Cheap hotels in Gamla Stan, Stockholm
Dating back to the 13th century, Gamla Stan is the original Stockholm. Grand baroque architecture, winding cobblestone streets, a former royal residence, a cathedral, and some tremendous waterfront views make this small area a don't-miss sightseeing zone.
It's also fairly convenient, as Gamla Stan bridges bustling Norrmalm to the north and hip Södermalm south. Staying in perfectly preserved Gamla Stan isn't easy. There are a limited number of hotels, which are either very upscale or backpacker-oriented.
The bulk of Gamla Stan is on the island Stadsholmen, Riddarholmen, the tiny island just to the west, is usually seen as part of Gamla Stan.
Riddarholmen, Gamla Stan
EuroCheapo Review: The Mälardrottningen, a white-and-blue boat-hotel with 60 cozy, tasteful cabins, is permanently docked on the southwestern side of Riddarholmen, a little island in Gamla Stan that's covered in historic buildings.... read review
$83
2STF Skeppsholmen Hostel
Flaggmansvägen 8, Gamla Stan
EuroCheapo Review: The af Chapman boat hostel, centrally located near Stockholm's Old Town, is run by the owners of the Skeppsholmen hostel, located just in front of the Chapman.... read review
$25
More nearby hotels
Upplandsgatan 2a, Norrmalm
EuroCheapo Review: Located just a couple minutes away from Central Station and the center of Stockholm, City Backpackers is the perfect place for, well, backpackers.... read review
$61
Tjärhovsgatan 11, Södermalm
EuroCheapo Review: The NOFO is a four-star hotel with history located just a couple of blocks away from Medborgarplatsen, a busy square filled with restaurants, shopping, and bars.... read review
$86
Döbelnsgatan 17, Norrmalm
EuroCheapo Review: Part of the Best Western hotel chain, the Kom Hotel offers guests nifty amenities, including free use of the Central Gym and a sauna.... read review
$56
Högbergsgatan 81, Södermalm
EuroCheapo Review: We loved Tre Små Rum, a privately-owned guesthouse in a relaxed, residential part of Södermalm.... read review
$74
Luntmakargatan 73, Norrmalm
EuroCheapo Review: The Rex Hotel is a family-run boutique hotel in Vasastaden with rates that regularly fall into splurgeworthy Cheapo territory... read review
$92
Luntmakargatan 68, Norrmalm
EuroCheapo Review: Located around the corner from the Rådmansgatan metro station and the busy Sveavägen boulevard, the four-star Hellsten is a splurge-worthy stunner with unique décor.... read review
$111
Luntmakargatan 73, Norrmalm
EuroCheapo Review: The 20-room Rex Petit is housed in the basement of the pricier Rex Hotel.... read review
$61
Södermälarstrand, Kajplats 12-14, Södermalm
EuroCheapo Review: The 65-room M/S Rygerfjord, one of the larger boat-hotels in Stockholm, is a white three-decker serving as both a hostel and a hotel.... read review
$61
