Restaurants in Visby

Restaurants in Visby – Our Favourites

There are many wonderful restaurants in Visby, and here on Gotland we are proud of our excellent local produce and all the talented restaurateurs who turn it into memorable dining experiences.

Just a stone’s throw from us, around Stora Torget (the main square) in Visby, you will find a great selection of restaurants, cafés and cosy places to eat. Many of the restaurants are open year-round, making it easy to find somewhere good to eat no matter when you visit Gotland.

Here are a few of our personal restaurant favourites. All of these restaurants are open year-round.

G:a Masters – A Popular Neighbourhood Restaurant in Visby

G:a Masters is a lovely neighbourhood restaurant that consistently offers high-quality food. It is a popular favourite among both locals and visitors looking for a great place to eat in Visby.

The restaurant is extremely popular and often fully booked, so we strongly recommend booking a table in advance.

Visit the G:a Masters website: https://gamlamasters.se/

Bakfickan – Fish and Seafood in Visby

Bakfickan is a wonderful fish and seafood restaurant in Visby and a favourite among both visitors and locals. The restaurant is small, cosy and intimate, making it a great choice for anyone who enjoys fresh seafood.

During the summer, tables cannot be booked in advance, but it is well worth waiting a little while for a table. The restaurant is popular for a reason!

Visit the Bakfickan website: https://www.bakfickanvisby.se/

Surfers – Chinese and Sichuan Cuisine

Surfers offers delicious Chinese and Sichuan cuisine in a wonderfully cosy setting, with friendly and welcoming service. It is a great choice if you are looking for something with plenty of flavour and character.

Surfers is a very popular restaurant in Visby, so you will always need to book a table in advance.

Visit the Surfers Visby website: https://www.surfersvisby.se/

Värdshuset Lindgården – Traditional Swedish Cuisine

Värdshuset Lindgården is located on Strandgatan, just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel. Here, it feels as though time has stood still since the 1960s – in the most charming way.

This beautiful traditional inn offers a classic setting with crisp white tablecloths and an excellent menu of traditional Swedish dishes. It is a lovely choice if you want to experience Swedish cuisine and a genuine Visby atmosphere during your stay on Gotland.

And don’t miss their fantastic Gin Bar, featuring an impressive selection of different gins.

Visit the Värdshuset Lindgården website: https://lindgarden.com/

Reviews and ratings

Award-winning – proud recipients of the 2023 “Host of the Year” award in Gotland’s tourism industry.  The motivaiton is following: “In just a few years, this couple has become true ambassadors for Gotland and Visby. They take service and hospitality very seriously, which is clearly reflected in their reviews and in their many returning guests. Year-round, seven days a week, they manage a fantastic and

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About us

The building, Helgeandshuset, was renovated into a hotel in 2006. The main building is originaly from the middle of the 13th century and has itw own history. The house is classified a cultural heritage and building monument. Originally it hosted Visby’s oldest hospital, almshouse and guest house. Today the building is one of Visby’s oldest residential buildings. The hotel is located in one of Visby’s

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Motorbike

We love motorcycling and welcome motorcyclists. We offer discount if you are a member 0f Sveriges Motorcyklister (SMC) and Bike Babes. Free parking on our yard.

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Dogs

You are welcome to bring your dog if you are staying with us. The price for bringing a dog is SEK 200 / night. Dogs are welcome in the rooms but not in public areas. If you bring a dog, please let us know at the time of booking, as we have limited number of rooms available for dogs.

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Breakfast

Breakfast is always included in the room rate. We serve a breakfast buffet with focus on quality. The buffé is a continental breakfast with cold dishes. Gluten-free is always available. If you are vegan, please inform us before arrival and we will have something special for you too. In summer, you can sit outdoors in our lovely garden. In winter,  seatinsgs are available in our breakfast

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Taxi

Regardless you arrive to Gotland by ferry or plane, we are only a 5-10 minute drive from the terminal. Walking distance from the ferry is approx 20 min. We cooperate with Gotland’s only green taxi (electric car) Limo Gotland. Contact them directly on telephone number +46 (0)498 – 500 77 or let us book a taxi for you. You can also reach them at https://www.limogotland.se/

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How to find us

Directions to the hotel: By car: Avoid driving through the inner city in summer as streets are narrow and full of tourists. Instead, drive around Visby and in via Norderport. Drive straight to the Y-junction Smedjegatan – Hospitalsgatan. To the left, just before the post office’s yellow mailbox, you see the entrance to Hotel Helgeand yard.  See map. GPS is not recomended in Visby. If

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Parking

Parking at Hotel Helgeand Wisby It can be difficult to find parking inside the walls of Visby’s old town. We offer generous parking with a total of fifteen parking spaces for our twenty rooms, and we dare say we have some of the best parking spots in Visby’s old town. Your car is safely parked in our courtyard next to the hotel, we have space

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Guide to Swedes

Welcome to Sweden!                                      You’ve arrived in a country famous for forests, clean air, cinnamon buns, and people who might seem a little… quiet at first. Don’t worry. Swedes are friendly – we just warm up slowly, a bit like our summers. Here are a few things that will

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Rent a bike

Explore Gotland by bike. We offer convenient bicycle rentals directly at the hotel, featuring comfortable three-speed city bikes from Gotlands Cykeluthyrning. Helmets are included for your safety. The rental price is SEK 195 per day, or SEK 175 per day when renting for multiple days. Feel free to ask us for recommendations on where to go cycling—we are happy to share our favorite routes and

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Late arrival

Late arrival? No problem. Arriving after opening hours? You are welcome to check in with us at any time. Simply inform us in advance, and we will provide you with a personal access code to enter the hotel. Inside the entrance, you will find an envelope with your name on it, containing your room keys and clear instructions on how to find your room. Should

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