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A bed with white bedding, a wooden wall, and hanging light fixtures.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a menu board.

A spacious room with wooden flooring, a large potted plant, and a seating area with two chairs and a table.

A pool area with outdoor seating and a building with arched windows.

1. Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens

1.8 mi from Karlstad University

Anders

£70

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A restaurant with a high ceiling, chandeliers, and a fireplace. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table with books, a vase with dried branches, a red ornament, and a green bookshelf.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring arched windows and a prominent entrance.

A modern interior with a seating area, large windows, and decorative lighting.

2. Home Hotel Drott

3.5 mi from Karlstad University

Taiwhan

£90

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A person in a swimming pool with a view of a bar and a person in the background.

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with a pool.

A modern interior with a seating area, a bar, and a kitchen visible through a geometric-patterned wall.

A rooftop lounge area with sun loungers and a covered seating area.

3. Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa

3.4 mi from Karlstad University

Arron

£80

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spa area with a hot tub, a green chair, and dark tiled walls.

A modern interior with a dining area, seating, and large windows.

A restaurant interior with tables, chairs, and a sofa.

A hotel room with two beds, a large wall mural, a desk, and a chair.

4. Scandic Winn

3.2 mi from Karlstad University

Martin

£61

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

A long, narrow hallway with doors on both sides, a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall, and a ceiling light fixture.

5. Hotell Nova

4.5 mi from Karlstad University

Niels Erik

£109

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A lobby with a reception desk, a large tree with pink flowers, wooden flooring, and a patterned rug.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and hanging plants.

A spa area with a hot tub, seating, and a brick wall.

6. Hotel Fratelli

3.4 mi from Karlstad University

Carrie

£113

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hallway with a door, a reception desk, and a wall-mounted shelf with a black bag.

A balcony with a view of a body of water and trees, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and various food items displayed on shelves.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a mirror. There is a hallway leading to a bathroom.

7. Aiden By Best Western Karlstad Arena

2.9 mi from Karlstad University

Richard John

£72

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging wicker lamps.

A small, single-story building with a porch, a door, and a window.

A room with a built-in bench seating area, a small table, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a building with a covered walkway.

8. First Camp Karlstad

7 mi from Karlstad University

Mersad

£41

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade reflecting on a calm body of water, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A view through a window with a building in the background, a tree, and a street with bicycles.

Two clear glass wine glasses on a reflective bar counter with a blurred background of shelves and bottles.

A modern building with a glass facade, a flat roof, and a corner location.

9. Best Western Hotel River C

3 mi from Karlstad University

Arne

£80

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered outdoor deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and forested area.

A lakeside park with a playground, picnic tables, and a sandy beach.

A lakeside area with a sandy beach, a small dock, and a playground.

A kitchen with a dining table and chairs, a microwave, and a stove.

10. First Camp Mörudden Karlstad

7.1 mi from Karlstad University

Lina Noronio

£77

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A bar area with purple bar stools, a counter with a variety of glassware, and a decorative ceiling with hanging lamps.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a counter, hanging glasses, and a television screen displaying a show.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL SAVOY KARLSBAD."

11. Best Western Hotel Savoy

3.4 mi from Karlstad University

Karla

£64

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A kitchen counter with various dishes, including salads, a bowl of croutons, and an artichoke.

A bar area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lighting, and a staircase in the background.

A cozy seating area with wicker chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a round table, a fireplace, and a large window.

12. Home Hotel Bilan

3.2 mi from Karlstad University

Shae

£92

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A room with a chandelier, two leather chairs, a potted plant, and a large window with curtains.

A large, multi-story brick building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a parking area in front.

A spacious library with wooden tables and chairs, bookshelves, and hanging pendant lights.

A red-brick building with the name "Carlstad Hostel" on the facade, featuring a central entrance with a small fountain, surrounded by a gravel area.

13. Carlstad Hostel Sport

3.6 mi from Karlstad University

Joakim

£65

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, round tables, and a bar area.

A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a decorative bull figurine, a glass pitcher, and salt and pepper shakers.

A circular view of a hot tub with a stone wall and tiled floor.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a black table, and a white sofa with colorful cushions.

14. Scandic Karlstad City

3.3 mi from Karlstad University

"The room is basic and clean. We only needed it for one night, so as a place to sleep it was fine. The best parts were the front desk staff. One helped us with getting a spot to charge our electric car on the fly, even though we hadn't reserved a spot. The other, when our plans had changed and we couldn't stay for the breakfast we'd paid for, packed two very lovely breakfast bags for us to take with us on the road. Budget hotel with luxury hotel staff."

Teresa

£75

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a large arched doorway and multiple windows.

A hallway with a cityscape poster on the wall, wooden doors, and a bench.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a folded towel, a woven light fixture above, and a mirror on the wall.

A room with a fireplace, a table, and chairs.

15. CarlstadCity H Boutique Hotell

3.5 mi from Karlstad University

Mike

£62

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel with a glass facade, a sign for 'KLEMNER' and 'Max Matthiesen', and a visible entrance.

A kitchen with a stone backsplash, white cabinetry, and a clock on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, white cabinets, a white shelf with kitchenware, a radio, and a toaster.

A buffet with various food items including meats, cheeses, and vegetables.

16. Solsta Hotell

3.4 mi from Karlstad University

Rasmus

£82

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A buffet table with various dishes and a view of outdoor seating.

A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, potted plants, and hanging pendant lights.

A neatly made bed with white linens and towels, a dark headboard, and a floral wallpaper pattern.

A buffet with various dishes and drinks.

17. Kils Hotell & Restaurang

11.4 mi from Karlstad University

Yongsheng

£92

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A room with a view of a cityscape through large windows, a wooden bench, and a metal bucket containing a bottle and glasses.

The entrance of a hotel with a glass door, potted plants, and a sign reading "PLAZA HOME HOTEL".

A modern indoor swimming pool with a glass wall, a staircase, and a potted plant.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables, green upholstered chairs, and candles on the tables.

18. Home Hotel Plaza

3.4 mi from Karlstad University

Brian

£89

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with long tables, booths, and hanging pendant lights.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled flooring and stone walls.

A modern building with a glass facade, located near a body of water.

A bar area with multiple stools, a counter with various bottles, and a sign indicating a reduced head fee.

19. Scandic Klarälven

3.2 mi from Karlstad University

Nibras

£69

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Karlstad University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens	7.8 Good 1,272 reviews	View
Home Hotel Drott	9.4 Exceptional 1,153 reviews	View
Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa	9.0 Wonderful 2,036 reviews	View
Scandic Winn	8.6 Excellent 1,575 reviews	View
Hotell Nova	8.8 Excellent 871 reviews	View

Top Karlstad University Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fratelli

10/10 Excellent

"Good big city vibe and nice rooms. Price could and should be a little lower though"

Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"The building is a little older and in need of some upgrades. Our shower was an old bathtub and awkward to stand in. The spa and rooftop pool, view and bar are all fantastic. The breakfasts are amazing. Staff was incredibly helpful. Overall we loved our time in Karlstad!"

Hotell Nova

10/10 Excellent

"Free parking, clean environment, quite good price and quality match."

Solsta Hotell

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful and easy place to stay"

Home Hotel Drott

10/10 Excellent

"Very pleasant stay. Staff were excellent. Rooms very clean, tidy, and spacious. Having dinner available (Wed was fish & ships) was nice and food was actually pretty good! Great location. We would definitely return here if in the area."

Home Hotel Plaza

8/10 Good

"Friendly, helpful young staff. Big breakfast buffet. Walls and carpet in hallway needed repairs/replacement in some places, but room was fine."

Scandic Karlstad City

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service from the staff"

Aiden By Best Western Karlstad Arena

8/10 Good

"Our room was very clean and comfortable. The location next to the river was nice since we had a view out our window. Breakfast was amazing, literally, it was huge and had everything from fresh baked bread to delicious crepes and all the meet cheese and fresh fruit you could want. The location being attached to the ice hockey arena was interesting. There is no staff that regularly attends the entrance and no lobby at all."

Carlstad Hostel Sport

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were super helpful, evev when we arrived later than planned"

Other attractions near Karlstad University

Alster's Herrgard

You can find out about the history of Karlstad with a trip to Alster's Herrgard. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Kroppkärrsbadet

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kroppkärrsbadet during your trip to Karlstad? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Horse Race Track

You can take time to visit Horse Race Track during your travels to Karlstad. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Karlstad Golf Course

7.0/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Karlstad at Karlstad Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Ostra Bron

8.8/10 (21 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Karlstad when you stop by Ostra Bron. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Löfbergs Arena

8.4/10 (25 reviews)

Catch an event at Löfbergs Arena during your trip to Karlstad. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Karlstad Congress Culture Centre

8.0/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Karlstad Congress Culture Centre during your stay in Karlstad. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Karlstad Cathedral

8.6/10 (25 reviews)

After visiting Karlstad Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karlstad. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Karlstad University?

Karlstad University is located in an area of Karlstad that travellers like for its riverfront. You'll find 25 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Karlstad University?

Karlstad Unic House Kronoparken is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this holiday home offers free parking and private balconies. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Karlstad University. Other good options within a few miles include Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens and Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Karlstad University?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Karlstad University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Karlstad University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Karlstad University.

What can I see and do near Karlstad University?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Sandgrund Lars Lerin, Alster's Herrgard or Varmlands Museum. Lounge by the water at Kroppkärrsbadet and Kungsnäs badplats. Löfbergs Arena, Horse Race Track or Karlstad Golf Course are some local sights worth checking out.

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Our top choices for Karlstad University hotels

1. Best Western Gustaf Fröding Hotel & Konferens

2. Home Hotel Drott

3. Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa

4. Scandic Winn

5. Hotell Nova

6. Hotel Fratelli

7. Aiden By Best Western Karlstad Arena

8. First Camp Karlstad

9. Best Western Hotel River C

10. First Camp Mörudden Karlstad

11. Best Western Hotel Savoy

12. Home Hotel Bilan

13. Carlstad Hostel Sport

14. Scandic Karlstad City

15. CarlstadCity H Boutique Hotell

16. Solsta Hotell

17. Kils Hotell & Restaurang

18. Home Hotel Plaza

19. Scandic Klarälven

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Top Karlstad University Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fratelli

Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Hotel & Spa

Hotell Nova

Solsta Hotell

Home Hotel Drott

Home Hotel Plaza

Scandic Karlstad City

Aiden By Best Western Karlstad Arena

Carlstad Hostel Sport

Other attractions near Karlstad University

Alster's Herrgard

Kroppkärrsbadet

Horse Race Track

Karlstad Golf Course

Ostra Bron

Löfbergs Arena

Karlstad Congress Culture Centre

Karlstad Cathedral

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