Hotel
The sign indicates direction to hotels
When You See This Sign
When you see H7 (Hotel) you know the sign indicates direction to a hotel. Decide whether you will exit at the next exit or continue; change lanes and signal well in advance if you are going to turn, otherwise continue without unnecessary braking.
Rules & Regulations
- H7 is a guidance sign (location sign) that indicates direction to a hotel and is an informational sign — it does not introduce any obligation for the road user.
- The sign is placed well in advance of an exit or junction and is often supplemented with an arrow or distance indication to show the exact direction or how far it is to the hotel.
- The signage is installed by the road authority or by agreement with the responsible authority; private operators normally cannot erect H7 signs freely without permission.
- H7 does not affect right-of-way rules or priority at intersections — the traffic situation and road markings take precedence over the guidance sign.
Tips for Drivers
- If you intend to follow the sign, plan your lane choice and signal well before the exit or turn so you do not brake suddenly.
- Read any supplementary plates (arrow or distance indicator) so you know whether the hotel is at the next exit or further ahead and can choose the correct lane calmly.
- If you are not going to the hotel, continue at your current speed and avoid sudden braking just because you see the sign.
Common Mistakes
- Believing that H7 forces you to turn or follow the arrow — the sign is purely informative.
- Assuming the hotel is located exactly where the sign is; often the sign shows the direction and the hotel may be some distance away.
- Confusing H7 with tourist or attraction signs and thinking it refers to something other than accommodation.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Hotel
What should you do when you see this sign and need overnight accommodation in the city?
- A Follow the sign to find the direction to a hotel.
- B It indicates the direction to a campsite for tents and caravans.
- C It indicates the direction to a bed and breakfast.
- D It indicates that the area is a tourist park.
Exam Tip
In the theory test you may be asked a question designed to make you believe H7 changes right-of-way rules or requires you to turn. Remember: H7 is an informational sign and does not affect priority or require you to turn.
Did You Know?
The bed symbol used on H7 is internationally recognizable and appears in many countries' road sign systems to help travelers from other countries. In Sweden, H7 is often used together with an arrow or a distance figure for clarity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does H7 mean I have to turn?
No. H7 is an informational sign that shows direction to a hotel. You are not required to turn and must follow the usual traffic and right-of-way rules.
Does the sign show how far it is to the hotel?
Sometimes H7 is supplemented with an additional plate that indicates distance in meters or kilometers. If no distance plate is present, the sign only shows direction.
Can any hotel get this sign?
Not automatically. Installation of H7 is done in consultation with the road authority and may require that the hotel meets certain criteria and receives approval from the responsible authority.
Is H7 the same as a tourist attraction sign?
No. H7 shows direction to accommodation (hotel). Tourist or attraction signs indicate cultural or tourist destinations and may have a different design or color scheme.
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