Sure Hotel by Best Western Savoy Karlstad,  Karlstad

My third stay at this hotel. I actually got the same room as last time (605). I had booked a budget room. They are equipped with a really tiny room, the clerk said, so he upgraded me to a regular single room (as they did the last time :-)) Very kind and helpful man in the reception. The room is ok, the bed comfy. Small bathroom with shower curtain. It was a hot weekend, and it became really hot in the room (end of May). It would've been nice with A/C. There's a parking house next door. If you check in before you park, you can pay for parking at the reception (easier than using the automat). It's SEK 150,-/24H. PS! It's more expensive on the lower floors! I parked on 4th. Nice and cozy restaurant next to the reception. Perfect location in the centre of Karlstad. If you bring a bicycle, you can keep it in a designated room on the 1st floor.

Hotel Savoy is situated in central Karlstad, right next to the town's main street. I've opted to stay there a few times while visiting Karlstad University, solely based on it being the cheapest hotel in town. I should mention that this review is written for the short-term visitor who needs a place to crash, rather than the traveler who's looking to enjoy the city. To summarize, I have two things I want to point out to anyone reading this. First of all, you don't get anything more than you pay for; the rooms are small and minimalistic - and not in the trendy way. You have basic facilities: TV, shower, bed. Other than that, not much else is to be expected. However, what brings me back is the wonderful breakfast, which is included in the price. A wide range of items is offered - everything from your typical Scandinavian, run-of-the-mill yoghurt and toast, to more of an English breakfast with bacon, eggs and pancakes. For me, this is more important than the actual rooms when on a business trip.

Good Service, Plain Room, Centrally Located, Inexpensive. In town for a hockey tournament. Friendly service at front desk. Room was TINY, 2nd floor and a bit dated. TV was fixed to the wall, not adjustable so watching was a problem. Shower had low pressure... but ok. Breakfast was standard (eggs, bread, meats). Was worth the low rate we paid.

The hotel is being extensively refurbished. I had some technical problems with my room (not yet refurbished) and was generously compensated when I voiced my concerns in the morning. No discussions, no hassle, just an immediate generous offer. Wonderful attitude! Wonderful! That's true customer service!

They've started renovating this hotel. It's due. There was an unflattering smell in the hallway outside my room (605). Not delicate. It's a shower curtain in the bathroom, which I find rather indelicate. I couldn't turn on the water in the shower. Eventually, I found there's a button on the shower head you need to push (and hold) to get water. This means you can only use one hand at a time showering. I tied a sock around the button to disable this ridiculous function. I didn't expect this in the year 2016, in Sweden... The bed was comfy and I had two nights of good sleep. There's a parking house next door, and the train station is just around the corner. In the same price segment as Savoy, you have Good morning Karlstad city (Ibis with a new name). This is a better hotel, but this weekend they were fully booked. If you're not too high maintenance, Savoy is an ok hotel, but don't expect "freshness" :-) I got two extra hours check out time. That's good service!