Located near a train station, Hotell Gamla Fängelset is a great choice for a stay in Umea. Guests looking to stay active can experience 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 travellers 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 and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 on-site 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 fridge
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Conference space (452 square feet)
Services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Facilities
Built in 1861
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairwells
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hairdryer (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
Cots/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 that there's a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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 that you 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 social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotell Gamla Fängelset and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as 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 6 minutes' walk from Umea City Church.
Hotell Gamla Fängelset Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
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
8 Oct 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
6 May 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
2 Nov 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
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10/10 Exceptional
11 May 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
24 May 2022
shaden
shaden, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
4 Mar 2022
Sophia
Sophia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Sep 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
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8/10 Very good
2 Aug 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
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Jul 2021
olivier
olivier, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2021
Very friendly staff, good location and nice place altogether.
Verified traveller
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Feb 2021
Paulina
Paulina, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
4 Aug 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
2 Dec 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
2 Apr 2019
Darius
Darius, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Sep 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
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Aug 2018
Shayla
Shayla, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
Maria Brodin -Holm
Maria Brodin -Holm, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan 2025
Ann
Ann, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
11 Jan 2025
Mysigt hotell men dålig sömn
Det här är ett charmigt och rustikt hotell med mycket trevlig och tillmötesgående personal. Sängarna är dock rätt så knöliga och kudden alldeles för hög. Det är även lyhört mellan cellerna. Tyvärr sov jag knappt alls under min vistelse.
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2024
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2024
Ulf
Ulf, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Dec 2024
Kent
Kent, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
2 Dec 2024
Johan
Johan, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Nov 2024
Ett mysigt litet hotell med mycket trevlig personal