Discover Mariestad and the shores of Lake Vänern at your own pace. With Lakefront as your base, you’ll find charming neighborhoods, lovely breaks by the water, and a comfortable bed when your day’s adventures are over.

We’ll take care of the bike—you choose the route. Set off on a ride as a couple, with friends, or as part of a cycling group. Tell us what you’d like to experience, and we’ll help you plan your trip.

For groups—such as the one that visited during Dartmann’s stay—the hotel serves as a convenient meeting place before and after the day’s excursion.

Swap the city streets for open water and archipelago life. Discover Mariestad and the Vänern Archipelago aboard Vänern Outdoors’ motor sailboat or on a guided kayaking tour.

The tours can be tailored for both beginners and more experienced paddlers. Stay at Lakefront by the harbor and combine days on the water with visits to local restaurants and a good night’s sleep.

Contact us for current tours, availability, and an itinerary tailored to your group.

Do something creative together. Combine a stay at Lakefront with a pottery workshop at Formfabriken by Nina in Mariestad.

With ceramic artist Nina Bergqvist, you’ll discover the possibilities of clay and create with your hands. A great activity for couples, friends, or a small group looking to try something new.

Contact us for information about accommodations and to view current course dates, prices, and terms and conditions at Formfabriken. Activities and accommodations are subject to availability.

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Step right into the history of the Old Town. Stroll through the narrow streets and past the old houses, discover the Cathedral, and continue down to the harbor for a break by the water.

Would you like to get to know the city a little better? Combine your hotel stay with a guided walking tour and hear stories about the people, the buildings, and life on Lake Vänern.

Let us know when you'd like to come and how many of you there are, and we'll help you with suggestions for lodging and guided tours. Guided tours are booked based on availability.

With the Cathedral behind the hotel and Mariestad Harbor in front, you’ll be staying right in the heart of what makes the city so charming. Lakefront’s four buildings combine old-world charm with comfortable rooms and convenient self-check-in at the White House.

Take an evening stroll along the waterfront, choose one of the lovely local restaurants, and then retreat for a cozy night. A getaway for those of you who want to spend time together, explore the city, and enjoy those little extras in everyday life.

Breakfast is included with your room reservation. Tuesday through Friday, breakfast is served at Lakefront from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Saturday through Monday, you’re welcome to enjoy Stadshotellet’s popular hotel breakfast buffet, just a short walk away. Saturday–Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and Monday from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Breakfast is not served at Lakefront on Saturday–Monday.

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Vacations are best when the whole family is together. Here at Lakefront Vänerport, we welcome you and your four-legged friend to enjoy wonderful days in Mariestad, with time for walks, new discoveries, and relaxation together. We know it’s easier to relax when you know your dog is comfortable. That’s why our dog package includes a dog bed and a dog bowl, so your travel companion also has a place of their own to unwind after the day’s adventures. Feel free to bring your dog’s favorite blanket or toy for a little extra home comfort.

*Please let us know when you make your reservation—or email us afterward—that you will be bringing your dog so we can prepare the room for your pet. When booking with a dog, a dog fee of 250 SEK per dog per night applies.

The package includes:

• Accommodation with breakfast

• Dog bed and dog bowl

• Information about beautiful dog-walking trails around Ekudden—a small nature reserve in central Mariestad

• Recommendations for dog-friendly restaurants

Breakfast is included with your room reservation. Tuesday through Friday, breakfast is served at Lakefront from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Saturday through Monday, you’re welcome to enjoy Stadshotellet’s popular hotel breakfast buffet, just a short walk away. Saturday–Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and Monday from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Breakfast is not served at Lakefront on Saturday–Monday.

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Gather your colleagues at Lakefront and start the day with breakfast, coffee, and good conversation. Breakfast is included in our breakfast meeting, which can be booked in the conference room or group room.

Would you like to meet all day? We offer breakfast and coffee breaks on-site. If you’d like lunch, we’d be happy to arrange a meal at Stadshotellet, or at Norrqvarn during May, June, July, and September. Lunch at another hotel must be booked separately and is not included in Lakefront’s breakfast meeting.