Best Western Hotel River C

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Best Western
8.1 (4495 reviews)
Tage Erlandergatan 10 , Karlstad , SE
+46 54 22 22 20

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent breakfast / large, varied buffet
Very friendly and helpful staff
Great central riverside location and views
Good value for money
Clean and tidy rooms (generally)
Nice atmosphere and tea service at breakfast
Cons:
Some rooms have extremely hard or squeaky beds
Thin/connecting doors causing noise from adjacent rooms
Poor room lighting in many rooms
Shower screen too short; bathroom floors get wet
Broken espresso machine reported
Lack of mini-fridge in some rooms; worn bathroom fittings in places

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Generally described as clean ('rent', 'fräscht', 'Hôtel très propre'), though a few guests noted worn bathroom door/plywood damage which detracts slightly from the impression.
Service
8.9
Consistently praised as very friendly and helpful (multiple mentions of welcoming staff, helpful reception, and named staff like Emil).
Location
8.8
Many guests highlight the excellent central riverside location, near attractions and the CCC, often described as 'mitt i stan' and great river views.
Room Quality
7
Mixed: several guests found beds comfortable, but notable negatives include an extremely hard/squeaky bed, thin connecting doors creating noise, poor room lighting, and sometimes cold rooms.
Amenities
7.2
Good basics (tea pots at breakfast, well-stocked buffet), but some amenity issues reported: broken espresso machine, lack of mini-fridge in some rooms, and shower screen too short causing wet floors.
Value for Money
8.3
Multiple explicit mentions of good value ('Prisvärt', 'Excellent value for money'), guests felt the offering was worthwhile for the price.
Food and Beverage
9
Repeatedly praised breakfast buffet described as excellent, large range and delicious; a standout positive across reviews.
Overall Experience
7.8
Overall positive experiences due to location, staff and breakfast, but recurring room-related issues (beds, lighting, shower) and some amenity faults modestly reduce the overall score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:38

Property Description

Modern Rooms with Free WiFi
Experience modern comfort in our hotel rooms equipped with a flat-screen Smart-TV and free WiFi. Enjoy views of the scenic Klarälven River from select rooms, some even offering a kitchenette for your convenience.

Dining and Relaxation
Unwind at the C Bar with a refreshing drink or savor classic dishes at C Restaurang. Take advantage of our TV lounge, newspapers, and complimentary Nordic walking poles. Plus, enjoy free access to a nearby gym during your stay.

Prime Location and Nearby Attractions
Conveniently located next to Karlstad Congress and Culture Centre, our hotel provides stunning views of the 18th-century stone bridge. With Karlstad Central Station just 1 km away, explore the city with ease. Book your stay today for a memorable experience at River C.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: KSD

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 4495 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 7.8
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niclas • family_with_children • se
8
2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Oddene • family_with_children • no
8
Pros:

Fint med handic parkering.

Cons:

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2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Kristian • family_with_children • se
8
Pros:

Bra frukost och bra läge.

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Pia Charlott • couple • no
10
Pros:

Koselig dame som jobbet i resepsjonenes var veldig service minded 👏

2026-11-06 • via Nuitee
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Erik • family_with_children • no
8
OK hotel for a short stay in Karlstad
Pros:

Very helpful receptionist, nice location. Well equipped room.

Cons:

Reception closed from 2100 hrs.

2026-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Ros-Marie • family_with_children • se
5
Pros:

Ganska skön säng, och fotöljer i rummet.

Cons:

Att jag betalat för utsikt över klarälven, men fönstret var ett smalt fönster i hörnet vilket gjorde det omöjligt och mörkt..

2026-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • family_with_children • se
9
2026-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Anders • couple • se
8
2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Camilla • solo_traveller • se
6
2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • se
10
2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • family_with_children • se
8
Pros:

Bekväma och välutrustade rum. Trevlig personal och en generös frukost. Ett hotell att känna sig hemma på.

Cons:

Inget

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Hannele • couple • se
10
2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • family_with_children • se
10
2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Ericsson • solo_traveller • se
10
Trivsamt och trevligt.
Pros:

Tyst och lugnt läge. Närheten till Karlstad CCC. Rent och snyggt. Alltid trevligt bemötande av personalen och god och riklig frukost. Bott här ett antal gånger och fler besök blir det.

Cons:

Finns inget att klaga på.

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Eva -59 • extended_group • se
7
Mycket trevlig personal och bra läge. Sängen för mjuk.
Pros:

Frukosten var bra.

Cons:

Sängen var för mjuk (fick ont i ryggen) och täcket var för tjockt. Varmt på rummet, men det gick att skruva ner elementet. Gnisslade i ytterdörren varje gång man gick ut och in och sminkspegeln i badrummet var trasig, liksom kranen som satt löst. Rum 52.

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Sven-Olov • solo_traveller • se
7
2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Mats • couple • se
7
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Kent • couple • se
10
Toppenvistelse
Pros:

Helheten

Cons:

Inget

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Stig • couple • se
10
God service utöver det vanliga och ett hotell man gärna återkommer till :-)
Pros:

Väldigt trevligt bemötande vid ankomst. Fixade alternativt rum nog till det bättre :-)

Cons:

Bra läge, lugn och fin stämning. Fin frukost som hade det man ville ha.

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Ingrid • couple • se
8
2026-11-01 • via Nuitee