Grythyttans Gästgivaregård

“Nice and fine - but on idle...”

Grythyttans gästgivaregård under the emblematic Carl Jan Granqvist changed forever the Swedish culinary map. A center for food and culture during decades. When Carl Jan left this nearly institutional hotel/restaurant the elegance and finesse left with him. Sure, Grythyttan's new owners are doing gr… lisää

Grythyttans gästgivaregård under the emblematic Carl Jan Granqvist changed forever the Swedish culinary map. A center for food and culture during decades. When Carl Jan left this nearly institutional hotel/restaurant the elegance and finesse left with him. Sure, Grythyttan's new owners are doing great in many ways, but the refinement, the "total cultural experience" and Michelin-level has not been reached. It's very cute... the little village street completely dominated by the buildings owned by "Grythyttans gästgivaregård". Charming rooms in annexing buildings. Still a genuine main building. But the essence of personality and complete refinement of the whole cultural feeling that could be experienced in the "old days" have gone up in fumes with the commercialising of the establishment. It's OK. But don't expect an excitement. It's not in a Michelin class. Rack prices are high. If you instead can find some sort of package with a room and dinner, it's worth it. Alternatives are sparse, but Wedevågs herrgård (search TA) is really a great alternative - both in atmosphere and definitely in a culinary sense!

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“A winter getaway with good food”

Over the years I’ve been here a few times, and it’s always been a nice experience. It’s not cheap, but the atmosphere is great, especially in the winter with all the lights. Rooms, scattered around the village are spacious and comfortable. The restaurant is excellent, great food, very extensive win… lisää

Over the years I’ve been here a few times, and it’s always been a nice experience. It’s not cheap, but the atmosphere is great, especially in the winter with all the lights. Rooms, scattered around the village are spacious and comfortable. The restaurant is excellent, great food, very extensive wine list, and good service. Very cozy bar and lounge area. Good parking possibilities. Combine with a visit to the nice town of Karlstad, and in particular the Lerin museum at Sandgrund which is a fabulous experience.

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“Nice place in a remote part of Sweden, at least from where I live”

Me and my wife spent a night here to celebrate an anniversiry. It’s not a lot to do in the area besides this apart from the Cornelis pub that is located across the square. Hwr, the place offers what you need. With a full menu included in the booking we had a nice stay. Although they claim they have… lisää

Me and my wife spent a night here to celebrate an anniversiry. It’s not a lot to do in the area besides this apart from the Cornelis pub that is located across the square. Hwr, the place offers what you need. With a full menu included in the booking we had a nice stay. Although they claim they have a extensive winelist we were not introduced to it even though we asked for an alternative to the recommendation with the menu. So we ended up with that, and it was no wrong with that, but we felt a bit trapped with no options. We ended our stay with a game of boule in the nice garden the morning after and feel the stay was well worth the long journey for us to get there.

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