Best Western Hotel City Gavle, Gavle ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Nygatan 8, Gavle, Sweden, 803 20

Best Western Hotel City Gavle offers a 4-star experience with modern amenities and a central location. The hotel features a restaurant serving traditional Swedish dishes, a bar, and various guest services. Guests can take advantage of free WiFi and 24-hour room service.

Rooms & Amenities

All guest rooms at Best Western Hotel City Gavle include parquet floors, a work desk, and a private bathroom with a shower. Select rooms feature a seating area for relaxation after a busy day, while amenities include flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and free hot beverages available 24 hours a day.

Dining Options

The hotel's restaurant serves lunch and dinner with an à la carte menu featuring traditional Swedish dishes and organic, locally sourced options. Guests can enjoy a bar/lounge area for drinks in a casual setting.

Leisure & Business

Best Western Hotel City Gavle provides access to recreational activities including bicycle rentals. Business facilities include five meeting rooms and a business center. Guests can also utilize tour/ticket assistance and dry cleaning services.

Location & Transportation

The nearest international airport is Arlanda, approximately 0.5 miles from the hotel, which is a nine-minute walk. Local transportation options include nearby bus stops at Kvarnparken and Radhuset. Guests are minutes away from attractions such as Heliga Trefaldighets Church and the Mackmyra Whisky Distillery.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

26 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Standard King Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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City Centre

Gavle300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

SEK 175 per day

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid shuttle service
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Children's play area
Kids club

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Nygatan 8, Gavle, Sweden, 803 20

Map view

Nygatan 8, Gavle, Sweden, 803 20

City landmarks

Event hall

Gavle Konserthus

730 m

Museum

Swedish Railway Museum

2.3 km

Sodra Strandgatan 20

Lansmuseet Gavleborg

1.1 km

Södra Kungsgatan 5

Gavle Goat

1.1 km

Amusement Park

Fjarran Hojderbadet

730 m

Between Sodra Kungsgatan and Brunnsgatan

Old Town Gavle

1.1 km

Event hall

Joe Hill museum

690 m

Garden

Stadstradgarden

730 m

Event hall

Gasklockorna

2.3 km

Västra Vägen 36

Boulognerskogen

1.7 km

Sodra Koloniomradet

Sodra kolonin Gavle

1.1 km

Vastra Vagen

Boulognerskogen City Park

2.3 km

Kolonnvägen 2

Mackmyra Whisky

2.1 km

Eldaregrand

Fyrskeppet Almagrundet

1.9 km

Nature reserve

Hemlingby friluftsomrade

2.9 km

Hemlingby

3.0 km

Nearby

Sodra Kansligatan 2

Gavle Castle

510 m

1-3 Hamiltongatan

The Prison Museum of Sweden

510 m

Church

Heliga Trefaldighets Church

510 m

Restaurants

Gefle Gourmetservice

50 m

Nygatan 7

Sushi Kultur

90 m

2 Nygatan

O'Learys Gavle

190 m

6 Drottninggatan

Wayne's Coffee

200 m

Drottninggatan 4

Bistro Cafe Pazzo

240 m

Drottninggatan 6

Coffeeshop Java

190 m

Nygatan 17

Brasserie Absint

310 m

N. Slottsg. 9 Clarion Hotel Winn Gävle

Branda Bocken

230 m

1 Stortorget

Church Street Saloon

390 m

Kyrkogatan 11

Meze Grill & Tapas

290 m

Norra Skeppargatan 6

Taco Bar Gavle

320 m

Norra Slottsgatan 5

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.8

Location

8.4

Service

8.4

Dining

6.7

Andrew

United States, March 2024

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The room was quiet, clean, and equipped with everything needed for a good night's sleep. The shared bathroom was not a big issue. The service was friendly and caring, especially during the thunderstorms. The location was perfect for both tourists and business travelers, right in the heart of Gavle and near great shopping and dining options. The dining experience was simple but offered a variety of choices. Overall, it was a great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The room I stayed in was rear facing and very quiet, allowing for a peaceful night's rest. It was clean, well-equipped with tea and coffee facilities, and featured a very comfortable bed.

Service

9.0

The staff at the hotel were incredibly nice and caring, ensuring a pleasant stay, especially during the thunderstorms. They provided excellent service.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is excellent, centrally located in Gavle, making it convenient for both leisure and business travelers. It is within walking distance to great shopping and dining venues.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory with a good selection of Swedish standard breakfast options. It may not have been the best, but it was plentiful and free, offering decent value for money.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were sufficient for a comfortable stay, though not extravagant. They met my needs during my visit.

George

United States, March 2024

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The room was clean and well-equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities and a very comfortable bed, but it was located near two busy main streets. The service was very friendly and helpful, but the dining options could be improved. The location is convenient, being close to the main square and shopping areas. The facilities were decent, but with some room for enhancement.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and well-equipped with a comfortable bed.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was convenient, near the main square and shopping areas.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average, with room for improvement in variety.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent but could be enhanced.

Katie

United States, March 2024

7.2/10

Staying at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms lacked a bit of ventilation since they are situated in the basement of the building, in a dark room without windows. However, the room was clean and well-equipped with tea and coffee making facilities available and a very comfortable bed, though the inability to open a window was a downside.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although lacking ventilation and situated in a dark room without windows, were clean and comfortable. Tea and coffee making facilities were available, and the bed was very comfortable.

Service

8.0

The service provided was very nice and friendly. Although at sensible prices, it wasn't the most pleasant, which is quite typical in Sweden. The staff was kind, friendly, and helpful.

Location

7.0

The location is pretty good on Nygatan, one of the main streets, close to the main square with plenty of shopping nearby. It is right downtown within walking distance to shopping, good restaurants, and other activities. However, being next to two heavily busy main streets was a bit noisy.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was pretty good value, with a self-service option offering a variety of cereals, juices, cold meats, bacon, and egg in a large, pleasant room downstairs. However, the dining was not as described in some feedback.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory, offering the basics needed for a comfortable stay.

Patrick

United States, March 2024

8.2/10

I had a great stay at the hotel. The room, though a bit cramped, was clean, quiet, and equipped with everything I needed for a good night's sleep. The service was exceptional, with kind and caring staff always ready to assist. The location was perfect, right in the heart of Gavle within walking distance to shops and restaurants. The dining experience was satisfactory with a good variety of options available for a self-service breakfast. Overall, a pleasant and value-for-money experience.

Rooms

8.0

The room, while a bit cramped, was clean and well-equipped for a comfortable stay. The quiet environment allowed for a peaceful night's sleep.

Service

9.0

The staff at the hotel were incredibly nice, caring, and always willing to help out with anything we needed.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in the center of Gavle was very convenient, making it perfect for both tourist and business visits. It was also ideal for travelers relying on train transportation.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered a good value and a decent selection for a self-service breakfast. The ability to make fresh orange juice was a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay, ensuring guests have a pleasant experience throughout their visit.

Josh

United States, February 2024

7.4/10

The hotel offers comfortable rooms without windows in the basement, which were clean and cozy but lacked natural light. The service was helpful and friendly overall, with some extra care during thunderstorms. The location is excellent for tourists and business travelers, right downtown close to main attractions. The dining experience had a good self-service breakfast but could be improved with more variety. The facilities are decent, offering basic amenities for a satisfactory stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and clean, despite being situated in the basement without windows.

Service

7.0

The staff was helpful and friendly, even providing warm tea during our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is excellently located downtown, perfect for both tourists and business travelers.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast was a good self-service option but could have more variety.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities offered basic amenities for a satisfactory stay.

Mike

United States, January 2024

8.0/10

The hotel's location on Nygatan is pretty good, close to the main square with plenty of shopping nearby. The rooms, though small, are adequate for a short stay. The service is excellent, with warm tea provided every morning. The dining options are quite good and offer a variety of choices, but could use some improvement in certain areas.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms faced the goods intake to the department store opposite. They were a bit small but certainly adequate for a short stay. Minimal furniture and ugly ceiling lamps.

Service

9.0

The service was really nice, with warm tea offered every morning. The staff was kind, friendly, and helpful.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location on Nygatan is pretty good, close to the main square with plenty of shopping nearby. Good for tourists and business visits. Somewhat dull but old, clean, and complete.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offered a good variety of choices with high quality. Pretty good value with self-service options.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provide sensible prices and a range of amenities for guests.

Ray

United States, October 2023

7.6/10

I found the hotel to be conveniently located in the city center with easy access to shopping and restaurants, but the room faced a busy street and was not ideal for working with a laptop. The service was pleasant and helpful. The dining was good value for the options provided but could use more variety. Overall, a decent stay for the price.

Rooms

7.0

My room was situated next to the outside corner of the building facing two busy streets. It was not the best for working with a laptop.

Service

8.0

The service was nice and friendly. The staff were always present at the reception and ready to assist.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is right downtown, within walking distance to shopping and good restaurants, making it convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was pretty good value, with a self-service breakfast offering a nice selection, though it could have been improved with more variety.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory for my needs during the stay.

Andrew

United States, September 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Gavle, making it convenient for travelers, but some noise from the street can be distracting. The service here shines with pleasant staff at the reception and thoughtful amenities provided. The dining experience offers a nice variety of options, although the quality may not meet everyone's expectation. Overall, it's a great value for money stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The room facing the goods intake wasn't ideal for working, but it was clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff at the reception desk were the hotel's greatest asset, providing excellent service.

Location

9.0

The central location on Nygatan is great for exploring Gavle on foot or accessing transport links.

Dining

7.0

The dining area downstairs had a lovely range of options, although not up to the highest standards.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided were sufficient for a comfortable stay.

Rachel

United States, June 2023

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The room was basic but comfortable, facing the goods intake to the department store opposite. It was clean and well-equipped with tea and coffee making facilities available and a very comfortable bed. The service was their greatest asset as they even prepped us warm tea every morning. The location, although somewhat dull, was very good for both tourist and business visits. The dining experience was satisfactory with a basic Swedish standard breakfast. The facilities offered were adequate.

Rooms

8.0

The room was basic but comfortable with very comfortable beds and clean.

Service

9.0

The staff was helpful and friendly.

Location

7.0

The hotel is in the center of Gavle, which is convenient for both tourists and business travelers.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was basic Swedish standard, with room for improvement in variety.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities provided were satisfactory, meeting basic needs.

Betty

United States, June 2023

7.4/10

I stayed at the hotel on Nygatan, a perfect location close to the main square and plenty of shopping. The rooms were clean and pleasant, although facing the goods intake of the department store across. The service was friendly and helpful, even with a typical Swedish touch of not being the most pleasant, and the facilities were satisfactory. However, there's room for improvement in the dining options.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and nice, with a mezzanine level facing the goods intake from the department store opposite.

Service

7.0

The staff was nice, always present at the reception, and even prepped warm tea every morning.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent for both tourists and business travelers, especially if you are arriving by train.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience could use more variety, especially in terms of cheese, fruit, and bread.