Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa
Kungsgatan 22
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Why people book this hotel
“The bartender and the breakfast deserves extra plus”
“The breakfast spread was very good”
“Y room was in the old part of the building with a view if the water”
“Beautiful rooms with comfortable beds”
“The hotel was wonderful and the staff was happy, friendly and helpful”
“Friendly staff”
“Amazing view, great location, welcoming staff, good breakfast, lovely room”
“Location on the river is special”
“Beautiful building - especially loved the rooftop relax pool”
Overview
This elegant hotel dates back to the 19th century and enjoys a scenic waterfront location. The Stora Torget square is within 100 metres, while Karlstad Central Station is a 5-minute walk away. Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad’s tastefully decorated rooms feature modern art and traditional furnishings like bay windows and high ceilings. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV are also included. The hotel restaurant offers fine dining in beautiful salons. The English-style Bishop’s Arms Pub offers a large selection of beer, whiskey and light meals. A breakfast buffet is served in the Winter Dining Room.
Traveller reviews
Edward
extended_group
June 10, 2026
The bartender and the breakfast deserves extra plus
Thomas
couple
May 19, 2026
“Very nice and cozy”
Best HOTEL in Karlstad
john
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“Usual fine quality of another well-positioned Elite Hotel”
Robert
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
“Beautiful View, great hotel”
Amazing view, great location, welcoming staff, good breakfast, lovely room.and really made my wife's birthday special! Highly recommended
Bengtsson
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
“Well recommended”
The hotel was wonderful and the staff was happy, friendly and helpful. Y room was in the old part of the building with a view if the water. The room was perfect. The breakfast spread was very good. Nothing was missing.
Angela
family_with_children
April 14, 2026
Beautiful charming period stule hotel right on the river front. Beautiful rooms with comfortable beds. Breakfast was fantastic.
Kairi
couple
April 13, 2026
Superb breakfast. Friendly staff. Loved the historic vibe of the hotel combined with modern amenities.
Graham
couple
April 12, 2026
“Professional staff and excellent atmosphere”
Excellent beakfast
Irena
couple
April 10, 2026
“A very pleasant stay”
I like everything, the loacation the facilities and the breakfast
Aud
family_with_children
April 4, 2026
“Very god to stay in the hotel .”
The brakfast was ok, normal for this hotel standard. The kids enjoy the breakfast very much.
Giulio
couple
February 21, 2026
“It was ok”
The hotel style was very nice and facilities were good. The breakfast satisfying. The staff very kind and prepared
Susan
solo_traveller
February 3, 2026
“Would like to come back in the summer!”
Beautiful!
Brenda Griffin
solo_traveller
January 17, 2026
The breakfast was fantastic and the breakfast room is lovely. I enjoyed my stay at your hotel and would recommend others to enjoy the hotel.
Branislav
solo_traveller
December 8, 2025
Breakfast was truly exceptional, I had to reserve more time to have a bite on all swedish goods;)
nigel
solo_traveller
October 20, 2025
“Not Quite Elite Enough”
Location on the river is special. A short walk to the old town along the river side.
Ulrica
solo_traveller
September 29, 2025
“Beautiful building, great location”
Beautiful building - especially loved the rooftop relax pool. Nice and warm!
James
couple
September 21, 2025
“Expensive but worth the money”
Amazing location and beautiful room with balcony overlooking the’garden’
PAVEL
couple
August 25, 2025
We had a room in new part facing river. I enjoyed our short stay in this hotel. The room was nice and staff was very friendly and available. Nice breakfast in a bit crowdy atmosphere, but still nice.
JELENA
couple
August 25, 2025
“We liked the hotel and would recommend it to others ☺️”
We enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The location is fantastic! You can take a nice walk along the river just in the heart of the downtown. Our room welcomed us with a homelike feeling of comfort. The breakfast was delicious.
Hager
family_with_children
August 22, 2025
“Terrible. Couldn’t even spend the night and instead left to drive all the way to Stockholm ( I arrived from Oslo too the”
Old looking hotel trying to look classical.
Facilities
Activities
Sauna, Fitness centre, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Hammam, Open-air bath, Fitness, Fitness/spa locker rooms
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Kid meals, Bar, Restaurant, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Lift, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Pets allowed, Heating, Allergy-free room
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool (seasonal), Terrace, Outdoor pool
Parking
Parking, Parking garage, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming pool, Rooftop pool, Infinity pool, Pool with view, Heated pool, Pool bar
Safety & security
Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available
Services
Pet bowls, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Laundry, Dry cleaning
Deluxe Double
Features more space and a seating area, along with cable TV and a work desk.
Standard Queen
This compact room includes cable TV, a work desk and bathroom with a shower. Please note that the bed is 140 cm wide. Extra beds are not possible in this room.
Superior Double
The double room features a safe deposit box, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a minibar, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Superior Double with River View
The double room offers a safe deposit box, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as river views. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Double
Includes cable TV, a work desk and bathroom with either a shower or bath.
Standard Single
Includes cable TV, a work desk and bathroom with either a shower or bath. Rooms face either the street or courtyard.
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