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Sodermalarstrand Kajplats 10, Stockholm 118 20, Sweden
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The Red Boat Hotel & Hostel
Ranked #115 of 160 hotels in Stockholm
3.0 of 5 stars 47 Reviews
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New Delhi, India
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“My First and unique experience”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012
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I have a penchant for things that are a little 'different' and the Red Boat triggered all these senses. A little walk away from the Gamla Stan, this is a cozy and helpful establishment. The view from the deck was interesting - a glimpse of the lit up Townhall and Old city together. I really wish I had more time to just stay on, just a couple of days, to feel the Viking touch. Would definitely recommend this one.

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  • Stayed March 2011, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Zagreb, Croatia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Excellent location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012

We stayed in the white boat, the Ran, for 7 nights. We had a double bed, which I would not recommend since it's pretty small. In fact, the whole cabin is small, but it's a boat and I didn't expect it to be bigger. The most important thing is that it was very clean, as well as the toilets and showers. The staff was very friendly and helpful. And of course, the best thing about this hostel is the location!

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Scotland
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“The fact this is a boat is sure to win you over!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011

The Red Boat Hostel - which isn't in the Red Boat at all but the one behind - is a novel, cheap way to spend a few nights in Stockholm. The rooms are small, like you would expect and the beds like shelves. The room smelt quite musty and it wasnt until we were due to leave that we realised we could open the small port hole windows.

Both nights were quiet and we rarely saw another guest, which was good as there werent much in the way of bathrooms so I imagine it can get quite busy. Out of two shower rooms one was adequate, the other so small it was almost impossible to shower and not get everything wet. Neither of the bathrooms were particularly clean.

The location of this hostel is great and I enjoyed my stay but to be honest I'm not sure if I would return as I think the novelty would wear off.

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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Yarm, United Kingdom
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great value for money, in an excellent central location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2011

We stayed on the boat for 3 nights in November. The twin bunk cabin was cosy, but very clean and comfortable. All the bathrooms were spotless every day and it was surprisingly quiet during the night. Breakfast was good - make sure you buy it the day before as price goes up on the day. Best thing about the boat is the location - really central.

Room Tip: Rooms on the far side have a better view over the water.
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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Grolley
1 review
“NEVER AGAIN”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2011

I stay in this hôtel for two weeks ago. I am deeply disappointed. The staff is really unfriendly and unpolite, the rooms a not really clean, the toilets even not.
I hesitate to leave the hôtel before the end. It was a bad experience and i do not recommend you to choose it. There is many other boat hotel which seems to be better!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with friends
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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  • Den Roda Baten Red Boat
Address: Sodermalarstrand Kajplats 10, Stockholm 118 20, Sweden

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