💰 Cheap Accommodation Bergen 2025: Hostels & Low-Cost Hotels🏨
On average, a room in Bergen costs more than €160 in summer, but that doesn't mean that the city of fjords is out of reach for travellers on a budget. The right neighbourhood, flexible dates and knowledge of the "budget landscape" allow you to find a clean bed for €27 or a double room with breakfast for €75 — just a 10-minute walk from Bryggen and the Vågen market. We checked out over 40 budget hotels, hostels and apartments in spring and summer 2025. We looked for places with a Booking rating of 8.0 or higher and reliable Wi-Fi. Below are answers to 10 frequently asked questions: where exactly to stay to save on transport, what facilities include bed linen, how to catch flash sales and when prices drop by 25%. Save the guide — we update the figures every three months.
🗺️ Which Areas of Bergen Are Good for Budget Travellers?
| Area | Features | Who is it suitable for |
|---|---|---|
| Sentrum / Bryggen | ⏱️ 5 min to Fish Market & Fløibanen 💶 Price +10% | Travellers without a car |
| Nygårdshøyden | 🎓 University area 🛒 Kiwi / Rema budget supermarkets | Students Digital nomads |
| Årstad / Danmarksplass | 🚈 Bybanen tram to airport 🅿️ Free parking | Car travellers |
| Sandviken | 🌊 Quiet fjord views 🚌 15 min to centre (bus 3) | Nature lovers |
💵 How Much Will Beds & Rooms Cost in 2025?
| Type / Season | Jan–Mar | Apr–May / Sept | June–Aug. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bed (Dorm 8–12) | €27–30 | €30–35 | €35–45 |
| Private Twin | €60–70 | €70–85 | €90–110 |
| Budget Hotel Double | €75–90 | €85–105 | €95–120 |
🏆 Top 8 budget places for 2025 (rating ≥ 8.2) 🌟
- Citybox Bergen Danmarksplass — double €68, self-check-in 24/7.
- HI Bergen Montana Hostel — bed €27, breakfast included, view of Ulrikken.
- Marken Guesthouse — bed €35, linen & kitchen free.
- Budget Hotel Bergen — double €75, 7 minutes from Bryggen.
- P-Hotel Bergen — croissant breakfast at the door, double €70.
- Magic Hotel Solheimsviken — double €82, parking 200 NOK.
- Annen Etage B&B — rooms €65, shared bathroom, free waffles 5–7 p.m.
- Stay Bergen Rosenkrantz Hostel — bed €32, aurora roof access.
🛏️ Bed linen and towels: included? 🧺
- Included: Citybox, Magic Hotel, Budget Hotel.
- Not included: HI Montana (70 NOK), Marken Guesthouse (linen free, towel 30 NOK).
Tip: bring a quick-dry microfibre towel — save up to €6 on each wash.
🍳 Breakfast: Pay or Cook? 🥐
| Property | Breakfast included | Option | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| HI Montana | ✅ Buffet | — | — |
| Citybox | ❌ Not included | Café “Apostrophe” (lobby) | 119 NOK |
| P-Hotel | “Bag & Breakfast” | croissant + juice | Free |
| Marken | ❌ (shared kitchen) | Kiwi supermarket (3 min) | €4 |
🚆 How to get from the airport without overpaying? ✈️
- Bybanen Line 1 tram to Danmarksplass / Nonneseter — 45 min, 49 NOK (Skyss app).
- Flybussen — 25 min, 149 NOK; 20% discount when purchased online.
- Fixed-price taxi 520 NOK; cost-effective for 3-4 passengers.
🚗 Parking, Wi-Fi, laundry — hidden costs? 📶
- Parking in the city centre is 35–45 NOK/hour; Magic Solheimsviken is 200 NOK/day.
- Wi-Fi 50–100 Mbps included everywhere.
- Laundry: HI Montana 50 NOK wash + 30 NOK dry; Citybox — no laundry, the nearest is Bergen Vaskeri 90 NOK/bag.
🎯 Life hacks "-25%" 💡
- Shoulder season (May, Sept.) — 15% off rates.
- Mid-week (Tue-Thu) — an additional 10% off.
- Promo code BERGEN10 on the Citybox website — 10% discount + late checkout.
- HI Norway membership (€18/year) — 10% discount on accommodation + free cancellation 24 hours in advance.
- Thon DISCOVERY Silver — 5% cashback even at Budget Hotel Bergen.
🏨 Hostel vs Budget Hotel: which to choose? 🔍
- Hostel — cheaper, kitchen and new acquaintances, but paid linen and quiet hours from 23:00 to 07:00.
- Budget hotel — private WC, linen included, but no breakfast; self-service check-in.
If travelling as a couple, a double room at a budget hotel is often only €10-15 more expensive than two beds.
🌿 Best free activities nearby 🎶
- Climb Fløyen hill via the Stoltzekleiven trail — free, views of the city.
- The medieval quarter of Bryggen — wooden warehouses and street musicians.
- Free admission to KODE art museums on Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Budget accommodation in Bergen is a balance between location and hidden fees. Stay in Nygårdshøyden if you need a supermarket and tram, or take a room in Danmarksplass if parking is important. Book beds and budget hotels 2–3 months in advance, subscribe to HI Norway or Thon Discovery and catch the mid-week shoulder season: this way, a night will cost €30–80 instead of €120. Don't forget your towels and a headlamp for night-time hikes up Fløyen — the city of rain is especially beautiful at dawn!
✏Share your favourite budget accommodation in Bergen in the comments and help other travellers find the best option!
