- River view
- Swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Bathtub
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safe
- Baggage storage
About this property
This hotel dates back to the 19th century and enjoys a waterfront location. The Stora Torget square is within 328 feet, while Karlstad Central Station is a 5-minute walk away. Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad’s decorated rooms feature traditional furnishings like bay windows and high ceilings. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV are also included. Massages and treatments are available on request. The spa entry is available for an additional charge. The hotel restaurant offers fine dining. 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.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
Sustainability
- Green Key (FEE)
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Glenn
United States
“Beautiful hotel in a great location. Very nice rooms with comfortable beds. Excellent breakfast and dining hall. Fun rooftop pool lounge area. Good parking too.” - Ezdehar
Kuwait
“I like the restaurant and the roof top. Also, I like the size of the room, which was big enough for 2 people. The breakfast was amazing and the view over the river was really nice. The location was very good.” - Sven
Germany
“Great Hotel at great location. Extremely friendly and helpful team. Parking, several restaurants and bars nearby (1-2 min walk). Breakfast was very good. If you like to visit Karlstad this Hotel is my recommendation.” - Syren
Sweden
“Great location, 5 minutes from train station and middle of the city but yet quiet” - Elizabeth
United States
“Wonderful location and overall beautiful hotel. We had a nice evening walk around the area and loved the feel of the hotel and the location. Nice looking hotel.” - James
United States
“Location was centrally located and short walk to downtown area and restaurants.” - Dag
Norway
“Super food and staff And to have The Bishops Arms under the same roof... Splended! (and I love whisky) Well composed menu” - Katherine
United States
“Breakfast was excellent quality with many choices. This is an elegant historic property in a great central location in Karlstad. The staff at the front desk was especially lovely. My husband came down with a cold and they took time to look up...” - Bradford
United States
“Breakfast was good. Rooms were clean and cozy. Furniture and beds were comfortable.” - Dennis
United States
“Delicious breakfast. Infinity roof top pool was amazing”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- The Bishops Arms
- Open forDinner • Cocktail hour
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
If 9 or more rooms are reserved for the same dates by the same booker, they will be treated as a group reservation, whereby different policies and additional supplements will apply. Please contact the hotel in advance in order to receive your group booking confirmation with updated policies, group rates or additional supplements.
The property requires that the credit card holder’s name matches the guest’s name on the booking confirmation. Guests are required to show photo identification and the same credit card used for booking upon check-in. If you wish to book for another individual, please contact the property directly for further information after booking.
Please note that construction work is taking place on the facade of one of the courtyards from June to November 2025 and this may cause some noise disturbance during the day.
Please note that this property does not accept cash payments.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.