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Best Western Hotel River C

3.5 star property
Riverside hotel connected to the convention centre in Karlstad with free breakfast

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Exterior
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Located in the city center, Best Western Hotel River C welcomes travelers with a hearty breakfast buffet and authentic regional dishes at C Restaurang. Guests enjoy the relaxing terrace, in-room WiFi, and lobby newspapers. Visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Room options

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Tonight

Sept 22 - Sept 23
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Tomorrow

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Sea View (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Sea View (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Sea View (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Studio, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Sea View (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Sea View

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Sea View

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Tage Erlandergatan 10, Karlstad, 652 20

What's nearby

  • Karlstad Congress Culture Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Karlstad Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sandgrund Lars Lerin - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Varmlands Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Löfbergs Arena - 6 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Karlstad Central Station - 14 min walk
  • Karlstad (KSD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pitcher's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Guldapan - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Texas Longhorn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brasseriet - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Hotel River C

Hotel connected to the convention centre
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services at Best Western Hotel River C. The on-site restaurant, C Restaurang, features Regional cuisine. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a front desk safe and laundry services
  • Newspapers in the reception, luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • A lift, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Western Hotel River C boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (SEK 140 per day)
  • Parking on site (SEK 140 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • C Bar
  • C Restaurang

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: SEK 140 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: SEK 140 per day (164 ft away)

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Sweden. This property is rated 3 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

River C Hotel
River C Hotel Karlstad
River C Karlstad
First Hotel River C Karlstad
First Hotel River C
First River C Karlstad
First River C
First Hotel River C
Best Western River C Hotel
Best Western River C Karlstad
Best Western Hotel River C Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Hotel River C pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Hotel River C?

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Hotel River C on 9 Oct 2025 start from NZ$191.43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Best Western Hotel River C?

Self-parking is available for SEK 140 per night.

What time is check-in at Best Western Hotel River C?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Hotel River C?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Best Western Hotel River C located?

Located in the heart of Karlstad, this hotel is steps away from Vänern and Karlstad Congress Culture Centre. Ostra Bron and Karlstad Cathedral are also within 5 minutes. Karlstad Central Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Best Western Hotel River C Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aarthi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stefani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot just outside of the bustle but within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception was very friendly and check-in went smoothly. The room was large enough and well equipped. The breakfast was really good, there was a lot of choice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fint hotell.. koselig betjening
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lars-Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mycket vänligs och tillmötesgående i reception och frukostmatsal
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tobias

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Litet men trevligt hotell

Litet hotell, trevlig serviceinriktad personal i receptionen / bar. Lite slitet skick, inte helt städat. Fin mindre frukost men ändå med gott utbud. Ingen egen parkering men gott och allmänna parkeringar i närheten.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mats

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leif

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

6/10 Okay

Mattias

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

10/10 Excellent

Eva

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

Bra frukost

Trevligt hotell centralt i Karlstad. Sköna sängar och mycket bra frukost. Vi hade ett rum med fin utsikt över Klarälven.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ove

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Helge

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moisses

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ann-Christin

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

4/10 Poor

Peter

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

8/10 Good

Johanna

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

10/10 Excellent

Kia

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

6/10 Okay

Mårten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pierre

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