Clarion Hotel Stockholm

We stayed at this hotel expecting a true 4-star experience, but unfortunately our expectations were quite different from reality.nnThe first thing you notice when entering the hotel is a strong chlorine smell. The bathroom had a noticeable sewer odor, and even the towels smelled musty, which was quite unpleasant.nnThe rooms are fairly well soundproofed from neighboring rooms, but the bathroom offers absolutely no privacy. The bathroom door feels paper-thin, and you can hear literally everything happening inside.nnOn the positive side, the staff was very friendly and welcoming throughout our stay. The breakfast was absolutely fantastic—very generous, with a wide variety of fresh and delicious options. It was definitely the highlight of the hotel.nnOverall, the hotel feels much cheaper than what you would expect from a 4-star property. While the excellent breakfast and kind staff make the stay more enjoyable, the unpleasant odors and lack of bathroom privacy significantly affected our experience.

I had to cancel my trip because I need to attend the funeral of a close friend, and I asked the hotel if they could waive the cancellation fee given the circumstances.nnUnfortunately, they rejected my request without any meaningful consideration of the situation, simply stating that they could not make an exception. What makes this even more disappointing is that I missed the free cancellation deadline by only a few hours. Had I cancelled just a few hours earlier, there would have been no charge at all.nnFor a hotel of this size and reputation to show absolutely no flexibility in such an understandable and exceptional situation is shameful.

I had a truly remarkable massage experience at Elements Spa this past Friday. I highly recommend booking a session with their wellness professional.n​What sets her apart is her deep expertise; she doesn’t just provide a standard massage. She has a high-level understanding of muscle physiology and applies advanced techniques that target muscle tension at a deep level. She also provided me with insightful, personalized advice regarding supplements and vitamins to support my health.n​The experience was elevated by thoughtful touches, such as the refreshing mango juice served after the session and the sea salt provided for a relaxing bath at home. If you are looking for someone who truly understands the body and cares about your well-being, this is the place to go!

I was unfortunately disappointed with the breakfast after my latest visit. Back in 2023 I had a wonderful vegan breakfast here which included even vegan sausages I’ve never seen those anywhere else. And since we also enjoyed the view, the location and the service in this hotel we thought we’d come back again. Now I am not so sure if we’ll come back although the staff and the hotel are lovely.

The hotel is quite large and busy but had a comfortable, though rather small, room with a nice bathroom. The best is the huge breakfast buffet. We stayed 4 nights and found it a convenient base for exploring Stockholm.