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Scandic Opalen

4.0 star property

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Property amenity
Lobby
A modern lounge area with plush seating and a bar in the background.
Exterior
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Engelbrektsgatan 73, Gothenburg, 41252
  • Place, Scandinavium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nya Ullevi Stadium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Liseberg Amusement Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gothenburg (GOT-Landvetter)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Superior Twin Room

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a wall-mounted map, and a bunk bed in the background.

Quadruple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(132 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Twin Room

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Superior Twin Room (Family) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Superior Twin Room (Family)

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Plus) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and pillows, a bedside lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

King Room

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

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A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

King Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

King Superior

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Gothenburg

Located in Gothenburg City Center, Scandic Opalen is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Liseberg Amusement Park 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 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Swedish Exhibition and Congress Centre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nya Ullevi Stadium - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Liseberg Amusement Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Scandinavium Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Liseberg Station - 11 min walk
  • Landvetter Airport (GOT) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tonys Coffeebar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mercado Mexico - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Scandic Opalen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Berzelius Bar & Matsal - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Danilo Restaurang Bar & Café - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Scandic Opalen

Scandic Opalen features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. 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 business center, free use of bicycles, and a computer station.
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 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 self 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 179 to 305 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from April 7 2026 to September 30 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Recreation facilities
  • Sauna

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 179 to 305 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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 Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Opalen on Aug 30, 2026 start from $110, 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.

What can I see around Scandic Opalen?

This hotel is situated in Gothenburg City Center within a short 10-minute walk of Liseberg Amusement Park and also 8 minutes on foot from Nya Ullevi Stadium. You'll also find Scandinavium and The Avenue less than a mile away.

Is there parking available 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.

What do couples enjoy most about Scandic Opalen?

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

Does Scandic Opalen have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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 available?

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 15 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Scandic Opalen?

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

Scandic Opalen Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1099 out of 2233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 764 out of 2233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 278 out of 2233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 2233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 2233 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was veary good service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The parking space outside the hotel was extremely expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
More options at breakfast would be better
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

Liked: Amenities
Bra!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok rum
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Frank

Rent rom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nina Borgen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mattias

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Q
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Juha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All was nice; check in went fast already at 1.30 PM. But, there are no dark curtains in front of the windows in the room; how do you suppose people can sleep in the summer if already now the lights of the traffic and buildings came to the room in the winter?
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henrik

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

8/10 Good

Eva

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

10/10 Excellent

Filip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
-
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Okay hotel, not the best view on the second floor towards the back yard and also I was woken up by noise from workers in the room next to mine from changing tv screens I think. In my room the card board was left when arriving to the room..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness
.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
ok
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Anna

ok
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfekt läge om ska till Liseberg, Scandinavium eller Rondo. Tar 5min med spårvagn till centrum. Jättefin frukost med allt.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Flott!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rene rom, god frokost, hyggelig personale, sentrumsnært.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Trevlig personal, tålmodiga välomhäntertagande med barnen. (Liseberg weekend)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026