Långholmsmuren 20, Södermalm, 11733 Stockholm, Sweden
#17 of 195 hotels in Stockholm
Guests' ChoiceBased on 278 hostel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 September 2024
Stephanie
AustraliaOur room, as expected, was tiny, and had single beds. It was a little cold and I did not understand how the old fashioned metal heater worked. There are no shops close by and at night there is no one around when you walk back from the bus or train. But it does feel like a safe area. You do need to walk quite a bit to get there, through parklands and streets, but it was ok.
It was an interesting experience to stay in a prison. The hotel is in a lovely, green area, with river and parkland. Staff were helpful and polite. The hotel was very clean. The room was cute, very small of course. Breakfast buffet was nice, in a lovely room. It was very quiet at night. A really fun experience.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 18 September 2024
Michaela
Czech RepublicOrdering extras is a little bit complicated, we had no choice to change number of breakfasts due to early check out I do not know how many people arrive with their own bed sheets. Maybe it could be included in the price for the room, not as an extra
Excellent breakfast Near the city center, but quiet locality in the park
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 17 September 2024
Sonia
AustraliaNothing comes to mind.
It’s located in a nice area, near the water and natural reserve. The setting is excellent and breakfast delicious and abundant. Close to Hornstull station where airport buses stop.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
Catherine
United KingdomNo kettle in the room to make coffee although there was one in the shared kitchen bit of a walk from room
Funky Cells to stay in , clean and comfortable. Beautiful location for a get away stay so relaxing
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Forbes
Canadawindow was hard to access if you are older. I used my cane to open and shut.
room was well fitted, with club chair, desk and chair and smaller TV, a short taxi or Uber ride from train station, lovely park like setting with swimming. Because it is a former prison, doors and walls are thick so very quiet. I got my days mixed up and didn't get my things packed up; I was supposed to move to another room because I booked late. Staff left things in room and arranged for me to stay there that night. Because the hostel is also a hotel has exceptional dinning room. A bit pricey for a hostel but great food. They do have sandwiches etc available in frig a reception. There is a reading room space if you wish to hang out someplace rather than your room or the bar. I am looking forward to going back
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Chiara
SwedenSheets and towels are not included and they are a bit pricey.
Nice location. Very nice facility and surroundings. Amazing restaurant attached.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Forbes
CanadaLater dining times would have been good Got there tooo late for dinner
The place was amazing for a hostel and it had hotel quality dining. Outdoor activities looked great though I was not there long enough to use. When I told a couple of Swedes about staying there, one had stayed there and loved it, the other recommended the dining room; very quiet, thick walls
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Sarah
United KingdomLovely quiet location, only 10 minutes walk from metro and bus stops. Novel accommodation in former prison. Room was small but very well equipped - everything needed was there. Staff were great. Breakfast buffet was excellent value. Guest kitchen very well equipped and very clean.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Michelle
GuatemalaTowels and sheets not included. The hotel is expensive already not to include these.
Well located and clean.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Paula
SpainThe price was quite high for what was included in our reservation. Over 200€/night for a small room with bunk beds and no food included was a bit overpriced.
The scenery is really pretty, and the staff was quite friendly and efficient. The room was clean and easy to find.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Siebe
BelgiumNo major complaints.
Had a very pleasant stay. Location is beautiful, but far from city centre (but close enough to Public Transport). Staff was very helpfull, could check in a bit earlier & used the cheap laundry service. Breakfast was plenty but not to my taste.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Zeynep
PolandThe rooms are so small so I'd not recommend for longer stay. You pay money for bed sheets and towels so be prepared.
It was really interesting experience to stay in jail-turned-to-hotel. I'd recommend to everyone to stay here if you are in Stockholm for a couple of days.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Robert
PolandExtremely clean and the beds were very comfy.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Stojan
SerbiaA bit of a walk to get off the island
Very beautiful and authentic
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Luke
United KingdomHaving to make the bed and pay for shampoo/conditioner. Quite pricey for what is considered a hostel.
Very good theme and staff also a modern and updated prison feel.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Christopher
SlovakiaFor the price I paid, nothing could have been better, it exceeded my expectations by far. The location might be a problem for some people, but for me it was fine.
Every now and again I stay somewhere that exceeds my expectations...this place was one of those times. A very friendly man at reception, a spacious shower room with natural window light, and a room with everything I needed including a comfortable bed. All this in an ex-prison! I had a better night's sleep here than I had in a Hilton hotel in Rome a few weeks earlier. During the night is was so quiet, not surprising when you see how thick the walls are! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Silve
EstoniaLocation is bit far from central if you are travelling without car. Room was little bit cold and you need to wait warm shower ~5min. Room dosent have anything in price. Everything is extra cost, -bedsheets, towel, water, breakfast..
It's a cool opportunity to stay in a former prison. It's hostel and museum 2in1 :) Clean and nice.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Mirela
United KingdomAlthough i do understand the reasoning, i didn't quite appreciated having to pay for sheets and towels.
The room was small, but it felt just the right size for a solo traveler, it was clean and had good facilities. The breakfast was amazing, very varied, well worth the money. The whole hotel is big and lovely decorated. And the museum onsite is worth a look.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Simrit
United KingdomLoved the historical significance
Exquisite experience
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Seyran
Turkeythe room was too small for us(tall persons), but acceptable depending the price.
Breakfast was good, staff were nice and location is close to the public transportation. The prison concept is very inspiring. The whole staying process was 9/10 for us.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Chiara
ItalyBreakfast buffet, location and structure
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Selma36
IndonesiaThe location is sooooo hard to find, could be great if there's an instruction on how to get there for non-locals. 20 mins to the centrals using trains, and 1 hour using the bus. Uses bus more because its closer to the locations. I also got lost one time as well loses 2 hours of my time to find the locations or maybe its just me who is bad with maps :"). But still the staff that welcomes us really make the whole trip worth it.
The staff is fantastic, they were very friendly and understanding. I come in late night and they are still quite energetic and welcoming, especially after a long travel. There's a museum you can go during your visit! And its certainly a cultural experience since the place have a history behind it. The room is also very clean. But still compared to other hostel
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Efe
HungaryThe first day we arrived. The receptionist kind of scolded us for their sheet/towel policy even though we reserved a private room.
Clean, close to metro and comfortable
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Ekaterina
BelarusIn twin room it is not a pleasure at all to get to the bed at the top and to sleep there being worried not to fall down.
It is a former prison, so it is like to leave in the museum . Very good breakfast. Nice staff and surroundings
Stayed in March 2024
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