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Gästisbacken

2.5 star property

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Front of property
Restaurant
Plasma TV
Restaurant
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July

Explore the area

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Gästisbacken 5, Alfta, 822 30
  • Place, Bollnas Church
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Bollnas Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Bolleberget
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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A room with two beds, a window with curtains, a desk with a lamp, and a floral wallpaper.

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Alfta

At Gästisbacken, you'll be 18.9 km (11.8 mi) from Bollnas Church and 19.8 km (12.3 mi) from Bollnas Museum and Art Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include free weekday breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a television in a common area and a lift. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Alfta hotel include Karlslundsbadet and Bolleberget.

What's nearby

  • Bollnas Church - 22 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Bollnas Museum and Art Gallery - 22 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Karlslundsbadet - 23 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Bolleberget - 27 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Farmhouses of Halsingland - 49 min drive - 47.7 km

Getting around

  • Alfta OKQ8 Bus Stop - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bettans Gatukök - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beyan´s Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Elvens Antik och Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grillköket Alfta - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Betaniaförsamlingen - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Gästisbacken

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 3 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly Gästisbacken also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This Alfta hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Gästisbacken offers 34 accommodations with minibars and blackout curtains. Plasma televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Alfta hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
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The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for SEK 200.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: SEK 200.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Sweden. This property is rated 2 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 2.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Alfta Gästgiveri
Gästisbacken Hotel
Gästisbacken Alfta
Gästisbacken Hotel Alfta

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gästisbacken?

Gästisbacken offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gästisbacken?

As of 26 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gästisbacken on 30 June 2026 start from AU$245, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Gästisbacken?

Yep, Gästisbacken has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Gästisbacken?

The closest beach to Gästisbacken is Karlslundsbadet (17.8 km).

Does Gästisbacken serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gästisbacken?

No, Gästisbacken does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gästisbacken?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gästisbacken?

No, pets are not allowed.

Gästisbacken Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 137 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Knut Magne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet place in the Swedish countryside. Excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel have amazing ”public” spaces. Old charm made fresh great people really good food and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little hotel in historical mansion

Simple and confortable rooms in a historical Building. Good breakfast and excellent lunch offer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
K
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I apent 1 night in the amazing place and had the best experience ever! The owner and his son were the most welcoming person he met. They helped me to go to a bike shop and an accompanied me. And provided me with food and they were wonderful! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Staffan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fint værelse. God morgenmad. Ærgerligt de ikke serverer aftensmad
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ja
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enkelt boende i pensionatsklass till hotellpris. Jag upplevde sängen som obekväm, det lät från ventilationen, enkel frukost med det nödvändigaste. Bra läge nära mina kunder i området.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mysigt boende, gott om parkering, hemtrevligt och välskött. Bra med sällskapsutrymmen om man reser flera.
Dubbelrum
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Prisvärt och charmigt

Inga problem med incheckning trots att vi kom sent. Fina omgivningar, charmigt och mkt vänlig personal. God frukost. Bra sängar. Måste ha fönstren vidöppna pga värmen och saknade insektsnät.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fina allmänna ytor inklusive härlig trädgård men rummet var trist. Bra frukost och mycket serviceminded personal!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trevlig vistelse. Bra frukost, dock saknade jag mjölk. Rent och snyggt.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fräscht hotell med gamla anor

Fräscht hotell med enkel standard. Rummet var välstädat och hade bra sängar. Lite lyhört men lugnt läge. Möjligtvatt äta frukost både inne eller ute på altanen, enkel frukost med goda råvaror.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Dr

Mycket trevlig personal med toppenfrukost och lunch. Dessvärre ingen städning under hela veckat
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Toppen ställe
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enkla rum men en väldigt mysig miljö vid servering.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Cathrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kulturhistorisk goding

Mycket bra boende centralt i Alfta. När till Edsbyn. Prydligt och en väl förvaltad kulturbyggnad. Väldigt god frukost. Trevlig personal och allt fungerade enligt avtal.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gästisbacken

Bara bra att säga om detta lilla hotell.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kristina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
God frukost, trevligt bemötande men tråkiga rum o tråkig standard på badrum. Rummen känns mer som en institution än ett mysigt gästis
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Christin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastiska smörgåsar till em kaffet. Fantastiskt god middag. Rummet var fint med TVÅ sköna kuddar. Inga tjocka gummikuddar. Supergod frukost.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rummen kunde vara lite mer trevlig. Kanske någonti

Väldigt sterila rum, trasiga fönsterhakar. Trevlig matsal, mycket god frukost. Kallt på rummet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Funkade bra fast det var obemannat på kvällen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Genomresa

Enkelt att parkera, helt okej rum. Jättetrevlig personal och en mycket trevlig frukost. Återkommer gärna.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Levde upp till förväntningarna. Svalt och tyst rum. Mycket trevlig och serviceinriktad personal. Mycket god frukost. Återvänder gärna.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023