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Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Couples treatment rooms, massages
Superior Double Room, River View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Front of property - evening/night
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Couples treatment rooms, massages
Located in central Karlstad, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad offers a rooftop terrace, free in-room WiFi, an outdoor pool, sun loungers, dining at Bishops Arms, and spa massages. Its location makes exploring nearby attractions easy.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service

Room options

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Courtyard view

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(118 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room (bed 140 cm) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room (bed 140 cm)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room, River View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Kungsgatan 22, Karlstad, 652 24

What's nearby

  • Varmlands Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sandgrund Lars Lerin - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Karlstad Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Karlstad Congress Culture Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Löfbergs Arena - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pitcher's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Yama - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yomo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Guldapan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bishop's Arms - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa

Luxury hotel in the city center
A free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Bishops Arms, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a rooftop terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
  • Self parking (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • Massage treatment rooms, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 183 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (SEK 205 per night)
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 9 2025 to November 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of SEK 300 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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, 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to 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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:30 PM.

Is Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of SEK 300 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa?

Self parking is available for SEK 205 per night.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa located?

Located in the heart of Karlstad, this luxury hotel is steps from Vänern and Town Hall. Karlstad Cathedral and Sandgrund Lars Lerin are also within 10 minutes. Karlstad Central Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1037 out of 1685 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 524 out of 1685 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1685 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1685 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1685 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel ! Nice view to the river. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tormod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel in a great location, with lots of facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Karlstad is a jewel. Beautiful small city. Walkable and the scenery around the city is spectacular. Breakfast was excellent. Pub and restaurant outstanding. Room smartly designed. Very professional and efficient staff. Will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel was at a nice location, parking was easy to access with a 250 sek fee. We had a dog friendly room and was welcomed with dog treats and bowls which was super nice! We also got to bring our dog along to the outdoor seating for breakfast. One thing I wish could've been better is the condition of the room. The bathroom didn't have windows which was a bit dark, the walls and doors were also a bit worn down. The bathtub definitely needed some repair on the corner. Overall it was still a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

8/10 Good

Håkon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jeg likte alt
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marika

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

8/10 Good

Magnus

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

10/10 Excellent

Line

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

10/10 Excellent

Øyvind

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

Unn deg noe ekstra 😊

Flott hotel med utmerket service og perfekt beliggenhet ved elven. Stor takterasse med oppvarmet basseng (38 grader) med bar og alle rettigheter. Spa avdeling med pool og massasje. Vi kommer tilbake hit
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bengt Inge

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

8/10 Good

Lars

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

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia

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

8/10 Good

Kristina

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

LARS-KÅRE

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

6/10 Okay

Sven

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lotta

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Per Olav

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Hilde

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

joakim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jorunn

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

Karlstad sola

En vesentlig ting som er for dårlig er at rommene er for varme om sommeren og vinduene var blokkert på liten åpning. I tillegg var det voldsom støy fra biltrafikk og fest stemte mennesker til klokka 0300 om natta. Men betjeningen og bishops arms drar opp og de har fantastisk frokost.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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