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Kviknes Hotel, hotel in Balestrand

This grand, 18th-century waterfront hotel is located in Balestrand. It offers stunning views of the surrounding Sognefjord, an elegant restaurant and modern guest rooms. Free WiFi is available.

We were unaware that the whole area / hotel shuts down over the winter. We actually left a day early or we wouldn't have been able to catch our ferry! More info on website about this may have been helpful.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
385 reviews
Price from£256.23per night
Midtnes Hotel, hotel in Balestrand

Overlooking the Sogne Fjord, Midtnes Hotel is in Balestrand. It offers free Wi-Fi and parking and a private pier for boats and swimming. Dragsvik Ferry Terminal is 10 minutes’ drive away.

Lovely view, interesting decor
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
668 reviews
Price from£110.13per night
Balestrand Hotel, hotel in Balestrand

This family-run hotel is in Balestrand, by the Sogne Fjord. It has a large garden, a private beach and panoramic fjord views. Each quiet guest room includes a private bathroom.

Amazing place! If you are looking for a 5-star hotel with all facilities, please do not book here. However, if you simply want a good place to sleep, a bar with excellent vibes and welcoming staff, this is the place to be! Sandra is an excellent host who is very welcoming and helpful to all guests. Although it was mentioned that there was no breakfast provided, she suprised us with complimentary croissants and coffee. Combine that with a wonderful view of the fjord and good weather and you have an experience that many 5* hotels can only dream of. Nice bar with local ciders, pool table and musical atmosphere.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
447 reviews
Price from£113.80per night
Dragsvik Fjordhotel, hotel in Balestrand

Dragsvik Fjordhotell is located along the Gaularfjellet National Tourist Route (National Scenic Routes) The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and free parking.

The location was wonderful. Even though it was 9 km away from Balestrand, it was easily accessible by bus. The meals were excellent, the rooms were very clean and the owners were very helpful.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
367 reviews
Price from£146.10per night
Villa Holmen, hotel in Balestrand

Set in Balestrand in the Sogn og Fjordane region, Villa Holmen has a garden. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the villa....

Great for families! Toys for young children and trampoline were a bonus. Spacious, light and airy. Great views from balconies. Superb location for local attractions and restaurants.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
39 reviews
Price from£227.59per night
Balestrand Fjordapartments, hotel in Balestrand

Located in Balestrand in the Sogn og Fjordane region, Balestrand Fjordapartments features a patio and garden views. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge.

Although the nearby restaurant was closed, there was a Coop Prix and Joker supermarkets for us to buy our grocerries. Everything was perfect. As per our request, we were given an apartment with a balcony with sea view. In fact, this was the best place we stayed during our 16 days long journey.
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
76 reviews
Price from£220.25per night
Balestrand Fjordapartments Holmen 19A, hotel in Balestrand

Situated in Balestrand, Balestrand Fjordapartments Holmen 19A features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

Very nice large apartment with everything needed to have a nice stay
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
89 reviews
Price from£143.16per night
Villa Holmen, ground floor apartment, hotel in Balestrand

Located in Balestrand in the Sogn og Fjordane region, Villa Holmen, ground floor apartment provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

The location was great. Local streets offered plenty of restaurants, groceries, and public transport. We walked everywhere and loved being close to the Vondelpark and museums. The bathroom was large.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
106 reviews
Price from£165.19per night
Villa Holmen 2, hotel in Balestrand

Located in Balestrand in the Sogn og Fjordane region, Villa Holmen 2 features a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

I don’t normally leave reviews, but we absolutely loved our stay so we had to! The place is in perfect location, has one of the most amazing views I’ve seen and is very spacious. The owner was very quick to reply, and very accommodating. The kitchen and bathroom have been updated so the current photos don’t do it justice! We were very warm and comfortable and it was nice to catch up on some washing. Highly recommend staying here!
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
64 reviews
Price from£179.87per night
Villa Holmen 2 - Ground floor apartment, hotel in Balestrand

Set in Balestrand in the Sogn og Fjordane region, Villa Holmen 2 - Ground floor apartment has a patio and mountain views. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

Comfy and facilities
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
61 reviews
Price from£128.48per night
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What guests said about Balestrand:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Take the fast ferry (4 hours) from Bergen and slow down and...

    Take the fast ferry (4 hours) from Bergen and slow down and enjoy the glorious surroundings. Be prepared to relax and enjoy the quiet. We ate our meals and enjoyed cocktails at the Kviknes Hotel. We slept at the Balestrand Hotel and enjoyed the quiet.
    C
    Colleen
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Arriving by ferry drops you at the heart of the town.

    Arriving by ferry drops you at the heart of the town. Walking south along Kong Beles Veg for about 2 kilometers affords beautiful views of St. Olaf's church, the picturesque valley, the beach, the hills, and several "Swiss-style" charming old houses. A must-see is Balestrand's little beach and the deep, clear pools beside it where I sat for ages soaking up the sound of the water's tranquil lapping on the rocks and watching fish zip around way below the surface of the crystal-clear water. I even caught people swimming and sunning themselves at midday in late September! There were not many dining options post-tourist-season, but I had the soup at the chocolatery called Holmen within the main triangle of town, and though I found it overpriced (compared to prices in Bergen), it was delicious.
    Jennifer
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Our family absolutely loved staying at Frydenlund near...

    Our family absolutely loved staying at Frydenlund near Balestrand. Everything in the property's information was accurate. Great hosts who helped us when we had some questions, Views are wonderful and several areas in which to relax and enjoy them. Check-in was easy as there was a door code. While we would love to return to this part of Norway we would only do so if we could also stay at Frydenlund.
    Richard
    Canada
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Beautiful surroundings.

    Beautiful surroundings. Very fun to travel with a speedboat combined with historical tour. Cider house had delicious food. Highly recommendable. Perfect place for anyone who loves outdoor activities and want to be in a beautiful environment.
    Cecilie
    Norway
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Beautiful location and friendly small town.

    Beautiful location and friendly small town. Unfortunately it rained quite heavy in September 2019 when we were there so that we couldn't do much biking and hiking as we had anticipated, but there was still enough to do to keep us occupied the day and a half that we spent there. Dinner with a piano concert in the Kviknes Hotel was particularly memorable.
    Frits
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Cute town with a lot packed into a small place.

    Cute town with a lot packed into a small place. Walking around town is easy. There are two grocery stores and plenty of restaurants. We went to an English Mass at St Olaf's Church too. If we had arrived earlier in the day we might have had time to fish from the shores of the fjord.
    Amy
    United States

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Balestrand

  • From £176.20 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 106 reviews
    Couldn't have asked for a better location, a very short stroll from the dock where we came in and out via boat, aswell as shops, restaurants, the museum and aquarium. Great communication from host, easy to collect the keys, and the apartment had everything we needed, including a rack to dry clothes on which was approciated. Good variety of films to watch on the tv in english, really spacious, and different bins for recycling. Would definitely stay again if we were in the area.
    Victoria
    United Kingdom
  • From £99.11 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 447 reviews
    This was a lovely and fun hotel stay for our quick visit in Balestrand. A fjordside room with a balcony is a must! The staff are very friendly and the atmosphere with the games, and light bar area seemed to be the most happening place we found in the whole town. We really enjoyed the hotel appreciated the noon time check out. It looks like the hotel has been undergoing some renovations and refreshing. Our room was in excellent condition and was really clean and spacious.
    Jennifer
    United States
  • From £256.23 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 385 reviews
    I paid extra for a fjord view room, and we got a room with a balcony in the "modern" building on the 8th floor. The view was spectacular and well worth the extra cost. The view made the entire stay! The dinner buffet was bountiful and delicious. The breakfast buffet was good, but not as amazing as the dinner. We also ate in the hotel bar one night and that food was well prepared also.
    Malinda
    United States
  • From £99.11 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 447 reviews
    This hotel is located in a very quiet picturesque village with wonderful views of the fjord. It is an easy walk to the boat service. The room was very simply equipped, and I appreciated the offer of an electric jug so I could make tea in my room. I was also upgraded to a front room which was great because the view is what makes this hotel.
    Felicity
    Australia
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 42 reviews
    Very spacious, beautiful view, different seating areas (deck, sunroom, living room), very helpful hosts, short drive in to town, better appliances than we have at home! We loved staying at Frydenlund and Balestrand. If we return to this part of Norway again, we would have to stay at Frydenlund.
    Richard
    Canada
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 76 reviews
    Although the nearby restaurant was closed, there was a Coop Prix and Joker supermarkets for us to buy our grocerries. Everything was perfect. As per our request, we were given an apartment with a balcony with sea view. In fact, this was the best place we stayed during our 16 days long journey.
    Ranjith Lamahewa
    Sri Lanka
  • From £146.10 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 367 reviews
    Such a lovely hotel with breathtaking views. The staff are all so friendly and helpful. We had breakfast and dinners there during our stay and were so pleased. the food is exceptional and the presentation is top notch, We would definitely recommend staying here!
    Sharon
    United States
  • From £135.82 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 61 reviews
    it is very close to the ferry pier and a few restaurants in town (2 min walk). it’s very spacious and has a nice stocked kitchen and a washing machine. Hot shower, comfy beds, great view - at half the price of hotels - loved it!
    Liliya
    United States
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 76 reviews
    Great huge apartment on the waterfront. Our group of 5 adults had plenty of room. We had a large deck overlooking the water. Convenient location to restaurants and the grocery store. I would highly recommend this apartment.
    Robert
    United States
  • From £121.14 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 668 reviews
    A nice charming hotel with a lobby and deck over looking the fjord. We found it to b a wonderful place to sit and read a book after a morning hike. The owner was very kind and made sure we were taken care of.
    Kent
    United States
  • From £256.23 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 385 reviews
    We were unaware that the whole area / hotel shuts down over the winter. We actually left a day early or we wouldn't have been able to catch our ferry! More info on website about this may have been helpful.
    Jennifer
    Australia
  • From £99.11 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 447 reviews
    The hotel is an easy walk to and from the ferry. The breakfast room was quite loud, they did tell us in advance that we would have coffee and a croissant. That was okay. The view from our room was great.
    Regina
    United States
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 39 reviews
    Great for families! Toys for young children and trampoline were a bonus. Spacious, light and airy. Great views from balconies. Superb location for local attractions and restaurants.
    David
    United Kingdom
  • From £194.55 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 65 reviews
    We didn't stay due to the substandard nature of the accommodations. We left after ten minutes. This is the first time we have ever felt the need to leave a place we'd booked.
    Susan
    United States
  • From £146.10 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 367 reviews
    Room and restaurant with a great view over the fjord. Good position at the start of Gaularfjellet scenic road and close to a lot of hiking trails.
    Vlad Gavriliuc
    Sweden
  • From £146.10 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 367 reviews
    Awesome view from our room. Comfortable beds. Delicious food at the restaurant. Areas around the hotel are amazing for people who enjoy nature.
    Daniel Zirfas
    Norway
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 276 reviews
    Nice big corner room with a View balcony. Quiet hotel a little above the village. The owner was very helpful and friendly.
    Marcia
    United States
  • From £121.14 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 668 reviews
    Very friendly staff. Helped with motorcycle parking. No restaurant but beer etc. plenty of space
    chris
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 276 reviews
    The terrace, the view, the atmosphere, the staff, the hotel, the location, and the tranquility.
    Karl Johan Haarberg
    Norway
  • From £125.54 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 64 reviews
    Apartment is located in the very centre of Balestrand and has a beautiful view on the Fjord.
    Thomas
    Germany