Located near Karlstad Cathedral and Varmlands Museum, Scandic Winn offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet, sauna, and spa tub. Indulge in local cuisine at Brasserie Winn or explore the nearby sights by bicycle - rentals are available. With free WiFi, on-site shopping mall, and helpful staff highly praised by previous guests.
Karlstad Congress Culture Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Varmlands Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Karlstad Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Getting around
Karlstad (KSD) - 22 min drive
Välsviken Station - 7 min drive
Karlstad Central Station - 11 min walk
Väse Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Rådhuscaféet I Karlstad Ab - 5 min walk
The Bishop's Arms - 5 min walk
Waynes Coffee - 5 min walk
Brasseriet - 4 min walk
Elite Stadshotellet - 5 min walk
About this property
Scandic Winn
Scandic Winn offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Karlstad Cathedral and Sandgrund Lars Lerin. Guests can visit the health club for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Brasserie Winn, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a hot tub, and a sauna. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff.
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
199 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE
Children
Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Covered onsite self parking (SEK 210 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Grocery/convenience store
Children's menu
Working away
6 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center (2702 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Free bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Terrace
Health club
Shopping mall on site
Hot tub
Sauna
Comprehensive food waste policy
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchairs available on site
Grab bar near toilet
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Brasserie Winn - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately SEK 179 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of SEK 200 per accommodation, per night
Parking
Covered self parking costs SEK 210 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Scandic Winn
Scandic Winn Hotel
Scandic Winn Hotel Karlstad
Scandic Winn Karlstad
Scandic Winn Hotel
Scandic Winn Karlstad
Scandic Winn Hotel Karlstad
Frequently asked questions
Does Scandic Winn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Scandic Winn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Scandic Winn?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of SEK 200 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Scandic Winn?
Yes. Self parking costs SEK 210 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Scandic Winn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Scandic Winn and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a sauna and a health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Scandic Winn?
Yes, Brasserie Winn offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Scandic Winn like?
Scandic Winn is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Vänern and 3 minutes' walk from Karlstad Congress Culture Centre.
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
Scandic Winn Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.8
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a pleasant experience with great options. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
Breakfast
Service staff
Location
Room
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2026
Super
Joakim
Joakim, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 29, 2026
In city
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 17, 2026
Okay hotel, but very thin walls, which gives a constant background noise
Jannick
Jannick, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 27, 2026
Bra!
Karan
Karan, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 3, 2026
☹️
Anders
Anders, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
Rent
Marina
Marina, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2026
Servicen
Ronny
Ronny, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 25, 2026
Bra
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2026
Js
Katarina
Katarina, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 7, 2026
.
Johan
Johan, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
Bra
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 2, 2025
Ok
Øyvind
Øyvind, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 6, 2025
ok
Björn
Björn, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2026
Frokosten var nydelig og rommet var rent og pent ! Tusen takk
Marianne
Marianne, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 8, 2026
Nada.
Rolf
Rolf, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 8, 2026
Trevligt hotell i Karlstad
Stina
Stina, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 7, 2026
Jättebra frukost. mycket vänlig personal.
Hakan
Hakan, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 4, 2026
Sentralt og bra. Greit utvalg av øl
Erik
Erik, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 3, 2026
Trevlig personal. Hundrummet skulle behöva bättre städning
Karl Henrik
Karl Henrik, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2026
God placering centralt og parkering
Lars
Lars, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2026
Alltid fin frukost på Scandic Winn.Allt man kan önska
lillemor
lillemor, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2026
Bra
Nils
Nils, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2026
Utmärkt frukost, centralt läge
Erik
Erik, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2026
Bra frukost. Bastun skulle kunna vara lite varmare