Best Western Strand Hotel, Visby ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Strandgatan 34, Visby, Sweden, SE-62156

Best Western Strand Hotel is a 4-star accommodation located within the UNESCO-listed medieval city of Visby, known for its historical significance and charming cobblestone streets. Situated just 200 meters from the Baltic Sea, the hotel combines modern amenities with a rich cultural heritage. Guests can enjoy panoramic views from the rooftop terrace while savoring a glass of cava. The hotel also offers close proximity to attractions such as the Almedalen park and Saint Karin's Ruins.

Location

The hotel is strategically located within a 5-minute walk to key attractions in the heart of Visby, including the Kajsar Gate and the historic Visby Cathedral. Public parking is available at a cost of SEK 95 per day. This central location allows easy access to explore the medieval city and its famous narrow alleys lined with charming houses.

Rooms

The hotel features individually decorated guest rooms with a flat-screen TV and cable channels. Every room includes a private bathroom with a shower and complimentary toiletries. Certain accommodations offer additional comforts such as a seating area and work desk. Amenities like 24-hour room service and pillow menu further enhance the guest experience.

Eat & Drink

Best Western Strand Hotel's restaurant provides an à la carte menu alongside light dishes for guests. The bar serves a variety of beverages, including wine, beer, and classic cocktails, as well as signature options. A complimentary breakfast buffet is offered daily to start the day on a positive note.

Leisure & Business

The hotel boasts leisure amenities including an indoor pool, two saunas, and a fitness center. Guests can utilize the wellness center to relax after a busy day exploring Visby. A computer station and drying cleaning services are available for business travelers and those needing extra convenience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Suite

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Standard Twin Room two additional beds

Max:

4 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

4 Single beds

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Standard Twin Room AC

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2 persons

18 m²

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2 Single beds

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City Centre

Visby300 m

Airports

Visby (VBY) 4.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast spread was truly impressive, offering wonderful variety and quality that set the tone for our day.” view full review

Refreshing Pool!

“The pool area was a great retreat, providing a lovely atmosphere to relax and unwind, although it can get quite busy.” view full review

Easy Parking Access

“The availability of free parking made our visit stress-free and convenient, eliminating any worries about finding a spot.” view full review

Clean and Cozy!

“Our room was impeccably clean, and the comfortable bedding made for a relaxing stay, perfect for recharging after a day out.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Lift
Electric vehicle charging station

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Live entertainment
Garden area
Spa lounge
Sauna

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Strandgatan 34, Visby, Sweden, SE-62156

Map view

Strandgatan 34, Visby, Sweden, SE-62156

City landmarks

Church

St Nicolai

820 m

Square

Main square in Visby

820 m

Garden

Botaniska Tradgarden

820 m

Odalgatan 9

Norderport

820 m

S:t Pers grand 2

S:t Hans och S

2.0 km

Lummelundsväg

Galgberget

1.6 km

Söderväg 1

Soderport

1.6 km

Vag 149 Lummelunda

Seriegarden

1.6 km

Nearby

Castle

Visby City Wall

390 m

Strandgatan

DBW's Botanical Garden

390 m

Museum

Gotland Museum

390 m

Birgers Grand 7

Almedalen

390 m

Church

Sankta Katarina ruin

240 m

Syskongatan 4

Drotten church ruin

180 m

Church

Visby Cathedral

320 m

Skeppsbron 4

Fenomenalen

590 m

Sjalsovagen 5

Konstnarshemmet Brucebo

580 m

621 56 Visby

The Small Beach Gate

170 m

Studentallén 6

The Love Gate of Visby city wall

250 m

Södra Slottsgränd 4

Visborg

390 m

Södra Murgatan 7

The Kajsar Gate

390 m

S:t Hansgatan 18

Sankt Hans och Sankt Pers kyrkoruiner

400 m

Silverhättan 4

The Snackgards Gate

600 m

Södra Murgatan 24

The Tar Boiler's House

580 m

Strandgatan 16

Liljehornska house

200 m

Osterport

510 m

Hamngatan 4

Bjork Experience

390 m

Hamngatan 4

Gotland Active Store

390 m

Hamngatan 4

FishYourDream AB

390 m

S:t Pers gränd 2

S:t Per Kyrka

420 m

Restaurants

Matsalen

10 m

Strandgatan 34

Bakfickan

280 m

1 Stora TORGET

Barbeque Garden

80 m

15 Strandgatan

BarbeQue Steakhouse & Bar

110 m

Strandgatan 15A

Strandgatan 15

120 m

Strandgatan 15

Munkkallaren

210 m

40 S:t Hansgatan

Volare

150 m

Strandgatan 20

O'Learys

180 m

13 Strandgatan

Gutekallaren Restaurang

210 m

Lilla Torggrand 3

Packhuskallaren

200 m

Strandgatan 16

Almedalens B&B Cafe Och Galleri

230 m

Tage Cervinsgata 3B Visby 00-7713009

Brygghuset Bar & Kok

250 m

Stora Torggrand 3

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

friendly staff

average

chaotic

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

6.1

Location

8.6

Service

6.4

Dining

5.9

Jesse

United States, May 2024

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was simply amazing! The rooms were clean, comfortable, and beautifully designed, providing a spa bath and ample seating. The rooftop terrace offered stunning views, and the inclusion of a fridge was a convenient touch. The big beds were so cozy, and the complimentary dressing gowns and slippers made me feel like royalty. However, the room arrangement was only average. The hotel managed to blend luxury and practicality with features like a minibar, a writing desk, a cozy sofa set, and even a hairdryer and room telephone.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were a dream come true with their lovely spa bath and fantastic amenities.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond to make my stay memorable, providing helpful advice and being professional and polite throughout. They even suggested booking a room with AC for next time, despite the hotel being fully booked.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was unbeatable, situated perfectly near all the beauty of old town Visby. I could easily walk to the waterfront park, the harbor, and town square, making my exploration effortless and enjoyable.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall, although slightly lacking in service. The location was perfect, but there is room for improvement in terms of generosity and organization.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch, offering everything from room service to pet amenities. I felt like every need was catered to, making my stay truly comfortable and convenient.

clean

average

Oliver

United States, May 2024

7.4/10

I found the hotel to have modern and clean rooms, but they were a bit dated and not particularly comfortable. The location couldn't be better, near the waterfront park and within walking distance of all the beauty of old town Visby. The dining experience was average with standard Swedish fare, and the staff, except for one individual, were helpful and accommodating.

Rooms

6.0

My room was clean and well-kept.

Service

8.0

The staff were helpful and went the extra mile to assist us.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the old city center within walking distance of all the attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining offered standard Swedish fare in a large dining room.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were adequate for my needs.

Don

United States, February 2024

6.6/10

The hotel offers a decent stay with average rooms lacking air conditioning, but it provides a good selection of dining options and has a convenient location. The service is mixed with some instances of poor customer care. The facilities are satisfactory.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms are what you'd expect in any average Swedish hotel, without air conditioning and varying sizes and views.

Service

5.0

The service was a mix of experiences, with helpful information provided in advance but also instances of poor customer service.

Location

8.0

The location is convenient, close to the beach, restaurants, and offering quick access to the sea and various amenities.

Dining

7.0

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provides basic facilities, including parking and access to a variety of amenities.

Colin

United States, December 2023

5.0/10

The hotel had a motel-style vibe, but it was really clean and quite decent considering the price. It was a mixed experience with bikers hanging out in the inner parking lot, smoking, drinking, and being loud.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and quite okay in standard, considering the price. They had a motel feel but were decent.

Service

5.0

The service was a real letdown with no proper solution provided for the issues faced. The customer service was extremely poor, especially for guests driving to the hotel.

Location

6.0

The location was good, with various options like the top terrace/bar overlooking the water and Visby wall. It was close to many attractions and restaurants, although it could have been cleaner and fresher.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was something you'd want to get over quickly or skip entirely. It seemed like leftover food, and the service for preparing something for a child was not satisfactory.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were more on the basic side, with not much to highlight. They were average at best.

John

United States, October 2023

6.0/10

The hotel's location was top-notch, near the waterfront park and just a few blocks from both the harbor and town square. The rooms were not the cleanest, and my first experience with a room above the swimming pool area with constant open doors was old and uncomfortable. However, after moving to another room in the cellar near the kitchen and storage room, which had no windows, the experience was not nice. The service was a mix, with one staff member appearing very stressed and not at all service-minded, while others were friendly and warm. The dining experience was a hit or miss, with some good early meals but overall something I wanted to get over quickly. Despite the drawbacks, the fantastic location made it all worth it.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were not the cleanest and uncomfortable.

Service

6.0

The service had both ups and downs, with some staff being very friendly while others were stressed.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location could not be better, near the waterfront park and only a few blocks from both the harbor and town square.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a mix, with some good meals but overall not so great.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were average with some room for improvement.

Alan

United States, September 2023

5.8/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with minimum facilities, but the lack of air conditioning or openable windows makes them very warm and stuffy. The service is friendly and helpful, but there were issues with compensation and customer service. The location is excellent, near the waterfront park and easy to find parking. The dining experience was not ideal, and the facilities were basic.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms, although spacious, lack charm and have not been renovated since the 1990s. The lack of air conditioning or openable windows makes them very warm and stuffy.

Service

6.0

The service was friendly and helpful, although there were issues with compensation and poor customer service.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in an excellent location near the waterfront park and easy access to cheap parking. It is located inside the Medieval City Wall, offering a calm and relaxed atmosphere.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was not satisfactory, and there were limitations in the breakfast options.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities are basic and minimal.

Gerald

United States, September 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. While the rooms were spacious and comfortable, the lack of air conditioning made them warm and stuffy. The service was helpful overall, but there was a lack of compensation for a major service issue. The location inside the Medieval City Wall was excellent, with various amenities available. The dining experience was pleasant but not outstanding. The facilities were satisfactory, though there were some drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although spacious, lacked air conditioning and ventilation, leading to a warm and stuffy atmosphere.

Service

6.0

The staff went the extra mile to assist us but fell short in resolving a significant service problem with no compensation or adequate consideration.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location inside the Medieval City Wall was great, offering a range of amenities and attractions nearby.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered standard Swedish fare, reasonably good but not exceptional.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provided satisfactory facilities but had some room for improvement.

Michael

United States, August 2023

5.8/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were small and lacking in facilities, feeling stuffy and unpleasant. However, the service was a hit and miss with some staff being helpful while others seemed stressed. The location was great, close to the sea, and the dining was decent with a variety of dishes available.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were small with minimum facilities and felt stuffy and smelly.

Service

6.0

The service was a bit inconsistent, with some staff being helpful while others were stressed.

Location

8.0

The location was excellent, close to the sea and the center.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was okay but nothing special.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were average, not outstanding.

Great location

Unpleasant rooms

Jeff

United States, June 2023

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was overall pleasant with clean and comfortable rooms. The staff was kind and informative, especially guiding me through late-night check-in procedures. The location was excellent, close to the sea and offering free parking. Dining options were good but not extraordinary, and the facilities were well-maintained.

Rooms

8.0

I couldn't fault the rooms; however, they have varying levels, which might be challenging for those with accessibility needs.

Service

9.0

The staff was helpful and available even during late-night arrivals, providing valuable recommendations for local activities.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location inside the Medieval City Wall was great, giving quick access to biking trails, restaurants, and the sea.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered a mix of Scandinavian and British dishes, which was enjoyable, but the service could be crowded at times.