Expert reviews
“Guests at this hotel-hostel, in a former prison on Långholmen island, sleep on bunks in a cell, with either shared or private baths. Hotel-standard rooms are also in cells but spruced up with textured wall coverings and mod fixtures.”
“This former prison morphed into a combined hotel and hostel when the inmates were moved elsewhere in 1975. Hjalmar Branting, Sweden’s first working-class prime minister, spent three months behind bars here in 1889 for denying God and the afterlife.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Stockholm.
What guests liked
- Great food
- Great experience
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
This three-star hospitality center is situated on 20 Langholmsmuren in the Sodermalm district of Stockholm where it offers luxury and style to its guests. The hotel is located in an excellent location; it is situated right next to a beach which makes it the perfect romantic getaway for couples in the city or the ideal summer vacation spot.
The hotel is set in a former 19th-century prison building which has seen numerous renovations and refurbishment to become the modern beauty of the hotel is today. The hotel still retains some of the old prison features which are most evident in the unique cell-like rooms available in the hotel.
The Langholmen Hotell offers chic room options such as Economy Room, Single Room, and Double Room. The hotel is family-friendly which is why family accommodation option such as Family Room is available in the hotel.
An attractive and unique atrium gallery is situated right in the center of the hotel premises. This atrium dates back to the 19th century.
Vesterbro is about 400 m away from the hotel while the popular Stockholm City Hall is about 2 km away from the hotel.
The rooms of the hotel are fitted with standard amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and air conditioning. The rooms also come with a private bathroom with thoughtful touches such as free toiletries, bathrobes and bathroom slippers.
The hotel provides other services, facilities, and amenities such as luggage storage, 24-hour front desk, daily maid service and room service.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
29 December 2025
Exceptional
Cool place, love this hotel. Very valuable:)
25 December 2025
Perfect
Interesting concept. Lovely staff
Room quite small
23 December 2025
Fun and comfortable experience for a couple with 2 small dogs!
What made us choose this hotel was the free parking (almost non-existent in Stockholm otherwise) and the low extra price for dogs in the room. Just 300kr per visit, when other hotels charge a price per dog per day, which adds up quickly. The room was small, but this was expected of course. Adds up to the fun prison feeling😅 The bed was extremely comfortable, the staff was very friendly any time we needed help. Although the museum was small, it was free for guests and very interesting! Would 100% visit again next time I’m in Stockholm!
17 December 2025
Exceptional
Great location, not too far from Hornstull station for easy access to the city centre and airport bus. Rooms (cells) were well sized, well equipped and very clean. And in such an interesting place too! Definitely recommend the museum. The breakfast was excellent too, well worth the money. Overall, a great hotel which enabled us to have a great time in Stockholm!
14 December 2025
Very good
Lovely location. Excellent breakfast. Very clean.
Felt a bit strange being in a former prison, even though we knew that when we booked.
14 December 2025
Exceptional
The atmosphere. The Christmas spirit and the feeling of being in prison. The Christmas decorations were super nice and we enjoyed it all.
13 December 2025
Unique experience
Very well renovated hotel, good breakfast, and decent room
It would be great to be informed about history of the hotel during check-in
8 December 2025
Beside not cash money been accepted was fabulous
The scenario was spectacular, the sensation of sleep in a prison cell, was the best, I advice to try and see by themselves
For my case been a foreigner in business trip it's normal to carry cash and the hotel doesn't allow cash I was like where I'm gone yes this cash if no one accept it? I'll suggest that for foreign tourist and business to accept cash most of foreign cards doesn't work due to some restrictions in poss by in my case central bank the limitation in terms of quantity to be use and in some country's
3 December 2025
Just go fhere a be a prisoner in the most luxurious pridon in the world!
Unique, a must have Stockholm experience
27 November 2025
Excellent stay in an unusual building
Really helpful and friendly staff. The entire hotel is so clean , the housekeeping staff / cleaning staff do an amazing job. It’s really decorated well ( Xmas decorations were really cute too) - you can forget it was a prison ! Bed was really comfortable. The museum is really interesting and gives context for the building .
I ate at the bar one night and they just had one vegetarian option but that’s just personal preference . The food was good.
21 November 2025
Lovely hotel, friendly staff and great breakfast!
Loved the rooms, clean, warm and cosy. It was fun to be in such an original setting. The breakfast was excellent. Staff were really friendly and helpful.
Nothing, everything was great!
21 November 2025
Fantastic!!!
It’s a great atmosphere the fact that it used to be a prison makes it special. The Christmas decorations are amazing.
Nothing
19 November 2025
Very good
Quirky surroundings, really good location, just off the beaten path.
Quite warm in the room. Rooms are as one should expect quite small.
12 November 2025
Decent stay
The roma are clean, just a little small. The breakfast is great.
10 November 2025
special !
I liked the idea of a hotel in this building; it was special. Also, the breakfast was very good. Amazing location. Transport and walking were comfortable. I will definitely stay again.
Hotel design, staff, and location in a beautiful forest park :))
3 November 2025
Fabulous
Breakfast
Location – It’s quite a distance from Gamla Stan and T-Centralen if you’re walking, but better by metro (cca. 20min from Horstull t-bana)
1 November 2025
Exceptional
This hotel is a whole vibe ,I love it ! Everything it’s nice and interesting The staff also very helpful and nice I m not a person texting reviews and stuff but uhjd hotel worth 10/10 Maybe one suggestion the breakfast time should last longer it’s to many people eat a same hour I couldn’t found place where to sit down
28 October 2025
Excellent, kids loved it !
Great variety of food at breakfast. Location was lovely, 10 minute walk to underground train into central Stockholm.
22 October 2025
Fantastic.
Unique experience, fantastic breakfast included in the price.ability to walk into Old Town Stockholm 3km along the water or use nearby metro strip. Parking available.
Nothing.
20 October 2025
Fantastic
You know exactly what you're getting and still beat my expectations, staff are fantastic, especially in the restaurant. Not a single thing to complain about, 10/10
I would've liked to open the windows but understand its more likely a health and safety issue.
19 October 2025
Fabulous
Style
17 October 2025
Stay in an actual prison on a stunning Island!
Such a cool and historic place. Something very different, beautiful and comfortable on a stunning island close to the city. Walkable to the old town in 30-40 mins
As with a lot of the accomodation in Sweden there is no hot drinks facilities in the rooms any more. Not such if this is a new thing. But not a major issue.
13 October 2025
Loved Langholmen Hotell
Quirky and a totally unique experience to stay in a former prison. Brilliant concept. Excellent value. Great breakfast. Beautiful waterside walks into the city. Just loved the homely feel away from the buzz of the city.
Loved everything about this unique hotel. Rooms are small but that's part of the charm. City centre is a 45/50 walk so not for those who are less able.
8 October 2025
Very good
The rooms are small, but exactly what you would expect since they are former cells.
8 October 2025
Lovely hotel and amazing breakfast
This is a really lovely hotel and the fact it was once a prison gives it a unique atmosphere. The breakfast is incredible. The island is very peaceful with good bars and restaurants in walking distance. It’s a 10 minute walk to the metro, and 4 stops from there into the centre of town.
7 October 2025
Fantastic few days at a wonderful hotel.
The staff were quite simply brilliant , the breakfast incredible , and the ambiance perfect
6 October 2025
Great experience!
The experience itself!Good value for the money, super clean and comfortable; great & diverse breakfast
5 October 2025
Beau we proche de la famille à Reimers holme
L’ambiance
Distance de transports en commun
1 October 2025
This is one of the best experiences I have ever had at a hotel!
The location of the hotel was magical. It was a fantastic way to experience a city but also be in nature. It was easy to walk places and catch the train. The breakfast buffet was incredible. The food was so fresh and there was plenty of seating for everyone. The staff was kind and always greeted me with a smile. The room was very comfortable and even though it was small there was plenty of room for luggage and to relax. This hotel was a great value for the price and I hope to be back again in the future.
The only thing I didn't like is that I had to leave and go home! I wish I was still there.
29 September 2025
Exceptional
Excellent service
26 September 2025
Fabulous
Excellent hotel in a quier area.
Too far out to walk to centre but transport links are good.
25 September 2025
Interesting place, beautiful surroundings and calm
Good breakfast
Space of the beds, and there are no good places where you can sit and work.
21 September 2025
Exceptional
This place is just too cool. We stayed in the big room and it felt like a luxury prison experience. Yeah, that sounds weird to write as well, but it sure was that. The staff was wonderful and incredibly helpful. ⚠️ Warning: ⚠️ The budget room is a bunk bed. As of us being there booking didn't show that fact and we where I'm for a ride awakening on the property. This seems to be a problem with booking.com as apposed to the hotel. But, thoroughly important to know. I can though say the staff was amazing with our upgrade and incredibly helpfull. Thanks guys! Amazing experience 🙏
The pictures of the place don't represent the fact the budget room is a bunk-bed scenario.
20 September 2025
A comfortable stay, albeit in a a small room, which was once a prison cell. A truly unique experienc
location, surroundings and unique experience
20 September 2025
A one of a kind experience in a fascinating environment
The staff were outstanding, very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellent and the museum was very interesting.
If I am being picky, the top bunk was a little scary=) It’s very high, so me and my son shared the bottom bunk. It’s probably fine for most, but something to think about if you struggle with heights or mobility getting up there.
17 September 2025
Welcoming and cosy spot
Beautifully renovated building with cosy rooms and creative interiors. Staff were all superb, breakfast tasty and plentiful. I loved the location, swam at the local beach, ate at local restaurants and the centre is an easy journey or a leisurely walk away. Highly recommended
Only thing I would have loved would be the option of cappuccino or latte at breakfast, but this is a minor detail
9 September 2025
prison stay :)
very special place, the rooms are a bit small but we only stayed one night so for us it was ok. it’s a bit far from the centre (1h+ walking/ 30min public transportation) but the walk is quite nice along the sea. great breakfast! so much choice!
8 September 2025
Unique experience
It was an experience unlike any other. The concept of transforming a former prison into a hotel - museum is brilliant. If you enjoy walking, you can easily get to the old town for the main attractions.
Breakfast's selection could be improved.
8 September 2025
We were locked up in a prison in Stockholm. I could’ve stayed a long longer. What a lovely little island in the middle o
It was just something different staying in an old prison cell The staff were excellent the facilities Good, the breakfast substantive
Nothing really, but we understood that the rooms would be small in size
2 September 2025
Very good
Excellent breakfast
1 September 2025
Super hotel with amazing breakfast - we enjoyed every moment of our stay :-)
Very cozy hotel in a former prison building, where you can sleep in a small but friendly private cell with a private bathroom :-) You can also visit the prison exhibition for free. The breakfast was extremely amazing :-) we were very satisfied with this accommodation.
We walked from the nearest metro station to the hotel and at first it was a bit difficult to find the entrance. But afterwards there was no problem :-)
31 August 2025
Unique stay
The prison concept is unique and interesting. The room with bunk beds may not be suitable for older people or families with children, but it worked well for us. It was clean, and the staff were helpful.The breakfast was excellent, and there were lots of free parking spaces.
30 August 2025
Great location, interesting place to stay
really good breakfast, excellent location
As expected. the rooms are really small
29 August 2025
Fabulous
Room door left through some sounds from the hallway, so if you are a sensitive sleeper it might not be optimal.
24 August 2025
Take a break at the prison!
The location and history of the prison make the stay truly memorable, after dinner we took a run around the island and then a nightly swim at the beach just across: priceless! the staff were very friendly and professional, great to have a full kitchen for storing food (the rooms are minimal!) and many cosy corners to read or hang out in. Breakfast was good, lunch at the terrace was also nice, but relatively simple (few dishes).
difficult to keep the window open in a good position during night, the room is small and gets stuffy when the window is closed. Minor detail: there was actually a (dead) spider between the bed sheets.
18 August 2025
Great location. Perfect for families.
Free parking. Nice Accomodation. Good for families.
Nice location, but need to walk to transport.
17 August 2025
Very interesting place to stay in a beautiful location
Unusual , very comfortable for a prison
Nothing it was great
17 August 2025
Lovely staff and a lovely experience.
Friendly staff. A fun experience and a comfortable room even though the bed was quite short. Also, it was difficult to keep the window open without letting the sunlight in due to the shutters. Fantastic breakfast.
Please see above. Location os beautiful but requires walking or biking to nearest bus or subway.
15 August 2025
Very good
off the beaten path, but really cool location and very nice surroundings.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Invoice provided
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Outdoor furniture
- - Picnic area
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Pet bowls
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Activities
- - Canoeing (additional charge)
- - Hiking
- - Cycling
- - Beachfront
- - Public Bath
- - Beach
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Kitchen
- - Shared kitchen
Entertainment & family services
- - Board games/puzzles
Parking
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Delivered food is securely covered

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29 December 2025
Exceptional