Hostel STF af Chapman & Skeppsholmen, Stockholm
Expert reviews
“The af Chapman is a storied vessel that has done plenty of travelling of its own. It’s anchored in a superb location, swaying gently off Skeppsholmen. Bunks are in dorms below deck. Apart from showers and toilets, all facilities are on dry land in the Skeppsholmen hostel.”
What guests liked
- Amazing views
- Friendly staff
- Beautiful building
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
This fine establishment is located on 8 Flaggmansvagen in the city of Stockholm where it provides lush and stylish accommodation options for tourists and travelers in the city. The hotel is excellently located near several places of interest and landmarks in the city which makes it a favorite among visitors in Stockholm.
The hotel is split into two unique entities; a late 1800s ship called Af Chapman and a former navy barracks called Hantverkshuset. The two offer unique characteristics that make the hotel attractive and fascinating to guests.
The STF af Chapman & Skeppsholmen Hotel offers chic dorm-room room options such as Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm Room, Bed in 17-Bed Mixed Dorm Room and Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm Cabin which are fitted with needed amenities for a comfortable stay.
Other room options such as Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom, Quadruple Cabin with Shared Bathroom, Twin Room with Shared Bathroom and Single Room with Shared Bathroom.
Moderna Museum is located near the hotel while the popular East Asia Museum is within a short walking distance away from the hotel.
The lounge/bar area is fully stocked with several cocktails and drinks; the ideal place for guests to relax and enjoy a drink after a long day.
The on-site hotel restaurant offers a wide variety of local cuisines, prepared from fresh ingredients and served exquisitely in a stylish and refreshing setting. Breakfast is served daily at the hotel which guests can enjoy in their rooms.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
2 January 2026
Exceptional
Perfect location for good price and great personel
1 January 2026
Great place, great location
We had a long layover on New Year's Eve so we stayed as a family of four with two teens and everything was great. Beds and room were very comfortable, the showers, bathrooms and common areas are kept very clean. Couldn't beat the location, we could just hop outside to see the fireworks at midnight and come back in to the warmth.
31 December 2025
Exceptional
Perfect location. Clean and functional. Very enjoyable
Location. Facilities
23 December 2025
Exceptional
Clean. Nice beds.
21 December 2025
Everytime i stay there, love it
Amazing place and views
18 December 2025
Great location and value!
Amazing location beautiful views. Family of five. We had our own room.
17 December 2025
A quiet island in the centre of Stockholm with panoramic views around
Perfect location: quiet place in the centre of Stockholm with panoramic views over water towards Gamla Stan on one side, and towards Djurgarden on another.
The upper dormitory is a bit dark (I stayed in a succession of rooms during my stay there).
15 December 2025
Perfect stay
This accommodation met all our expectations—and even exceeded them. It is a place where you truly feel a warm, family-like atmosphere, suitable for absolutely all generations. The hosts are relaxed, easygoing, approachable, friendly, and always available. In one word—phenomenal. There are hardly enough words to describe what this place offers. We arrived as a large group, and I can’t think of a single place where we would have felt as comfortable and welcome as we did here. We may have been a bit louder at times, but we made sure to quiet down after 10 p.m. Jokes aside, there is not a single complaint to be found. From the comfort of the beds, the sufficient number of toilets and showers, cleanliness, a kitchen where you can prepare your own meals, to cozy corners for socializing—the list of positive things is truly endless. We are endlessly grateful for the hospitality and will definitely come back again. Warm regards.
15 December 2025
Stayed there several times and there's a reason for that. It's fantastic
Unbelievable location, like staying in a rural village in the centre of Stockholm
Nothing comes to mind
14 December 2025
10/10 highly recommended
10/10. I would definitely come back. The staff was more than friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
14 December 2025
Good location
Good location, near most attractions by walking. Good breakfast and cafe. However, I lost my gloves in the lounge area in front of the counter. Although I asked the staff to check the security camera, they only revealed that the gloves had mysteriously disappeared. I can understand the need to protect customer privacy, but lost my gloves is still frustrating.
13 December 2025
All it’s beutiful
Il biliardo
9 December 2025
Really good
It was a really great value for money and excellent location. The staffs were nice as well
7 December 2025
Exceptional
The hotel was superb in every matter. The location allows to reach all places in foot. We had a simple and comfortable room with a stunning view on Gamla Stan and it's waters around. The breakfast was also very tasty with a good choice. This will ask for repetition for sure. Many thanks to the STF Skeppsholmen team!
6 December 2025
Very good
The hostel is located in an area with beautiful views and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Rooms were not very soundproof and there was no soap by the sinks of the private rooms.
29 November 2025
Exceptional
Right next to the National Gallary. Grogous views at night also.
Breakfast was good, but I will do something else next time.
25 November 2025
Exceptional
Cosy and nice place!! More like hotel not hostel!
25 November 2025
Perfect stay in the very center but away from the hustle
Perfect location! Lovely atmosphere, clean spaces, cozy room, friendly and helpful staff
I skipped the breakfast, the look of it didn’t impress me
21 November 2025
Fabulous
The breakfast option was good.And check in / check out time is enough.
11 November 2025
Clean hostel with an amazing view
İt was the most clean hostel I’ve stayed. Everything was working well and design was very usefull. Also they have cute receptionist guy I would like to meet with him if he single
İt was a little bit far from central places but we knew that before stay
30 October 2025
Fabulous
Lovely room, great view.
30 October 2025
Perfect hostel
Location, rooms, services
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28 October 2025
Exceptional
History and good price.
28 October 2025
Great location and amenities with friendly staff.
Location. Kitchen and a cafe.
26 October 2025
Very good
Location is amazingly central, just a short walk from the Gamla Stan touristic center.
The hostel dormitory I was in had no privacy: the beds were arranged like common hospital wards in old films, or military basic-training barracks. Everyone, from any point in the room, could see everyone else.
26 October 2025
Beautiful sea view
LOCATION — within 10-minute walking distance to Old Town — Uber is reasonably priced to go to sights like Vasa and ABBA museums — beautiful sea view right in front of hotel and our room window — walking trail and park nearby to enjoy nature and fall leaves CUSTOMER SERVICE — friendly staff — quick response time CONVENIENCE — FREE luggage storage before checkin and after checkout KITCHEN & DINING AREAS — fully equipped — enough tables & chairs for all guests to enjoy and relax BATHROOM — shared but clean at all times — strong shower pressure
CONVENIENCE — NO elevator! Had to carry our luggage all the way to third floor ROOM size — the room for 4 adults is cramped — hardly any space when opening our luggage CLEANLINESS — Trash cans were emptied ONLY ONCE a day. Toilet trash cans were so full that toilet paper were scattered on the floor. Kitchen trash cans should be emptied soon after breakfast and dinner when most guests are using the kitchen to cook meals. — Management staff should do a REGULAR walk-through inspection of cleanliness throughout the day
22 October 2025
Exceptional
Everything :)
Nothing :)
20 October 2025
Good value of money.
Location and environment.
Shower gel could be provided, and I really missed hair dryer.
15 October 2025
Exceptional
New bathrooms and toilets, very clean, also the rooms are nice.
The lady at the register was not very helpful with the parking advices, there is 30 minues away walking very cheap alternative (3€/day), but she proposes only parking for 60€/day.
15 October 2025
Fabulous
Convenient if location , it is do vibrant easily close to majorvtourist aztractions
I dont like the mixed dorm room in terms of comfortable and privacy .but the other point is all goods
13 October 2025
Very pleased with the accommodation
Between a hotel and a home. Very clean. There was never a rush in the showers, toilets or the kitchen. The views from the windows were great and the location was excellent!
10 October 2025
My favourite place to stay in Stockholm.
If you want the views and location of a luxury hotel with the charm of a hostel, this is your spot. Always clean and with kind and helpful staff.
Nothing.
9 October 2025
Fantastic location for little money but everything you (really) need.
I always come here, because I like the location, the view, the museum close by, the prefect area for little walks and peace. The house never disappoints. Breakfast is amazing.
7 October 2025
Exceptional
Great location with a beautiful view. Our room was clean. Staff was really helpful and nice.
6 October 2025
Fabulous
Everything is perfect!!! I will come again to this hostel.
Not at all
2 October 2025
Fabulous Stay at the STF in Skeppsholmen Stockholm, Sweden
Rooms were spotless. Breakfast was great. Excellent facilities for the money.
We were a little cold in the room. Especially on the first night. The radiator was set to 6. But, unsure if the heating is controlled from the reception area.
30 September 2025
Perfect central location with excellent value and welcoming atmosphere for couples and solo traveler
The location was absolutely perfect - right in central Stockholm with easy walking access to all the major sights. The shared amenities were clean and cozy, and the staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. Great value for money, especially considering the prime location and welcoming atmosphere.
The only minor thing was that the shared bathroom could get a bit busy during peak morning hours. However, this is totally expected and understandable in a hostel setting, and it was always kept clean.
27 September 2025
Exceptional
I loved the location most: Skeppsholmen is a virtually car-free museum island, with several museums like the Moderna Museet all located on the island within a very short walking distance from the property. Gamla Stan (the Old Town) is also a short ferry ride away (but you can walk there, too). The property is very well maintained, totally clean, and well-run with friendly staff.
24 September 2025
Excellent comfy n value for money
Everything
Nothing
17 September 2025
Nice and comfortable place.
The position is very good, in a very pleasant place, with a wonderful landscape, and at walking distance from the main attractions. Our room (for two people) was spacious, clean, and had a nice view to the harbor. Breakfast is quite good.
There are only two male WC cabins in the 2nd floor, and the were busy most of the time (although there are more in the 1st floor).
15 September 2025
Fabulous
Very clean
Noizy
14 September 2025
Lovely location, good accomodation, amazing city.
The view on departure was lovely! Handy for the city if you’re ok with a walk.
The stools weren’t amazingly comfortable but perfectly serviceable
8 September 2025
Perfect.
Everything
8 September 2025
Exceptional
Nice and clean, comfotable beds, good location.
No hair dryer
3 September 2025
Very pleaseant stay in great location
- cleanliness - location
- uncomfortable stairs
27 August 2025
Fabulous
super good location + quite clean place
it was hard to find phone charging .
26 August 2025
Very good
pleasant people, nice design, beds, quiet, the place feels cozy
I was very disappointed with the price/quality ratio of the breakfast. It is presented as something great, but in reality, the price of breakfast definitely does not match the reality—it is just a very basic breakfast table with a basic selection.
26 August 2025
The location offers easy access to central Stockholm. The facilities are those of a good hostel
Central location
25 August 2025
Exceptional
A fabulous location, with super friendly and helpful staff. It was great to be able to book bikes to see the city, and have a store to leave bags when we checked out. It was spotlessly clean.
Nothing! We had a great stay and hope to return.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Lockers
- - Invoice provided
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box (additional charge)
- - Packed lunches
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Ironing service
Activities
- - Games room
- - Billiards (additional charge)
- - Hiking
- - Cycling
- - Walking tours
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Kitchen
- - Shared kitchen
Entertainment & family services
- - Board games/puzzles
Parking
- - Street parking
- - Accessible parking
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers

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3 January 2026
Very good