Hotel 1861

Hotels
8.8 (1584 reviews)
Storgatan 62 , Umeå , se

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Interesting location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small rooms
Lack of parking instructions

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Some guests reported issues with cleanliness, particularly with bedding.
Service
9.45
Staff generally described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.49
Located in an interesting area with access to attractions.
Room Quality
7.64
Some guests found room quality lacking, with issues like small beds and unattractive decor.
Amenities
8.67
Basic amenities were provided but with noted deficiencies.
Value for Money
9.13
Good value noted, especially regarding breakfast and location.
Food and Beverage
8.68
Breakfast praised by many guests, though some problems reported with specific items.
Overall Experience
9.15
Overall, guests enjoyed their unique stay, despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 07:13

Property Description

Unique Accommodation Experience
Experience a stay like no other at Hotell Gamla Fängelset, a converted prison from 1861 with windows in every room and shared bathroom facilities.

Convenient Amenities
Guests can enjoy access to a fully equipped kitchen, common TV room, as well as ironing and laundry facilities during their stay.

Local Dining and Attractions
Indulge in delicious meals and drinks at Restaurant Lilla Krogen Brasserie & Bar, conveniently situated nearby. Explore popular attractions like Umeå University, Västerbottens Museum, and Norrlandsoperan just a short walk away.

Important information:

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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: UME

Property Policies

  • Groups

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for SEK 100 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for SEK 200 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1584 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.49
Room Quality: 7.64
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 9.13
Food and Beverage: 8.68
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Carola • solo_traveller • se
10
Charmigt och mysigt :) Välstädat överallt och en jättefin frukost! Trevlig personal och gäster:)
Pros:

Allt. Inte minst upplevelsen att sova i en cell, det var annorlunda. Gillar att det fanns ett litet museum om fängelset också:)

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • se
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Kristina • solo_traveller • se
10
Omtänksamt trevligt och väldigt prisvärt!
Pros:

Rent trevligt omtänksamt

Cons:

Skeletten i entrén. Ger ett barnsligt och ovärdigt intryck som inte alls motsvarar all den värme och omtänksamhet som boendet i övrigt signalerar

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Kerstin • solo_traveller • se
9
Personalen var bäst, miljön var enkel men trivsam.
Pros:

Mycket tillmötesgående, hjälpsam och trevlig personal. Bra att få använda köket. Fick med en frukostpåse eftersom jag lämnade så tidigt.

Cons:

Priset var högt på grund av att Svenska Rallyt pågick i trakten.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • se
10
Mysig, autentisk och behaglig
Pros:

Jag gillar verkligen det historiska med min vistelse, det gav ytterligare en dimension i fängelset att det fanns både museum och fång-detaljer i miljön.
Jag var väldigt nära min kursplats vilket underlättade mycket också.
Personalen var väldigt trevliga och hjälpsamma.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • solo_traveller • se
8
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Tomas • extended_group • se
8
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Lotta • solo_traveller • se
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Mona-Lisa • solo_traveller • se
7
Pros:

Rent och ombonat.
Vandrarhemsstandard, enkel frukost och enkla sängar med resårmadrass.
Fick det jag betalade för.
Fin personal, bra läge.
Gratis parkering med motorvärmare.

Cons:

Kuddarna var väldigt mjuka, lite dålig ventilation på rummet efter en natt.
Spegeln hade ramlat ner, vore bra om den hade satts upp. Men bara småsaker som var lite negativt.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • solo_traveller • se
8
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Jonas • extended_group • se
6
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Magnus • couple • fi
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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oliver • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Marianne • extended_group • se
4
Häftigt att bo på ett fängelse men standarden lever inte upp till priset.
Pros:

Bra frukost med trevlig personal

Cons:

Att det inte fanns toalett, dusch eller TV på rummet. Ett rum som kostar ca 2 000 kr per natt bör kunna erbjuda sådana basfasciliteter.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Mats • couple • se
7
Häftigt boende
Pros:

Häftigt boende att få sova i denna miljö

Cons:

Gärna en tv i rummet eller ett större tv rum. Ett handfat i rummet.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Henrik • solo_traveller • se
9
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Aryan • solo_traveller • se
5
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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catrin • solo_traveller • se
10
Hemtrevligt!
Pros:

Hemtrevligt o mysigt boende, rent o snyggt. Trevlig personal. Kommer att bo där igen.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Anna-Karin • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

Ett underbart hotell mysigt och trevligt

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Annika • solo_traveller • se
8
Historiskt trevligt hotell. Har precis vad som behövs.
Pros:

Fantastisk frukost.

Cons:

Litt kyligt på rummet

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee