Reviews of Hotel Vanilla 3 stars
Kyrkogatan 38, Centrum, 41115 Gothenburg, Sweden
#19 of 77 hotels in Gothenburg
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 509 hotel reviews
8.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.8
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Comfort
8.8
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Location
9.6
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Facilities
8.3
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Staff
9.1
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Value for money
8.5
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Free WiFi
9.0
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Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Tiff
United Kingdom10 reviews9.0“Characterful hotel in central but quiet location”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Frontage and signs very low key. I walked right past it due to rain storm and got soaked. No reception available after 9pm.
Single room which was small but very well set up. Various places to sit outside the room including a courtyard. Reception friendly.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Ardella
Canada8 reviews9.0“Very convenient central location and accommodating staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Parking facilities very limited for mid-size car. But understand limitations of older buildings in city centre.
Modern and fresh decor
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Corinne
Germany38 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Lovely stay for short trip”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Lovely hotel right in the middle of Göteborg. Really cozy vibes, nice room and the breakfast was very good too.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 29 May 2024
John
United Kingdom16 reviews5 helpful votes9.0“Lovely little hotel right in the middle of town.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The only negative is because it is an historic building they cannot install a lift - you have to take your suitcase up 1 or 2 flights of stairs, so it’s poor for accessibility.
It was in a very good location in the centre of town and a couple of minutes walk to trams and busses. Plenty of places to eat nearby too. Rooms were a decent size and the breakfast was nice. Staff were helpful too.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Naja
Denmark1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Soft beds, maybe too soft for some.
Clean room and good size bathroom.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Paul
United Kingdom25 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Welcoming and characterful hotel centrally located.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
We have stayed before and even in the same room. As its at the top of the building it gets hot and stuffy when it's warm weather but if we left the window open at night we were disturbed by the noise of nearby premises clearing out rubbish. Same noises early in the morning. Hence we slept badly.
The location is excellent for transport and shops and being central. The breakfast room is nice and relaxed. Nice to have an outdoor courtyard as well especially when it's warm weather. Breakfast was fine though I missed having filmjölk! The choices were a little limited but everything was fresh and great to have coffee/ tea on offer through the day too. We were able to check in early as our room was ready which really helped us enjoy being in Gothenburg.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Maria
Switzerland9 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
the Hotel is lovely very well located, the staff was always available, breakfast buffet was delicious
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Kristy
Australia13 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Comfy room in the centre of town”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Not much - be mindful there seemed to be no elevator so you need to carry your luggage up a set or two of stairs.
Great location in the heart of Gothenburg yet still quiet for a great nights sleep. Bed was very comfortable and a great shower. Great value for money and walkable to all attractions.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Matija
Croatia1 review9.0“HAd a great stay at the Vanilla hotel. Value for money is excellent and the location is amazing.”- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
Some dust in the corners and noise from the street but it is expected since the hotel is located in the center of the city.
The room was very cozy with enough space and appliances. The bathroom was very spacious and clean.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Roberts
Latvia8 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great place for a quiet night stay in the city heart”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to dislike, everything was great!
Perfect location, city center. Despite that it is located in city center, nights were very quiet. Good breakfast, nice staff. And everything was super clean. Beds were very comfortable. Also a big plus-We arrived after check in time past 21:00, we received the door code to enter the hotel and on the counter was an envelope with our name on it, with room keys. Everything was easy to find and understand. Definitely suggesting this place
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Ioannis
Greece10 reviews9.0Superb- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Excellent service, warm and welcoming atmosphere and very polite and professional personnel. Everyone was more than willing to help. We were pleased to meet Angela, who worked the days we stayed in the hotel and was a very efficient, calm, and administratively qualified staff member at the facility. Overall, we will choose to stay again on our next visit
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Magnus
Sweden28 reviews3 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Location and anyway quiet
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Tjasa
Slovenia10 reviews8.0“Cosy little hotel with wonderful breakfast area, comfortable room for a short stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
The room we got was a bit too small but doable if you need it only to sleep in. Personally, I think the water in the shower could be a bit hotter but other than that, I had no negative observation.
The hotel is located in the very centre of Gothenburg which is definitely of a big value. The staff is friendly and helpful. The breakfast consists of various options (sweet, savoury). Very comfortable, very soft bed.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Elisabet
Sweden37 reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Charming smaller hotel right in the centre of Gothenburg close to everything!”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Would have been nice with cappucino or caffe latte coffee for breakfast and more choice of fresh fruits (only thin slices of orange available).
Charming smaller hotel right in the centre of Gothenburg close to central station, shops and restaurants. Very friendly and serviceminded staff. Would like to stay there again!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Andreas
Germany127 reviews14 helpful votes9.0“Very nice hotel in the city center”- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Bed too soft for my taste
Very nice building and friendly staff
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Anette
Sweden5 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Nice little hotel, great breakfast, great location. Would stay here again.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Julie
United Kingdom30 reviews7 helpful votes8.0“Central and comfortable”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No lift and a circular staircase made carrying heavy luggage to 2nd floor rooms very hard. noise from building work outside (not in control of the hotel), would have liked to have been warned before arrival. Very noisy from 07:30/8:00
Centrally located, good breakfast, helpful staff, comfortable bed
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 22 March 2024
John
United Kingdom37 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Close to centre. Room was superb.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Michael
Australia11 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Great location and friendly staff. Clean and comfy!”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Apartment
- • Stayed 3 nights
As a sleep expert by day, I did notice a dripping sound coming from the heater or the in-room fridge. I was OK with it but others may find it distracting.
Great location between Gothenburg Central Station and the city centre. Staff were very friendly and helpful. I didn't get to try the breakfast. Room was very clean and roomy, and I was surprised to see that the cleaning staff cleaned and put away my dirty dishes when I was at work during the day - (tack så mycket!). As a sleep expert by day, I can say that the bed, linen and pillows were very comfortable. The kitchenette had the right amount of cutlery and utensils.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Wendy
Spain6 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No emergency kit available
Location
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Anna
Sweden4 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nice beds and it was quiet.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Dace
Latvia1 review1 helpful vote9.0“Nice and central hotel with clean and comfortable rooms”- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
No teaspoons in tea/coffee preparation set - that seemed strange. Standard breakfast - I was hoping for some local specialties (like some type of fish? Maybe cottage cheese? Anything at all to make southern Sweden breakfast instead of boring basics).
Room was very clean and warm (important because I was travelling in cold and rainy conditions). In the bathroom were separate floor heating and heated towel rack - all of those options adjustable according to individual needs!! The mattress was especially comfortable:)
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Helen
Sweden2 reviews9.0“Clean and Comfy”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Could of been on the first floor a the stars were a bit Difficult for a pair of senior cutizens with suitcases .
Very clean room with comfy beds Location
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Kurumkan
Sweden14 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Shower room should be inspected
Great location
Stayed in January 2024
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