The best youth hostels Sweden

Behind its red bricks and green frames, this very comfortable hostel offers beds in dormitories for 4 to 8 people. One sleeps in his bed as in a sleeper train: each one enters when he wants in his small alcove separated by a curtain, for an optimal comfort. These small cabins, equipped with a personal lamp and sockets, are very well thought out and ensure real intimacy. Winstrup guests also have the possibility to use the large fully equipped kitchen and have access to the large living room.

Opposite the cultural center Kulturmagasinet and a few meters from the water, the Sundsvall City Hotel stands on the corner of two streets. There are a large number of modest rooms with no particular charm. The good thing is the location, close to the city center and yet quiet, with a very affordable budget. After a day of shopping, cultural visits or a late night at the restaurant across the street, you don't have to go too far to rest at home.

A hostel without particular charm, but with affordable prices. Clean rooms, shared showers and toilets. To relax, there is a lounge, a TV room and a sauna. A nice garden is also part of the place and in summer you can have a good barbecue. The establishment is well located, close to nature and the sea, which has its advantages for the vacations! Breakfast and bed linen are extra. Free parking. A good little address, simple and not too expensive, for small budgets!

Perfectly located youth hostel (a stone's throw from the station, close to the historic center and Centralbadet). Eclectic layout and furnishings. Warm, friendly atmosphere, pleasant common rooms with large leather sofas. Another ingredient that testifies to the hospitality of the place: the hostel offers its pasta tour on certain evenings! Ideal accommodation for a stay with friends, or even without. The place is never empty, and it also offers a sauna. The nearby Nomad Swedish Food & Bar is popular with locals and tourists alike.

On the island of Långholmen, this building is a former prison converted into a hotel and youth hostel in summer. The recipe was simple: forget the past and transform the cells into rooms for 2 to 4 people (the cells are adapted for disabled guests). And there's no need to wake up with a bunch of keys. Restaurant, self-catering facilities, Internet, wifi, washing machines, TV rooms and a small museum. It's the ideal place to spend a green holiday in the heart of Stockholm!

Yellow House is certainly the nicest hostel in Kiruna. Located in a small alley, it is not easy to find, but it is worth looking for. In the building on the right, the reception. Go through the door, it is always open. The decoration, as well as the buildings, is from the period, and this is what gives the Yellow House its retro and cosy feel. In the heart of winter, small loupiotes give the house a typically Swedish and fairy-like atmosphere. In the summer, take advantage of the inner courtyard to have a barbecue.

A very large hostel with 89 rooms, located right next to the large Tanto Park. The place is a pleasant little oasis, with wooden houses and rooms for 2, 3 or 4 people. Kitchen available, cafeteria, breakfast, washing machines and sauna. Garage for rent and quick access to the city centre and the old town. The rooms are spacious and simply decorated, without pretense, and provide maximum comfort. The dormitories are similar.

Hisingen is to Gothenburg what Brooklyn is to Manhattan: just cross the bridge and you are in the center of the city! On the other side of the Hisingsbron bridge, only 5 minutes by streetcar from the heart of Gothenburg, Snoozemore offers both dormitory rooms and private rooms with shared bathroom. A nice little extra: the hotel offers tea and coffee at any time of the day and the hosts are really friendly. By booking directly on the website, you will be entitled to a discount.

A 15 minute walk from Östersund train station, the hostel is located a little above the town hall, in a large brick building recognizable by its high tower. The hostel was inspired by the Swedish mountains and you will find elements of these landscapes, all in modern comfort. The hostel has free wifi and a shared kitchen. Around the hostel you can also participate in outdoor activities such as skiing and biking.

In the heart of the city centre, this modern and sophisticated youth hostel has a unique style. The hostel offers dormitory beds, luxurious double rooms and a fully equipped apartment. Bed linen is provided and bathrooms are present in each unit. There are a total of four multi-purpose meeting rooms and a stylishly designed café, ideal for relaxing or getting down to business. Many events are held within the hotel in the Hilma bar, the centrepiece of Generator Stockholm.

Managed by the Ice Hotel, the hostel is located directly opposite its big brother. An ideal option for small budgets! Opened in summer 2010, the hostel offers 10 rooms for 3 people (one double bed and the^3rd bunk bed), each with its own shower room and toilet. A large, Swedish farmhouse-style kitchen/living/dining room is available. Laundry and internet. This is a great accommodation option, inexpensive and located in the pleasant surroundings of Jukkasjärvi. A good place to meet other travelers too.

A highly recommended accommodation just a stone's throw from the railway station and Boden town centre. You can sleep in dormitories of 6, separate men and women, or in dormitories of 2 to 4. It is also possible to book single or double rooms. The entire hostel is simply decorated and furnished. The rooms are functional, clean and equipped with the essentials. The common areas are very welcoming, comfortable and bright. In short, the ideal place for small budgets who wish to stay close to the city centre!

This hostel is new, modern and well maintained. The small double rooms have a window overlooking the corridor (no windows to the outside, but that's really not a problem). The communal showers are modern, and among them there are even small private bathrooms with shower, toilet and sink. The hostel is well located, close to the center but also just behind the train station. A good address for small budgets.

This is probably the best budget accommodation in the city! In addition to a cheap dormitory night, this modern hostel has a lot of facilities, all included in the price: secure luggage lockers, bicycle garage, fully equipped kitchen, billiards, board games, sauna... Activities, such as quizzes, karaoke and barbecues, are organized in high season. The hostel is conveniently located close to Slottsskogen and a 10-minute walk from the Haga district and the thirsty street Andra Långgatan.

This central and green hotel/youth hostel on the edge of the Tantolunden forest has a vacation camp feel to it. The hotel has a miniature golf course, a sauna, a children's playground and also offers bike rentals. As for the youth hostel, the rooms are a bit old-fashioned, but clean and above all, the price is unbeatable! Another advantage is that the Tanto beach, which is very popular in summer, is just a stone's throw away and is ideal for sunbathing or taking a dip.

This station no longer belongs to the STF network but to the owner of the beautiful Hellsten Hotel in Stockholm. Comfort has been improved and hotel standard rooms have been added to the dormitories and hostel style rooms. Two large Falun redwood buildings planted on the banks of a tumultuous river and a magical vastness... Prices remain affordable, and the place is just as busy. It is a strategic crossing point for any hiker. We stop there gladly, for a night or two, to recharge our batteries, surrounded by nature and nothing else.

The Old Town Hostel is located in cellars from the 1600s, which means that there are no windows in the rooms. Too bad! Still, the place is very quaint, with a bright and spacious interior, welcoming travelers from all over the world looking for a cheap bed in central Stockholm. You have access to a shared kitchen, free wifi, shared showers and toilets, and lockers. They also offer free pasta, coffee and tea, with a supermarket 30 metres away. Breakfast is not included for the dorms.

Castle House Inn offers a different kind of service, located in an old building in the old town. The style is a mix of traditional and modern and caters for guests of all ages who are looking for an economical solution. The hotel offers single and double rooms, but also larger rooms for families and dormitories. The hotel has a lift. There are a number of food and beverage outlets close to the hotel, on Österlånggatan and in other streets in the old town. Attentive and friendly staff.

Located in the centre of Norrmalm, along Sveavägen and close to the Observatory Park, this hostel is a great option for small budgets, as breakfast is included in the price, served between 8am and 10am. There is a large lounge where you can eat your meals cooked in the common kitchen. It is a meeting place for backpackers from all over the world. It's best to book in advance though, it's a popular address that fills up quickly. Sheets and towels are not included in the price, to be rented in the establishment.

This is a convenient and friendly hostel. You can choose between private double rooms, four-bed, six-bed, eight-bed, twelve-bed and fourteen-bed dorms. The 11 mixed or female-only dorms have free wifi, lockers and a shared bathroom. These affordable prices are hard to beat for Stockholm, especially being only a 15-minute walk from Gamla Stan! The common areas are comfortable, and you can make good friends. Highly recommended for students.