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Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels

3.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in Gothenburg

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Exterior
2 bars/lounges
Standard Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels is near Nordstan Shopping Center and Liseberg Amusement Park. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet and relax on the rooftop terrace. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and multilingual staff assist with needs, including dry cleaning services.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Single Room (Without windows) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room (Without windows)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room (Without windows) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room (Without windows)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Pet friendly
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Map
Lilla Bommens Torg 10, Gullbergskajen, Gothenburg, 411 04

What's nearby

  • Nordstan Shopping Center - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Avenue - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gamla Ullevi Stadium - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nya Ullevi Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Liseberg Amusement Park - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nordstan Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Gothenburg Central Station - 11 min walk
  • Landvetter Airport (GOT) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪GöteborgsOperan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Robert's Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Saigon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Maritiman - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sausage Haus - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels

Hotel near Nordstan Shopping Center
Near The Avenue and Nya Ullevi Stadium, Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels provides a free breakfast buffet, a rooftop terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 bars and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and free newspapers
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1906
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; 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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 1 to December 31:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of SEK 250 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: SEK 250 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Property is also known as

Barken Viking
Barken Viking Hotell
Hotell Barken
Hotell Barken Viking
Hotell Barken Viking Gothenburg
Hotell Barken Viking Hotel
Hotell Barken Viking Hotel Gothenburg
Viking Barken
Hotell Liseberg Barken Viking Hotel Gothenburg
Hotell Barken Viking
Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels Hotel
Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels Gothenburg
Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels Hotel Gothenburg

Frequently asked questions

Is Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of SEK 250 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels located?

Located in Gothenburg City Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Göta Canal and Nordstan Shopping Center. The Avenue and Nya Ullevi Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Nordstan Tram Stop is 9 minutes by foot and Lilla Bommen Tram Stop is 11 minutes.

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Barken Viking by Dialog Hotels Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 237 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 130 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 99 out of 1017 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big rooms, comfortable beds, nice shower, quiet and good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cade

Review
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tommy

Disliked: Staff & service
Rent rum
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always, its the people who are important and make for a decent stay. Although there was no 24hr reception, there was a phone which put you straight through to a very helpful person. All good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah J

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Unique and characterful ocation. Stay was much better than anticipated from reviews but place needs better mattresses, human on site at reception (we only saw staff there once) and an arrangement for guests to be allowed a visit to the deck: it is a real downside - and a miss-selling of the location - that guests are forbidden access. Breakfasts need more variety and fruit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Noel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My room was in desperate need of updating it was very tired, bed was not comfortable bathroom was very tired too towels looked stained toilet seat was loose.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Everyone is helpfully Everything is perfect We like it so much
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING!! Love the decorations, cabine/boat vibe, cosy and very clean cabine/room. Great and very functional bathroom/toilet. Breakfast was great and good variety of food. Easily accessed location and short walking distance to the main areas. The only thing is that I have not seen anyone at the reception but they have a phone at the entrance for any issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for two separate nights, enjoyed both stays very unique experience, other than on second night there was a broken flashing light outside, i slept through it but my husband struggled, there is lots of unique features to this ship that you can go round and explore, we even went up on top deck and had a walk around. Beds are comfy, Great location for everything in gothenburg city, near to shops bus station and train stations, what more could you ask for
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice big room and bathroom, and breakfast was included. Not a bad walk to central station, but navigation helped, a lot of construction. Not much going on around it, probably because it was Monday
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Try something different for a change

Very Pleasant experience. I chose it as it was different from al other luxury hotels in the area, and I was not disappointed. I would recommend this to all who want to try something different. They will not be disappointed. Check in was done over the phone but went smoothly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Elsa

Nice hotell. Little shabby but charming. It is a big boat, but sturdy and safe. Comfortable. Carpets in the corridors need to be cleaned or better changed. I wish carpets were removed from the rooms, I am allergic to wall to wall carpets ‘cos they collect dust and produce a tiny fractures of synthetic cells in the air, and I don’t want to breathe that. Breakfast is simple and boring, I stayed there from Wednesday to Monday and it was same boring breakfast every single day, no sausages, no bacon. Cold eggs from yesterday, jams, 3 types of bread, a toaster, old stiff cucumbers and tasteless tomatoes, one cheap cheese. But hotel was very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Budget but fine for me

Here’s what you need to know: -the price reflects that this is not a fancy place -the ship lists hard to the side, which can be jarring -there is a decent basic breakfast -the shared bathrooms don’t look great; pay a little more to get your own bathroom I’ve stayed here several times because it’s a budget place I can stay while I’m in Gothenburg alone or with a friend. I expect that if the price is significantly lower, there’s a reason, and I accept that. Check in is weird the first time because you’ll do it via their land line, but it’s actually pretty easy. The breakfast person was super nice and attentive, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Salomon-Ivan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our light in our bathroom didn't work, the shower head also kept falling off because it wasn't the right size for the holder. Cool to say in the ship worth what we paid for the fun experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sanja

Disliked: Cleanliness
One of the standout features of this hotel is that it is actually a ship, which adds a unique charm and a touch of adventure to the stay. The location is superb, as it is within walking distance from the city center, making it easy to explore all the local attractions. Additionally, being right next to the ferry terminal made it incredibly convenient for us to get around. The breakfast was okay and provided a decent start to the day, though it didn't stand out as particularly exceptional. However, there was one significant downside to our stay. Despite placing a request for room cleaning on our door, our room was not cleaned for the entire three days of our stay. This was quite disappointing and impacted our overall comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I am not one to complain and have stayed at the Barken hotel multiple times over the years and it has really taken a dive. I had to wait for several hours for my room to be available. They only had one person in the house keeping staff for the whole hotel. I felt really bad for her. The new management of this place is atrocious and they clearly don’t care at all about running a decent operation. There front check in is non existent and you will need to call someone to get your room who has no clue what is happening at the hotel. The key card the past two times I was there didn’t open the front door and I had to stand outside and wait for another hotel guest to go outside to get back in. Despite waiting for hours to get in my room this last trip, the house keeping staff barged in on me one minute after 11 to demand I leave. They said they would give me a partial refund when I talked to their remote staff but it was never provided. It’s really sad because this used to be a great place to stay. AVOID at all costs and stay at another hotel in Gothenburg, otherwise you’ll just be dealing with waiting around or stuck outside which will ruin your trip. Do better!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice easy check in room was clean and tidy this is an old boat , but I did think most things were just ok , there is heating in the room pity it’s not on , the boat is lovely and well lite up at night pity the curtains dont block the light out , there is no bar or restaurant available, and you are not allowed to walk on the upper deck , I bet this place was fantastic a few years ago but definitely needs an upgrade , shops and restaurants are not far away
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

kyle michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was bad, staff only present for short time then it’s all done through a phone call. Room and shared bathroom felt like a jail cell. The bed was an awful cot. Literally left and went to a different hotel the next day. Would not recommend this place at all
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Magnus

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok frukost
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

joel

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slecht onderhoud stinkt muffig in de gangen de patrijspoorten kunnen niet goed open voor frisse lucht konden niet op het dek komen wat ik wel verwacht had een op een papiertje stond dat je 10.000 kronen bekeuring kon krijgen als je op het dak kwam alles moet via de telefoon omdat er geen personeel is alleen 's morgens bij het ontbijt die totaal geen Engels spreekt kamers zijn redelijk de douchen zijn goed beddengoed was schoon en handdoek ook.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zuerst das Positive in Kürze: - 4-Mast Schiff mit schönem Ambiente - Bus + Straßenbahn + Linienboot Haltestelle in der Nähe - Altstdt ca 20 Minuten zu Fuß erreichbar Nun das Negative: - Zimmer war bei Ankunft nicht komplett aufgeräumt - Decken Paneele waren kaputt - Absturzsicherung am Etagen Bett oben hat gefehlt - Frühstück war okay, aber Eier schmeckten seltsam - Etagen Toilette war schmutzig und Klopapier hat gefehlt - öffentliche Parkplätze in der Nähe sind sehr teuer
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dåligt utbud och kvalitet på frukost. Lampan på rummet blinkade hela tiden. Varmvattnet hade en konstig lukt.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Stefan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Bedrövligt

Ingen personal på plats när vi anlände. I ga handdukar på rummet, fick ringa och fråga var vi skulle få tag i det. Stod att det skulle finnas både bar, och restaurang, stängt!?!? Detta ställe var som ett sämre vandrar hem.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying on a ship with an interesting history was a refreshing change for us. It was an easy walk from central station, and an easy walk into the city centre and old town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Stefan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fuktskador i tak både i sovrum och toalett
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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