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Scandic Klarälven

Property class: 3

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An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled flooring and stone walls.
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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with various icons.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Sandbäcksgatan 6, Karlstad, 653 40
  • Place, Sandgrund Lars Lerin
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Karlstad Congress Culture Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Karlstad Cathedral
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Karlstad (KSD)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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

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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
(75 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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

About the neighborhood

Karlstad

Scandic Klarälven places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like Karlstad Cathedral and Sandgrund Lars Lerin. This 143-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Wermland Opera - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sandgrund Lars Lerin - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Karlstad Congress Culture Centre - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Karlstad Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Varmlands Museum - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bishop's Arms - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Scandic Winn Breakfast Hall - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spicy Hot - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Brasseriet - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Scandic Klarälven

At Scandic Klarälven, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include hair dryers, phones, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Köksbaren

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,744 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

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

  • This property welcomes pets for SEK 200 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
  • 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 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 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
  • 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 free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

Is a free cancellation option available at Scandic Klarälven?

Scandic Klarälven provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Klarälven?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Klarälven on Nov 15, 2026 start from $91, 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 is there to do near Scandic Klarälven?

This hotel in Karlstad is within a 10-minute walk of Vänern and Brigadmuseum. You'll also find Sandgrund Lars Lerin and Karlstad Congress Culture Centre within a short drive.

Does Scandic Klarälven feature a casino on the premises?

No, Scandic Klarälven doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scandic Klarälven?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Does Scandic Klarälven have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Scandic Klarälven serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Köksbaren.

Does Scandic Klarälven allow pets to stay for free?

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

Where is the closest airport to Scandic Klarälven?

The closest major airport to Scandic Klarälven is Karlstad (KSD), which is 11.4 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Scandic Klarälven Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean lovely view over lake. Helpful staff Good breakfast plenty of choice Location was about 20 min walk from centre but had a nice location by lake.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is free and convenient
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A stay of necessity, a pretty tired and unimpressive building, but rooms were relatively clean, washrooms fresh. Rooms felt small and cramped. The hotel was clean, and suitable for a stay on the road, but more could be done. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately no AC in the room. This weekend was very warm, so temperature in the room was high.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Check in 4 pm? And charging 20 € if you need to get in an hour early to dress for a wedding or party? It just seems cheap and disrespectful. Not a great start to a less than perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

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

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

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

6/10 Okay

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

6/10 Okay

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

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

8/10 Good

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness

Helt ok

Helt ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025