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Gästisbacken

2.5 star property

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Front of property
A restaurant with a booth seating area, a marble table, and hanging wicker lamps.
A wooden table with a vase of flowers in the center.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a patterned wallpaper, and a chandelier.
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Gästisbacken 5, Alfta, 822 30
  • Place, Bollnas Church
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Bollnas Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Bolleberget
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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A room with two beds, a window with curtains, a desk with a lamp, and a floral wallpaper.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Alfta

Gästisbacken places you 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from Bollnas Church and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Bollnas Museum and Art Gallery. This 34-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Bollnas Church - 22 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Bollnas Museum and Art Gallery - 22 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Karlslundsbadet - 23 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Bolleberget - 27 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Farmhouses of Halsingland - 49 min drive - 29.6 miles

Getting around

  • Alfta OKQ8 Bus Stop - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Alfta Vagkrog&Pizzrerıa - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Elvens Antik och Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizzabagar'n - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lillemors Bak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurang Bangården - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Gästisbacken

At Gästisbacken, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and plasma TVs. Other standard amenities include minibars and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for SEK 200.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: SEK 200.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Sweden. This property is rated 2 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 2.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Alfta Gästgiveri
Gästisbacken Hotel
Gästisbacken Alfta
Gästisbacken Hotel Alfta

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Gästisbacken?

Gästisbacken provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Gästisbacken?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gästisbacken on Jul 17, 2026 start from $159, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Gästisbacken?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Gästisbacken have a casino at the property?

No, Gästisbacken doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gästisbacken?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Gästisbacken a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a free daily breakfast and a terrace.

Does Gästisbacken have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Gästisbacken have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Gästisbacken offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Gästisbacken allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gästisbacken.

Does Gästisbacken have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Gästisbacken?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Gästisbacken that offer a balcony.

Gästisbacken Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 139 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Knut Magne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet place in the Swedish countryside. Excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel have amazing ”public” spaces. Old charm made fresh great people really good food and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

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

Nice little hotel in historical mansion

Simple and confortable rooms in a historical Building. Good breakfast and excellent lunch offer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
K
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I apent 1 night in the amazing place and had the best experience ever! The owner and his son were the most welcoming person he met. They helped me to go to a bike shop and an accompanied me. And provided me with food and they were wonderful! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Staffan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mysigt, personalen var flexibel till våra önskemål.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fint værelse. God morgenmad. Ærgerligt de ikke serverer aftensmad
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ja
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enkelt boende i pensionatsklass till hotellpris. Jag upplevde sängen som obekväm, det lät från ventilationen, enkel frukost med det nödvändigaste. Bra läge nära mina kunder i området.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mysigt boende, gott om parkering, hemtrevligt och välskött. Bra med sällskapsutrymmen om man reser flera.
Dubbelrum
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

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

Prisvärt och charmigt

Inga problem med incheckning trots att vi kom sent. Fina omgivningar, charmigt och mkt vänlig personal. God frukost. Bra sängar. Måste ha fönstren vidöppna pga värmen och saknade insektsnät.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fina allmänna ytor inklusive härlig trädgård men rummet var trist. Bra frukost och mycket serviceminded personal!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trevlig vistelse. Bra frukost, dock saknade jag mjölk. Rent och snyggt.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fräscht hotell med gamla anor

Fräscht hotell med enkel standard. Rummet var välstädat och hade bra sängar. Lite lyhört men lugnt läge. Möjligtvatt äta frukost både inne eller ute på altanen, enkel frukost med goda råvaror.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Dr

Mycket trevlig personal med toppenfrukost och lunch. Dessvärre ingen städning under hela veckat
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Toppen ställe
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enkla rum men en väldigt mysig miljö vid servering.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Cathrin

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

Kulturhistorisk goding

Mycket bra boende centralt i Alfta. När till Edsbyn. Prydligt och en väl förvaltad kulturbyggnad. Väldigt god frukost. Trevlig personal och allt fungerade enligt avtal.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Gästisbacken

Bara bra att säga om detta lilla hotell.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kristina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
God frukost, trevligt bemötande men tråkiga rum o tråkig standard på badrum. Rummen känns mer som en institution än ett mysigt gästis
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Christin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastiska smörgåsar till em kaffet. Fantastiskt god middag. Rummet var fint med TVÅ sköna kuddar. Inga tjocka gummikuddar. Supergod frukost.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rummen kunde vara lite mer trevlig. Kanske någonti

Väldigt sterila rum, trasiga fönsterhakar. Trevlig matsal, mycket god frukost. Kallt på rummet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Funkade bra fast det var obemannat på kvällen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

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

Genomresa

Enkelt att parkera, helt okej rum. Jättetrevlig personal och en mycket trevlig frukost. Återkommer gärna.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023