Scandic Backadal vs Similar Hotels

Many guests report problems: no air conditioning leading to very hot rooms, noisy/thin walls, occasional rooms without windows, poor beds and small room sizes for families.

General feedback indicates basic room quality with outdated amenities.

Some reviews mentioned room views being lacking.

Guests appreciated the spacious and well-designed rooms.

Multiple mentions of dirty or stained bed linens and curtains, bad smells in rooms and corridors, and flies in the restaurant — cleanliness is a notable negative issue.

Multiple reviews indicate issues with cleanliness, including mold and unclean bathrooms.

Standard quality for this hotel tier.

Reviews indicate a generally clean environment with some mentions of maintenance issues.

Frequently noted as conveniently located (near E6, easy access to town, parking available); location is a clear positive.

Location described as somewhat distant but not overwhelmingly negative.

Conveniently located near activities.

Located in a quiet area, which was appreciated by guests.

Numerous comments praise staff and reception (friendly, helpful, specific staff helped rebook); service is consistently reported as a strong point.

Some mention friendly service, but there are accounts of poor treatment upon check-in.

Friendly staff mentioned in reviews.

Consistently noted as friendly and accommodating by guests.

Breakfast is repeatedly described as very good/excellent and varied; occasional complaints (flies in restaurant) are noted but overall F&B is a strength.

Significant criticism of breakfast quality was noted, alongside some positives.

Breakfast had good reviews, offering variety.

Variety in breakfast and overall quality well-received, though some issues noted.

Mixed: family facilities (kids areas, pool) and breakfast facilities are good, but several mentions of missing in-room amenities (no kettle/coffee, no mini-fridge), small fitness centre and cold pool reduce the score.

Facilities are mentioned as outdated but some guests appreciated the free parking.

Basic amenities mentioned; could use improvements.

Good amenities, although some come with additional charges.

Guests often call the hotel reasonably priced and family-friendly with good kids' options, though some service/room issues temper perceived value.

Comments suggest that the price is fair, though with several caveats regarding quality.

Value perceived as reasonable according to feedback.

Some reviews mention high prices for certain aspects, affecting perceived value.