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About this property
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 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Bar
- Heating
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ieva
Lithuania
“Nice and clean, nice common area to meet other travellers, free coffee is great!” - Enes
Turkey
“Awesome location and center. Nice bar. Staff were friendly. It's very social and easy to make friends. Might not be for you if you're not social. There were several bathrooms and showers also 1 sauna. I would stay here if i'd come to Stockholm again.” - George
United Kingdom
“Staff were nice, good location, great vibes in the common areas, well stocked kitchen. There's a sauna!” - Aniqa
France
“The receptionist was quite supportive and there were living rooms but totally filled with people and noise.” - Servane
France
“I only stayed for one night and arrived quite late, but I liked the fact that there is a no shoes rule in the hostel. The roll are big, it felt quite cosy and there is a lot of common spaces. Also a big kitchen and a sauna.” - Hart
South Africa
“Loved having a kitchen that had all the tools I need! The hostel was well organized and the comunial areas were comfortable and fun!” - Ferdi
Finland
“The staffs were very friendly and helpful. There are multiple common areas to hangout and shower-toilet in the hostels.” - Verena
United Kingdom
“The hostel is a little cute maze with hang out areas here and there. Kitchen is big. The room was good (i was lucky and there was a window in mine. i saw not all rooms have that) Loved the sauna!” - Beatriz
Spain
“The hostel was nice, clean and quiet. All the receptionists were very kind.” - Joanna
New Zealand
“Loved that you could use the facilities prior to 2pm check in and easy to store bags. In four bed female dorm that looks right into a restaurant courtyard, good to have a window seat for bags. Kitchen facilities are good and well set out with...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Nomad Restaurant and Bar
- CuisineLocal
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
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 identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.