Children may stay for free at the youth hostel until and including the year they turn two years of age. This applies provided the child does not occupy a bed of its own. Travellers over the age of 15 are considered adults.

Group and conference bookings are not possible via the online booking system. Please contact the facility in question directly concerning any such inquiries. Child prices do not apply to group bookings.

STF Hostel Medskog/Östra Ämtervik

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Opening hours: 1/1-13 - 31/12-13
Telephone: Reception: +46 565-321 23; Fax: +46 565-321 23
E-mail: Member's prices 2013 from
Single room: from 340:- /person
Bed: from 190:- /adult
Bed: from 100:- /child
Double room/Twin-bedded room: from 245:- /person

Number of rooms: 14
Number of beds: 38
Address: Medskog; 68696 ÖSTRA ÄMTERVIK
Hostel host: Barbro Folkesson, Per Folkesson

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Sunne and its surroundings are known as Sagans Land (the Land of the Story), thanks to the late Swedish author Selma Lagerlöf whose former home Mårbacka is in this area.

The Nobel Prize winner’s descriptions of Sunne put it in on the world map, and the legacy has been carried on by author Göran Tunström.

The hostel lies in the middle of Värmland’s magnificent countryside, between the living history museums of Mårbacka and Geijer’s Farm. Guests stay in cabins or apartments, each with their own toilet, shower and kitchen. The hostel arranges horse trips on carriages or sleigh, and there a plenty of opportunities to explore the great outdoors by foot, bicycle or on the waters of lake Visten.

Note: If space is available and a confirmation is received, the booking is considered definite.
Any cancellation must be made by no later than 18.00 on the day before arrival.
Request relating to bookings within 48 hours must be made by telephone.

Note: A booking is not valid until you have recieved a confirmation from the youth hostel.

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Accessibility for persons with disabilities

This symbol shows that the hostel conforms to recommendations from the De Handikappades Riksorganisation (DHR): the entrance is level, or there is a ramp with maximum gradient 5 cm/m. The front door of the hostel and doors into the guest rooms and toilets are wider than 80 cm. There is at least 80 cm free space at the side of the lavatory and 130 cm in front. The shower is suitable for use by persons with disabilities. There is wheelchair access to kitchens and common rooms. At least two rooms are suitable for use by persons with disabilities.
Pets

This symbol denotes that the hostel has a limited number of rooms for guests accompanied by pets. It is recommended that such rooms are booked in advance (except for at the mountain huts, where it is not possible to book in advance).
Shop 1

This symbol denotes that the hostel offers a limited range of food for sale.
Shop 2

This symbol denotes that the hostel offers a wider range of food for sale.
Shop 3

This symbol denotes that the hostel offers leisure equipment and a wide range of food for sale.
Cafeteria 1

This symbol denotes that there is a cafeteria at the hostel that offers coffee, sandwiches, and other simple meals.
Cafeteria 2

This symbol denotes that there is a cafeteria at the hostel that offers breakfast, in addition to coffee, sandwiches and other simple meals.
Cafeteria 3

This symbol denotes that there is a cafeteria or restaurant at the hostel that offers both breakfast and hot meals throughout the day and evening.
Internet

This symbol denotes that the hostel offers at least one computer for guest use, or wireless internet connection.
Conference facilities

This symbol shows that the hostel has conference facilities. There is at least one conference room with minimum capacity of 20, and at least one group room. Conference equipment such as fax, Xerox, overhead, whiteboard and flipover are available. The facility offers breakfast, lunch and dinner or self-catering facilities for conference groups.
Credit and debit cards

This symbol denotes that most common credit and debit cards are accepted.
Laundry facilities

This symbol denotes that the hostel has laundry facilities.
Equipment hire

This symbol denotes that the hostel has a range of leisure equipment for hire.
Cycle hire

This symbol denotes that it is possible to hire cycles at the hostel.
Canoe hire

This symbol denotes that it is possible to hire canoes or kayaks at the hostel.
Sauna

This symbol denotes that the hostel has a guest sauna.
Guides

This symbol denotes that guides are available and that activities are organised by the hostel.
Fishing

This symbol conforms to the recommendations of the Swedish Angler’s Association: The hostel sells fishing licences and can give advice and information about fishing waters. The hostel also has a location for cleaning fish and drying space for wet clothes.
Golf

This symbol conforms to the recommendations of the Swedish Golf Federation: The hostel collaborates with the closest golfing facilities concerning information about fees and the difficulty of the courses. The hostel also serves breakfast and provides a lockable luggage room or trolley shed.

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The Swan – official Nordic ecolabel

This symbol denotes that the hostel conforms partially or fully to the standards of the Swan – official Nordic ecolabelling. More information
Nature’s Best

This symbol denotes that the hostel arranges activities that have been certified as Nature’s Best. More information
Green Key

This symbol denotes that the hostel is partially or fully certified according to the Green Key campaign of Keep Sweden Tidy. More information
KRAV

This symbol denotes that the hostel has been partially or fully certified by the KRAV organisation. More information
The EU Eco-label

The EU Eco-label is a certification scheme aimed to help European customers distinguish greener, more environmentally friendly, products and services. The EU Eco-label is administered by the European Eco-labelling Board (EUEB). More information

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