Hotell Gamla Fängelset is a converted prison from 1861 located in central Umeå and offers free WiFi and breakfast. All rooms have windows and shared bathroom facilities. Guests have access to a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator, as well as a common TV room. Ironing and laundry facilities are available in the hotel. Restaurant Lilla Krogen Brasserie & Bar is located in the building next door, offering food and drinks in a relaxed setting. Guests can dine outdoors in the garden during the summer. The main railway station is a 15-minute walk away. Hotell Gamla Fängselet is a short walking distance from Umeå University, Umeå University hospital, Västerbottens Museum, Bildmuseet and Norrlandsoperan. Umeå Airport is 12 minutes away by bus.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
2 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
and
2 large double beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Umeå
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Amanda
    Finland Finland
    Comfortable and clean, friendly staff and a very unique stay! Recommend!
  • Robert
    Denmark Denmark
    Very nice hotel with a history of being a former prison. Close to the city centre. Friendly staff. Very affordable .Highly recommended.
  • Piet
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Historic building, the old prison, where you still see the old setting, but now modernly furnished. Ande everything really clean

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Hotell Gamla Fängelset
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bathrobe
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Ironing service
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Emergency cord in bathroom
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Swedish

    House rules

    Hotell Gamla Fängelset takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 00:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Cot upon request
    SEK 100 per stay
    2 years
    Cot upon request
    SEK 100 per stay
    Extra bed upon request
    SEK 200 per child, per night
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    SEK 200 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Groups

    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Hotell Gamla Fängelset accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    If you expect to arrive after 18:00, please inform Hotell Gamla Fängelset in advance.

    Please note that during Brännbollsyran, the property cannot accept any guests under the age of 20.

    When booking for 10 or more guests other policies and payment instructions will apply.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Hotell Gamla Fängelset

    • Check-in at Hotell Gamla Fängelset is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, Hotell Gamla Fängelset is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Hotell Gamla Fängelset offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Bicycle rental

    • The prices at Hotell Gamla Fängelset may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Hotell Gamla Fängelset include:

      • Single
      • Double
      • Quadruple
      • Studio

    • Guests staying at Hotell Gamla Fängelset can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
      • Breakfast to go

    • Hotell Gamla Fängelset is 800 yards from the centre of Umeå. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.