Scandic Opalen

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Nya Ullevi Stadium

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

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

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Room options

Superior Twin Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room (Family)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Quadruple Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Gothenburg

Located in Gothenburg City Center, Scandic Opalen is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Nya Ullevi Stadium and Universeum. 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
  • Universeum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Liseberg Amusement Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nordstan Shopping Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 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
  • ‪Gourmetkorv - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mr Antipasti - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alléns Minigolf - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria da Pasquale - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Scandic Opalen

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Nya Ullevi Stadium
Scandic Opalen offers a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for SEK 345 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. 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.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish, Swedish

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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 345 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • 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
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • 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.

  • Self parking fee: SEK 345 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 May 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Opalen on Jun 29, 2025 start from $114.24, 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 Nya Ullevi Stadium and Universeum. 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 345 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 amenities will couples enjoy at Scandic Opalen?

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 free buffet breakfast each morning 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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Scandic Opalen?

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

Scandic Opalen Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 845 out of 1735 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 635 out of 1735 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 1735 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1735 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1735 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mario

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Nice hotel in good location

Hotel is conveniently located near Liseberg and the bus stop for airport. 5 minute walk into the city centre. Plenty of choice for breakfast. Reception staff very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Amelia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The bathroom was dirty and had some red on the toliet seat. There was also long black hair everywhere on the floor
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sein

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it’s a decent hotel. Just warning that WiFi didn’t work at all in our room on third floor. Receptionist at the front desk basically told me ‘it is what it is’. Luckily I could use my network data in Sweden and it was a holiday not a work trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

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

Fantastic breakfast

Great location for everything in the city. Fantastic, plentiful breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

Good location especially for the stadium.

Fast and friendly check-in went very smoothly. Food was very acceptable for evening meal and breakfast. Service was good, friendly and efficient. Overall very happy with my stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

HARALD

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Fabulous breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

It was good.

The hotel looked better than expected. Check in was fast and problem free. The room was adequate and the bathroom fitted our needs. The shower was very good. We had breakfast for 3 days for which we coukd specify our arrival time. However, no one was ever there checking if we had arrived at our stated timeslot. After the first night, the middle lift broke down. For the rest of the weekend we had wait to grt up or down. I think the problem was made worse as there were lots of groups of women in pink, all going up or down at the same time. We ended up using the stairs as we arent the type to push our way in even though we had waited longer than some who didnt understand the queue concept. The staff were all nice and the breakfast team seemed very hard working. The location is very good. Really close the tram line, supermarkets and late night food. 10 minites to the train station and probably the same to Haga etc.... I would recommend if wanting something value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fab hotel lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
20 minute walk from the train station, but right next to a tram stop. Rooms were clean and not too small. Breakfast options amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was ideal for food, transportation and shopping
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ariane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this location. Close to the city and amusement park. Walked everywhere. Great breakfast on the weekends, less great on weekdays, just not as abundant. The room was so great and comfortable, there was some mold in the bathroom ceiling that could have been wiped down, but totally understandable in an older hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great service.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

gerlof

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vasileios

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and tasty spread for breakfast, which caters for everyone. Our room superior twin with the full length windows had a incredible view over the city. If you suffer from vertigo though, you may feel a bit uneasy, but you will be fine as long as you don't go right up to the windows and for me worth It for that view. The room was actually a really good sizewith a large bathroom and easily accommodates 4 using the fold out double couch. Very friendly and helpful staff. Lots of restaurants nearby and all well priced if I consider against UK prices. Hotel is near 2 tram stops which means you can get everywhere easily and tbh if you prefer walking, is also within walking distance of most places and attractions. Have to add if you are visit for the Gothia cup the location. Is central with no venue more than 30 min away and a wlaj away from stadiums and main area Also getting to and from the airport I would recommend.bookng a taxi or getting a ln Uber if you are 3 or more persons. Overall really enjoyed out trip and stay at this hotel and would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina, Roseville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024