Hotel Skansen is located in central Färjestaden on the island of Öland. This historic, family-run hotel is 1.9 mi away from Öland Bridge. It offers the world's largest whiskey selection, a swimming pool and free public parking. The modern guest rooms at Hotel Skansen feature free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some also have a seating area and work desk. The on-site restaurant serves Nordic specialties, often prepared with seasonal, local ingredients. During the summer, Skansen Hotel’s large terrace is an ideal spot to enjoy a meal or a drink. Leisure options include a bookable spa with a sauna, a hot tub and massage treatments. Guests also have complimentary access to the fitness center located next door to Hotel Skansen. Hotel Skansen is 984 feet away from a beach along Kalmar Strait. Other area activities include golf, such as at Saxnäs Golf Club, a 10-minute drive away. Hotel staff can recommend nearby shopping centers and other attractions.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.5
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rafal
    Poland Poland
    Very friendly and helpful staff. Delicious breakfast.
  • Bobs
    United States of America United States of America
    Nice rooms, good breakfasts, friendly staff, and the spa was a pleasant addition. Great base for exploring Orland and the Kalmar area.
  • Nick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good price. Clean. Good location. Comfortable. Lovely breakfast.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Steakhouse • Local • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Hotel Skansen
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Off-site
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – indoorAdditional charge
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules

Hotel Skansen takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
SEK 355 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
SEK 425 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Hotel Skansen accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving after 22:00 are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that reservations for spa treatments are recommended.

Please inform Hotel Skansen of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Hotel Skansen

  • Hotel Skansen has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Room options at Hotel Skansen include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • The prices at Hotel Skansen may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Hotel Skansen is 1,150 feet from the center of Färjestaden. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hotel Skansen on this page.

  • Hotel Skansen offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Beauty services
    • Open-air bath
    • Facial treatments
    • Locker rooms
    • Waxing services
    • Live music/Performance
    • Makeup services
    • Swimming pool
    • Manicure
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Pedicure
    • Aerobics
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • The nearest beach is 2,300 feet from Hotel Skansen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hotel Skansen is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.