ABOUT THE HOTEL
CAPTIVATING ACCOMMODATION
At Fängelset Hotel you live both comfortably and close to Västervik's center with trade, nightlife and city baths. We can offer accommodation in our budget rooms, hotel part with everything from single rooms to large family rooms, or why not book one of our lovely suites! All this in an exciting environment, with thick walls from 1871.
The hotel is easily accessible with its own free parking and Wifi. Enjoy our delicious breakfast in our dining room.
On the ground floor of the hotel corridor you have the opportunity to see our exhibition on the history of the prison and Swedish prison care.
We warmly welcome you!
Therese & Staffan with staff
OUR ROOMS
Budget
This accommodation has several options. Dormitory, cell or multi-bedded room, all with shared shower and toilet in corridor, breakfast not included in dormitory.
Cell
This accommodation is a cell with hotel amenities, shower and WC in the room. Our delicious breakfast buffet is included in the price!
Hotel room
This accommodation has a hotel standard and belongs to our newer parts. We have single rooms - family rooms, functionally adapted.
Suite
This accommodation is our unique attic with beautiful brick floors and details . Own accommodation with hotel benefits.
OUR HISTORY
KRONOHÄKTET VÄSTERVIK ANNO 1871
1871
THE APPLICATION WAS CONSTRUCTED
The architect: Vilhelm Theodor Ankarswärd
Cost: SEK 81,817 and SEK 0.50
The detention was erected on 3 floors. In total, there were 54 light cells and two guard cells. It was open between the floors, so the prison guards had a great overview of the different plans.
THE MEANING OF THE RAILWAY
Prisoner transport
Many of the prisoners who were to be transported to Västervik came by train. Of course, they were not allowed to go in the normal compartment, but a cell wagon was attached on the regular train.
1905
WATER & DRAINAGE
Modernization
The Royal Palace of Stockholm granted permission to withdraw water and sewage pipes. There was no question of any drains for toilets, but the prisoners simply had to fulfill their needs in pots, Höganäs signed.
HEATING THE PRISON
A job for a prisoner
The prison was heated by fireplaces located on each floor, these would be kept alive. During the day, this was the task of the prisoners. The heating hatches for these fireplaces are still present and are located between each cell. At selected locations there were also tiled stoves. This form of heating was used until the 1960s, after which elements were installed.
1913 - 1915
BUILDING OF THE
GROUND FLOOR
Department of Forensic Psychology
In connection with this redevelopment, the mezzanine was again laid down by a wide corridor. Electric lighting was also installed, for a sum of SEK 510, between the second and third floors. In addition, the mental ward was provided with so-called hospital glass, 10mm thick.
1922
IMPROVEMENT OF LIGHTING
Larger windows
The cell windows were opened up on the mezzanine when there was too light in the cells. Now new windows of larger model were created.
1970-talet
LARGER REMOVAL AND EXTENSIONS
Better environment for the inmates
The workshop premises got a larger area, which improved the working environment. The prisoners also had access to a recreational room where they could play billiards and table tennis. The visiting department was also completed in 1978.
2011
THE OPENING OF THE HOTEL
Private takeover
The building was purchased by a private individual and after some renovation work, the hotel business opened in 2011.
The hotel currently has 51 rooms and is one
family owned hotel.
2007
NEW TIMES
Västervik 47 was closed
In October 2007, the Västervik 47 facility was moved to the Västervik Norra facility. This was not appreciated by everyone. Missing after the smaller facility where there was a more cozy and personal contact between interns and staff, the old prisoners told us.
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BOOKINGS & INQUIRIES
Contact us by mail, phone or the form and we will help with your booking or other questions.
Reception staffed between 8am - 5pm Other times we can be reached by mail or phone.
+46 (0)76 1368966