Guests enjoy poolside relaxation and massage treatments at this waterfront retreat, then venture to nearby attractions before returning to exceptional service
Hotel Skansen offers a marina-side escape with hot stone massages at the spa. The property features two swimming pools and on-site shopping. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and in-room WiFi, creating a truly pampering experience.
Located in Farjestaden, Hotel Skansen is near theme parks and near the beach. Kalmar Sjöfartsmuseum and Kalmar County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kalmar Castle and Olandsbron. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gröndals Idrottsplats or Guldfageln Arena. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Farjestaden travel guide
Tingshusgatan 1, Farjestaden, 38631
What's nearby
Kalmar Castle
17 min drive - 17.3 km
Borgholm Castle
26 min drive - 34.6 km
Talludden
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Ikea
13 min drive - 16.1 km
Krusenstiernska Gården
17 min drive - 17.0 km
Getting around
Algutsrum kyrka Bus Stop
7 min drive
Kalmar (KLR)
20 min drive
Restaurants
Arontorps Kroppkakor & Mat
5 min drive
Hamncafét
15 min drive
Bryggan
16 min drive
Mate’s Pub
2 min walk
Pizzeria Saxnäs
7 min drive
About this property
Hotel Skansen
Upscale hotel
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a marina, and a poolside bar at Hotel Skansen. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a body wrap, or a hot stone massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a terrace and shopping on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises, a gift shop, and concierge services
A TV in the lobby, massage treatment rooms, and a computer station
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 78 rooms feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Full-service spa
Gym
Indoor pool
Library
Outdoor pool
Playground
Sauna
Shopping
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Business center
Computer station
Conference center
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Marina
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace
Full-service spa
5 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Hot stone massages
Prenatal massages
Sauna
Spa open daily
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
2 buildings
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1811
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: SEK 350
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of SEK 150 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for SEK 355.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for SEK 355.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: SEK 150 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: SEK 350 (subject to availability)
Crib (infant bed) fee: SEK 355.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: SEK 355.0 per day
Laundry fee: SEK 300 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Additional fees apply to access the indoor pool.
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Sweden. This property is rated 4 stars.
Property is also known as
Hotel Skansen Farjestaden
Skansen Farjestaden
Hotel Skansen Oland/Farjestaden, Sweden
Hotel Skansen Oland/Farjestaden
Hotel Skansen Hotel
Hotel Skansen Farjestaden
Hotel Skansen Hotel Farjestaden
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Skansen have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Skansen?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Skansen on Mar 22, 2026 start from CA $185, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hotel Skansen pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of SEK 150 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Skansen?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Skansen?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for SEK 350 (subject to availability).
Where is Hotel Skansen located?
Situated near the beach, this spa hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Talludden and within 9 mi (15 km) of Saxnäs Golf Course and Oland Bridge. Gröndals Idrottsplats and Hansa City are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Skansen Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Excellent dining and service. Good breakfast. Nice and tidy room with comfy.beds.
Sven
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
6/10 Okay
Alexandra
Jul 28, 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
We could sleep quite good in the beds. It was a quite room to the back of the hotel. Unfortunately no moskitonets at the windows and plenty of moskitos tried to come in when we would like a cold prise from outside. The front desk personal wouldnt be able to say "Hej" any time of the day. The young breakfast staff was very friendly. Maybe you should start cleaning the entre downstairs. It didnt happen one time during our stay. You had to pass the restaurant breakfast area every time, although the dog wasnt allowed to be there. Strange. Small pool, good breakfast. We had dinner at "Salted kitchen". Great food and good music, especially the band "seaside".
The room and spa was fine. A bit on the pricy side for what you get, but overall not bad.
What ruined the entire weekend was the food.
Waiting an hour for a tiny portion with absolutely zero spices is not okay. When we complained they offered us a free dessert, so service staff was good at least, but the food was horrible.
This went full circle at breakfast when the scrambled eggs didn’t even have salt on them.
Tip for anyone going there is to eat somewhere else. Anywhere else.
Will not go there again.
Staff & Service would received 5 stars if not for one of the staff members in the spa. We seemed like an inconvenience. Beyond that everything was wonderful.
Lena
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Douglas
Oct 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel room was a bit worn. It was extremely spacious. The drawback was that everything felt and looked old and on its last. The tv was a small screen and way to far away from the bed. The channels were unfortunately very limited and when it’s like that there is almost no point in having a tv in the room.
The service was very friendly and easy. I had a dog with me and the sub-charge was very reasonable at 150sek. In the room were bowls to the dog and bedding. Always nice to receive a little extra for the cost.
Regardless of the quality of the room, I would stay here again. Breakfast was good too.
Skansen är Skansen, ett smultronställe man alltid väljer om man är i trakterna. Alltid nöjd, alltid bra. Fortsätt på sinslagen linje så lär vi ses många gånger framöver.
Bott på Skansen flertal gången men den här gången var det ett väldigt trist rum.
Vägg i vägg med hissen som lät, vägg vid säng vibrerade när hissen åkte upp och ner, som tur var det inte många som bodde på vår våning.
Annette
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Mats
Nov 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra rum, välstädat och trevlig personal
Mats
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Johan
Nov 8, 2025
Frukost var bra . Kan eventuellt påpeka att skyltarna inte var uppsatta till de olika yoghurtalternativen. Fick fråga om detta. Dock kom skyltarna direkt på plats så det var inget att klaga på. Väldigt trevlig personal som var hjälpsam. Jag fick med mig kaffe i termos. Var fint!!
Johan
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Göran
Nov 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fina och rena rum, trevlig personal och bra mat. Rejäl frukost med stor bredd. Enda smolket var att den stackars bartendern fick springa som en skållad råtta för att hinna med, kunde varit ytterligare en