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Scandic Klarälven

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Karlstad Cathedral

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A covered outdoor deck with wicker furniture, a table, and potted plants.
A modern building with a glass facade, located near a body of water.
A restaurant with long tables, booths, and hanging pendant lights.
A bar area with multiple stools, a counter with various bottles, and a sign indicating a reduced head fee.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled flooring and stone walls.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Sandbäcksgatan 6, Karlstad, 653 40
  • Place, Sandgrund Lars Lerin
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Karlstad Congress Culture Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Löfbergs Arena
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Karlstad (KSD)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two purple pillows, a wooden headboard, and a wall mural.

Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted lamp, and a shelf with a teddy bear.

Family Room (Four)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a mural on the wall.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(72 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a mural, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (Superior)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Murphy Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Queen

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a mural on the wall, and a window with a view.

Family Superior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Karlstad

On boardwalk/promenade.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Karlstad hotel, you'll find Karlstad Cathedral and Sandgrund Lars Lerin. Varmlands Museum and Karlstad Congress Culture Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sandgrund Lars Lerin - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Karlstad Congress Culture Centre - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Karlstad Cathedral - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Varmlands Museum - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Löfbergs Arena - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Karlstad Central Station - 4 min drive
  • Karlstad (KSD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪fresco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bishop's Arms - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brasseriet - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Guldapan - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Scandic Klarälven

3-star hotel near Karlstad Cathedral
Scandic Klarälven offers its guests an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1744 square feet (162 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the business-friendly Scandic Klarälven. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Karlstad hotel is smoke free.

  • 143 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1744 sq ft of conference space
  • 162 sq m of conference space
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Scandic Klarälven offers 143 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; SEK 179 to 305 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (37 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: SEK 150
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: SEK 250

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: SEK 200 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately SEK 179 to 305 per person
  • Pet fee: SEK 200 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: SEK 150 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: SEK 250 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Klarälven
Klarälven Scandic
Scandic Klarälven
Scandic Klarälven Hotel
Scandic Klarälven Hotel Karlstad
Scandic Klaralven Karlstad
Scandic Klarälven Karlstad
Scandic Klarälven Hotel
Scandic Klarälven Karlstad
Scandic Klarälven Hotel Karlstad

Frequently asked questions

How close is Scandic Klarälven to the airport?

Scandic Klarälven is 11.4 mi (16-min drive) away from the Karlstad (KSD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Klarälven?

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Klarälven on Sep 6, 2026 start from $97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Scandic Klarälven have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Scandic Klarälven.

How close is Scandic Klarälven to the beach?

This hotel is 3 mi (5-min drive) from Kroppkärrsbadet and 9.3 mi (12-min drive) from Kungsnäs badplats. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Scandic Klarälven offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Scandic Klarälven, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between SEK 179 and 305 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Scandic Klarälven?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Scandic Klarälven?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs SEK 150 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Scandic Klarälven?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Scandic Klarälven have a pool?

Scandic Klarälven features an indoor pool.

Does Scandic Klarälven have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Scandic Klarälven have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Scandic Klarälven to downtown Karlstad?

Scandic Klarälven is 0.8 mi away from Karlstad.

Scandic Klarälven Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 434 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 386 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1026 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Morten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for money and excellent dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joakim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delicious breakfast!

What a lovely hotel! Can’t fault it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ingegerd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice and clean and soap/conditioner was vero good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Long walk to room, but hotel was nice. Good buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Narayanan

Hotel cleaning need to be improved
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lina

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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Edward

Hotels are getting greedy and Scandic is no exception. Pushing in-checking to 4 PM and charging significantly, per room, to get into a room an hour early! That should be illegal! And closing breakfast at 10 AM on a Sunday morning? Shame on you! What happened to hospitality?
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Birgitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was bigger than other hotels we stayed at in Scandinavia. Clean with nice shower. Breakfast was very good and staff were friendly. There was plenty of parking which was not the case at other hotels. Short walk to town center.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Renate V H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy to get there from the highway and lovely quick walk to the city. The restaurant was unfortunately closed, the pool was rather small but it was very clean with welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room for children messy and overcrowded
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Øystein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Helt ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fredrik

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Ok för en natt

Absolutely ok room, comfortable bed. Boring view of a hotel wing. Dirty worn bathroom, really nice breakfast, lovely view of the river
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Greta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was well cleaned. In spite of that it was a superior room, there was only one chair in this 2-bed room. In the lobby there was only very low chairs/sofas so that an older/retired person had to stand and could not sit anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abdallah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice area and safe and clean. It is relatively old hotel. We got a room very far from the front desk which is inconvenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Torgny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
r
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lars-Inge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Niklas

Liked: Cleanliness
Small room for four people. Even though cleanliness was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Terje

Liked: Cleanliness

Helt ok

Helt ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Asmund

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very dirty room .. Bad smell . Like urin from a cat
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026