Western Finnmark
Some 10km outside Alta and in a forest down by the river, this wonderful wooden lodge is classy, sophisticated and warmly inviting all at once. The on…
Must-see hotels in Norway
Vesterålen
This cosy, hugely welcoming guesthouse and cafe in itself justifies the detour to Nyksund. You can either cater for yourself or eat at its Holmvik Stua,…
Nordland
This isolated getaway at Vega's secluded northern limit is tranquillity itself (you won't find a radio or TV in any of its 21 impeccably turned-out rooms)…
Central Norway
For our money, this cosy guesthouse is the top place to stay in Røros. It has the vibe of a traditional mountain hostelry, so expect wood, rugs, rustic…
Vesterålen
This excellent campground has an array of sites right near the beach, a handful of cute cabins and some apartments, all strung out along the coast with…
Western Finnmark
From the outside, Smarthotel Hammerfest looks like a stylish designer hotel, so it comes as a pleasant surprise to find simple but stylish contemporary…
The Far North
This gorgeous, deliciously remote guesthouse has 18 beautifully restored rooms, with lovely wooden walls and tastefully chosen furnishings, many with a…
Svolvær
This striking wood-and-glass structure seems to hover above the harbour-front of Svolvær, so it's perhaps unsurprising that practically all its swanky…
Vesterålen
This is an exciting and particularly tasteful addition to Andenes' accommodation choices. Public areas feature nature photographs by local photographer…
Trondheim
Its location right on a busy thoroughfare may be troublesome for some, but price, convenience and value for money are a winning combination here. The…
Southern Norway
Easily the best choice in town, Rjukan Hytteby & Kro sits in a pretty spot on the river bank and has carefully decorated, very well-equipped huts that…
Svolvær
This stylish, central hotel has a high-rise profile and sheets of mirror glass from the outside. The main selling point is the fabulous views – ask for a…
Aker Brygge & Bygdøy
Overlooking the Astrup Fearnley Museum, Oslo's best design hotel is more dark glamour than Scandinavian sparse, though is packed with playful touches from…
Nordland
You just don't expect to find a place like this out here. Contemporary (nay, ultra-modern) rooms, some in a sleek modern building, others in more…
Trøndelag
Right next door to Rock City and stylish and contemporary in the way of most Scandic hotels, this is one of the best places to stay in town. Rooms have…
Vesterålen
These five self-catering cabins, or traditional rorbuer, overlook the quiet harbour at Stø. Built over the years by Gunnar himself, these rorbuer have…
Senja
Opened in April 2017, the renovated rooms here in a lovely wooden former fishing factory combine Scandinavian minimalist style with high levels of comfort…
Western Finnmark
One of three excellent riverside campsites in Ovre Alta, 3.5km south of the E6 along the Rv93 to Kautokeino, Wisløff Camping was declared Campground of…
Arctic Highway
Handy for the train station, close to the water and really rather stylish as well, Fjordgaarden Mo has simple rooms and the newer ones have appealing…
The Far North
Beloved by birders and those looking for the warmth of a converted wooden Varanger home, this fine place is 15km east of Vadsø and well worth considering…
Arctic Highway
Fauske's only year-round upmarket choice has recently renovated rooms with splashes of colour and contemporary art. There's a good restaurant, occasional…
Nordland
This large hotel close to the Hurtigruten ferry terminal offers all the comfort you'd expect from a member of the Scandic chain, with splashes of style in…
Narvik
It's a steep but worthwhile walk from the centre to this pleasant hillside guesthouse with rooms for all budgets and sweeping views over the town and…
Lofoten
Terrific collection of 26 rorbuer close to Reine, with refurbished interiors; some have great views. Take your time choosing the right one for you – the…
Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
A labour of love dreamt up by three local women, Patina is part guesthouse, part cafe and part vintage shop. There's one large, family-sized apartment…
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Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
This is, hands-down, the best place to stay in Haugesund by some margin. In a grand, turn-of-the-century stone building, rooms here are elegant, spacious…
Tromsø
Run by a pair of seasoned globetrotters, this lovely establishment has a youthful, hostel-like vibe and has two 'homes', both stuffed with books, retro…
Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
Located right on the waterfront in the centre of Norheimsund, the atmospheric Sandven Hotel dates from 1857 and has loads of charm, expansive balconies…
Southern Norway
From the outside this might look like a typical roadside motel but Lampeland Hotell, 20km north of Kongsberg on the Geilo road, has plenty of charm. The…
The Coast
The Grand Hotell is a lovely 19th-century dame with stylish, renovated rooms. The corner rooms have interesting streetscape views, but it's the newest…
Central Norway
The century-old Dr Holms has been providing a place for relaxation and recuperation amid the mountain scenery for over 100 years, and it has an air of…
The Western Fjords
The waterfront location sells this place before you even step inside. It's right by the marina and most rooms have lovely views of bobbing boats. The…
The Western Fjords
This old family house near St Olav's Church is pretty as a picture, with its whitewashed frontage and double-gabled roof overlooking a neatly trimmed lawn…
Oslo
In a quiet, pleasant neighbourhood, this warm B&B offers one of the best deals in Oslo. The building dates from 1890 and many of the original features …
Central Norway
One of the few Trysil hotels to open year-round, this is Trysil's most luxurious accommodation. Outside the ski season (when prices are high) it's a first…
The Far North
With staff who are extremely knowledgeable about local birding (it's also known as Base Camp for Birders) and located close to the trailhead for the…
Bodø
Skagen occupies two buildings (one originally a butcher's, though you'd never guess it). Facing each other, they're connected by a passage that burrows…
Austvågøy
In a beautiful wood-clad building by the harbour, this seasonal, heritage hotel is hands down the best place to stay in Henningsvær. The rooms are styled…
Kristiansand
This low-key 15-room hotel in a historic building is run by a lovely young couple. The rooms are small, but have big windows and are well designed, and…
The Western Fjords
Used as a guesthouse for almost 100 years, this charming historic house was restored and returned to its original use by owners Jon and Hallvard in 1994…
