Långholmen
Hotel was once a prison. So
you probably wonder if you're really going to stay in a cell.
Do guests stay in the cells? Is anything served apart from bread
and water? Do you have to knock on the wall to arrange with
your neighbour what time to meet in the bar? Is there a bar,
in fact? Are the exercise yards still used as a keep-fit centre?
The hotel is housed in the old
Crown Prison, which was built in the early 19th century. In
the middle of the building is the attractive gallery dating
from 1866. This has given us the hotel's beautiful,
open atrium.
In 1975, the last prisoner was discharged and
in May 1989 we opened the hotel after two years' renovation
work. The cells are now pleasingly and functionally furnished,
each with its own shower, WC, telephone, wireless internet access
for free, radio and cable TV. We have 89 single and 13 double
cells, of which 10 have facilities for the disabled.
All our cells are smokefree.
The old prison entrance hall has been converted into a reception,
with a cafeteria open 24 hours a day. Times change, and staying
in a cell is now a captivating experience. We promise to give
you your own key, and that breakfast consists of more than bread
and water.
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