If you've ever fantasized about living in a women's prison cell, your dreams can come true here. Beginning in 1724, on the little island of Långholmen, this structure was a state penitentiary for women charged with "loose living." The last prisoner was released in 1972, and today it's a restored and reasonably priced hotel, which, in addition to comfortable but small rooms, also houses a museum of Sweden's prison history and a good restaurant. Instead of a prison induction area, you get the hotel's reception area and a 24-hour snack bar. Accommodations were carved from some 200 cells, creating cramped but serviceable rooms equipped with small showers and toilets. This is one of the best hotels in Stockholm for single visitors on a budget, as 89 rooms are rented only to solo travelers. Just 13 rooms are large enough to accommodate two people.
Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; laundry service; dry cleaning; nonsmoking rooms; rooms for those w/limited mobility
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