Hotel 1861

Hotels
8.8 (1768 reviews)
Storgatan 62 , Umeå , SE

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Cycling
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1768 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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Wiberg • couple • se
9
Pros:

Mysigt

2026-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Leena • extended_group • fi
10
Pros:

Erilainen hotelli, yö sellissä! Ihan ok vuode ja asiallinen aamiainen.

Cons:

Selli oli asianmukaisen karu, mutta sähköpistokkeita voisi vähän lisätä.

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Helén • couple • se
9
2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • solo_traveller • se
8
2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Anders • couple • se
9
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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naykko220 • couple • fr
10
Nice place
Pros:

Wonderful place, super location and very clean

Cons:

cells aren't big but it's ok haha

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Elin • solo_traveller • se
6
Okej
Pros:

Annorlunda

Cons:

rummen var kalla så man frös på natten

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Mikael • family_with_children • se
9
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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eleni_ra • solo_traveller • gr
10
Pros:

Very polite staff, nicely maintained building, many amenities.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Margus • solo_traveller • ee
8
Pros:

Hea asukaoht. Vaikne

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Anna-Karin • solo_traveller • se
9
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Miikka • couple • se
4
Cons:

Jag tyckte inte om när det utlovades att parkering ingick i priset vilket visade sig inte vara sant.Det fanns inga platser alls.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Janne • solo_traveller • fi
10
Pros:

Tosi kiva majoituspaikka ja helppo sijainti.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Rasmus • couple • fi
8
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • fi
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • se
10
Optimalt för en kort vistelse i staden.
Pros:

Lätt att sova bra i en liten cell när det är sköna sängar och tyst runt omkring. Fräscht och rent. Optimalt läge för mig. Trevlig och glad personal. Bra för en kortare vistelse.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Lintula • extended_group • fi
9
Trevligt och personligt hotell, med en intressant historia.
Pros:

Vi bodde i Anexet med ungdomar, fungerade väldigt bra. Stora rum, egen dusch & toalett och även kokmöjlighet/pentry. En trevlig positiv överraskning var de mjuka badrockarna som ingick.

Cons:

Frukosten var lite sparsam; det fanns det mesta, som behövdes till frukost, men det var lite sparsamt. Personalen kom hela tiden och fyllde på, men frukosten var mer "kantinkänsla" än hotellfrukost.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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DUROY • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Thomas C • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Interesting idea to turn the building into a boutique hotel. Great breakfast, good WiFi, central location. Very friendly staff.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Annika • solo_traveller • se
8
Cons:

Märkte en försämring av frotté handdukar. Okej att badrocken är skippad, förstår att den tar mycket plats och tvätt. Men märkte att handduken var liten och inte mjuk.
För övrigt mycket prisvärt och bra, fräscht boende med historia🗝️

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee