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Björkbackens Karaktärshotell

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a water park and free breakfast

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Interior entrance
Free daily buffet breakfast
Premium Room With Bunk Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Seasonal outdoor pool
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Traktorgatan 3, Vimmerby, 598 30
  • Astrid Lindgren's Nas
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Astrid Lindgrens Childhood Home
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Astrid Lindgren's World
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Premium Room With Sofa

Premium Room With Sofa | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Room With Sofa

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Room With Bunk Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Room With Bunk Bed

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | Living area | 50-cm TV with premium channels, heated floors

Junior Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room Romantic | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room Romantic

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room Business | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room Business

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room Standard Economy | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room Standard Economy

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium Room Family | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Room Family

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Vimmerby

Astrid Lindgren's Nas is within 2 miles (3 km) of Björkbackens Karaktärshotell while other popular attractions such as Astrid Lindgren's World are within 3 miles (5 km). This 46-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like a water park and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Museet Näktergalen - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Astrid Lindgren's Nas - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Astrid Lindgrens Childhood Home - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Astrid Lindgren's World - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Virum Älgpark - 37 min drive - 23.1 miles

Getting around

  • Vimmerby Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Stallmästargården - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mr Burger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Astrid Lindgrens Värld - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sibylla Vimmerby - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lekladan - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Björkbackens Karaktärshotell

Family-friendly hotel with a water park and free breakfast
Guests staying at Björkbackens Karaktärshotell enjoy access to a water park, a children's pool, and a sauna. There's free parking if you drive. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
50-cm TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Electric kettles, free newspapers, and desks are also available.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a water park (surcharge) and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Danish, English, German, Swedish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Björkbackens Kök & Scen

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Water park

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water park (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 431 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-cm TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: SEK 300

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (6:00 AM - 9:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (6:00 AM - 8:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for SEK 290 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for SEK 130.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: SEK 290 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: SEK 300 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: SEK 130.0 per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to August.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Sweden. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Björkbackens Karaktärshotell
Björkbackens Karaktärshotell Hotel
Björkbackens Karaktärshotell Hotel Vimmerby
Björkbackens Karaktärshotell Vimmerby
Bjorkbackens Karaktarshotell
Björkbackens Karaktärshotell Hotel
Björkbackens Karaktärshotell Vimmerby
Björkbackens Karaktärshotell Hotel Vimmerby

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Björkbackens Karaktärshotell?

Björkbackens Karaktärshotell provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Björkbackens Karaktärshotell?

This hotel is located in Vimmerby, close to Astrid Lindgren's World, Astrid Lindgrens Childhood Home, and Astrid Lindgren's Nas. Museet Näktergalen is also within a driving distance of 1.1 mi.

Is parking available on site at Björkbackens Karaktärshotell?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Björkbackens Karaktärshotell include a casino on the premises?

No, Björkbackens Karaktärshotell doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Björkbackens Karaktärshotell?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9 AM and 9 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from June until August.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Björkbackens Karaktärshotell?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like heated floors and free Internet access as well as a bar.

Does Björkbackens Karaktärshotell have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Björkbackens Karaktärshotell have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Björkbackens Karaktärshotell serves free buffet breakfast at Björkbackens Kök & Scen each morning.

Does Björkbackens Karaktärshotell allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Björkbackens Karaktärshotell for a fee of SEK 290 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Björkbackens Karaktärshotell?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Björkbackens Karaktärshotell?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Björkbackens Karaktärshotell.

Björkbackens Karaktärshotell Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 955 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 955 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 955 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 955 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 955 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kjell

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulf

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Emils review

Okej Hotel for one night or two. Room nice. Breakfast good. Other food was not good. Easy parking.
Breakfast
Entre
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hans

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anders

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pia Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trevlig personal, mycket trevligt rum, god fukost. Lugnt och tyst på hotellet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulrik

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Mycket bra med god servicekänsla och trevligt bemötande God Wallenbergare sent på kvällen
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy to find the hotel, spacious rooms and a good playground nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olof

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trevlig vistelse. Barnvänligt hotell. Rent och fräscht. Trevlig och glad personal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Henrik

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024