had live music. Well equipped kitchen and helpful staff!”

Jorge

Italy

“The best hostel I've stayed at. Really cozy, really great staff, really clean, and with great facilities.”

Michael-francis

United States

“The location was excellent. I loved the bar! Plenty of space to hang around and socialise.”

Rochelle

United Arab Emirates

“The location was great! It's in the city center and around 10-15 minutes from Stockholm Central Station. However, one has to be very strategic when choosing to exit the station as this will make it so much easier (closer) especially when you're...”

Kyla

United States

“We had a late check in and early check out. Everything was handled online before and after. We felt very safe with the key pads on the door. WC was very clean.”

Andrea

Colombia

“I stayed in the 6-bed female dorm, which was clean and spacious. They provide lockers, though keep in mind they aren't quite large enough for full-sized luggage, perfect for smaller valuables though. While the shower was a bit on the small side,...”

Thomas

United States

“Kitchen was reasonably well furnished, though can be very busy in the evenings.”

Beatriz

United States

“Couldn’t have chosen a better place to stay 10/10”

Minh

Netherlands

“The room is decorated really cute with all wooden interior. There’s a big sofa and a locker inside as well, and the room it self is big, providing lots of space for 6 girls. The bathroom is small but comfortable. The kitchen is very well equipped”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site

Nomad Restaurant and Bar

Cuisine
Local

Amenities of City Backpackers Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

House rules

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Check-in

Available 24 hours

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Bed linen and towels are not included.Please note that it is required to rent bed linen on site, which costs 35 SEK per person (one time cost for the whole duration of stay). There is a bed linen and towel package at checkin that costs 60 SEK per person. A towel costs on it's own usual price 35 SEK per person. Please note that sleeping bags are not permitted. Guests arriving after 20:00 are kindly asked to note this in the Special Requests box when booking, so that check-in can be prepared. The property accepts Apple Pay. Guests must be at least 18 years to stay in the dormitory rooms. Guests under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult and are welcome to stay in the private rooms. When booking for more than 6 people, or if you book a Family Room, Standard Apartment, Apartment with sauna or Superior Apartment, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please note that the property does not accept reservations from local residents with Stockholm postal codes 100-199.

If have booked a bed in a dorm room and you arrive after reception is closed please note it may not be possible to get extras ie. towel or padlock. When booking 12 beds or more group policies will apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform City Backpackers Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

City Backpackers Hostel