Award-winning design and large-scale convention facilities to historical settings and nature-inspired experiences. Whether you're planning a creative workshop, an exclusive board meeting, or a larger conference, Umeå offers a range of unique environments that can elevate your event and create an unforgettable experience.
If you're planning a larger event or conference, Nolia is the place. This trade fair and conference center in Umeå is well known for handling everything from large-scale exhibitions to custom-designed events. With its 2,800 square meter event space and accompanying conference facilities, Nolia is a dynamic meeting place for business, innovation, and networking. It’s the perfect venue, whether it’s a tailored congress or a public exhibition, for grand ideas to take shape.
Stora Hotellet offers an entirely different type of meeting environment. This charming boutique hotel, built in 1895, blends its historical maritime heritage with modern elegance. The hotel’s intimate meeting rooms and atmospheric setting make it ideal for corporate events and executive meetings. Being named "World's Best New Boutique Hotel" says something about the unique experience that awaits.
Stora Hotellet. Photo: Philip Avesand and Erik Nissen Johansen
Clarion Hotel Umeå is the city's newest and most modern meeting venue, strategically located by the Ume River. With its impressive 14,000 square meters and 13 floors, it offers space for all types of meetings, big and small. The hotel provides a multifunctional event hall, flexible conference rooms, and an impressive lookout point for breaks with views over the river. Additionally, the hotel offers excellent dining experiences and relaxation in the form of a spa – a perfect combination to recharge after intense meeting days.
Umeå Folkets Hus is a popular and versatile choice for both large and small events. This classic congress center in the heart of the city offers 23 different venues, with the largest, Idun, accommodating up to 1,150 participants. Don’t miss one of the building’s highlights – the guitar museum in the attic. At Guitars – The Museum, you'll find the world’s largest privately owned collection of guitars. It’s the perfect place to combine culture, conferences, and entertainment in one unique package.
Guitars - The Museum, photo: Fredrik Larsson
For the design-conscious and tech-savvy, P5 in the Väven Cultural Center is an obvious choice. With its award-winning design and state-of-the-art technology, located in the heart of Umeå, it combines aesthetics with functionality. Everything you need to create a standout meeting is here – from flexible meeting rooms to a large terrace with a stunning view of the Ume River.
For meetings with a historical touch, Elite Hotel Mimer is an excellent choice. This former school building from the early 20th century has been transformed into an elegant conference and hotel venue with four uniquely designed rooms. The largest hall, Mimersalen, impresses with its beautiful wood details and open spaces, perfect for large conferences and banquets. Whether you're planning a small board meeting or a larger lecture, Mimer offers a charming and inspiring environment.
For those seeking a meeting venue away from the city's hustle and bustle, Granö Beckasin offers a truly unique experience. Surrounded by the northern forest and with the Ume River flowing nearby, you can combine conferences with nature-based activities. The facility is a winner of the Ecotourism Award and offers treehouse accommodations, local cuisine, and numerous activities to stimulate both body and mind. Perfect for smaller groups wanting to blend business with the tranquility and inspiration of nature.
Granö Beckasin, photo: Bea Holmberg
• Conference/Congress Venues: 5 major, accommodating 400-1,150 people
• Hotels with Conference Facilities: 8, up to 200 people
• Exhibition Space: 2,800 square meters, 3,000 people
• Hotel Rooms: 2,002
• Beds: 4,096
• Population: 133,000
• Universities: 2
• Students: 37,000
• Average Age: 39 (Swedish average 41.4)
• Registered Companies: 14,000
• Birches: 2,300 (in the city center)
• Bicycle Paths: 253 kilometers