Near Norrland's University Hospital, Hotell Gamla Fängelset offers a haven with a breakfast buffet and conference space. Active travelers will appreciate bike rentals and cycling activities while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping once per stay
2 meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Coffee/tea in a common area
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Conference space
Multilingual staff
Luggage storage
TV in a common area
Banquet hall
Bike rental
Feel at home (6)
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Blackout drapes/curtains
Elevator
Bathrobes
Limited housekeeping
Free self parking
The current price is CA $113
CA $113
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Room options
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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom
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Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Desk
16 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Double Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom
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Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
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16 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Single Room, Shared Bathroom
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Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Desk
6 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
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Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Desk
9 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Bildmuseet Museum of Contemporary Art and Visual Culture - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Utopia - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Norrland's University Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Umeå University - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Nolia - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Umea (UME) - 7 min drive
Umeå Östra Station - 13 min walk
Umeå Central Station - 15 min walk
Hörnefors Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Bodegan - 8 min walk
Restaurang Äpplet - 10 min walk
Ronyas Restaurang - 8 min walk
Gröna Älgen - 4 min walk
Orangeriet Boule & Bistro - 7 min walk
About this property
Hotell Gamla Fängelset
Located near a train station, Hotell Gamla Fängelset is a great choice for a stay in Umea. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish, Swedish
At a glance
Hotel size
28 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - noon)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast on weekday mornings 6:30 AM–8:30 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Conference space (452 square feet)
Services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Built in 1861
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for SEK 100 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for SEK 200.0 per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Fängelset
Hotell Gamla Fängelset
Hotell Gamla Fängelset Hotel
Hotell Gamla Fängelset Hotel Umea
Hotell Gamla Fängelset Umea
Hotell Gamla Fängelset Umea
Hotell Gamla Fängelset Hotel
Hotell Gamla Fängelset Hotel Umea
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotell Gamla Fängelset offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotell Gamla Fängelset does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotell Gamla Fängelset?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotell Gamla Fängelset?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotell Gamla Fängelset?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotell Gamla Fängelset and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and mountain climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.
What's the area around Hotell Gamla Fängelset like?
Hotell Gamla Fängelset is a short 7-minute drive from Umea (UME) and 3 minutes' walk from Bildmuseet Museum of Contemporary Art and Visual Culture.
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Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
Different...in a good way
This is a unique property which made for a fun stay. (My gosh though, those "prison" doors are heavy.) Everything was very clean. It made the shared bathroom factor a total non-issue. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
gregory
gregory, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2024
Stayed here five years ago, eccentric place, old county jail, as a retired nurse who had worked at a county jail and a state prison, I was delighted by the place. Tack så mycket
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2023
Fantastic stay in spacious annex
We had a fantastic stay in the hotel's annex apartment. The apartment was so spacious, clean and comfortable. We were able to get a great night's sleep, my partner away from my snoring! Check in was quick and friendly. Breakfast was a good continental selection.
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2023
It’s an amazing place. The staff is fantastic. There’s lots of pictures and history.
Christine
Christine, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
May 24, 2022
shaden
shaden, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Mar 4, 2022
Sophia
Sophia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2021
Hotell GF
Det var roligt att stanna där. Jag var nöjd med mottagen och fick tillräcklig information om allting. Städningen var perfekt i rummet, köket, toaletterna och dusch. Frukosten var också jättebra och damen som serverade den var mycket vänlig och hygglig. Hon hjälpte alla som skulle sätta sig på restaurangen. Jag tror att priset på hotellet var det enda som ganska var högt.
Ahad
Ahad, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Aug 2, 2021
Great sty
Great location, the only down-side was having to share the (very nice and clean) toilet/bathroom.
Jonas
Jonas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2021
olivier
olivier, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2021
Very friendly staff, good location and nice place altogether.
Verified traveller
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2021
Paulina
Paulina, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 4, 2020
On the booking page, they didn't marked as shared bathrooms in the rest of the rooms except for single room. I would not have chosen this hotel if I knew that all of the rooms in this hotel did not have a private toilet. I sent a message through the hotel's webpage to talk about this, but I didn't get an answer.
The room is very small. Staffs were friendly.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Dec 2, 2019
Amazing host running the place, and such a quirky place, but just be aware that it is after all an old prison, so quite basic and noisy. Breakfast included was fantastic!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2019
Darius
Darius, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2018
Would always recommend
The room is quite small but it has everything you need. The shower and toilets are very clean. The staff if absolutely amazing. They make you feel welcome and are very easy to approach.
Frida
Frida, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2018
Shayla
Shayla, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Apr 9, 2025
Lugn och skön upplevelse på detta charmiga lilla hotell.
Glad och hjälpsam personal.
Rummen är lite lyhörda. I övrigt ligger hotellet i en ganska lugn del av staden.
Frukosten som serveras är kanske inte överdådig men tyckte dom erbjöd det väsentligaste.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
Lars-Olof
Lars-Olof, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
Susanne
Susanne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 22, 2025
AMANDA
AMANDA, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Feb 19, 2025
Toppen fint. Dock väldigt enkelt och trångt (Såklart även en del utav charmen)