Hotel Sven Vintappare

Location was excellent - very lively and safe, in the old town (Gamla Stan). Staff very friendly and helpful. Free breakfast was great. Attic suite is light and airy, with excellent window options (open/closed, normal shade, very effective blackout shade).

More comical than problematic is that the building is so old and crooked - I have literally never stayed anywhere with a floor that slopes more. The stairs are the type of spiral stairs you see in a medieval castle. Our bathroom was very small and not well ventilated. Also, I can’t see how anyone would survive a fire.

The hotel is very well located in the heart of Gamla Stan, in walking distance of basically all interesting and relevant areas in Stockholm in every direction (Sodermalm, Djurgarden, Norrmalm, Ostermalm, Kungsholmen). In a small ally, which can be a little noisy at nights (with outgoing tourists). The rooms are large (extra bed no issue, if needed), great beds, and small but clean bathrooms. Breakfast is fairly extensive and personnel quite friendly (and you can always try Cafe Schweizer just a few walking minutes' away). Not advisable to stay here, though, if you are unable to carry your luggage up a few narrow stairs (no elevator).

Wonderful location. Right in the heart of Gamla Stan. Clean, nice room, delightful staff, comfortable bed, very nice breakfast.

Being right off the Main Street there was some noise after hours on the weekends. To be expected given the great location

We loved it! 400 year old hotel full of charm and a very friendly staff. Lovely breakfast. This is a historic house in the middle of old town and staying there feels like stepping back in time but with modern amenities. The room was small but very comfortable. It’s off the main street on a quiet ally so it’s quieter than other hotels in the area but old town is busy in high season so there can be some noise in the evenings. The only negative is that it’s a narrow winding staircase to the rooms so if you have heavy baggage and arrive after the desk closes at 7 there’s no one to help carry it. Wasn’t an issue for us but judge for yourself.

Nothing - it was perfect. We didn’t stay long enough!