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Hotell Carl Friman

3.0 star property
Hotel in Motala with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Lobby lounge
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Akasialiden 22, Motala, Östergötlands län, 591 35
  • Place, Charlottenborgsbron Göta kanal
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Motala Motormuseum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Charlottenborg Manor
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Linkoping (LPI-Saab)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Motala

Hotell Carl Friman places you next to Göta Canal and within a 10-minute walk of Charlottenborgsbron Göta kanal. This 3-star hotel has 18 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Charlottenborgsbron Göta kanal - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Motala Motormuseum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Charlottenborg Manor - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Motala Gokart - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Motala Industrimuseum - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Motala Station - 3 min walk
  • Linkoping (LPI-Saab) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack’s Burger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ubbes Bageri AB - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Berggrens öltapp och mat - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ströget - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurang Nostalgi - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotell Carl Friman

Hotel in Motala with free breakfast and a restaurant
Hotell Carl Friman features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, a TV in a common area, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and plasma TVs. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and hair dryers are other standard amenities.
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

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fitness classes
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 46 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for SEK 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • 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

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: SEK 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Hotell Carl Friman Hotel
Hotell Carl Friman Motala
Hotell Carl Friman Hotel Motala

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotell Carl Friman?

Hotell Carl Friman offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Hotell Carl Friman?

This hotel in Motala is within a 10-minute walk of Göta Canal and Charlottenborgsbron Göta kanal. You'll also find Motala Motormuseum and Charlottenborg Manor less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotell Carl Friman?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotell Carl Friman have a casino at the property?

No, Hotell Carl Friman doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotell Carl Friman?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotell Carl Friman good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and free breakfast at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Hotell Carl Friman?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotell Carl Friman feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotell Carl Friman serves free buffet breakfast on weekday mornings from its restaurant.

Will Hotell Carl Friman allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotell Carl Friman for a fee of SEK 150 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotell Carl Friman?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Hotell Carl Friman?

The closest major airport to Hotell Carl Friman is Linkoping (LPI-Saab), which is about 23.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotell Carl Friman?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotell Carl Friman.

Hotell Carl Friman Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 527 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 527 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 527 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 527 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 527 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Owners were special, family owned small hotel. No elevator
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Great atmosphere & breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service

Great customer service

For some reason they had the wrong booking for us (single jnstead of double), but were excellent in finding us alternative accommodatio
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Anghella

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Finn

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

BEST recommendations

The hotel is new renovated, all in great conditions and with a very nice atmosphere and very service oriented staff, and their burgers are EXCELLENT :-).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nyrenoverat och fräscht. Trevlig personal
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gunnar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stort och bra rum. Bra frukost. Trevlig miljö med äldre tillvaratagna inventarier.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trevligt bemötande
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anders

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

10/10 Excellent

Sigmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dere må jo oppgi hvilket overnattingssted dere vil ha en vurdering av!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Ok frukost
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

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

6/10 Okay

Alf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

otto

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Frukosten var bra, supergod äggröra. Men städningen på rummet var inte alls bra. Känns som att man hade slarvat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mats

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra litet ställe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustav

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ronnie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Vet ej
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ingela

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025