Breakfast Afloat? The Red Boat Mälaren by Old Town · 29% - Shit
The Red Boat Mälaren

Stockholm · Sweden

The Red Boat Mälaren

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29% SHIT
High confidence 4,755 reviews
Could still be good with enough luck and social skills, but not inherently social

Water views and easy access to Södermalm, the central station and metro suit a short city stay; rooms are compact and noise travels easily.

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The Red Boat Mälaren is a compact place on an actual boat, with a strong sense of novelty and a very central Stockholm location. Gamla Stan, Södermalm, the central station, and the metro are all within easy reach, and the water views are part of the stay. Staff are friendly and helpful, and the place is generally clean. Breakfast is available and can be substantial, and luggage storage is available. Rooms are often small and basic, and the boat can feel cramped and old-fashioned. Noise can travel easily between rooms and from outside, and the bathrooms and showers can feel tight when it is busy.

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  • Rooms can be small and cramped. 3 mentions Last mentioned Jul 23, 2024
  • Noise travels easily between rooms and from outside. 3 mentions Last mentioned Mar 21, 2026
  • Bathrooms and showers can feel limited at busy times. 3 mentions Last mentioned Jul 23, 2024
  • Some rooms are dated and may need a touch-up. 3 mentions Last mentioned Apr 25, 2026
  • Some rooms can feel warm, cold, or stuffy depending on the season. 3 mentions Last mentioned Jan 26, 2026
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👕 Laundry 🅿️ Parking 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍺 Bar 🍳 Breakfast
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Bicycle Parking Luggage Storage Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange Wi-Fi Restaurant Meals Available Linen Included Towels Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Luggage Storage Hot Showers