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Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem

2.5 star property
Riverwalk guesthouse with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Balcony
Courtyard
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 adults)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Explore the area

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Varvsgatan 17, Motala, 59160
  • Charlottenborg Manor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Borenshults Slussar
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Motala Motormuseum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Linkoping (LPI-Saab)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 adults)

Rollaway beds, free WiFi

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 adults)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 adults)

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 adults)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

Motala

At Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem you'll be within steps of Göta Canal and Charlottenborgsbron Göta kanal. Highlights at this guest house include free self-parking, a bar/lounge and in-room kitchens. .Enjoy access to bike hire and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .In proximity to this Motala guest house you'll find Linkoping University.
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What's nearby

  • Motala Industrimuseum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Charlottenborg Manor - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Borenshults Slussar - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Motala Motormuseum - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Varamobadet Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Motala Station - 4 min drive
  • Linkoping (LPI-Saab) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Berggrens öltapp och mat - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Café Mallboden - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chill Out Coffee Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ströget - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem

Riverwalk guesthouse with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Motala guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1829
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem offers 8 accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. This Motala guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1829
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: SEK 200 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for SEK 150 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Bed sheets fee: SEK 100 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: SEK 200 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: SEK 150 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, mobile payments and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, cash and mobile payments. Air conditioning is not provided. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem?

Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem?

As of 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem on 30 Sept 2025 start from NZ$154.09, including 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 parking available at Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem?

Yep, Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem?

The closest beach to Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem is Varamobadet Beach (3.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem?

No, Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Mallboden Café & Vandrarhem Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Per

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Uniqueness was located by the Gota canal & locks. Very near the museum about the Canal which was very good. What I didn't like was the communal washrooms & showers. Perhaps a separate toilet for the restaurant patrons would help.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ok for two nights...

Owners were very friendly. We got a two bunk beds for my family. Extra charge for sheets and towels. Had to shared bathrooms outside the room building though. Laundry on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ove

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ett mycket trevligt boende med helt unik omgivning precis vid Göta kanal. Jag var mer än nöjd och ser fram emot att boka här igen när tillfälle ges
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastiskt mysigt ställe. Bästa servicen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bodil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kanon

Kanon
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikko

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Katarina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charbél

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catarina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Familjärt och mysigt! Väldigt trevligt och varmt bemötande! Kommer garanterat tillbaka!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Lennart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Catrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toppenboende med jättefina omgivningar . Lite hårda sängar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jättemysigt med läge vid kanalen passade oss som kom med båt!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mikko

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rekomenderar verkligen detta ställe mysigt fint och nära till allt .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Henrik

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Per

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023