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Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens

Property class: 3.5

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A bed with white bedding, a wooden wall, and hanging light fixtures.
A lobby with a wooden table and chairs, a clock, and a large window.
A pool area with outdoor seating and a building with arched windows.
A spacious room with wooden flooring, a large potted plant, and a seating area with two chairs and a table.
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a menu board.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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Höjdgatan 3, Karlstad, 654 68
  • Place, Kroppkärrsbadet
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Horse Race Track
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Löfbergs Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Karlstad (KSD)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a white desk, a flat-screen TV, a lamp, a coffee maker, a phone, and a chair.

Economy Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(48 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(122 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Hot Tub

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a lamp.

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Hot Tub

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 3 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

A modern bathroom with a shower, a toilet, and a sink.

Standard Room, 3 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

A modern hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Bunk beds)

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

Family Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Bunk beds)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a table, and a lamp.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

A hotel room with a red armchair, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outside balcony.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a small table, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Karlstad

Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens places you next to Vänern and within a mile (2 km) of Kroppkärrsbadet. This 163-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Kroppkärrsbadet - 1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Horse Race Track - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Löfbergs Arena - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Karlstad University - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Sandgrund Lars Lerin - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Välsviken Station - 6 min drive
  • Karlstad (KSD) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stallet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Golden Star - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Napoli - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens

Guests staying at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens enjoy a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for SEK 175 per day. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club, a sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

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: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (SEK 175 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Emilia

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Health club
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1973
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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
All guests, including children age 15 and above, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for SEK 250.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for SEK 250.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: SEK 175 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: SEK 250.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: SEK 250.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from July to August.

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Sweden. This property is rated 3 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Best Western Gustaf Fröding
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotell
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotell Konferens
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotell Konferens Hotel
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotell Konferens Hotel Karlstad
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotell Konferens Karlstad
Fröding Hotell
Gustaf Fröding Hotell
Hotell Fröding
Hotell Gustaf Fröding
Karlstad Best Western
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel Konferens Karlstad
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel Konferens
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Konferens Karlstad
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Konferens
Gustaf Froding & Konferens
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens Hotel
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens Karlstad
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens Hotel Karlstad

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens?

This hotel is located in Karlstad, just steps from Vänern. You'll also find Karlstad Congress Culture Centre and Sandgrund Lars Lerin within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens?

As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens on Nov 22, 2026 start from $94, 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.

Is parking available on site at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens?

Yes, parking is offered for SEK 175 per day. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available for guests.

Does Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens have a casino?

No, Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from July until August.

Is Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens serves free breakfast at Emilia.

Will Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens?

The closest major airport to Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens is Karlstad (KSD), which is 10.8 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens?

Yes, some guestrooms at Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens offer a balcony.

Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 467 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 267 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1275 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very bland and worn down hotel right off of the highway. We needed a place to sleep to cut a long drive in half, and it suited that purpose. Breakfast was included and very decent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
compared to the prices I pay in other hotels across Europe, the room and its furniture was not reasonable the staff was very kindly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for a stop over with our dog. Only annoyance when booking via the website is that it was not clear that the room I booked was not pet-friendly and this was fixed when we arrived at the reception. The room was clean and suitable for a night's stay. We were here at the last week of June, so not too many people were there . Its convenient in that it was close off the high-way, which initially I was concerned would be noisy, but it was surprisingly quiet. Perhaps one downside is that there room had no air-conditioning, but it was equipped with fans.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Br
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
OK
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
bra
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms. Hotel was old, and facilities mostly same, pool looked nice though we did not use it. Hotel did not inform us about renovations. Hammering started 7 a clock, on top of that the motorway outside was constantly audible. According to staff, there was literally not a room we're you could not hear it constantly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Craftsmen started at 7am, knocking and drilling on the floor above. Guests started banging on the walls to each other when there was no indication that renovations were taking place. It is unprofessional of the hotel to plan the renovation at times that dont take guests into account! This is a Hotel where you expect a good nights sleep. It can be planned at other times, for example 9am-5pm, as in other hotels. I have stayed at the hotel many times and had requested a room at the end of the hallway due to slamming doors, but this was not granted even though there were very few guests at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mycket god mat både frukost och middag. Trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Mysigt att sitta vid poolen
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rummen är lite föråldrade och restaurangmenyn är mycket begränsad, men personalen är mycket vänlig.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ser ikke ut som på bildene (Var ikke rent og lå ting fra di som var der tidligere) ( så ut som mug. På bade) Når jeg bestilte så det ut som et moderne med en klassisk stil men rime eg fik så ut som eg skule bli lakt in på et gammelt sykehus hotel. Var ikke no hjelp heller hos di som jobbet der di foran meg så det same til hun bak disken og svare var bare at du Kune betale mer så Kune di få noe bedre så jeg dro å lå på et annet hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Ligger utmärkt när man skall åka vidare . Hotellet är ok men det behövs en uppdatering av underhåll. Mycket var stängt kring poolen. Pga att det skulle fixas. Fantastisk frukost . Bra laddningsstationer. Det här hotellet skulle mycket väl kunna bli mycket mer .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helt ok boende med hundar
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bestilte et rom. På bilde ved bestillingen så jeg et rom med dobbeltseng man kom til fra begge sider. Men vi fikk et rom med en 150cm seng der den ene måtte ligge inn mot vegg. Og åle seg ned til enden når man skulle ut av senga. I tillegg var det hengt opp en veggmontert lampeskjerm rett over hodeenden av senga. Den stanga man i når man snudde seg i løpet av natten. Helt idiotisk plassering. Dette var ikke billigste rom da jeg bestilte. Jeg mener jeg bestilte et standard rom. Men da jeg etterspurte dette i resepsjonen var tilbakemeldingen at jeg hadde bestilt det billigste rom . Resepsjonisten var ikke tilstede da jeg kom ned for å ta opp saken. Det tok litt tid før vedkommende dukket opp. Jeg opplevde ikke den hotellansatte som hyggelig. I tillegg hadde vi støy fra E 18 rett utenfor rommet. Rommet var veldig varmt så vi måtte ha vinduet oppe. Fant ingen sted å regulere ventilasjon uten å åpne vinduet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Ok.......................
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastisk personal i receptionen
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Veldig fornøyd med alt på hotellet. Hyggelig betjening, veldig god frokost med stort utvalg, rent på rom og ikke minst flott basseng.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rummet saknade ventilation och fläkten som stod där var trasig. Golventilen i duschen hade lossnat med risk för fotskador. Kuddarna hade någon konstig storlek och var knöliga.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Man får vad man betalar för, valde ett av de billigare rummen, taskig ventilation, mycket buller från motorvägen, badrummet gav lite sjukhuskänsla. Ikeasängarna ok. De som rengör rummen borde bli bättre på att kassera trasiga glas, 2 av 4 glas hade skador med vassa kanter med risk för skador, inte ok enligt mig. Frukost ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026