Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm

Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm Overview

First Impressions

Walking into the Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm feels like stepping into a piece of Swedish design history — and I mean that in the best way possible. This four-star property sits right at Vasagatan 1, which honestly couldn’t be more central if they tried. The lobby has this understated Nordic elegance that doesn’t scream for attention but somehow makes you feel instantly at ease. You know what struck me most? The way natural light floods through the windows, creating these beautiful shadows that shift throughout the day.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s the thing about Stockholm — location is everything, and this place nailed it. You’re literally steps from Central Station, which means you can hop on the Arlanda Express or catch trains to anywhere in Sweden without breaking a sweat. The shopping district along Drottninggatan is a three-minute walk, and honestly, I found myself wandering over to Gamla Stan (the old town) in about ten minutes on foot. Couples seem to absolutely love this spot — they’ve rated the location 9.6, and after spending time here, I totally get why.

The Room Experience

My room had that classic Scandinavian vibe — clean lines, muted colors, and everything you actually need without unnecessary clutter. The beds are properly comfortable (not just hotel-marketing comfortable), and the blackout curtains work like a charm, which you’ll appreciate during those bright summer nights. What I really appreciated was the attention to detail — good lighting for reading, plenty of outlets where you need them, and a bathroom that feels spacious even when it’s not huge. The views vary depending on which side you’re on, but even the courtyard-facing rooms stay surprisingly quiet.

Breakfast and Dining

The breakfast setup here is actually impressive — they’ve got continental options, but also proper vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices that don’t feel like afterthoughts. I watched them prepare fresh items throughout the morning, so you’re not stuck with food that’s been sitting under heat lamps for hours. The restaurant area gets busy around 8 AM (typical business traveler rush), but if you can swing it earlier or later, you’ll have a much more relaxed experience. They clearly put thought into accommodating different dietary needs, which isn’t always a given at hotels this size.

Why Guests Love It

There’s something to be said for a hotel that draws repeat visitors — and this place has more returning guests than most properties I’ve stayed at. Maybe it’s the reliable quality, or the fact that the staff actually remembers preferences from previous stays. The parking situation is sorted if you’re driving (which many hotels in central Stockholm can’t offer), and the overall experience just feels… dependable. It’s not trying to be the flashiest hotel in the city, but it delivers on the things that matter when you’re exploring Stockholm or here on business. The 8.3 rating feels honest — this is a solid choice that won’t disappoint, especially if you value being right in the heart of everything.

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Reviews of Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm

• Christine from Denmark (9/10)

  Nice!!! Location is great. It’s just that it smelled like urine near the stairs. And on the side entrance it was kinda dirty in that area with homeless people.

• Justina from Lithuania (8/10)

  Breakfast is very good. Convenient location in the city, right next to the Arlanda Express stop.

• Linda from United Arab Emirates (9/10)

  Fantastic location right beside the train station (and the airport train). Had a bit of a struggle with the room – we booked a City View and the first room they gave us looked into someone’s office and a roof so no view at all but was changed when we asked.
  Small but comfortable room. Only thing we hate is the tiny European duvets that make you feel like the bed has been short sheeted!
  Coffee shop and fish restaurant in the lobby.

• John from Switzerland (9/10)

  Staff very helpful , room comfortable , location optimal

• Tony from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The comfortable sofas with wall to ceiling glass views in the lounge bar downstair, the high level bar upstairs, the sumptuous breakfasts, the excellent location in the centre.

• Krista from Latvia (9/10)

  Location was perfect!

• John from Ireland (9/10)

  Its location next to the central train station was perfect

• Baris from Turkey (9/10)

  super nice and high quality

• Briallen from Australia (8/10)

  Very well located next to central train station, and close to restaurants and shops. Downstairs bar was a lovely area for people watching. Could walk to Christmas market

• Ivona from Spain (8/10)

  Great location, nice staff and very comfortable beds! Clean and honestly, we had a good stay! We would for sure come back!

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