Restaurant
Visby Gustavsberg
International restaurant with outdoor seating and takeaway options.
1.6 km from hotel
Vidhave
Rated 9.0 in 425 reviews. Villa.
This property is well-suited for travelers desiring a calm, nature-focused stay with the convenience of a nearby village, perfect for unwinding by the sea.
Vidhave offers a serene coastal retreat on Gotland, characterized by its peaceful atmosphere, close proximity to nature and the sea, and well-designed villas. It provides a tranquil escape with easy access to the charming town of Visby, making it ideal for those seeking a quiet, unhurried experience.
On the map
Recommended Nearby
A guide to great places near Vidhave
Harbour
Flundrevikens Fiskelage
A small fishing harbour with boats, offering a glimpse into local life.
969 m from hotel
Village
Norra Visby
Norra Visby is a small Swedish village with a population of 453.
1.0 km from hotel
Nature
Bergbetningen
Bergbetningen is a nature reserve with walking trails and diverse flora.
1.3 km from hotel
Culture
Konstnarshemmet Brucebo
Brucebo is a museum dedicated to artists, featuring their homes and studios.
1.9 km from hotel
Nature
Brucebo
Brucebo is a nature reserve with walking trails and diverse plant life.
1.6 km from hotel
What this place is
Twelve dimensions of rest, read from 425 reviews.
Slow pace
Where time stands still
9.0exceptional
The atmosphere is consistently described as calm, peaceful, and tranquil, with guests specifically recommending it for peace of mind, especially during the off-season.
“I recommend trying Vidhave off-season for utter peace and tranquility.”
“The atmosphere was remarkably calm and peaceful.”
“Perfect place if peace of mind is what you're looking for. ✨️”
Private outdoor space
Terrace, balcony, or garden per room
8.0very strong
Guests appreciate the well-equipped villas and the beautiful outdoor areas, often featuring flower meadows and sea views from terraces.
“The villa is very well stocked with all you need for a comfortable stay.”
“large window beautiful outdoor area with flower meadows, sea view.”
“We could see the sea from our bed and terrace, with flowers all around.”
Water access
Sea, lake, dock, or pool view
9.0exceptional
The property offers excellent water access, with a gorgeous beach very close by, and amenities like a pool, sauna, and hot tubs near the sea, allowing for relaxing baths and sunset views.
“The beach was gorgeous and the facilities fantastic.”
“It was a truly amazing location, situated very close to the sea and beach.”
“extra activities (sauna, hot tubes located at the beach - you can take a relaxing bath and admire Baltic Sea sunset at the same time)”
Village within reach
Walkable small town or harbour
7.0strong
The hotel is conveniently located a short bus ride from Visby, offering easy access to the town while maintaining a peaceful, rural feel.
“Bus is just a 3 minute walk and takes 10 minutes to arrive in Visby.”
“The location was perfect, close enough to the airport and visby for easy access yet felt peaceful and rural.”
“Visby center is near by and is really great, has many places to visit and explore.”
Quiet
Ambient noise level
8.0very strong
The property is consistently described as a quiet and peaceful place, offering tranquility, especially during the off-season.
“I recommend trying Vidhave off-season for utter peace and tranquility.”
“The atmosphere was remarkably calm and peaceful.”
“quiet place, large window beautiful outdoor area with flower meadows, sea view.”
Privacy
Walls, separation, solitude
7.0strong
The property offers a sense of privacy and tranquility, with guests highlighting the calm atmosphere and the feeling of being outside the city while still accessible.
“I recommend trying Vidhave off-season for utter peace and tranquility.”
“The atmosphere was remarkably calm and peaceful.”
“The place is built, furnished, equipped, and decorated in a very thoughtful way. The location is perfect, calm, and outside the city yet close enough so you don't waste lot of time commuting to Visby.”
Nature immersion
Surroundings and outdoor stillness
9.0exceptional
Guests consistently praise the hotel's strong connection to nature, highlighting its proximity to hiking trails, gorgeous beaches, and beautiful, peaceful surrounding scenery.
“So close to hiking trails and nature.”
“The location was perfect, close enough to the airport and visby for easy access yet felt peaceful and rural. The beach was gorgeous and the facilities fantastic.”
“The view and surrounding scenery were so beautiful and peaceful.”
Bed comfort
Mattress, pillows, sleep quality
6.0good
Bed comfort receives mixed reviews, with some guests finding them very comfortable, while others found them not comfy or noted tight space around the beds.
“Beds very comfortable.”
“The bed and pillows weren't that comfy.”
“The bedrooms had comfortable beds but the space around the beds was a bit tight especially with the suitcases in there.”
Service warmth
Family-run, personal care
8.0very strong
The staff and hosts are consistently praised for being wonderfully responsive, exceptionally kind, helpful, and welcoming, contributing significantly to a positive guest experience.
“The staff was wonderfully responsive to requests.”
“The staff were exceptionally kind, helpful, and welcoming.”
“The hosts are extremely friendly and helpful.”
Food on site
Simple, good, unhurried
6.0good
The breakfast receives mixed reviews, with some finding it exceptional or good, while others describe it as a bit boring with less variety. Many guests also self-cater.
“Breakfast on our first day was exceptional though we self catered for the rest of the time.”
“Loved the breakfast ans beach !”
“Breakfast was bit boring. Less varities”
Best rooms to request
Specific rooms or orientations praised
7.0strong
Sea-view tiny houses or houses with garden views that still offer sea glimpses and sunset views from the terrace are highly recommended for the best experience.
“The view from the sea-view tiny houses is amazing.”
“We could see the sea from our bed and terrace, with flowers all around.”
“Even from the house with garden view we could see the sea and watch the sunset from our terrace.”
Things to know
Warnings and unexpected charges
4.0weak
One review mentions a charge for the pool and sauna, suggesting potential hidden fees for amenities.
“The smelly beach and the charge for the pool and sauna”
Why we chose this stay · Tier B
Vidhave clearly meets the core calmcation requirements with its peaceful, nature-immersed setting, private outdoor spaces, and proximity to both the sea and a charming town. While it offers a strong sense of tranquility and good service, it doesn't quite reach the rare, defining level of a Tier A property.
Before you book
Practical guidance from Vidhave reviews.
Which room category to choose, what to mention in special requests, and what to verify at check-in — extracted from real guest reviews.
Best room types to book
Which room category to choose on Booking
Guests consistently praise the sea-view tiny houses for their amazing views and the ability to see the sea from the bed and terrace. Even garden view houses can offer sea glimpses.
Look for these room categories
- Sea-view tiny houses
- House with garden view
Bathroom
Size, fixtures, common issues
Bathrooms are generally nice, spacious, and clean, with good showers. However, some guests noted a lack of mirrors outside the main bathroom and noisy ventilation.
What to expect / request
- Be aware of potentially noisy bathroom ventilation
- Consider bringing a portable mirror if multiple people need to get ready simultaneously
AC & heating
Reliability across seasons
Bedrooms can become quite warm when it's hot outside, and some rooms lack sufficient ventilation. Consider bringing a fan if visiting during warmer months.
What to expect / pack
- Bring a fan if staying during warm weather
- Request a room with good ventilation/windows
Breakfast
Type, timing, what to expect
Breakfast receives mixed reviews; some found it exceptional, while others described it as a bit boring with less variety.
Practical notes
- Consider self-catering after the first day if variety is important
- Don't expect a wide variety of breakfast options
Check-in
Friction at arrival, deposits, late arrivals
The electronic key system via an app can be complicated, unreliable, and difficult to activate, leading to potential access issues, especially for those without cellular service or when staff are not readily available.
Practical notes
- Ensure your phone is fully charged and has cellular service upon arrival
- Familiarize yourself with the key app before arrival
- Confirm meeting arrangements with staff if arriving without cellular service
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In guests' own words
Verified Booking.com reviews, unedited.
“Lara met me and introduced me to my tiny villa. The app used as a key worked extremely well. The staff was wonderfully responsive to requests. The villa is very well stocked with all you need for a comfortable stay. I recommend trying Vidhave off-season for utter peace and tranquility. Bus is just a 3 minute walk and takes 10 minutes to arrive in Visby. So close to hiking trails and nature. Highly recommend.”
“The location was perfect, close enough to the airport and visby for easy access yet felt peaceful and rural. The beach was gorgeous and the facilities fantastic. Perfect location for exploring north and south too. The accommodation was so comfortable, everything we needed, beautifully designed, very clean and we appreciated the bin emptying services. Breakfast on our first day was exceptional though we self catered for the rest of the time. The staff were wonderful and communication was excellent. Beds very comfortable and shower superb. Highly Highly recommend!”
“Very neat, clean and practical ! good and comfortable beds ! Loved the breakfast ans beach !”
“The room was indeed pleasant and tidy. The staff were exceptionally kind, helpful, and welcoming. It was a truly amazing location, situated very close to the sea and beach. The atmosphere was remarkably calm and peaceful. Furthermore, the pool and sauna were also well-maintained and clean.”
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Vidhave
Visby, Sweden
Booking: 9.0 / 10 · 425 reviews
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