The Coast
Just a few metres away from the beach, this well-run place distinguishes itself from the other campgrounds in the vicinity. It even has its own water…
Must-see hotels in Norway
Aurland
With its white-wood exterior and gabled roof, this place certainly looks the ticket – unfortunately its rooms are considerably less starry, and feel more…
Oslo
Taking inspiration from Vulkan's former industrial role, there are cool, grey-toned rooms that are small but well designed, with large windows. There are…
Lindesnes Camping og Hytteutleie
The Coast
Set beside a tiny cove and surrounded by interesting granite outcrops, this campground, with excellent modern facilities, is on the shore 3.5km northeast…
Southern Norway
The common areas of this century-old hotel are full of period trimmings and the rooms are plushed-up and cosy. Go for one with a pretty balcony and views…
Western Finnmark
This HI-affiliated hostel is in a secluded site amid trees and surrounded by small lakes. It makes a great base for gentle strolls and has self-catering…
Clarion Collection Hotel Astoria
Central Norway
It might look like a gigantic cardboard box, but this reliable hotel is the most obvious place to rest up for the night in downtown Hamar. The rooms lack…
The Northern Fjords
Before the road north peters out, waterside Goksöyr Camping has a range of basic cabins and rooms along with a campsite. The owners, long-term residents…
Tromsø
The Grand is Tromsø's oldest hotel, but there's little that's antique inside as the place has twice burnt to the ground. Ask for a room on one of the…
Western Finnmark
Out along the road to Nordkapp, this full-service wilderness hotel has the feel of a ski lodge and is wonderfully silent in the evening. Rooms are simpler…
Central Norway
By the river's edge, 2.5km south of town, this excellent site has many drawcards, including wireless internet, a wood-fired sauna, plenty of activities, a…
The Far North
Adjacent to Sápmi Park, this is Karasjok's premier hotel lodging, with handsome rooms and Sami motifs throughout, plus, outside in summertime, Gammen, an…
Longyearbyen
This comfortable place (sink yourself low into the leather armchairs of its salon) is where the mine bosses once lived. Rooms are comfortable, with a…
Western Finnmark
The big plus of this hotel, reliable as all others in this Norway-wide chain, is its position, right beside the docks. Grillen, its à-la-carte restaurant,…
Central Norway
These converted 19th-century farm buildings just off the Rv15 between Lom and Vågå are a wonderful alternative to hotels, and make a great base if you'll…
Central Norway
This mountain centre offers basic huts and fabulous camping on the southeastern edge of Rondane National Park. They also run mountain skills courses and…
Vesterålen
Precisely 1.4km north of the bridge that connects Sortland with Hinnøya island, this appealing spot has both comfortable rooms and waterside cabins with…
The Coast
This big, stylish resort-style place draws Norwegian families. It may be a little soulless on the outside, but it is supremely comfortable, has great…
Kristiansand
This Clarion is in one of the town's most stately buildings. Inside it's been done out in an urban, contemporary style with huge, pearl-string lampshades,…
The Coast
This traditional-style guesthouse has wackily ornate public spaces and a lovely garden. Basic, hostel-style rooms make it one of the few budget options on…
Trøndelag
Beside the E6, 14km north of Steinkjer near the Snåsavatnet lake's southwestern end, this lovely, welcoming campground may tempt you to linger for a day…
The Far North
To be all alone overnight out on the island of Hornøya, reserve one of only three beds at the lighthouse. It's no frills but wonderfully evocative and…
Western Finnmark
Around 25km south of Alta, in the direction of Kautokeino, this mountain lodge offers a forest getaway, plenty of activities year-round, and the best foot…
Western Finnmark
Just 2km south of town beside the E6, this hotel has cosy rooms, hilltop fjord views, a sauna that's free for guests and a restaurant that does a good…
Central Norway
One of Norway's most beautiful mountain lodges, this places dates back to 1819 and is very well organised with beds in small dorms or twin rooms. It's…
Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
This peaceful campsite has a glorious setting, right beside a tumbling waterfall. There's plenty of room to pitch a tent, and it all feels very sylvan. It…
Nordland
The close-cropped green grass extending to the still water's edge make this simple campground one of the prettiest in Norway. You can rent a boat or bike …
Southern Norway
If you like a bit of piped-on posh, this historic hotel has large rooms with pale yellow walls, floral bedspreads and four-poster beds. Its country house…
Senja
Everything from simple wharfside hostel rooms, cabins and converted houses, to lovely apartments opened in 2016 – this fine collection of accommodation…
Oslo
Founded in 1891 as a sanatorium by Dr Ingebrigt Christian Lund, this fairy-tale-feeling hotel offers luxury, history and great views. If that weren't…
Lofoten
Open year-round this collection of self-catering rorbuers and apartments lies scattered around the harbour area; furnishings are simple rather than…
Arctic Highway
Mo's biggest bargain is just off the first left bend of the E6, heading northwards. This hostel has four plainly furnished single rooms, occupied by…
Trøndelag
Attractive modern apartments in a lovely white-wood building on Leka's east coast make this the best choice on the island. Each of the 13 apartments has…
Central Norway
One of Norway's best-value, friendliest campsites is 6km south of Dombås. The facilities are in excellent condition and a bus runs several times daily…
Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
This spacious and well-equipped lakeside campsite has a pretty location in Måbødalen, just 500m from the Hardangervidda Natursenter. The owners promise…
The Coast
This is a great central B&B option, run by the friendly owners of Café Ibsen. There are six simple but character-filled rooms in a historic house, all…
Lofoten
This modern development in traditional style is right on the quayside. It has 16 comfortable doubles, and hires out bikes, boats and fishing tackle. It…
The Coast
In the heart of the icy-white Old Town, this listed, very pretty timber hotel has rather stuffy rooms with decent bathrooms. The downstairs restaurant is…
Nordland
This lovely option with its small beach beside a constructed lake is great for children. Around 10km southwest of Brønnøysund, it's handy for an ascent of…
Kristiansand
This hotel is part of a church conference centre, so doesn't possess as much of a holiday vibe as some of the others in town. The 11 junior suites and…
