🏨 Top Hotels in Norway 2025: Ultimate List for Every Traveller 🗺️
Norway is not usually thought of as a place for mass beach holidays, but it is home to some of Europe's most vibrant and high-quality hotels! These range from legendary historic hotels on the shores of the fjords to futuristic designer boutiques in the heart of Oslo. We've put together a list of the ten best properties for 2025, handpicked based on three key factors: outstanding guest ratings (at least 9.0), recent renovations that enhance the guest experience, and consistently high-quality service. Each property boasts a unique "wow factor" – whether it's breathtaking views, exquisite cuisine, a rejuvenating spa, or a captivating location. We'll tell you everything you need to know about the average price per night, seasonal fluctuations and any hidden surcharges (for parking or pets). We'll also share some great life hacks on how to save up to 20% without compromising on quality. Don't forget to bookmark this article – we update our prices and promotions every quarter, so you can always be sure you're getting the best deals at the current rate.
🏨 Which hotels made it into the top 10 in Norway in 2025?
The ranking is based on Booking, Tripadvisor and the national Travel Awards NO.
Britannia Hotel (Trondheim) — a well-known luxury hotel after it was renovated in 2019; from €350.
The Thief (Oslo) — a museum of modern art and a spa, €320.
Hotel Union Øye (Geirangerfjord) — Victorian-style romance, €290.
The Juvet Landscape Hotel (Valdal) has glass cubes in the forest. They cost €480.
Kviknes Hotel (Bærum) — a wooden building that looks like gold, €240.
Solstrand Hotel & Bad (Osann) — Art Nouveau style with a fjord spa, €260.
Farris Bad (Larvik) — Scandinavia's largest thermal complex, €310.
Fretheim Hotel (Flåm) — the place to stay if you want to visit Flåmsbana, €220.
Opus XVI (Bergen) — a small hotel with a stone exterior, priced at €270.
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel (Aulta) — ice sculptures and northern lights, €490.
🏙️ What are the best city hotels in Oslo, Bergen and Tromsø?
The Hotel Continental is the best hotel in the capital. It has 155 rooms and a Michelin-starred restaurant called Elysium, which is very close to the parliament building. The average price in summer is €330, and in winter it is 15% cheaper. In Bergen, the most popular place to visit is Opus XVI. This is in a former bank from 1876, and has a marble hall and free museums with the Bergen Card. The Clarion Hotel The Edge in Tromsø is a popular place for people who want to see the northern lights. It has great views of the strait, it is eco-friendly (it has an Svanen certificate) and it offers an airport shuttle for 130 Norwegian kroner. Book on Sunday or Monday: these are "dead days" in business cities, with prices reduced by 20%.
🌊 Which hotels in Norway have the best views of the fjords?
Hotel Union Øye and Kviknes have windows looking directly onto Geiranger and Sognefjord. If you want a room with a view, choose the Historic Sea View category, which costs an extra €40. Otherwise, you will be accommodated in an annex without a view. In Flåm, Fretheim is the best value for money: America Rooms start at €235 and have balconies overlooking the waterfalls. For Hardangerfjord, the best choice is Ullensvang, which has an 88-metre heated infinity pool and fruit gardens. You will need to plan for at least two nights, as the cruises on the fjord and the trek to Trolltunga take a whole day.
🍽️ Where can you find the best breakfasts according to guests' reviews?
The Britannia Hotel is the best. It has an 80-item buffet, a live station where they make Norwegian omelettes and oysters from 7 a.m., and breakfast is included. In Oslo, the Hotel Continental is a great place to try gravlax salmon, fresh sea buckthorn juice and Belgian waffles made with goat's milk. In Bergen, food lovers rave about Opus XVI's apple bread, which is made using a recipe that's been passed down through the Grieg family for generations. People who are not guests can come by making an appointment: 395 NOK — a great deal if you just want to eat without staying the night.
Which hotels are the best when it comes to spas and wellness?
Farris Bad (Larvik) is built directly above a mineral spring; guests can enter for free, but visitors from outside pay NOK 595. Solstrand Hotel & Bad (30 minutes from Bergen Airport) has a sea bath, a seawater pool and an indoor "ice room". Norefjell Ski & Spa is perfect for skiers: There are hot tubs in the Scandinavian style on an open terrace where you can see the whole village. You can book treatments online 3-5 days in advance. If you don't book in advance, the most popular times (5-7 p.m.) will be taken.
Which boutique hotels are ideal for a romantic getaway?
The Thief hotel offers a special "Art & Love" package for couples. This includes a deluxe room with a great view, Ruinart champagne, and a private hour at the Sky Spa for €590. Refsnes Gods is a hidden gem in the suburbs of Oslo. It's a Munch collection, a wine cellar with 7,000 bottles, and a 6-course tasting dinner. Herangtunet Boutique Hotel (Valdres) is all about the mountains and forests. It has themed rooms called "New York" or "Rome", a candlelit dinner and prices start at €260. Book mid-week: On Friday and Saturday, prices are 20% higher.
👦 Which hotels are the best for families with children?
The Scandic Family and Thon Junior hotels offer free accommodation for children under 12 and play areas with LEGO. Geilo Hotel, in the ski resort, offers a 40-square-metre family room and 50% off ski passes — a great deal in February. The favourite near the fjords is Voss Resort Myrkdalen Hotel: You can hire mountain bikes and there is a school where children can learn to paddle a kayak. If you want to save up to 800 NOK on museums, you can buy a cot (for children aged 0-3) and the Oslo/Bergen Pass in advance.
🎿 Where can you combine skiing with a 4-star hotel experience?
The Radisson Blu Resort Trysil is a great place for skiers. It has 68 km of slopes where you can ski right from the hotel, an indoor water park, and prices start at €210. Myrkdalen Hotel (Voss) has up to 470 cm of snow during the winter, and guests can also use the sauna in the evening. The Hafjell Hotel is close to the Olympic Lillehammer Arena. It is famous for its rooms and suites that are decorated with Lego. Here's a handy tip: come during the first week of January. This is when Norwegians are back at work, and prices go down by 25%.
🏨 Which chain brands offer the same high standard of service all over the country?
Scandic has over 90 hotels, free breakfast and deals for families. At Thon Hotels, kids can enjoy free popcorn and pancakes, and there are great deals on hotel rooms. Radisson Blu is a hotel for people who like the finer things in life, and it has a fitness centre that is open all the time. Nordic Choice (Clarion, Comfort) is strong with its Strawberry programme: You will get 5% cashback when you swap 10,000 points. Join the loyalty programme before booking, as some rates are only available to members.
💡 How to save up to 20% when booking a top hotel?
The best time to book is 60–90 days before you arrive, and 120 days for ice and designer hotels. Use a metasearch engine (like Trivago or Momondo) and off-site promo codes (like EMAIL10 at Radisson or SMART at Scandic). The Stay & Save 3 Nights package often reduces the price per night by 15%. If you're flexible with your dates, choose Sunday–Monday or September — these are the "low season" prices. Look out for Booking flash sales, which are available on Wednesdays at 11:00 CET.
Norwegian hotels are not just a roof over your head: each one turns your trip into part of the experience, whether it's a glass cube under the stars, a Victorian castle by a waterfall or a city suite with a Michelin-starred breakfast. The world is your oyster, so choose what's most important to you: gastronomy, spa or a unique location. The early bird catches the worm, so book 2-3 months in advance and take advantage of loyalty and promo codes.
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