Reviews of Starby Spa, Hotell & Konferens 4 stars
Ödeshögsvägen 2, 59240 Vadstena, Sweden
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Reviewed: 3 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewColazione era molto buona e la posizione non è male.
The room was very small and dark. Even though we were hotel guests we were supposed to pay the full entrance fee for the spa. I've never seen something like that. The choice of dishes for dinner was very limited.
Reviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe booked last minute but the staff were brilliant and so helpful. We enjoyed our time so much we decided to stay an extra day! The room was comfortable and soundproof, so we did not hear the noise of the passage despite being right next to the spa entrance, and the road noise was also not heard. Lovely breakfast and brilliant spa. Best massage I've ever had and great, relaxing facilities. Will definitely be back.
There were mouldy biscuits in a jar in the gluten-free section, and it would be nice to have tea/coffee facilities in the room. But really nothing to ruin the stay.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us so much that you chose to extend it. It’s wonderful to know that you found the room comfortable and quiet, appreciated our breakfast and spa, and even had the best massage you’ve ever experienced. That truly makes us happy! We also greatly appreciate your constructive feedback regarding the gluten-free section and in-room tea/coffee facilities. Your comments are valuable to us as we continuously work to improve the guest experience, and we will review these areas carefully. We are very glad nothing overshadowed your stay, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another relaxing visit at Starby Hotel, Spa & Conference. Warm regards, The Starby Team
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us so much that you chose to extend it. It’s wonderful to know that you found the room comfortable and quiet, apprecia… Show more
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe location could not be better. Vadstena is a lovely village with many unexpected moments of delight. The hotel & spa is quiet and lush.
Nothing comes to mind.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our unique location in beautiful Vadstena and appreciated the peaceful atmosphere of our hotel and spa. Creating a relaxing and memorable stay for our guests is always our highest priority. We truly hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more moments of delight in the future.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our unique location in beautiful Vadstena and appreciated the peaceful atmosphere of our hotel and spa. Creating a relaxing and memorable stay for our guests i… Show more
Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was great. Very varied. We had dinner in the hotel also and that was fantastic. Both the service and food were very good.
The grounds weren’t what we were expecting, as just off main road. However location was great. As only a short walk to all the main sights. Room was quite pricey, but we did book last minute in high season.
Reviewed: 25 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was good.
Room was small and stuffy. Pool was an extra charge which was not great for kids. Lots of old people around, which is fine, but wasn’t quite the “vibe” we were looking for with kids.
Reviewed: 24 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewWe loved the proximity to town and the spa was lovely, and the breakfast was exceptional.
The room wasn’t quite up to expectations for the price, but we were happy with our stay.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Matilda. We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the spa, the breakfast and the great location close to town. We appreciate your honest feedback about the room – it's important to us and something we’ll take into consideration moving forward. Lovely to hear that you were happy with your stay overall. You're always welcome back. Best regards, The Starby Team
Thank you so much for your kind words, Matilda. We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the spa, the breakfast and the great location close to town. We appreciate your honest feedback about the room – it's important to us and somet… Show more
Reviewed: 12 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful building and grounds, in a lovely location, served by fabulous staff.
Nothing :-)
Thank you so much for your kind words, Nigel. It truly means a lot to us that you had such a positive experience and enjoyed both the beautiful surroundings and the care from our team. We're so glad to hear you're looking forward to returning – we’ll be just as happy to welcome you back. Best regards, The Starby Team
Thank you so much for your kind words, Nigel. It truly means a lot to us that you had such a positive experience and enjoyed both the beautiful surroundings and the care from our team. We're so glad to hear you're looking forward t… Show more
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewFriendly staff, good facilities
Thank you very much for your kind words! We hope to see you again, Have a nice summer, Warm regards from The Starby staff
Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 15 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewGood spa
Allt good
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed our spa – it truly means a lot to us. We hope you felt both relaxed and well taken care of during your visit. You are very welcome back anytime! Kind regards Front desk
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed our spa – it truly means a lot to us. We hope you felt both relaxed and well taken care of during your visit. You are very welcome back anytime! Kind regard… Show more
Reviewed: 10 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewBoth shower heads were broken, one the pipe was split and the water came out on the hose and the shower heads was maybe blocked and the water went side ways.
Hello Maree, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and that you are planning to return – we truly look forward to it. We also appreciate you bringing the issue with the showerheads to our attention. Of course, we will address this immediately to ensure everything is working as it should. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Best regards, The Reception
Hello Maree, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and that you are planning to return – we truly look forward to it. We also appreciate you bringing the issue with the showerheads to… Show more
Reviewed: 4 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewKindly people on the reception and restaurant
I don't know
Hi Theo, Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you appreciated our friendly staff in both the reception and the restaurant. Providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere is very important to us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon! Best regards, Front desk
Hi Theo, Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you appreciated our friendly staff in both the reception and the restaurant. Providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere is very important to us. We hope to have the plea… Show more
Reviewed: 2 September 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewLocation. Quiet and beatiful surroundings. Close to city center. The breakfast buffé was great.
The facilities in the spa dept does not match a high price of 600,- sek for 3 hours
Thank you for your feedback! We are pleased that you enjoyed the peaceful and beautiful surroundings, as well as the proximity to the city center. It's great to hear that you appreciated our large breakfast buffet. We have noted your comment about the spa facilities and the pricing, and will take it into consideration for future improvements. Kind regards, Starby Spa, Hotel & Conference
Thank you for your feedback! We are pleased that you enjoyed the peaceful and beautiful surroundings, as well as the proximity to the city center. It's great to hear that you appreciated our large breakfast buffet. We have noted your c… Show more
Reviewed: 26 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewThe location and spa.
The beds was so soft that we kept going inside and so had a bad nights sleep. The breakfast can be made better
Thank you for your feedback! We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the location and the spa. We apologize that the beds were too soft and that the breakfast didn’t meet your expectations. We’ll be looking into these areas to improve our service. Thank you for sharing your thoughts! Kind regards, Front desk
Thank you for your feedback! We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the location and the spa. We apologize that the beds were too soft and that the breakfast didn’t meet your expectations. We’ll be looking into these areas to improve our se… Show more
Reviewed: 6 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewBreakfast was plentiful and very nice. I especially enjoyed the little screens for ordering water etc. there was something for every taste.nothing could have been better
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re glad you appreciated the breakfast and our drink ipads!. It’s wonderful to hear that you found something for every taste and that you didn’t see anything that could have been better. We look forward to welcoming you back and hope to exceed your expectations next time! Best regards, Front desk
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re glad you appreciated the breakfast and our drink ipads!. It’s wonderful to hear that you found something for every taste and that you didn’t see anything that could have been better. We look forw… Show more
Reviewed: 2 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewThe staff in the evening was superfriendly and the food and wine great
That there was no storage for our clothes- no wardrobe no drawers no shelves, just 4 hangers The room was small, the bathroom tiny and it was very dark inside. It annoyed me that you were supposed to pay 30€ per person to use the sauna,… in a 4 star hotel!!!
Thank you for your feedback! We’re pleased to hear you had a positive experience with our evening staff and enjoyed the food and wine. We apologize that the room didn’t meet your expectations in terms of storage, size, and lighting. The sauna is part of our spa, and the entrance fee grants access to the entire spa area. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will consider your comments for future improvements. Thank you for sharing! Kind regards, Front desk
Thank you for your feedback! We’re pleased to hear you had a positive experience with our evening staff and enjoyed the food and wine. We apologize that the room didn’t meet your expectations in terms of storage, size, and lighting. The sa… Show more