Hotel 1861

Hotels
8.8 (1675 reviews)
Storgatan 62 , Umeå , se

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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

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 1675 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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Robert • solo_traveller • de
10
Ever slept in a prison?
Pros:

Authentic experience, very well maintained hotel and clean communal bathroom facilities.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Albert • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Per • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Korteniemi • solo_traveller • se
4
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Salgueiro • solo_traveller • pt
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Ida • couple • se
7
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • se
10
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • se
9
Avslappnande miljö👍
Pros:

Närheten till stan

Cons:

Lite för lyhört och frukosten kunde ha bjudit på lite frukt/nötter eventuellt även scramble eggs/bacon😋

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Vigdis • solo_traveller • no
9
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Tommy • solo_traveller • se
8
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Helinä • solo_traveller • fi
9
Pros:

Hyvin siisti, hiljainen, edullinen paikka lähellä keskustaa. Kun saa vielä aamiaisen tähän hintaan ei voi kun olla tyytyväinen. Aamiaiseen ei kuulunut lämpimiä ruokia mutta kun ottaa hinnan huomioon niin en oikein tiedä kuinka voisin enemmän kehua tätä hotellia. Jos tule Uumajaan niin tulen taatusti tänne takaidin. Henkilökunta oli erittäin ystävällinen.

Cons:

Wc tilat ja suihkut käytävällä. Tämä oli tiedossa etukäteen eikä haitannut.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Leah • solo_traveller • no
8
Pros:

Character, comfortable, nice vibe, useful bathrobes and loan slippers

Cons:

Just a little bit noisy because the old cells open onto a central area and have heavy doors, so you hear them opening and closing through the night as people go to the loo. But I would stay again. Basic but perfectly adequate breakfast.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Gerald • extended_group • de
9
Einzigartiger Übernachtungsort mit sehr gutem Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis
Pros:

Interessantes Konzept, in einem alten Gefängnis zu übernachten... Zimmer und Lage sind Klasse, Frühstück hat wenig eingepacktes. Einchecken und alles administrative super entspannt und einfach.

Cons:

Beim Frühstück hätte es etwas vielfältiger sein können.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • extended_group • se
7
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • solo_traveller • se
6
Pros:

Bra läge, bra parkering, enkelt att checka in, trevlig personal.

Cons:

Sakande handdukar, fanns inte på rummet eller i duschrummen. Jag kollade överallt HCP toa, damernas osv. Måste blivit en miss den dagen.
Jag sova bra fram till 04.15 då ett helt gäng högljudda män på övervåningen skulle åka iväg, så det diskuterades högt, sprangs i ståltrappan, knackades (för att väcka någon)och smälldes i dörrar i en halvtimme, sen blev det stilla igen men omöjligt att somna om... Jag förstår att det är lyhört och inte ert fel att det blev så men jag vill ändå dela min upplevelse.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Erwin • couple • at
9
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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IZOLACE • extended_group • cz
10
Pros:

Velmi zajímavý prostor, velmi hezké ubytování, rádi využijeme opakovaně

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Walde • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Gebäudeursprung, obwohl die Zimmer daher klein waren.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Paulino Suárez • solo_traveller • es
7
Pros:

Sitio histórico y pintoresco

Cons:

Los baños estan muy lejos de las habitaciones y las camas son muy estrechas

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • de
8
Sehr originell und absolut empfehlenswert!
Pros:

Es ist schon was Besonderes in diese Enge mit Gitterstäben an den Fenstern in einer ehemaligen Gefängniszelle zu Zweit zu übernachten. Ich finde das „Experiment“ sehr gelungen, um es als besondere Unterkunftmöglichkeit anzubieten. Es ist was Einzigartiges mal hinter „Schwedischen Gardinen“ eine Nacht zu erleben. Uns hat es beeindruckt und wir können es nur empfehlen mal auszuprobieren.

Cons:

Sehr originell, aber vielleicht nicht jedermanns Sache. Aber nur Mut, am nächsten Tag ist man ja wieder in „Freiheit“ und das Frühstück war auch wesentlich besser als nur „trocken Brot und Wasser“.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee