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City BackPackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers balance relaxation and adventure at this central Stockholm hostel, where a sauna awaits after exploring vibrant Odenplan Square

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City BackPackers Hostel sits in central Stockholm's heart, offering a welcoming coffee shop and entertaining arcade room for downtime between explorations. Guests refresh in the sauna after visiting nearby Stockholm City Hall, with free in-room WiFi to share their adventures.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is €81
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8-Bed)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8-Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (12-Bed)

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (12-Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (6-Bed)

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (6-Bed)

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4-Bed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (8-Bed)

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (8-Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Apartment, Kitchen

Apartment, Kitchen

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Apartment, Kitchen

Deluxe Apartment, Kitchen

  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4-Bed)

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4-Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 beds)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, No Windows (Budget)

Twin Room, No Windows (Budget)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Apartment, Multiple Beds

Superior Apartment, Multiple Beds

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Central Stockholm, a neighbourhood in Stockholm, City BackPackers Hostel is near a metro station. Stockholm Viking Terminal and Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Drottninggatan and Mall of Scandinavia. Check out an event or a game at Strawberry Arena, and consider making time for Gröna Lund, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Stockholm travel guide
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Upplandsgatan 2a, Stockholm, 111 23

What's nearby

  • Stockholm Sweden, city skyline at Drottninggatan shopping street
    Drottninggatan
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stockholm City Conference Centre
    Stockholm City Conference Centre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stockholm, Sweden Fruit and berries on display at the Haymarket Square, or Hotorget.
    Hotorget Square
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre
    Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stockholm, Sweden The rooftops of Kungsholmen at dawn and the church at Odenplan, Gustav Vasa Church
    Odenplan Square
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Central T-Bana
    7 min walk
  • Stockholm Central Station
    9 min walk
  • Stockholm (BMA-Bromma)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Internationella Pressklubben
    2 min walk
  • La Neta
    2 min walk
  • Nomad Swedish Food & Bar
    1 min walk
  • Espresso House
    3 min walk
  • Rydbergs Bar & Matsal
    3 min walk

About this property

City BackPackers Hostel

  • Hostel near Stockholm Palace
  • Close to Drottninggatan and Odenplan Square, City BackPackers Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/games room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Bike hire, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
    • Free newspapers, barbecues and concierge services
    • A TV in reception, a front desk safe and multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at City BackPackers Hostel have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Private gardens, communal kitchens and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Towels fee: SEK 30 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (70 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is City BackPackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at City BackPackers Hostel?

As of 12 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City BackPackers Hostel on 30 Jun 2026 start from €81, including 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.

How much is parking at City BackPackers Hostel?

City BackPackers Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at City BackPackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at City BackPackers Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is City BackPackers Hostel located?

Located in Central Stockholm, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Norra Bantorget and Drottninggatan. Odenplan Square and Stockholm City Hall are also within 15 minutes. Central T-Bana is 7 minutes by foot and Hotorget T-Bana is 7 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

City BackPackers Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 306 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went over and above to accommodate. It was a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vibes are great, the only problem was the bed. It was uncomfortable. However, the rest of the hostel was great. Bathrooms, kitchen, floors, and the common room were clean.
The place is very easy to find
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ramzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hostels I stayed at, full of engaging activities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, the hostel is really nice, had good facilities such as the kitchen and wifi, it’s super clean, nice and quiet and the staff were very helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Delightful hostel with friendly staff- clean rooms, nice common area- walking distance to central station, near bus route and shopping areas. Reception opens at 9 am in case you arrive as we did on an early train - so just had to chill a bit. Lots of friendly guests - would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room, with a clean and nice common rooms. Funky old building, and reception was super helpful. Just be aware they charge for sheets on-top of the room rate (30SEK) that's payable when you arrive. They could have some more toilets and showers, but it's not a massive issue.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cosy hostel where the staff were friendly in a good location within walking distance of the central station and old town. Found it to be very good value for money- make sure to read the details of the hostel as you do have to make your own bed up and hire towels separately in case those things are an issue for you. Found the room to be very quiet, clean, with a comfortable bed and was a good temperature. Lockers are a bit on the small side to fit a suitcase/larger bag but as there's plenty of floor space you can pop these out of the way. Attached bathroom was clean and showers were good- plenty of hot water and space for clothes etc. There is only 1 toilet which is inside one of the 2 shower rooms attached to the room but there is also another toilet just down the corridor and plenty of sink space so didn't cause any issues for us even with all the bunks occupied. Enjoyed the sauna and appreciated the map of the hostel given when checking in which made finding my room a lot easier. Decent wifi throughout too. I think there was also free pasta available but didn't personally try this. Would definitely stay again and recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

2 night stay

The accommodation was fairly comfortable, however checking out was made a bit difficult when the keycode changed the day i was leaving and was a little effort trying to leave. The doors can be noisy aswell as when people are leaving and entering when trying to sleep along with metal bed frames whwre you can hear every time somebody is turning over. The accommodation is catered for large amount of travellers, so would recommend if you're with a group or up for socialising.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Yu

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Roommates are very friendly and helpful. I didn’t go to the sauna in the night but I tried this next morning. And then I was afraid that it was not warm and hot there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms were great, loved the variety of showers, sinks, and toilet rooms. Great socializing room downstairs made it easy to make friends
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sauna was an amazing perk!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good. Many rooms were at slightly different levels (2-12cm risers) and I stubbed by toes a lot. But I got used to where they were.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ziqiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
wifi signal is not good.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great atmosphere

Really great place to stay, affordable and with a nice atmosphere. A lot of young and social people. The only downside is that it can get a somewhat noisy in the evening, even though its supposed to be quiet by 11.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not much privacy no curtains but good lockers and too many passcodes just to go to your room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing go to say but phooey hope all is well in the future
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

All good

Thanks ✌️😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ritika

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a private room for 2 guests. And I would not recommend it to anyone. Pro: on Normalm district so it is close to most major attractions. Cons: the property is not worth the price they are charging, and here is why - 1. There are no lifts or ramps on the property making it inconvinient to carry your luggage. 2. There are codes for every entrance which keeps changing instead of a card system. 3. Rooms are extremely small with A. no ventilation B. very dimly lit C. No mirror to get ready 4. Although room details mentions bathroom, they are all common. 5. All showers are in basement and half of them are out of order. 6. Toilets don't have paper towels. Only an unhygienic cloth towel. 7. Showers don't have hooks to hang clothes or shelves to keep toiletries. Also, there is no shower gel or shampoo. 8. Stoves are switched off after 10 pm so you can't cook after that. 9. You have to remove shoes outside but they don't provide you bathroom slippers to wear on property. 10. Lastly, the luggage room is in basement which has narrow circular staircase and heavy doors making it dangerous to move luggage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Che

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I can't really find the right words at the moment. I have been travelling and staying in hostels around the world for over 15 years. I have never experienced negative and sarcasm from any hostel front of house reception staff before. I don't fully understand why this hostel gets such good ratings and reviews. There are only a couple of good things that I can say. Its walking distance from the train station and old town and the cleaning staff are friendly and are trying there best to keep an old run down building clean. The hostel is a maze of corridors and levels. The hostel gives you a map of the hostel which is useless. Its the hardest place to navigate through. You have to feel sorry for the guests who are stuck in the rooms located in the basement. There is no natural light or fresh air. The hostel has so many heavy doors which requires you to enter a different access code for most of them. It seems to be a complete waste of time. I don't understand the heavy security. The bathrooms and toilets could do with an upgrade. Overall its a disappointing place of accommodation to stay when visiting Sweden. I did meet some very friendly and switched on travelers staying there which made me feel like staying for the 2 nights that I'd paid for. Otherwise I probably would have left the hostel early. The hostel definitely needs a heavier local Swedish staff presence. Stay around the corner at the Generator hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sanchia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was clean, safe, and in a very convenient location for both walking and public transportation. My biggest complaint was that the check in process could have been smoother. I personally didn’t have issues, but one of my roommates checked in at 10pm and didn’t have linens. By the time he was able get in touch with staff & get linens, it was 11:30pm and him trying to put his sheets on his bed was a big disturbance to everyone in the room. Many people who checked in at night were confused and had trouble finding things. Another one of my roommates checked in during the day, was explicitly told to come to that particular room and was given an access code for that room, and had settled in for a few hours before a staff member abruptly came in and asked if everyone there was in the right room. They realized they had assigned her to the wrong room, and made her collect all her things and move to a different room. The staff told her “It happens so no worries. It’s not your fault” as if she had done something wrong, and didn’t bother apologizing at all for the mistake he clearly made or for the disturbance it caused her. My roommate was too nice to complain but I was pretty displeased by the service. Last thing I would say is that it’s not a quiet place. Things are noisy on the street and within the hostel. The walls were VERY thin. Didn’t bother me much but it certainly bothered some other people there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Per

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Enkelt
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Konum mükemmel, kolay giriş, ortak kullanım alanları temiz. Fakat havalandırma açılınca üşüdük.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025