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Scandic Karlstad City

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Karlstad Cathedral

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Lobby
Bar (on property)
A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a decorative bull figurine, a glass pitcher, and salt and pepper shakers.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a black table, and a white sofa with colorful cushions.
A circular view of a hot tub with a stone wall and tiled floor.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Drottninggatan 4, Karlstad, 652 24
  • Place, Karlstad Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Karlstad Congress Culture Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandgrund Lars Lerin
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Karlstad (KSD)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family Room (Standard)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family Room (Superior)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Without Windows)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cabin INNER

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE ECONOMY

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and sheer curtains.

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Karlstad

City center stay.Your stay at this Karlstad hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Karlstad Cathedral and Sandgrund Lars Lerin. Also, Varmlands Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Wermland Opera is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Karlstad Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Town Hall - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Karlstad Congress Culture Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sandgrund Lars Lerin - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Varmlands Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Karlstad Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Karlstad (KSD) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasseriet - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Guldapan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Joan’s - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spicy Hot - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Scandic Karlstad City

3.5-star hotel near Karlstad Cathedral
Scandic Karlstad City offers its guests a health club, a sauna, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and 5 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 161 square feet (15 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Scandic Karlstad City. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Karlstad hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 145 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 161 sq ft of conference space
  • 15 sq m of conference space
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Scandic Karlstad City offers 145 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. This Karlstad hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (SEK 225 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; SEK 179 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: SEK 200 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: SEK 225 per night
  • Pet fee: SEK 200 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. 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 in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact 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

Karlstad City Scandic
Scandic Hotel Karlstad City
Scandic Karlstad City
Scandic Karlstad City Hotel
Scandic Karlstad City Hotel
Scandic Karlstad City Karlstad
Scandic Karlstad City Hotel Karlstad

Frequently asked questions

How close is Scandic Karlstad City to the airport?

Scandic Karlstad City is 11.4 mi (18-min drive) away from the Karlstad (KSD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Karlstad City?

As of Jul 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Karlstad City on Aug 16, 2026 start from $99, 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 Karlstad City have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Scandic Karlstad City.

How close is Scandic Karlstad City to the beach?

This hotel is 1.4 mi (3-min drive) from Kroppkärrsbadet and 8.3 mi (18-min drive) from Getingberget. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Scandic Karlstad City offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Scandic Karlstad City, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of SEK 179 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Scandic Karlstad City?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Scandic Karlstad City?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Scandic Karlstad City?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for SEK 225 per night.

Does Scandic Karlstad City have a pool?

Scandic Karlstad City does not have a pool.

Does Scandic Karlstad City have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Scandic Karlstad City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Scandic Karlstad City to downtown Karlstad?

Scandic Karlstad City is 0.1 mi away from Karlstad.

Scandic Karlstad City Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 393 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ole Reinewald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time and enjoyed the very delicious breakfast buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked it was quiet and the staff helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rice

Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ANAMIKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a really good experience. They even packed us some food when we had to checkout early in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Gustav

Liked: Staff & service
.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

aleksander

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
expensive when compared to other competetive hotels near by same price
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Rune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Ricardo

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Scandic gives you rooms with no windows. In many years of business travelling never seen it before.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Mattias

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Veldig bra

Fornøyd
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Amenities
Street work challenged getting there
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kerstin

Disliked: Cleanliness
No toiletpaper
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

Odd check in process.

At check in you need to enter all your personal data on the phone again to book a breakfast time. And you do not get a time that works for you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Amalia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A sleepless summer nightmare

I stayed at this hotel during the peak of summer, and unfortunately, it was one of the most uncomfortable experiences I’ve had while traveling. **First and foremost, the air conditioning was broken**—a critical issue when temperatures were high. The room felt like a sauna, and despite people posing multiple complaints to the front desk, no effective solution was offered. To make matters worse, the hotel is located right next to a **cruising street where cars blast loud music late into the night**. The noise was relentless, and even with the windows shut (which only made the heat worse), the bass from the music kept vibrating through the walls. The hotel itself wasn’t much quieter. **Thin walls and poor soundproofing** meant I could hear everything from neighboring rooms and the hallway—doors slamming, people talking, and even footsteps above. It felt more like a party hostel than a place to rest. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a peaceful or comfortable stay, especially in the summer. Between the broken AC, the street noise, and the general lack of quiet, it was nearly impossible to get a good night’s sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Frukosten var kanon. Fanns vitlöksbrö, baconröra som jag inte tidigare varit med om att få.på frukost. Sen fanns allt det vanliga så det va toppen.. Personalen gjorde det lilla extra. Vi fick äta frukosten i ett eget rum tom och påtår från personalen. Så personalen såg verkligen till att vistelsen var kanon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Göran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mycket bra utbud.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann Iren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mye spennende på frokosten. Lite men godt utvalg. Baren var fin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Henrik

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dåligt utbud på frukosten. Saknade bland annat nån typ av delikatess ost. Rörigt och fick vänta på rena tallrikar, Slängkapporna i rummen va trasiga gav inget bra första intryck.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026