Best Western Strand Hotel
Best Western Strand Hotel
- Sea view
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
About this property
Housed in a former brewery in the UNESCO-listed Visby city centre on Gotland Island, this eco-friendly hotel is 150 metres from the Baltic Sea. It offers free WiFi and access to a wellness centre with 2 saunas and a small pool. Best Western Strand Hotel’s individually decorated guest rooms feature a work desk and flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some rooms have air-conditioning. The restaurant serves an à la carte menu and light dishes. The bar offers wine, beer and classic cocktails as well as signature cocktails. In the summer guests can enjoy views of the sea and Visby centre from the rooftop bar. Free coffee and tea are offered in the lobby. The hotel is 3 minutes’ drive from the Visby Ferry Terminal. It is well-positioned among medieval houses and alleys within the walls of Visby.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Parking on site
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar

Sustainability
- Nordic Swan Ecolabel
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Victor
Switzerland
“Generally speaking the hotel was inviting and of a 4 star. The rooftop restaurant/bar is great! The blond curly lady at the reception desk was very helpful. But all the staff were polite. The breakfast was good. The spa a bit old, but useful.” - Dr
Turkey
“The hotel is a high standard hotel with classy rooms and a classical open buffett, rich breakfast and is very close, only a block to the beautiful coastal line and also a 10 minute walk to the historical center of the city. It is a beautiful...” - Magdalena
Poland
“Close distance to the main market, and all the entertainment there was during the Medieval Week. Super helpful staff, very nice overall experience” - Raven
Sweden
“The hotel is like a maze to discover. Morning buffet and the bar at the terrace are super nice.” - Brittany
United Kingdom
“Location, staff was amazing, great sized rooms, clean and comfortable” - James
Switzerland
“We really enjoyed the breakfast buffet, and the location (very close to the shore, the botanical garden and of course the city). We didn't have time to visit the pool or sauna, and the weather wasn't appropriate for the rooftop bar (although the...” - Markku
Finland
“Very good breakfast in nice surroundings. Excellent location close to the center. Own car park (although must drive on narrow streets and quite expensive) Roof top bar is worth a visit” - Hinako
Japan
“The stay at this hotel is one big part of our memories in Gotland. The receptionist Ida was amazingly thoughtful and helpful. The building itself is a bit old but has an original atmosphere which we liked it so much. It is a great deal of money...” - Tana
Croatia
“Nice location. Rooms are comfy and clean. Nice saunas (both regular one and steam sauna) and small indoor pool, perfect after sauna. Very nice breakfast buffet!” - Peter
Australia
“The Strand had some unique older world charm .the roof top bar was fantastic, with great views. Hannah on the front desk was very thorough and went out her way to advise and help organise my time in Visby. A great ambassador”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Matsalen
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.




The fine print
During week 29, guests under the age of 20 can only check in if travelling as part of a family.
The hotel requires that the credit card holder’s name matches the guest’s name on the booking confirmation. If you wish to book for another individual, please contact the property directly for further information after booking. Guests are also required to show a photo identification upon check-in.
Please note that parking space is limited and subject to availability.
Pets are only allowed in the Standard Twin Rooms for a surcharge of SEK 200 per night. The request must be confirmed by the property.