Fabriken Furillen

Top choice in Gotland


In the unlikely setting of an old limestone factory in a remote eastern corner of the island, this extraordinary hotel combines a raw industrial environment with cutting-edge Scandinavian design. There are even hermit huts for those really wanting to get away from it all, with hand-built Hästens beds and a copy of Thoreau's Walden. The restaurant (mains from 295kr) is Michelin-chef standard and uses only local products and produce.


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