Arenavägen 69, Enskede – Årsta – Vantör, 121 77 Stockholm, Sweden
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Bo Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Bo Hotel sits in the Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district of Stockholm, and honestly, it’s the kind of place that doesn’t try too hard — which is actually refreshing. It’s a three-star property, so you know what you’re getting into, but it punches above its weight in a few key ways. The vibe is clean, no-fuss, and genuinely welcoming rather than that hollow corporate-hotel kind of welcoming. You walk in and it just feels like someone actually thought about the guest experience.

Location & Getting Around

The location is probably the biggest talking point here, and recent guests have rated it 8.7 — which, for a Stockholm neighborhood that isn’t smack in the Old Town, is saying something. Arenavägen puts you near the Ericsson Globe area, so if you’re heading to an event or concert, you’re basically already there. Couples especially seem to love it for that reason — it rated 8.4 for two-person trips, which makes sense when you think about it. You’re close enough to the city center without paying the premium that comes with a Norrmalm address, and the public transport connections into central Stockholm are solid.

The Rooms

The rooms at Bo Hotel are straightforward and tidy — I mean, this isn’t a place where you’re going to find a bathtub with a view, but everything works and the spaces feel well-maintained. The beds are comfortable enough that you actually wake up rested, which sounds like a low bar but isn’t always a given at this price point. There’s a sort of Scandinavian simplicity to the design — light tones, clean lines, nothing cluttered. It’s functional without feeling sterile, which is a balance a lot of budget-friendly hotels in Stockholm don’t quite manage.

Practical Details Worth Knowing

One thing worth flagging is that the hotel’s overall rating sits at 7.4, which is decent but not glowing — so it’s worth going in with calibrated expectations. It’s not the place for a splurge weekend where every detail needs to be perfect. What it is good for is a comfortable, well-located base that won’t drain your wallet while you’re out exploring the city. Stockholm is an expensive city, full stop, so finding a three-star option with a genuinely strong location score is actually harder than it sounds.

Why Guests Love It

Honestly, the people who tend to get the most out of Bo Hotel are the ones who treat it as a smart base rather than a destination in itself. Couples doing a Stockholm city break seem to click with it particularly well — the location makes spontaneous evenings out easy, and there’s something low-key appealing about not being surrounded by tourist crowds the moment you step outside. The staff are generally noted as friendly, and the overall experience has that understated Swedish practicality to it. If you’re after value, a location that actually works for getting around, and a room that lets you sleep properly — this one’s worth a look.

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Bo Hotel Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Standard Twin Room2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Superior2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
Moderate2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Sleep Box2 bunk beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Family Room2 single beds, 2 bunk beds and 1 sofa bed for 8 adults, 7 children
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Reviews of Bo Hotel

  • Hannah from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Friendly. Comfortable. Clean.

  • Ana from Portugal (7/10)

    Great location and easy access to metro, walking distance

  • Andrew from Sweden (8/10)

    it was a nice little place, easy to check in etc

  • Josef from Czech Republic (8/10)

  • Alex from Sweden (7/10)

    the sleep box was easily accessible, the fact that the bathroom and shower rooms were right in front of the boxes was definitely a bonus, the breakfast was very good and the location overall is perfect, very close to everything.

  • Salla from Finland (7/10)

    Very good value for your money. Very comfortable bed. Quite near to the underground station. Easy access to Globen and Tele 2 Hall.

  • Küllike from Estonia (8/10)

    The breakfast was very good

  • Heidi from Finland (7/10)

    Close to the concert venue.

  • Ieva from Latvia (6/10)

    Good location and nice food and event options at the place.

  • Zhonghui from China (8/10)

    Simple but affordable rooms and friendly staff.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Stureplan: 5 km
  • Army Museum: 5 km
  • Vasa Museum: 5 km
  • ABBA The Museum: 5 km
  • The Royal Palace: 4.5 km
  • Sergels Torg Square: 5 km
  • Skansen Open-Air Museum: 5 km
  • Museum of Medieval Stockholm: 4.6 km
  • Prince Eugen’s Waldemarsudde: 6 km
  • Fotografiska – Museum of Photography: 4.3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • RestaurantSUBWAY: 10 m
  • Restaurant Boston Grill: 50 m

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Svedmyraskogen: 2 km

Ski lifts:

  • Globen: 2.5 km
  • Sickla: 2.5 km
  • Ekholmsnasbacken Ski Lift: 16 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Sickla Beach: 3.3 km
  • Flatenbadet Beach: 7 km
  • Brunnsviksbadet Beach: 9 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Globen: 500 m
  • Metro Blåsut: 1.1 km
  • Train Henriksdal: 3.5 km
  • Train Stockholms södra: 3.5 km
  • Bus Stockholm City Terminal: 5 km

Closest airports:

  • Bromma Stockholm Airport: 14 km
  • Stockholm Arlanda Airport: 45 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

General:

  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries

Transport:

  • Public transport tickets Additional charge

Activities:

  • Live sport events (broadcast) Off-site
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Nightclub/D J Additional charge
  • Mini golf Additional charge
  • Bowling Additional charge
  • Darts Additional charge
  • Karaoke Additional charge
  • Table tennis Additional charge
  • Billiards Additional charge
  • Games room

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Accessibility:

  • Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Swedish

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box

Reception services:

  • Lockers
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge

Entertainment and family services:

  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
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House Rules at Bo Hotel

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 21:00

Check-out:

  • From 09:00 to 12:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.3

Comfort:

7.9

Location:

8.7

Free WiFi:

7.3

Facilities:

7.5

Cleanliness:

8.1

Value for money:

8.0