Clarion Hotel Amaranten

Clarion Hotel Amaranten Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Clarion Hotel Amaranten on Kungsholmsgatan, you immediately get that “this place knows what it’s doing” vibe. The lobby has this modern Scandinavian thing going on — clean lines, warm wood, nothing too flashy but definitely polished. It’s a four-star property that actually feels like one, which honestly isn’t always a given. The staff greeted me in that effortlessly friendly Swedish way, and I could tell right away this wasn’t going to be one of those sterile business hotels.

Perfect Stockholm Base

Here’s the thing about the location — it’s genuinely brilliant. You’re on Kungsholmen island, which sounds remote but is actually right in the heart of everything. I mean, you can walk to Gamla Stan in about 15 minutes, and the metro is practically next door. What I love is that you get this slightly residential feel (locals actually live around here), but you’re still central enough that you don’t need to plan your life around getting back to the hotel. The couples rating of 9.0 makes total sense — there’s something romantic about strolling along the waterfront paths that wrap around the island.

The Room Experience

My room was on the sixth floor with partial water views, and honestly, the design struck that perfect balance between minimalist and cozy. The bed was properly comfortable — not just hotel-marketing comfortable — and the bathroom had one of those rainfall showers that actually works well. Storage space was thoughtful too, which you notice when you’re living out of a suitcase. The soundproofing impressed me; Stockholm can get surprisingly lively at night, but I slept through everything.

Food That Actually Delivers

You know what surprised me most? The food is legitimately good. The restaurant serves this modern Nordic cuisine that doesn’t feel pretentious — just fresh, seasonal stuff done right. But honestly, breakfast is where they really shine. The buffet setup includes proper vegetarian and gluten-free options (not just sad afterthoughts), and they do this breakfast-to-go thing that’s perfect when you want to catch an early ferry to the archipelago. I actually found myself looking forward to breakfast, which doesn’t happen often in hotels.

Why Guests Love It

After spending several nights here, I get why this place consistently rates well. It’s that rare hotel that feels authentically Swedish without being cold or sterile. The location score of 9.0 isn’t just marketing fluff — you really can explore Stockholm easily from here, whether you’re into museums, shopping, or just wandering around looking at beautiful buildings. The staff seems genuinely happy to help with recommendations, and they know the neighborhood well enough to suggest places that aren’t just tourist traps. It’s the kind of place where everything just works smoothly, which is exactly what you want when you’re trying to enjoy a city like Stockholm.

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Reviews of Clarion Hotel Amaranten

• Pieter from Netherlands (8/10)

  Good location. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.

• Bogdan from Romania (8/10)

  Good location bear the metro station. Really great breakfast with a lot of food. Good support from staff.

• Anna from Finland (7/10)

• Kevin from Ireland (9/10)

  Excellent breakfast

• Karol from Poland (8/10)

  We had a very pleasant stay. The room was a bit small, however very neat and clean. The location is fine, just 10-15 min walk from the city centre of Stockholm.

• Serena from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Nice clean modern and friendly staff
  Good breakfast

• Martin from Estonia (8/10)

  Nice, modern looking hotel. The room was spacious and quiet which is important for a good night sleep. The bed was just perfect. Air conditioning was quiet and easy to use. Good breakfast options.

• Tomislav from Croatia (8/10)

  Excellent breakfast, good position not far from the train station, kind and very friendly staff

• Rosemary from Ireland (8/10)

  Staff were very friendly and helpfull.Breakfast was excellent .Beds very comfortable.centrally located ,T underground nextdoor to hotel.

• Ma from Philippines (9/10)

  The hotel was centrally located. Staff was courteous and helpful. Breakfast was really good, with a lot of food choices.

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