Scandic Opalen

4.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, a short walk to The Avenue

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Scandinavian cuisine
Property amenity
Property amenity
Exterior
Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Engelbrektsgatan 73, Gothenburg, 41252
  • Nya Ullevi Stadium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • The Avenue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Liseberg Amusement Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Gothenburg (GOT-Landvetter)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(89 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(121 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room (Family)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Plus)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Quadruple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(104 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

Superior King Plus

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Gothenburg

Located in Gothenburg City Center, Scandic Opalen is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as The Avenue and Nya Ullevi Stadium. This 354-room, 4-star hotel has free in-room WiFi along with a gym and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Scandinavium - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nya Ullevi Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Universeum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Liseberg Amusement Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Scandinavium Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Liseberg Station - 12 min walk
  • Landvetter Airport (GOT) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lasse på Heden - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Samui Thai Express Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mercado Mexico - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jesper På Hörnet - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Scandic Opalen

Hotel with a sauna, a short walk to The Avenue
Scandic Opalen offers a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for SEK 375 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a conference center, a business center, and free use of bicycles.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, safes, and ironing boards are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (SEK 375 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; SEK 229 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1963
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • 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 200
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 200

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for SEK 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately SEK 229 per person
  • Self parking fee: SEK 375 per day
  • Pet fee: SEK 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: SEK 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: SEK 200 (subject to availability)

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Opalen
Opalen Scandic
Scandic Opalen
Scandic Opalen Gothenburg
Scandic Opalen Hotel
Scandic Opalen Hotel Gothenburg
Scandic Opalen Hotel
Scandic Opalen Gothenburg
Scandic Opalen Hotel Gothenburg

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Scandic Opalen?

Scandic Opalen provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Opalen?

As of Sep 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Opalen on Sep 23, 2025 start from $119.76, excluding 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.

What can I see around Scandic Opalen?

This hotel is situated in Gothenburg City Center within a 10-minute walk of The Avenue and Nya Ullevi Stadium. You'll also find Liseberg Amusement Park and Nordstan Shopping Center less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Scandic Opalen?

Yes, parking is offered for SEK 375 per day.

Does Scandic Opalen have a casino at the property?

No, Scandic Opalen doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scandic Opalen?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Scandic Opalen a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include bathrobes.

Does Scandic Opalen have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Scandic Opalen have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Scandic Opalen serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Scandic Opalen allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Scandic Opalen for a fee of SEK 200 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Scandic Opalen have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Scandic Opalen?

The closest major airport to Scandic Opalen is Landvetter Airport (GOT), which is 14.7 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Scandic Opalen?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Scandic Opalen.