About this property
This design hotel is a former fortress and lies by the Baltic Coast, just outside the town of Fårösund and 2 km from the ferry terminal to Fårö island. It offers fine dining, free Wi-Fi and private parking. Some of the guest rooms are housed in 19th-century vaults, while others are found in the modern wing. All rooms have carefully selected furniture and products. Other facilities at Fårösund Fortress include a sauna, a hot tub and an indoor swimming pool. The restaurant will be closed from 29th of May to 18th of June.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Lorna
United Kingdom“Amazing 'modern' building with a history dating back to the Crimean War - fascinating. We had fun playing petanque and pool, and enjoyed walking in the nature reserve next door. Small spa area with a small pool and nice sauna. Nice breakfast,...”- Henrik United Kingdom“A unique experience to stay in an old fortress. A boutique hotel with on site restaurant, boule court, pool table and swimming pool + sauna. Rooms were air conditioned. Staff was super friendly. A great stay and can really recommend to others.”
- Martin United Kingdom“The hotel is in a gorgeous location and is very interesting, staff are super friendly”
- Tomas
Sweden“It was small and by the water. It is also in an historical building. The staff was exceptionally welcoming.” - Maria
Finland“Comfy beds and clean room. Big plus having a sauna and a bbq night during our stay.” - Pontus Sweden“Dinner menu is limited but has some really nice food and wine. Breakfast is amazing. The hotel overall clean and nicely fitted out with an unusual setting.”
- Beatrice United Kingdom“The warm welcome, lovely design, great breakfast and delicious dinners .”
- Ilaria
Italy“Lovely place with friendly and helpful staff. Everything was perfect! Nice and comfortable room, relaxing pool, great breakfast! A place to breathe and fill your eyes with beauty” - Sophia United Kingdom“Beautifully designed hotel in a quaint peaceful location. Great place to stay to explore Northern Gotland and Fårö. Lovely communal spaces. The pool is on the small side but it was nice to have a little splash in (particularly when it was raining)...”
Xochitl Sweden“The personal was so kind and helpful! Lovely place to stay at Fårösund”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- food by us
- CuisineInternational
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 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 and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please inform Fårösunds Fästning in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
