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This B&B is located in a historical fortress in Varberg. The accommodations is set in what once was a bakery, hospital and prison. The fortress faces the North Sea and the property features both regular rooms and converted cell rooms. Fästningens features free WiFi access. Breakfast is served at the property from 8 a.m to 10 a.m. Guests can enjoy the shared garden or take the 328 foot stroll down to the panoramic seaside. Right below the property there's a sandy beach. Varberg Train Station is within 1640 feet and Gothenburg Landvetter Airport is 57 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)


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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Varberg
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Cheryl
    United States of America United States of America
    Really neat location. Close to the swimming beaches. Comfortable beds. Bathrooms were clean. Breakfast had granola bar, some breads, boiled eggs and juice, tea and coffee.
  • Therese
    Sweden Sweden
    Very interesting property as an old prison in the old fort. Very comfartable bed. The breakfast was very good. Everything ecological and they had their own granola and their own blackberry jam. Good vegan options for those who are vegan.
  • Martina
    United States of America United States of America
    By far the friendliest and most comfortable prison of the world! While we had the authentic experience of living in a medieval jail, the overall comfort of the romantic place truly surprised us. Great staff, fantastic breakfast!

Managed by Fästningens Logi Varberg AB

Company review score: 9.4Based on 1,374 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Fästningens B&B is run by the married couple Carl and Amelie as a small family business. We love to give our guests a unique experience at Varberg's fortress, to meet new and recurrent guests and to hear about different travel stories and adventures. We are now curious about your story! //Carl och Amelie

Property info

Welcome to the Fortress! We are located inside the walls of Varberg's fortress dating from the early 13th century. We offer a cozy accommodation in our B&B. If you want a more captivating accommodation, you can choose to spend the night in a cell in the former prison. Just outside our accommodation is a sandy beach and piers. To Varberg's center and train station it is only a short walk. Welcome with your booking!

Neighborhood info

The environment around our B&B is grassy areas with historic stone walls, where there are tables to use to eat or just have a coffee in the fantastic environment. From the fortress you can look out over the mighty North Sea and enjoy the sunset in the ocean. You can also see the island of Getterön and the well-known Kallbadhuset just below the fortress. Varberg's fortress is one of Varberg's foremost historical sites and here you can spend the night, eat and enjoy history from the early Middle Ages at Halland's Cultural History Museum.

Languages Spoken

English,Swedish

Area info

Amenities of Fästningens
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Express check-in/out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Open-air bath
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Swedish

House rules

Fästningens takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Check-out

From 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 20

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Cash is not accepted Fästningens accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you arrive outside reception opening hours, the property will send you a code to collect the key from a safety box.

Please inform Fästningens of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Fästningens

  • Fästningens offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Open-air bath

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Fästningens. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Fästningens is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Fästningens may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Fästningens is 2,150 feet from the center of Varberg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Fästningens include:

    • Single
    • Twin
    • Triple
    • Quad
    • Family