The Coast
This ridiculously charming option is, allegedly, the second-oldest hotel in Norway. Its bedrooms are a kind of historical-light, matching traditional…
Must-see hotels in Norway
Sofienberg, Grønland & Tøyen
Nestled on a scenic knoll southeast of the city, Ekeberg Camping provides one of the best vistas over Oslo. It can get seriously crowded, and if you're…
Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
This sprawling Scandic has one huge selling point: it's got the best spot of any hotel in town, right by the harbour and its haul of lively bars and…
The Coast
Around 30 minutes from Flekkefjord, along the inlet, this resort-style hotel from Norway's favourite chain restaurant is a stylish and flawlessly run…
Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
Fifty metres from the quay is the former Lyse canteen. Stavanger Hiking Association now offers rooms with shower and toilet, or cheaper accommodation in…
The Northern Fjords
Less than 2km from Åndalsnes, this friendly campsite enjoys a dramatic setting beside the River Rauma and nestled below the peaks. There's a good cafe,…
The Western Fjords
Along the Rv55, 3km from Skjolden, this smallish campsite is set beneath a surging waterfall. There's a popular cafe-restaurant here called The Tavern,…
Central Norway
This excellent wood-clad modern hostel is by far the best budget option near town. There's a range of simply decorated single and double rooms of various…
Central Norway
This super-slick and organised mountain lodge, just 3km east of Gjendesheim, is the best place to stay in the vicinity of the Besseggen ridge. The rustic…
The Coast
If the small village of Sogndalstrand has won your heart, consider staying at this unusual, extremely authentic historic hotel that occupies nine early…
Bodø
On a quiet residential street, this guesthouse has 18 comfortable rooms with decor ranging from flowery to the less florid, and a small bar for guests. It…
The Far North
This newish waterside hotel is Thon-boxy from the exterior. Within, though, it's open, vast and exciting, offering great views of the sound and a cluster…
Lofoten
Værøy's smartest lodging and dining is on the island's north side. It's the large house with wood-lined rooms and a flagpole in the garden beside the…
Southern Norway
It's the giant black-and-white photographs of the town and its environs that first grab the eye on entering one of the rooms at this comfortable and well…
Tromsø
Tent campers can enjoy leafy green campsites beside a slow-moving stream, and there are some excellent modern cabins here, though the better ones don't…
The Far North
Friendly Karasjok Camping occupies a hillside site with river views and a range of cabins. Campers can pitch their tents on its particularly lush, springy…
Svolvær
The Rica here is built on a tiny island, above the water and supported by piles. Room 121 has a hole in the floor so guests can drop a fishing line…
The Far North
The Scandic Arctic, a pleasing modern block in the town centre, boasts Norway's most easterly swimming pool, heated and open year-round. The other special…
Ålesund
In a pretty residential area a few minutes' walk from the port, this attractive Jugendstil building has big, pristine rooms. There's a large self-catering…
Kristiansand
It doesn't get any more central than this attractive hotel right next to the cathedral. It's all very smart and modern within, although a grand stairwell…
Central Norway
This middle-of-the-road hotel is about as plain and bland as they get, but it's decorated in a modern style with glass staircases, wood floors and neutral…
Arctic Highway
This cosy little guesthouse has been run by the same family since its establishment in 1867. It makes an excellent base to launch yourself into one of…
The Western Fjords
There's no bad positions here: depending on your pitch, you've got a grandstand view of the Melkevollbreen glacier, Volefossen, Oldevatnet Lake and…
Clarion Collection Hotel Arcticus
Vesterålen
This hotel shares a harmonious modern building with Harstad's cultural centre. A short, pleasant jetty walk from the centre, it has 75 particularly large…
The Coast
This spectacularly located campground is beside Lake Seluravatnet, 1km off the E39 and 5km east of Flekkefjord. There's boat and canoe hire, a climbing…
Southern Norway
At the top end of the town, this hotel and lodge is Hovden's finest accommodation option. Rooms are tasteful and there's a host of resort amenities,…
Central Norway
This busy accommodation complex right in the middle of town has something to cover most needs: a pleasant, motel-style main block; camping huts in the…
Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
A reliable, glass-fronted hotel that's largely frequented by corporate travellers, but that doesn't make it any less comfortable. Rooms are from the…
Norway
The Norwegian hostelling association, Norske Vandrerhjem is HI-affiliated and publishes the free Hostels in Norway, which contains a full listing of…
Trondheim
All 43 rooms at this venerable hotel are spacious and represent terrific value by Norwegian standards. The rooms have a fresh look with modern furnishings…
The Northern Fjords
A more tranquil option than camping in town is to head along the northern shore to this lovely spot, with spacious pitches, well-maintained facilities and…
Stavanger
About 3km south of Stavanger on the road to Ullandhaugveien, this is a fine campsite that feels a long way from the city. Grassy campsites and a selection…
The Coast
Three modern, smartly furnished apartments are located in a traditional building, with the occasional original feature retained. They are very well…
The Coast
This exceptionally well run and friendly hostel is well equipped, clean and tidy, and just a five-minute walk from the train station. The common areas…
Central Norway
At first glance this cheap place next door to the train station doesn't look promising, but its large and spotless rooms, good sound insulation, comfy…
Trondheim
Sitting right beside Trondheimfjord (there's minimal disturbance from the nearby ferry point), this welcoming campground is about 10km from the city…
Central Norway
Just above the centre of town, this friendly B&B has simple rooms with plenty of family character in quiet surrounds. It's a well-run place and about as…
Western Finnmark
Beside the salmon-rich Stabburselva and packed with gumbooted fisherfolk in quest of 'The Big One' (the cafe's TV relays real-time images from the…
Western Finnmark
Nordkapp Arran Hotell has 44 rooms spread over three quayside buildings. The Sami family who run it bake their own bread and the menu here is always the…
Lofoten
Most of the rorbuer (fisher's huts) in Å have been turned into holiday cabins, offering the chance for an atmospheric night's sleep. Wood-clad inside and…
