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Visby Fängelse - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Visby with free parking

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Front of property – evening/night
Interior
Hallway
Basic Double Room | Shared kitchen
Hallway

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Skeppsbron 1, Visby, Gotland, Visby, 621 57
  • Visby Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Almedalen
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Visby Ringmur
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Visby (VBY)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room, 2 Single Beds, Sea View

Basic Double Room, 2 Single Beds, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
2 bedrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Condo, 1 Bedroom

Basic Condo, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Triple Room

Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Quadruple Room

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Room, Multiple Beds

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Cottage

Basic Cottage

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Comfort Quadruple Room

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Visby

At Visby Fängelse - Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Visby Ferry Terminal and Gotland University. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Innerstaden hostel include Gotland Museum and Wisby Strand Congress and Event Center.
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What's nearby

  • Gotland University - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Visby Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Almedalen - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Visby Ringmur - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kneippbyn Summerland Themepark - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Visby (VBY) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joda Bar & Kök - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kränku Te & Kaffe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪S:t Hans Café och Orangeri - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Österdahls Brygga - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pinchos - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Visby Fängelse - Hostel

Hostel in Visby with free parking
As a guest of Visby Fängelse - Hostel, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Visby Fängelse - Hostel also features a television in common area, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Visby hostel is smoke free.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Visby Fängelse - Hostel offers 45 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

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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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive a SMS with special check-in instructions prior to their arrival.

Pets

  • Pets: SEK 75 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

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.

  • Pet fee: SEK 75 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Bed sheets available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Visby Fängelse Hostel
Visby Fängelse Visby
Fängelse Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Visby Fängelse Visby
Visby Visby Fängelse Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Visby Fängelse
Fängelse
Visby Fängelse
Visby Fängelse - Hostel Visby
Visby Fängelse - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Visby Fängelse - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Visby

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Visby Fängelse - Hostel?

Visby Fängelse - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Visby Fängelse - Hostel?

Yep, Visby Fängelse - Hostel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Visby Fängelse - Hostel?

The closest beach to Visby Fängelse - Hostel is Tofta Beach (18.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Visby Fängelse - Hostel?

No, Visby Fängelse - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Visby Fängelse - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Reviews

Visby Fängelse - Hostel Reviews

7.0

Good

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 423 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

RUBEN GUSTAF

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Roland, Visby

Former prison with small rooms(cell) but everything is there. The beds are not soft!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shared kitchen was dirty. Common areas smelled bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Affordable, bed was comfortable, easy access to the showers and toilet. I also like how near it is to the ferry terminal. I am just disappointed the lamp by the lower bunk in Cell 27 was not working, and the wall outlet is a bit far from the beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Azu

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Afirzai

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Tomson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the ferry terminal and old town. Rooms are simple and clean, the bathrooms and kitchens were clean and had lots of hot water. Luggage room was outside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Birgitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Arto

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Siivooja teki työnsä ihan ok ja neuvoi myös meitä mihin laittaa pyörät. Muuta henkilökuntaa ei näkynyt. Majoitustiloissa
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Erika

Okej ställe för en natt. Inte så fräscha toaletter. Saknades gardiner, så det gick inte att mörklägga eller få insynsskydd.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

annica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Johnni

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

Caos

Quarto ruim, ate dimento péssimo
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lena

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Läget är bra men standarden väldigt låg.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lena

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dick

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fthawit Redie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Bilal

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024