At Scandic Klarälven, a warm welcome awaits near Varmlands Museum and Karlstad Congress Culture Centre. Unwind with a delicious breakfast buffet, dry cleaning services, or rejuvenate in the sauna. Guests praise the helpful staff.
Karlstad Congress Culture Centre - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Karlstad Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Varmlands Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Löfbergs Arena - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Karlstad (KSD) - 16 min drive
Välsviken Station - 7 min drive
Väse Station - 17 min drive
Karlstad Central Station - 21 min walk
Restaurants
Allé Grillen - 3 min drive
Circle K - 3 min drive
Hygge
Guldapan
Funky Taco - 9 min walk
About this property
Scandic Klarälven
Located near a train station, Scandic Klarälven is a great choice for a stay in Karlstad. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Köksbaren, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a health club, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
143 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Köksbaren - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately SEK 179 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of SEK 150 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of SEK 250 (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
Dining venue(s)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of SEK 200 per accommodation, per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does Scandic Klarälven offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Scandic Klarälven does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Scandic Klarälven?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Scandic Klarälven?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of SEK 200 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Scandic Klarälven?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Scandic Klarälven?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of SEK 150 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of SEK 250 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Scandic Klarälven and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and kayaking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Scandic Klarälven?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Köksbaren.
What's the area around Scandic Klarälven like?
Scandic Klarälven is located on the boardwalk/promenade, a short 1-minute walk from Vänern and 20 minutes' walk from Karlstad Cathedral.
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Scandic Klarälven Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The breakfast buffet was plentiful and delicious with many good choices. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Trevlig personal och rent
Rent och fräscht, jättetrevlig personal över hela hotellet. Alla var mycket service minded
Evelina
Evelina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
Bra hotel med trevlig personal och god frukost.
Gunnar
Gunnar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Rummet lite trångt annars ok
Annelie
Annelie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2025
Jättebra hotell
Jättefint och barnvänligt hotell! Fin frukost ⭐️ och bra pool!!
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2025
Faniljeresa
Lite grundligare städning på rummen vore bra
Patrik
Patrik, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2025
Fint läge
Tycker det var bra, god frukost med mycket att välja på. Fin uteplats.
Rummet var rent o fint.
Det jag saknade var en plattare kudde, gillar inte att ha högt under huvudet när jag ska sova.
Lite lyhört ( smälldes i dörrar).
Maud
Maud, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Guldställe
Mycket trevlig personal! Rakt av! Väldigt bra frukost och restaurangen levererade även kvällstid.
Sköna sängar. Men avsaknaden av aircondition blev tydlig när det var 30 grader i skuggan. Mycket varmt på rummet.
Vore det möjligt att sätta kortläsare på dörrarna längst bort från receptionen så skulle det förenkla väldigt mycket. Vi hade en del tung packning som vi var tvungna att ha med på dagarna och vi hade rum längst bort från receptionen.
Men vistelsen var kanon! Kommer definitivt välja detta hotell igen. Detta mycket tack vare den fantastiska personalen.
Magnus
Magnus, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 19, 2025
Imøtekommende og serviceinnstilt personale
Personalet var både imøtekommende og serviceinnstilt når jeg og mitt barnebarn hadde en overnatting. Det er ikke det mest familievennlige hotellet i Scandic kjeden, da dette nok er et konferanse og ukependler hotell.
Valget av hotellet ble gjort fordi det hadde innendørsbasseng, som vi benyttet. Et minus er at bassenget er åpent fra 12.00 til 22.00. I utgangspunktet kan ikke bassenget benyttes før utsjekk.
På andre hotell er det mulighet for morgenbad, kanskje noe å tenke på her også .og heller holde bassenget stengt fra kl 12.00 til 16.00.
Takket være en velinnstilt resepsjonist, fikk 6 åringen muligheten til å bade etter utsjekk og før avreise. Det førte til en glad 6 åring som rangerte hotellet til 4 av 5 stjerner.
maria
maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 16, 2025
Linus
Linus, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 15, 2025
Bjorn
Bjorn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Oscar
Oscar, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Jens
Jens, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 11, 2025
Lennart
Lennart, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Kjetil
Kjetil, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 7, 2025
Anna
Anna, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 3, 2025
Ingela
Ingela, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 3, 2025
Detta är ett toppenhotell och läget är otroligt bra samt fantastik utsikt över klarälven. Personal både i reception samt restaurang var underbara. det enda vi saknade var ett litet kylskåp på rummet
Lise-lotte
Lise-lotte, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 31, 2025
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 31, 2025
Jonas
Jonas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
Julia
Julia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
Litt slitt hotell. Veldig trivelig ansatte. Nydelig frokost.