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Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa

Property class: 4.5

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A modern lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with a pool.
A waterfront hotel with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance.
A spacious lobby with a large rug, wooden paneling, and a chandelier. There are several seating areas and artwork on the walls.
A rooftop lounge area with sun loungers and a covered seating area.
A modern interior with a seating area, a bar, and a kitchen visible through a geometric-patterned wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

Explore the area

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Kungsgatan 22, Karlstad, 652 24
  • Place, Sandgrund Lars Lerin
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Karlstad Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Karlstad Congress Culture Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Karlstad (KSD)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a sofa.

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

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

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(156 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (Queen)

A neatly made bed with a red bedspread and pillows, a patterned headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Standard Room (Queen)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(84 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, River View

A hotel room with a bed, a view of a park and a body of water through a glass door.

Superior Double Room, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • River view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Karlstad

A luxury stay in the heart of Karlstad awaits you at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa. Within steps you'll find Vänern and Town Hall. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .Rooftop by Vana is the hotel's own rooftop bar. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, massage/treatment rooms and laundry facilities. Free buffet breakfast is available. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Karlstad hotel include Karlstad Cathedral and Sandgrund Lars Lerin.

What's nearby

  • Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Varmlands Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sandgrund Lars Lerin - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Karlstad Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Karlstad Congress Culture Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Karlstad Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Karlstad (KSD) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bishop's Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spicy Hot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brasseriet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Waynes Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ll'Amice Karlstad - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa

Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 215 square feet (20 square metres) and includes conference space. The luxury Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa also features a rooftop terrace, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Karlstad hotel is smoke free.

  • 183 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 215 sq ft of conference space
  • 20 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1870
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa offers 183 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (SEK 205 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • Bishops Arms
  • Rooftop by Vana

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 215 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1870
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: SEK 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self-parking fee: SEK 205 per night
  • Pet fee: SEK 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Elite Karlstad
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Karlstad Elite
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa on 29 Oct 2026 start from AU$159, 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 at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa has a covered self car park for SEK 205 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

The closest beach to Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa is Kroppkärrsbadet (2.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa features a full-service spa, a health club and an outdoor pool.

What makes Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and romance packages, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa.

Does Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is offered at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

No, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

Furry friends are welcome at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa, with food and water bowls on offer.

Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1260 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 625 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 2067 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff in a great hotell. Made our short stay memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderfull time at the pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel, rooms very clean and have everything you need. Beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast that was served in the lower level was fantastic. Great ambience, wide choices of food, and everything tasted great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
The gym is small the hotel is very old
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Na
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fabulous. Artwork and decor was intriguing. Rooftop pool area was relaxing and scenic. We booked with a third party and were not aware that we had to book our parking ahead of time, so that was unfortunate. One of our two rooms had an issue with the shower drain and we had to make a late-night move: not fun. But the location as priceless. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Trevlig personal. Bra rooftop bar
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel seems large and a bit of a maze, but we liked our room, especially with a little balcony to look over the river. The hotel is very nicely situated, right by the river with plenty of walking opportunities nearby. The breakfast had a huge variety as well. The fitness center was a bit cramped unfortunately with limited though decent equipment. Make sure to pre-book parking if needed, though we used an offsite lot and that worked fine. The spa seemed to be busy but we weren’t able to check it out this trip. I don’t know if I will ever make it back here, but if I do I would stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Long long looooong corridors before getting to my room, not well shown where the rooms are located
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremt bra ställe att bo på, extremt prisvärt och fantastisk personal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastisk frukost, superb! Trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Vana spa var sååå mysigt och härligt, vi lämnade hotellet med en härlig känsla och kommer definitivt tillbaka!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok, for mye styr og bråk i frukostsal, trangt og vanskelig å finne bord. Lang avstand mellom resepsjon og rommet, må få i fem minutter
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness
Smutsigt rum. Inte vad jag förväntade mig.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Väldigt fin rooftop med bar och bad!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rommet var rent, stort og sengen var god. Personalet var serviceinnstilt og hjelpsomme. Hotellet ligger meget sentralt til, rett ved Klarelven, men det var likevel stille på rommet. Frokosten var rikholdig og hadde noe for enhver smak. Gode parkeringsmuligheter i umiddelbar nærhet, både i garasjeanlegg og på gaten. Mange severdigheter, restauranter og shopping i nærheten. SPA og takterrasse med bar i samme bygningen som gjestene kan benytte, men bestill SPA-behandling i god tid. Vi bestilte rom noen få dager før oppholdet så det var fullbooket.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ett underbart hotell! Vi hade rum med utsikt över älven som var jättefint. VanaSpa är bra och värt pengarna tycker vi. Jättegod och fräsch frukost med allt man kan önska sig. Trevlig, hjälpsam personal. Läget är nog det bästa av allt, ligger så fint vid älven. Det enda vi kan klaga på är att det vore önskvärt om takpoolen hade varit öppen längre än till 21.30, vi hade fått för oss att den var öppen till 23 då baren har öppet tills dess så vi lyckades missa den med några minuter. Vi återkommer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dålig fart i dusch, sned toastol dålig fön. Allt övrigt grymt bra.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Trivelig Hotell men en lite service innstilt dame i Armyshop/Uteplassen langs Hotellet, jeg er dårlig til bens og vi 4 voksene satte oss på stolene 15.40, 20 min. Før dem åpnet. Damen kom å spurte hvorfor vi satt der, jeg sa vi bor på hotellet og venter her til Armyshop/Baren åpner om 20 min. Vi måtte gå. Senere på kvelden var vi inne i Baren, samme jente jobbet, var sur og lite kundevennlig, hun har en "jobb å gjøre"
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026