Title: Mariestad Travel Guide: Best of Mariestad, Västra Götaland County Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Mariestad](https://expedia.co.uk/Mariestad-Hotels.d500588.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Mariestad](https://expedia.co.uk/Mariestad-Holiday-Rentals.d500588.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Mariestad](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Mariestad.d500588.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Mariestad Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Mariestad.d500588.Car-Hire-Guide)[Mariestad Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Mariestad.d500588.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Mariestad Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Mariestad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/d586e9ef38ff1e6957d59e5ed776290c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mariestad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/89bc22c0f42e14af849fc3f6acbb659c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Mariestad Where to stay Things to do #### This town along Gota Canal attracts boating enthusiasts from far and wide. Relax by the tranquil Lake Vanern. Mariestad sits on the banks of Lake Vanern and is the perfect destination if you want to experience Sweden's best outdoor swimming, near Gota Canal. North of Mariestad, the canal connects with Lake Vanern in an area that makes for an idyllic daytrip. Nature enthusiasts, history buffs and culture lovers flock to the picturesque towns along the canal. Mariestad gives a striking first impression, particularly the many historic building in the charming Old Town. Amble around the popular cultural sites, next to little houses, cafés and shops. Overlooking the Old Town is Mariestads Domkyrka, one of the area's most iconic structures. Explore the shopping area with many restaurants and pubs along the main road Kungsgatan. During your stay in Mariestad, going for an outdoor swim is mandatory. Some of the nicest options are Ekuddens Strandbad, Sandviken and Snapen. Why not book a weekend trip to Mariestad and swim in a lake surrounded by trees, light, wind and birds? Learn more about the district's long industrial history at Lugnas Qvarnstensgruva. You can take a guided tour to find out more about working condition during the area's industrial heyday. At Vadsbro Museum there are exhibitions about Mariestad's development in the recent centuries. Mariestad is situated 50 kilometres north of Lidkoping and is easy to get to by car. The journey from Lidkoping or Skovde takes about an hour. Alterantively, you can get the train from Skovde to one of the bigger cities, such as Stockholm or Gothenburg. Spend some time admiring Lake Vanern and Gota Canal during your trip to Mariestad. Go for a weekend trip to Mariestad with your loved ones, or treat yourself to an even longer getaway. ### Where to stay in Mariestad ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gamla Staden-Nya Staden If you're spending some time in Gamla Staden-Nya Staden, Vänern and Vadsbo Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mariestad-Gamla-Staden-Nya-Staden.dx553248635976384366) - Top hotels in Mariestad - Top Holiday Rentals in Mariestad ![Vänerport Stadshotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/600000/598300/598279/7eeaea25_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vänerport Stadshotel Nygatan 10, Mariestad £82 16 Oct - 17 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Mariestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Sandvikens badplats and Skräddaretorp ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (809 reviews) Best value for money! "Excellent Hotel, Big rooms, Good Smart TV, Excellent Internet. Excellent Beds, Silent, Flexible Staff. Restaurant could be better, only offers cold meals during the day." Reviewed on 8 Nov 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F10%2F2025&endDate=17%2F10%2F2025&selected=598279&PinnedHotelID=598279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=500588) ![Waterside Mariestad](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24200000/24192600/24192516/ffee942e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waterside Mariestad 5 Oxvägen, Mariestad £68 18 Sept - 19 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Mariestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sandvikens badplats and Skräddaretorp are located ... 7.8/10 Good! (511 reviews) "It is a prison! You can feel it, however it is cool to experience it for a night. We got to check-in right when the Front Desk was closing for the day. A but eerie inside when no-one is around and you have. Bathroom could have been cleaner. Okay-ish breakfast. Overall great for a night!" Reviewed on 1 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F09%2F2025&endDate=19%2F09%2F2025&selected=24192516&PinnedHotelID=24192516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=500588) ![Vänerport Lakefront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23660000/23657700/23657609/2fef58dd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vänerport Lakefront 32 Hamngatan, Mariestad £86 17 Sept - 18 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Mariestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (858 reviews) "No elevator. Quite warm, so kept room windows open and then it was fine. Very good breakfast" Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F09%2F2025&endDate=18%2F09%2F2025&selected=23657609&PinnedHotelID=23657609&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=500588) [See all 224 properties in Mariestad](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F09%2F2025&endDate=18%2F09%2F2025®ionId=500588) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![First Camp Ekudden Mariestad](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20020000/20015600/20015583/e4be781b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### First Camp Ekudden Mariestad Ekudden, Mariestad, Vastra Gotaland County Stay at this eco-certified campsite in Mariestad. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sandvikens badplats and Skräddaretorp ... 7.6/10 Good! (36 reviews) "Boendet var enkelt men rent. Sängarna var bra och personalen vänlig och tillmötesgående. Det var vad man behövde för en natt. Omgivningen superfin." Reviewed on 29 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mariestad-Hotels-First-Camp-Ekudden-Mariestad.h20015583.Hotel-Information) ![Brodderud Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99800000/99790800/99790800/4659bbcd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Brodderud Apartments Hamngatan 16, Mariestad, Västra Götalands län Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Mariestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sandvikens badplats and Skräddaretorp are ... "Nice and clean walking distance from main hotel, you can hear traffic but we were on first floor" Reviewed on 3 Feb 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mariestad-Hotels-Brodderud-Apartments.h99790800.Hotel-Information) ![4 Person Holiday Home in Mariestad-by Traum](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104460000/104455200/104455136/932beacf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 4 Person Holiday Home in Mariestad-by Traum Mariestad, Västra Götaland County Stay at this holiday home in Mariestad. Enjoy free parking. Popular attraction Sandvikens badplats is located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mariestad-Hotels-4-Person-Holiday-Home-In-Mariestad.h104455136.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Mariestad](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=500588&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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