Located close to Motala Motormuseum and Charlottenborg Manor, Hotell City offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet, shopping mall on site, bar and business center. Guests can stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby or relax outdoors with luggage storage nearby. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
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Small Double Room, 1 Double Bed
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
69 reviews
(69 reviews)
City view
15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Superior Double Room
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
City view
26 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
About the neighborhood
Located in Motala, Hotell City is in the city center and near the beach. Charlottenborg Manor and Borenshults Slussar are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Göta Canal and Varamobadet Beach. Motala Motormuseum is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our Motala travel guide
Kungsgatan 1, Motala, 59130
What's nearby
Charlottenborgsbron Göta kanal
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Motala Motormuseum
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Charlottenborg Manor
4 min drive - 1.6 km
Motala Gokart
5 min drive - 1.9 km
Motala Industrimuseum
5 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Motala Station
8 min walk
Linkoping (LPI-Saab)
43 min drive
Restaurants
Jack’s Burger
2 min walk
Ubbes Bageri AB
3 min walk
Berggrens öltapp och mat
2 min walk
Restaurang Balkan
2 min walk
Ströget
1 min walk
About this property
Hotell City
Hotel near Göta Canal
Located close to Motala Motormuseum and Charlottenborg Manor, Hotell City provides a free breakfast buffet, a shopping mall on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
A TV in the lobby, an elevator, and free newspapers
Tour/ticket assistance, a reception hall, and a front-desk safe
Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 rooms feature comforts such as separate sitting areas, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and heating
Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); free wired internet
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Kajutan
Things to do
Shopping mall
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business center
Meeting room
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
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Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from September 28 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of SEK 250 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of SEK 250 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet deposit: SEK 250 per night
Pet fee: SEK 250 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
A late check-out fee will be charged
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Property Registration Number SE556803105701
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Sweden. This property is rated 3 stars.
Property is also known as
Hotell Nostalgi City Hotel Motala
Hotell Nostalgi City Hotel
Hotell Nostalgi City Motala
Hotell City Hotel Motala
Hotell City Motala
Hotell Nostalgi City
Hotell City Hotel
Hotell City Motala
Hotell City Hotel Motala
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotell City pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of SEK 250 per night and a fee of SEK 250 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What time is check-in at Hotell City?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotell City?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Where is Hotell City located?
Located in the heart of Motala, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Göta Canal and Motala Motormuseum. Charlottenborg Manor and Varamobadet Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). Motala Station is 8 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Hotell City Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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.
8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.2
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 347 out of 998 reviews
10 - Excellent
347
Rating 8 - Good. 412 out of 998 reviews
8 - Good
412
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 998 reviews
6 - Okay
181
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 998 reviews
4 - Poor
46
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 998 reviews
2 - Terrible
12
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Jan
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel by Vättern lake
Nice hotel, nice staff, nice breakfast good location in Motala center, close to Göta channel
We had to arrive after desk staff was gone for the day, and we were given a code to get in. Keys were left, beds were comfortable, breakfast was delicious!!
Nancy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Gayle
1 September 2025
Room was cancelled due to a water leak.
Gayle
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Rune
28 July 2024
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
2 netter i Motala
Helt ok hotell, sentralt, parkering rett over gaten, god frokost. Noe slitt og gammelt, men fasilitetene er greie.
Rune
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
bo
28 October 2025
Ok rum och hotell. Kanske inte något hotell som man längtar tillbaka till.
bo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Anette
14 September 2025
Kändes som ett hotell på fallrepet… helt ok för en natt.
Helt OK för företagsresa, men allmänna korridoren hade massor av trasig lampor och några som tillochmed blivit utslitna ur väggfästen. Sängen var inte jätteskön men fungerade att sova på. Otroligt varmt på rummen, även fast det är på höstkanten, tacksam att jag fick en fläkt från personalen.
Flertalet hål i väggarna från skruv och plugg i rummet, utslitna fläckiga möbler. Kollegan min hade en minikyl som inte fungerade, och mitt rum saknade en helt. Handdukar hade varit trevligt att få utbytta halvvägs igenom vistelsen, men det blev inte så. Hotellets tv kanaler saknade ljud på ungefär hälften av dem.
Frukosten var son förväntat, med trevlig personal och schysst utbud, samt att läget var helt toppen. Önskar att mer pengar investeras i fastighetens underhåll
Viktor
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
8 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fint rum, trevlig personal i receptionen. Det enda är att det inte finns någon hylla i badrummet för necesrer.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Sofia
7 September 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Det luktade starkt på rummet och badrumsdörren gick inte att stänga, samt att toaletten spolade väldigt dåöogr. Personalen var dock fantastiskt trevlig!
Super dålig säng, knarrade otroligt mycket oskön att sova i
Dusch draperi istället för dusch vägg, tycker inte om draperi
Monika
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Marie
15 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Sängarna va väldigt sköna.Fåtöljen va sliten o hål i.Kunde iallafall varit en filt över .Skrivbordet va slitet.
Marie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Roger
9 August 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
Sådär
Litet och lite slitet rum. Obekväm säng, wifi:n var död. Fönstren var i nivå med en takparkering, inte helt inbrottsäkert att sova med öppet fönster. Annars helt OK.
Roger
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Anders
7 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fixa dörrvredet på toaletten
Bra städning. Fantastiskt bra frukost men lite trångt i matsalen. Negativt var att det var svårt att öppna toalettdörren. Det var ett vridhandtag, som kärvade. Ett barn eller en vuxen med dåliga händer hade blivit inlåst. Borde fixas. Vi hade rum 211.
Anders
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leif
6 August 2025
Helt ok hotell
Läste en del negativa kom, men kan nog avfärda dom ! Rent trevligt rum helt ok ! Och inträde till museum
Leif
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
monika
4 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotell utvärdering
Sängarna behöver bytas ut. Saknade alternativ till fil, eftersom mjölkallergi fanns. Personalen i lobbyn vid mottagandet var mycket trevlig. Tyvärr var rummet mot gatan så det var mycket rörelse och hög volym.
Tror inte att det blir ett hotell som vi kommer att återvända till.
Inte städat ordentligt. Man fick jaga personal på lördagen för att få tag på toapapper och några handdukar. Mycket dåligt utbud i baren som stängde tidigt för efter kl 21.00 så hade personalen gått hem.
Brödet var ok men bullarna kändes som om de var bakade i början av veckan.
Mycket varmt på rummet, ingen ac eller fläkt. Vi hade en liten kyl på rummet men inte våra kompisar. Vars dörr hade behövt olja. Väggarna är mycket tunna. Man hör det mesta.
Inte hotellets fel att hela centrala Motala stod utan vatten på söndagen. Vattnet försvann efter kl 6.15 på söndagsmorgonen. Ingen av personalen visste om man kunde hämta vatten någonstans. Ingen information från kommunen mer än att man skulle börja jobba med det på måndagen. Stor variation på personalens servicenivå.
Carina
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
3 August 2025
Problem med dörrlåset fick byta rum till ett som inte var städat.Bytte igen till rum med mycket smal säng.
Blev sedan vattenstopp pga vattenläcka
Hotell som är i stort behov av upprustning. Alldeles för varmt på rummet eftersom det varken fanns AC eller fläkt. Små badrum med för få krokar om man är två personer. Sköna sängar. Bra att det fanns kylskåp på rummet. Serviceminded personal som såg till att vi kunde lägga in våra kylklampar i frysen. Ordinär frukost. Charmigt med det marina temat.