WELCOME TO A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE!
Experience a unique and affordable accommodation in Umeå’s old prison!
Spend the night in a cell, visit the museum and learn more about the prison’s history!
In response to Corona virus (Covid- 19) additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at Hotell Gamla Fängelset.
HOTELL GAMLA FÄNGELSET
This unique hotel is housed in a historic building that has been carefully renovated to maintain the original environment. Centrally located near the university, 5 minutes walking distance to the city center and close to several attractions.
SLEEP WELL IN PRISON CELLS
Sleep well in single or two-bed cells with large windows and comfortable beds. Double-, four-bed rooms and a separate Annex are available for families and friends
MEETINGS & CONFERENCES
Book a conference in a unique meeting environment! We offer meeting rooms and conference packages for groups up to 38 people as well as affordable accommodation packages.
RENT THE PRISON HOTEL
Rent the entire hotel! An unbeatable and unique accommodation option available for sports teams, associations, companies and groups!
HISTORY
The old prison in Umeå was built in 1861 and is Umeå’s oldest stone building that survived the fire of 1888. The prison is now a historic monument managed by the National Property Board.
FOOD & BEVERAGE, SHOPPING & EXPERIENCES
In Umeå there are dozens of cozy restaurants, pubs and cafés to visit. The city and surroundings offer a lot of activities and attractions!
WHAT PREVIOUS GUESTS SAY ABOUT US
FLIGHT
Umeå airport – 4,4 km Örnsköldsviks airport – 88 km Skellefteå airport – 123 km
BUS
Flygbuss/Vasaplan – 650 m Umeå Bus station – 1 km Local bus – 250 m
TRAIN
Umeå East – 1 km Umeå Central station – 1 km
BOAT
Port of Umeå (Vasa) – 19,1 km
