Downtown Camper by Scandic

Super unique experience and we enjoy our stay with our kids! The rooms feel a bit small but it was beautifully and thoughtfully furnished. Loved the light camp fire scent in the room and throughout the hotel. The breakfast was incredible! We also loved the net reading time!!! Overall an amazing experience

The room was perfect. The first city break I’ve ever taken where I haven’t had to take one taxi or any from of transport other than train from the airport and even then the station was a 5-10 min walk from the hotel so couldn’t be located in a better place. Then to top it off when checking on the Friday in they asked reason for our stay which was my girlfriend’s birthday which was the Sunday, we came back to room on the Sunday there to a huge fruit bowl chocolates and sweets, 10/10 amazing hotel if I come back to Stockholm wouldn’t even think about going a different hotel

The location of this hotel was amazing, bang on in the centre of everything you could possibly need in Stockholm! Beds and pillows could be a lot comfier but not a deal breaker. It was also a little hard to open the curtains while getting ready seen as our room was facing another building, some blinds or tinted windows would be great

Everything was fine, except for clear smoke smell on our floor. We verified with the reception and according to them it was from the “campfire” on the ground floor. They know about the smell and think it fits the hotel concept. It’s interesting that management is not concerned about clients with possible respiratory conditions.

Pro: Centrally located Nicely decorated hotel and clean rooms Excellent breakfast Friendly staff Could be better: Reception could be better informed when it comes to parking options, offered activities published in their very own newspaper and the rooftop pool. We nearly always got the answer that the person knowing these things is currently not here or we should go up to the pool and ask ourselves... Anyways, it was a comfortablr and positive stay there and we would chose this hotel again.

We recently stayed at this hotel and had mixed feelings about the experience. Unfortunately, the ventilation seemed to be an issue during our stay. On the first night, there was a strong smell of smoke in our room until midnight. We were concerned and called reception to check if everything was all right. We were told the smell came from the open fire in the entrance/kitchen area and that it was part of the hotel’s “campfire vibe” concept. However, the smell was quite overpowering, and we even had to pack our clothes away to stop them absorbing it. The next morning, we raised our concerns with reception. We were informed that some rooms are more affected than others, but all rooms are expected to smell of smoke to some degree. Unfortunately, changing rooms was not an option as the hotel was fully booked. On the second night, we returned later in the evening and luckily there was no smoke smell. However, on our final night the issue changed, and the room was filled with a strong sewage odour, which made us very uncomfortable. While the idea of a “campfire atmosphere” may appeal to some, we personally found the smell issues quite disruptive.

Recommended wholeheartedly! Our stay at Downtown Camper was absolutely incredible. Everything about this place is easily top tier (except perhaps for the slightly funky meatballs during breakfast). The subway central is just a minute's walk away so the location is absolutely perfect. Clean, modern, welcoming and simply stunning. I'll most definitely be coming back to this downtown gem in the future. Probably one of the easiest 5-star ratings I've ever given.

LOVED this hotel! Such a highlight of our stay in Stockholm and Tyra working the front desk was AWESOME. Great service, delicious and filling breakfast/brunch, and love the rooftop gym, bar and spa area. The location is so central to everything. Loved the outdoor camping theme; it was done with perfection. Loved all the included activities; we did biking!

Downtown Camper Scandic has a great central location. Right across from a mall area with food options and near the train station. It is an interesting concept- adults camping. FYI-Not for kids. There are 'camp' Excursions offered -some free- 7 am yoga, but most with a fee. -The Nest-rooftop bar has great views, drinks. Avg price $16-18. -roof top pool/sauna looks amazing however is not easily accessible to hotel guests which was very disappointing. Again- not for kids. You must signup for scheduled 2 hour use at cost of $35.00. They offer 'Free' sessions for hotel guests- only M,Th at 8 pm for 30 min regimented meditation sessions for which you must sign up at the desk. 5 mins at the end is allowed for unstructured enjoyment in pool and again children are excluded. Similarly there is a central net area in the lobby, however it seemed to be more for looks than use as it was usually blocked from use. The rooms are good, the bunk area is interesting but I agree with the reviewer who thought a table in the window area would have been a better use of space.

I've been to Stockholm 4 years in a row now and have never experienced discrimination until I arrived at this hotel. I came in with my non-Asian coworker and he was helped at the desk while I waited right behind him. There were 3 employees at the front desk. An Italian family came up after me and they were waved over to be helped. I thought maybe the staff just didn't see me but then it happened again. Another European lady walks up and is waved over to be helped. I stepped up and asked why everyone is cutting me off in line and that's when the front desk said "oh sorry about that." After 18 hours of travel, this was a horrible way to start the week. I had a few coworkers staying at the hobo across the street and everytime I walked in to meet up with them, I was greeted by staff. I stayed there last year as well and didn't experience anything discriminatory. I assumed the Downtown Camper would be better since they have a few more amenities in the room such an iron and kettle but this was not worth it. Being treated like you are invisible ruins the entire experience. On top of that, it makes me look at Sweden in a different light. Right outside the hotel there was a group of men that proceeded to yell things like "ni hao Ching Chang Chong!" I expected more from a place/staff that is supposed to be hospitable and welcoming. While we cannot control what happens outside of the hotel, it would have been nice to feel safer in your hotel and free from judgement just because we don't look the same.

Hotel is super cute. They have this tree house and campground vibe and they really stuck with it. It's also really close to the train station, an easy walk. Rooms were clean and quiet. They have a bar, workout room, spa area, dining area, this cool neat thing you can lounge in, etc. kind of had a fancy hostel feel, except super expensive. Things to watch out for: adding breakfast with your room is not cheap, 48 USD is what we were told. Rooms are super hot and you don't have access to air and aren't able to turn the heat below around 70 Fahrenheit (and it's only fall, not winter), bar staff wasn't very friendly, we didn't ask for cleaning, specifically said we didn't want it, and someone still walked into our room the first day, terrace tables shown in the ads for the hotel are part of the spa and you can't access them if you don't want to pay, should be clear before hand. We had a good stay here, would say the biggest thing was the room heat issue and we'd wake up sweating each night and have trouble getting back to sleep. But hotel has no major issues, would just expect a little bit more in these areas for the price!

Beware, the pool that is prominently promoted on their site is not included in the room. I booked it for the fun sounding extras, but these are all $$$ extras. They do not service the rooms. Your stay is in your bedding and towels without a refresh. We had a family room to share 2 towels. On the plus side, the room was quite spacious. The breakfast is big and hearty, and the overall public atmosphere is somewhat Disney-ish, complete with smoke essence. I've stayed at Hobo across the street and it is a bit nicer, both promoting the hip camper experience. Location for both is great.

Really great location. Check in had a crazyyy long line but they got through it fairly quickly. Breakfast was also super busy and kind of a madhouse. But the room was nice and comfy :)

Prime location, super cute hotel with nice staff and fun daily hosted events; bike tour, walking tour and rooftop bar with an infinity pool (extra fee for the pool). You can rent a bike for 50 SEK ($5.30 USD) for four hours. We rented the bikes and 4 hours is plenty of time to explore the area. They also offer yoga and have a lil cinema in the back. Complimentary breakfast buffet..no smoked/peppered fish. They do have vegetarian/vegan options (oatmilk, almond milk, vegan cream cheese, fruits, veggies..). The rooms are clean, modern and really spacious. The ac didn't work too well but overall, a nice hotel!

Enjoyed our visit here in October 2019 - would highly recommend! Pros: 1. Location - We walked from the Central Station (~7 minutes) on arrival and never needed to take public transportation or taxis during our stay. Everything was within a 25 minute walk for us. 2. Great breakfast - Large breakfast buffet with many organic options and options for different dietary restrictions. Everything from pancakes and waffles to scrambled eggs to a yogurt bar to fresh fruit and cold cuts. I was amazed at the different vegan and gluten free options available to those who needed them. The food was also constantly being restocked. 3. Consistent wifi 4. Comfortable, clean rooms, including beds and pillows - This room was on the larger side of rooms we've stayed at in Europe and had a window seat for resting, plus a fridge and safe. 5. Sustainability efforts: The hotel is very into being green. There were signs all over describing their efforts and asking guests to participate. Example: Guest rooms are not cleaned daily unless guests ask (no extra charge). 6. Activities - We didn't participate in any of the offered activities (city walks, bike rides, etc..) but had we stayed longer we may have! Cons: 1. Breakfast can get very crowded at peak times. 2. You have to re-login to their wifi every 12 hours.

Absolutely beautiful and trendy hotel! I travel to Stockholm quite often and this is always my go to hotel. The lobby is huge and cozy at the same time, they have a gigantic hammock that is on the roof of the lobby that you can lay in to relax. The breakfast is absolutely insane, there's no less than 400 options of things to eat, including multiple waffle makers. The rooms are very spacious for Sweden, and they are really nicely decorated. Most rooms have windows and a window lounge. The hotel dinner restaurant is delicious, have eaten here a few times and always enjoyed the beyond burger. The staff are incredibly nice! I've had a few odd things here and there and whenever I needed some help they've been more than accommodating and just so nice. Definitely recommend this over the other hotels in the area (hobo, nobis, Sheraton)

This hotel is what happens when you combine the aesthetics of an A Loft hotel with the social/activities oriented vibe of a hostel and throw in a massive breakfast buffet. Clean, modern rooms with all the amenities, a nice nook in the room for reading, expansive breakfast buffet included, young friendly staff working the desks, daily activities scheduled by or suggested by the hotel, bikes and kayaks for rental, a movie room for movie nights, a net for lounging, ping pong tables on each floor, nooks in the lobby for lounging/working/socializing, etc. Despite all the activities, it's not too loud in the rooms, at least not on the upper floors where we were at. All this for a relatively reasonable price, especially given the great location. It's right next to the central station and downtown walking areas. A few things we didn't like: our room had a scent that smelled like incense and the thermostat in the room wasn't super responsive and the room felt too warm. We were told breakfast started at 6:30am when we checked in, it was written as 6:30am in the information in our room, but on the day we were leaving to catch a 9am international flight, we were told breakfast was at 7am. Even though breakfast looked mostly set up by 6:40am, we weren't allowed to get any food. The best they could do was to give us a couple of bananas. Several other people were waiting for breakfast also since they also thought it started before 7am so there clearly was a huge communication issue with the timing of breakfast.

Great location, very clean hotel. My childern loved the hotel so much, an addition to the game room and suspended Net above the lounge area. If I ever return to Sweden, I will stay at the Camper. Con: Front desk could be a bit more pleasant. I use to work at a Hostel in New York- so I get how rough days and checking in several clients in and out while handling numerous questions can be annoying. However the two female receptionist I dealt with were all bland. Before I checked-in, I reserved a date for their spa department. The female front desk agent tells me I can pay now for it during check-in. I tell her no problem, then suddenly she switches to Swedish directing her comment to what I will assume is the Manager. All of a sudden there is all this unnecessary commotion on if I am to pay for the spa services now or later. The assumed manager tells me, I can pay at the spa [day of] and I reply that I don't. care, your agent was the one who initiated this conversation. 2nd encounter with another bland female receptionist: A couple days later, due to the weather, I inquire with front desk if I can cancel my spa reservation because I may not have time and my boys want to go ice skating. She continues to stress that only Hotel guests can cancel a spa reservation. Am I a hotel guest? I'm like...I just told you my room number and I made the reservation prior to even arriving. Perhaps it was a language issue. But she could not understand that I was a guest there. Either way if front desk management could train some of their front desk staff not to speak a different language in front of a guest and to actually smile, it would be better.

This hotel is great. Absolutely fabulous. The rooms are beautiful, the staff is super friendly, we checked in with a young girl named Julia who was awesome. The breakfast is incredible. Worth the 2 minute seating wait. Buffet style of everything and anything. The rooms are newly renovated, the beds are comfy, the interior is chic and comforting and the location is great. Would definitely come back !!

It is over 3 years since our stay at Camper, and the wide and I still talk about this place. The vibe of the hotel, staff, restaurant and rooms were all cohesive and amazing. Restaurant on the main lobby had drinks and food to die for. We had the cauliflower plate, amazing. Location was close to everywhere we were going. Staff were super helpful and kind. The rooms were comfy and cool. Made me want to knock down my house and have them style my place for me. If we ever come back to Stockholm, we are coming back here.

Newly renovated and launched hotel in heart of downtown. Just opened in September 2017 so it's 3 months new. Sleek stylish and modern. They've got a restaurant, lounge, bar/club and tons of interesting amenities downstairs. Large rooms, clean modern bathrooms and a comfy bed. Fairly good price performance value for an expensive city like stockholm. Near Central station, retail and many other things

Glamping in the City A unique concept within the Boutique Hotel world, Downtown Camper is like a hotel version of Glamping with it's camping inspired modern design. The first thing you notice are the textures when you walk in; wood surfaces, moss covered columns, leather and wool textiles, netted ceilings for lounging and kayaks and fireplaces strewn about. There was a charcuterie platter waiting for us in the room and all kinds of helpful information about navigating the city. Our first stop was Nest - the bar on the top floor. Anton started us with some creative cocktails and we stayed for a few more both to try new concoctions but also to chat with such a fun person. The breakfast buffet is quite an affair - with jubilant staff winding through the inventive space thronged with guests. It had a variety of deliciousness and a fun energy. Creative, vibrant, and quirky - Downtown Camper is a centrally located hub of cool.

Love, love, love this hotel. Sure, it's a little too twee with the barber in the lobby and giant rope hammock to hang out in, but the room we had was much larger than I expected with a window seat to people-watch. Like the largest room in which we stayed in Scandinavia and reasonably priced, too. The buffet breakfast in the morning, as well as the bars/lounges make this an excellent starting point to explore Stockholm--everything is within walking distance.

This hotel is beautiful but be careful of checking in. We went early and understood that we could not get a room right away but they had us fill out the paperwork and said when it is time to check in we could probably just get the keys and not stand in a line. So we did just that. We filled out all of the paperwork and left for a tour of the city. When we came back 5 min before check in, We were not allowed to check in and when we came back after another 15 min, the line was out the door. Went to a manager and said nothing they can do. Now we have yo wait in a very long line. I don't like posting reviews but I feel that if you tell a customer one thing and then do not honor what is said, it is a big fail. I would have been fine standing in line and waiting my turn if I was not told otherwise. Other than that it is very beautiful and right in the middle of everything which is a big plus.

Rude front desk staff. No room service at night. No water in room have to buy it at reception ! Never been talked to so condescendingly in :30yrs of travel. Stay away if you want service. Here with a group of 21 rooms. Will never be back !

First time at this hotel and I must say it's really beautiful. Lest call it a fun interior with a twist. Testing out the rooftop spa and it's a beauty! Will be back!

Absolutely beautiful layout for outdoor lovers. A campsite in the heart of the city. Very family friendly and a relaxing stay. Restaurant and buffet: both excellent service and great options for all diets. Paleo/vegan/vegetarian options are superb. Family's favorite stop in Scandinavia.

Nice hotel in the center of Stockholm. Rooms are small, but smartly furnished. We stayed for three days in total. What we liked: - nice alternative to standard hotels - relaxed, modern atmosphere - nice breakfast buffet What we didn't like: - I prefer a cleaned room without actively asking for it the evening before (it looks like the hotel is trying to patronize its customers for the sake of saving the world (and personnel cost)) - even if the room is not cleaned, it would be nice to have the trash emptied without asking (that gets really bad after 2 days with organic trash) - there is a tipping point of people density when things get stressful at the breakfast buffet and it may take 15+ min to get back to your table, crew seemed overwhelmed

Hotel is in a great location of Stockholm, however, lots of construction going on outside. Room are quiet but not a lot of lights. Rooms are very dark and strangely designed. First hotel I have been to that has no facial tissues in room. Buffet breakfast pretty good and lasts from 7 till noon. You need to pay to swim in the pool. You can rent free bicycle while they last.

We loved staying at this hotel. We arrived early and asked if we could check-in. We got lucky! The room was ready. I've never stayed at a hotel that had such great themed décor. The location was close to just about every where we wanted to go. The breakfast is the best free hotel breakfast I've ever had. I can't say enough good things about this hotel.

What a cool hotel. So stylish, so cool. It's not just a hotel - it's a concept! Room is equipped very stylish, lots of cool ideas, breakfast is absolutely huge with lots of different stuff. Personal very very friendly and helpful. And my first hotel, in wich I could not hear anything from the surrounding people. What is really really bad (and does not fit to the stylish concept) is WIFI! Slow, buggy, unstable, that was just a shame! But besides that, a really super cool hotel!

Great location, great decor and a sick Model X out in the front. Rooms are nice and I even heard a maid belting out some tunes which was great listening to. Food at downstairs restaurant was spectacular - surprisingly filling despite the small portions. Would come again

This place had the most amazing breakfast. So many choices it was hard to pick every day. The ginger breakfast shots were awesome. Rooms are nice and clean. Always had a good night sleep with comfortable bed. Our room had a window seat that was run to sit and relax. Great 9th floor bar to grab a drink and see Stockholm from a great view. Do the net relaxation at 5 pm daily!

My family and I arrived yesterday evening and are astonished at how nice the Downtown Camper is! Everything is modern and designed with a rustic outdoors theme. There's a large theater room and conference rooms in the lobby for guests to use. The restaurant is fantastic and serves a great selection of local fare. Our room has a large king bed and two small pull-out beds that are perfect for small kids. Everything is clean and well polished. It's a short walk to Gamla Stan and other main attractions in Stockholm, but not so far that you'd notice. I look forward to staying here again!

We have to cancel our reservation due to covid19 related travel restrictions. We're legally not allowed to enter the country (non EU citizens) and our flights were cancelled. We called the hotel to request a refund and they refused to give us a refund. These hotel operators are scumbags, and this is very telling about how they view their customers - as suckers to be taken advantage of during a global pandemic. Shame on you Scandic - I never cared about your brand in the past, but I will definitely avoid you in the future.

Why is their Nest, a gorgeous outdoor patio/pool area/bar not open over the weekend? I get it is the Midsummer holiday, but this is an alluring aspect of the hotel and it's busy here. Seems like it should be a priority to have open for guests. Disappointing to miss out of the beautiful Swedish summer evenings here.

Not baby-friendly! Young parents beware! Stockholm has a lot of really nice, equally well-situated hotels in this price range, but what sold camper for us was their website's advertising of its magnificent rooftop patio/bar. Perfect for exhausted young parents who want to enjoy the end of their night soaking in a great view while only having to wander a few steps from their room to get it. So you can imagine our disappointment when my wife and sleeping baby and I were denied access to this rooftop. New rule taped up- nobody under 16 allowed. Shockingly, this new rule extends beyond the usual noisy children/teens to include sleeping infants. So we spent our 2 nights in stockholm in a tiny hotel room watching bad cable TV. Understandably, this is not as big a deal for some travelers, but for us, vacations are very expensive and we won't be able to see stockholm again for quite awhile. When we only have a couple of nights somewhere, we really treasure that time. This is what we were excited about, it's what was advertised, and it's what we paid for. We have no other reason to have chosen this hotel over the more luxurious and spacious hotels in this area in the same price range. The other guests we met with a baby seemed to have the same sentiment, so hopefully this is helpful to others in our situation. Our experience obviously doesn't apply to people in other life situations. Single, outdoorsy people would probably like it. Aside from the issue of parents with infants not getting what they paid for, this place is relatively tasteful, albeit ham-fisted in its camping motif. Location is great. Breakfast is nice. Staff is friendly. But the rooms are tiny, and without the rooftop, it's no better than any $175/night 3.5 star place.

Unable/Unwilling to accommodate early check-in for international travelers. Fine for locals, but due to flight time restrictions to arrive in Stockholm for direct flights from The United States, plan on waiting until after 1500 to have access to your accommodations.

We stayed here for six nights in June and had a good experience. The room was a decent size, with a nice window nook to nap and read. Beds were super comfy and room was nicely appointed. Great breakfast, although if you go at peak hours it is extremely crowded. Only a few cons: our shower was quite leaky due to the design (only half door), they don't do a full cleaning even if you request it, and if you stay on a lower floor facing the mall, you will get some street noise. But the location and ambiance are so good that we would probably do it again.

Sitting in the lobby at 1 PM. Was told that our room was ready but if we wanted access to the room before 3, we would have to pay a $15 fee. At $250/night this seemed unwarranted and inhospitable. Last time we'll stay here.

Our stay in Stockholm at Downtown Camper was terrific. The hotel was centrally located, so walking to many of the most interesting places was a breeze, and local transportation by metro, taxi, or boat was very convenient. The rooms are small, but charming and cozy, and the fabulous fresh breakfast that was included in our package was well worth the price. But, most of all, the service was 5-star. My daughter and I received amazing -- and very kind -- help from concierges Malin, Kristian, and Ted. They, and all the other staff at the hotel, were just wonderful. There is no question that we will stay at the Downtown Camper on our next visit to Stockholm.